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Plans / Projects 13 Dec 2018

Whangaparāoa Centre Plan adopted by local board

The plan for the town centre has been adopted following feedback from the local community.

Youth / Rangatahi 13 Dec 2018

Scholarships helping Papakura youth succeed

Budding lawyers, builders, company directors, nurses and community leaders are among recipients of the first ever Papakura Local Board Youth Scholarships.

Community 13 Dec 2018

Applications open for grants for conservation activities

Grants are available for community groups to support conservation efforts throughout Auckland.

Community 13 Dec 2018

$317,000 aid for Hibiscus and Bays community projects

Grants focus on local board priorities and 73 organisations have benefitted in the last six months.

Community 13 Dec 2018

Westgate hub gifted name by Ngā Maunga Whakahii o Kaipara

The community facility, set to open in March 2019, has been gifted the name Te Manawa, which means the heart.

Development 12 Dec 2018

Transforming downtown Auckland

In just three years Auckland’s waterfront will look dramatically different.

Plans / Projects 12 Dec 2018

Aotea Centre to close for refurbishment

The Aotea Centre will close for refurbishment in October.

Plans / Projects 12 Dec 2018

Contractors sought for Karangahape Road upgrade

Auckland Transport is seeking contractors for a major upgrade of one of Auckland's most iconic streets.

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