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Youth / Rangatahi 26 Mar 2019

Making a splash just got easier at Browns Bay Beach

Decisions have been made about placing pontoons for swimmers around Browns Bay and Little Manly Beach.

Transport 25 Mar 2019

Papakura Art Group needs a hand

Old Central School Hall users are working with Papakura Local Board to find a solution to their parking woes.

Pest Free 25 Mar 2019

Meet a Pest Free Hero – Mark Harvey

Army of heroes rallying to make Waima and Laingholm pest free.

Have your say 25 Mar 2019

Time to have your say on the new Avondale Library and Community Centre

Avondale residents are being urged to have their say on the new $21 million multipurpose community facility.

Housing 25 Mar 2019

Healthy Rentals helps families stay well through winter

Rentals in Māngere-Ōtāhuhu, Puketāpapa and Whau Local Board areas can get a free health check ahead of winter.

Plans / Projects 25 Mar 2019

Local board approves Whangaparāoa Library Plaza design

A new design plan incorporating community feedback has been approved for Whangaparāoa Library Plaza.

Youth / Rangatahi 25 Mar 2019

Papakura students eye life on the beat

Papakura High School has launched a programme designed to lead students into a career with the New Zealand Police.

Environment 22 Mar 2019

Emerging contaminants research starts on World Water Day

Auckland Council is contributing to national research surrounding water pollution in New Zealand.

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