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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.
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Aquatic centre upgrade making waves
Patrons are beginning to enjoy the benefits of the Mt Albert Aquatic Centre’s redevelopment.
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Community grants in Franklin
Franklin Local Board has new principles guiding how community grants are allocated and managed.
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Centre plan to help shape Milford
Devonport-Takapuna Local Board has adopted the Milford Centre Plan.
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Supporting the Manukau Harbour Forum
Manukau Harbour is benefiting from the support of local boards.
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Flex your green fingers
Auckland Council offers free workshops, run by the Compost Collective, that will get you started with composting and teach you how to put the goodness back into your garden.
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Community project a success
The Warkworth Cement Works Walkway is proving how successful community-led projects can be when supported by local board and Auckland Council funding.
Events
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NZTrio: Triptych 3 – Untamed Hope
We proudly present a new commission by Kiwi composer Eva Bedggood, offering a fresh perspective a...
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Gibbs Farm Visit
Join us for a rare opportunity to experience this private art collection on a Gibbs Farm Visit.
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The New Zealand Herald Premier Series: City Lights
Come along to enjoy this very exciting event.
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Christmas on the Green
It's a perfect excuse to get your family and friends together for an evening of Christmas magic.
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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...