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Muriwai gannet colony
Discover Auckland's most accessible gannet colony at Muriwai.
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Karaka Bay
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Tackling Auckland's housing shortage
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Hobsonville Point
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Whakanewha Regional Park
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Making the most of our green space
Auckland Council has bought a 78ha property next to Te Rau Pūriri Regional Park on the southern edge of Kaipara Harbour.
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Youth voice strong in Waitematā
Waitematā has become the first of Auckland’s local boards to sign up to the UNICEF Child Friendly Cities Initiative.
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Housing area takes shape
Tāmaki Redevelopment Company, in partnership with Housing New Zealand, plans to build approximately 400 new homes in Glen Innes.
Events
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Christmas at Buckland Hall
Christmas at Buckland Hall is a truly magical event for all the family.
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Bach Musica NZ: Bach Christmas Oratorio (parts 4-6)
Bach Musica NZ, conducted by their Music Director Rita Paczian, will be joined by vocal soloists...
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Preserving & Preparing for Waste Free Christmas Celebrations
Come along and get handy tips and creative recipes to reduce food waste over the Christmas period.
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Stanley Street presents Celebrate Christmas
As the end of the year draws near our thoughts turn to our traditions for the festive season, and...
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Tunes 4 Tamariki Christmas | Kirihimete
Get together with the Auckland Philharmonia for some sing-a-long, dance-a-long family festive fun.