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Transport 26 Nov 2019

Additional bus lanes proposed for the city centre

Auckland Transport is proposing a range of city-centre road changes to make space for new 24/7 bus lanes.

25 Nov 2019

New path for Waiheke Christmas Festival

Te Ara o te Kirihimete: the Path of Christmas, promises to be a unique Waiheke celebration for people of all ages.

Food / Drink 25 Nov 2019

Chooks bring Christmas cheer

A delivery from the Great Barrier chickens is helping Auckland City Mission to feed families this Christmas.

Transport 22 Nov 2019

AT seeking feedback on proposed Point Chevalier improvements

Point Chevalier is set to be made safer for all road users – whether they are cycling, scootering, walking, or in a car.

Transport 21 Nov 2019

Colourful streetscape makes Sale Street safer for all

Large polka dots, squiggly lines and colourful planter boxes are some of the unconventional tools we are using to create a safer environment for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers.

Heritage 20 Nov 2019

Uncharted train tracks uncovered on Quay Street

During excavations as part of the Quay Street enhancement, train tracks dating back to the early 1900s have been uncovered.

Waste 20 Nov 2019

Viaduct compost hub launch unlocks climate change potential

The Viaduct Local Living Compost Hub will help local businesses work towards becoming zero-waste.

City Centre Waterfront 14 Nov 2019

Ellen Melville Centre and Freyberg Place win NZ Architecture Award

The project to upgrade Ellen Melville Centre and Freyberg Place has won the Planning and Urban Design category in the 2019 New Zealand Architecture Awards.

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