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Heritage 22 May 2018

Frank Larking's boat to be restored

A beloved children's play boat in Beach Haven is now getting a second shot at life.

Community 22 May 2018

Mt Albert is back in business

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was among hundreds of people to attend the opening of Mt Albert's town centre in May.

Dogs 22 May 2018

Wee Suzie gets her forever home

Auckland Council's animal shelters have dogs to adopt all year-round.

Community 21 May 2018

New community facilities completed at Hobsonville Point

Redevelopment of the old Air Force Headquarters Building at Hobsonville Point is now complete.

Waste 21 May 2018

Red-top bin collections start in Papakura

Papakura’s red-top rubbish bins are now being collected.

Environment 21 May 2018

New chair for Hauraki Gulf Forum

Waiheke Local Board member John Meeuwsen has been elected chair of the Hauraki Gulf Forum.

18 May 2018

New chairs for local boards

At six local boards across Auckland, six board members are stepping up to become chairs.

Arts 17 May 2018

New artwork represents Auckland's original foreshore

A set of five bronze sculptures by artist Chris Bailey has been installed in downtown Auckland.

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