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Community 26 Aug 2019

Great Barrier Island community nursery prepares for grand opening

The final touches are going on Aotea / Great Barrier's new community native plant nursery this week ahead of its grand opening on August 31.

City Centre Waterfront 23 Aug 2019

Bulk Storage Terminal transformation to begin

The transformation of Wynyard Quarter is continuing, with the demolition of 38 tanks at the Bulk Storage Terminal beginning on 26 August 2019.

Environment 22 Aug 2019

Marine invader found in Great Barrier Island waters

A type of sea squirt has been discovered attempting to make the waters around Great Barrier Island its home.

Walkways 19 Aug 2019

Western Springs walk closed

Several trees have come down and need to be removed, while others have dangling and unstable limbs that pose significant risks to the public.

Policies / Regulations 16 Aug 2019

Great Barrier Local Board to be renamed later this year

Great Barrier Local Board will officially change its name to Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board later this year.

Libraries 13 Aug 2019

Central City Library set to dress the city green

A partnership between Auckland Council and New Zealand Fashion Week is bringing sustainable fashion to the Central City Library.

City Rail Link 12 Aug 2019

Watch: Behind the scenes under the Central Post Office

The 107-year-old Central Post Office building on Queen Street has had a facelift, raising 2mm to allow for CRL work underneath.

Environment 8 Aug 2019

Pests under pressure in Hauraki Gulf

Auckland Council is investing money raised from the Natural Environment Targeted Rate into pest control across our region.

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