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Arts 16 May 2019

Generous public support for sculpture at Matiatia

Public support to keep a popular sculpture at Waiheke’s Matiatia wharf has been swift and generous after the launch of a community fundraising campaign last week.

Sports / Leisure 16 May 2019

Netball strengthened on the North Shore

Newly completed netball courts at Glenfield College were opened by Kaipātiki Local Board and representatives from Netball North Harbour and Glenfield College.

Community 14 May 2019

Play time at Millwater’s new park

A new playground in Millwater is proving a big hit with families.

Plans / Projects 14 May 2019

Howick Local Board endorses plan to quit 303 Te Irirangi Drive

Howick Local Board has endorsed Panuku Development Auckland’s recommendation to quit a small parcel of land at 303 Te Irirangi Drive.

Sports / Leisure 10 May 2019

ASB Tennis Centre upgrade underway

$5.5 million grant from Auckland Council instrumental in upgrade going ahead.

Arts 10 May 2019

Takapuna artwork 'Soapbox' offers a platform for all voices

Soapbox, a new work of public art, is to be unveiled with a lake-side celebration in Takapuna on Saturday 25 May.

Community 9 May 2019

Neighbours Day events a success in Franklin

If this year's Neighbours Day celebrations are anything to go by, folk in Franklin make great neighbours.

Arts 9 May 2019

Fundraising campaign launched to keep guardian at Matiatia

A community fundraising campaign has been launched on Waiheke to buy a sculpture installed as part of this year's Sculpture on the Gulf.

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