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Windmill Park plan approved
A new plan to futureproof local sports facility Windmill Park, outlining a new layout, priorities and development opportunities, has been adopted by Albert-Eden Local Board.
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Aerial action over Te Auaunga Oakley Creek
More than 124 tonnes of uprooted trees, bridge structures and other debris were lifted during 10 hours of operations, as a result of arborists, engineers, stream specialists and helicopter crew working to clear Te Auaunga Oakley Creek Walkway creek.
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Wairaki / Lynfield Reserve – signed, sealed and delivered
It’s the first park in Puketāpapa to have its returned name signposted. In 2022, Puketāpapa Local Board formally adopted traditional Māori names for 17 parks which have been given dual names.
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Roskill South Kindergarten unveils pou to mark 50 years
Local kindergarten commemorates 50 years with the construction of a meaningfully carved stand-alone pillar, marking an important moment and place, followed by a community-wide celebration.
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Mangrove survey launched
Few plants spark as much debate as mangroves. A survey is underway to find out more.
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Point Chevalier interim library delayed
Despite reaching agreement for a lease at a Great North Road site, council has been informed that the business leasing the location is currently under negotiation for sale, and no longer available for lease.
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Harbour pollution seen up close
Manukau Harbour Forum chair Jon Turner has been out with Sea Cleaners to see contamination and pollution for himself.
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Rediscover Puketāpapa's open spaces this summer
Want to know what’s happening in your local parks and community spaces this summer?
Events
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Auckland Family History Expo | Tāmaki Huinga Tātai Kōrero
Bring your laptops to take full advantage of the workshops and tutorials.
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Shared Reading Group
Join us to enjoy a relaxed and fun discussion over a cup of tea about a short story and a poem we...
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Chair Yoga and Living Well
Join us for a community engagement session on research into what older people in our community wa...
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Spring Show
Come along and enjoy a collection of stunning Spring blooms, plants, produce and floral arrangeme...
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Art in the Park
Art in the Park is the country’s breakout, artist-led show, and the largest art show in Australasia.
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Mt Albert Auckland Record Fair
Following the success of the first two Mt Albert Record Fairs, we are set to go again.