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Funds for fun to the fore in Franklin
Parks and green spaces have secured Franklin Local Board funding.
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Funds allocated to a cleaner future
Manurewa has put money behind environmental projects.
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The Symphony Centre - a cultural, economic and social catalyst for midtown
Positioned at the heart of midtown’s changing urbanscape will be a magnificent structure nestled between a station and a square - The Symphony Centre development.
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Board commits to a greener future
Major environmental projects have had funds allocated to ensure they can continue.
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Honours for outstanding service recognised
Board acknowledges long-standing member.
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Forum welcomes Manukau Harbour stand
Auckland Council's move to put in place a strategy for improving outcomes for the Manukau Harbour have been welcomed by the Manukau Harbour Forum.
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Community projects across the Whau to receive $22.3 million investment
Community focused programmes and projects are set to receive a $22.3 million funding boost over the next year thanks to Whau Local Board.
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Waiheke board backs marine protection bill
Protection of the Hauraki Gulf has taken a positive step forward in line with the Waiheke Local Board’s commitment to support the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Bill as part of its Local Board Agreement.
Events
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Parnell Library July School Holidays
Come along for fun school holiday activities.
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Free July school holiday fun at Mt Roskill Library
Come and have some interactive fun this school holiday.
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Holiday Jam Program 6 - 16yrs
Parents and guardians, get ready for a laid-back yet enriching holiday programme for your kids an...
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July School Holidays | Brilliant Seabirds
Join us during the July School Holidays for a day of creativity and discovery at our new exhibiti...
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Nathan Homestead Pukepuke Winter School Holiday Programme
Join us for active and creative school holiday programmes for children aged 5 - 13 years.
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Ngaa Hararei Kura ki Te Paataka Koorero o Takaanini
Haere mai and join us for these exciting events these school holidays.
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Ngā Tamariki o Matariki: The Children of Matariki - July School Holidays at Manukau Library
Join us these school holidays for a series of community events.
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School Holidays at Waimahia / Clendon Library
Join us these school holidays at Te Matariki Clendon Library.