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Waste 7 Jun 2019

New waste services support zero waste target on Great Barrier Island

New waste services are being rolled out on Aotea Great Barrier Island from 1 July 2019 to support the target of zero waste to landfill by 2040.

Arts 6 Jun 2019

Youth leadership developed with spoken word poetry

Students at schools in the Waitematā Local Board area will soon benefit from spoken word poetry workshops.

Community 5 Jun 2019

Fearless fowl heading for retirement

The pest-hunting chickens on Great Barrier Island are retiring after a job well done.

Technology / Innovation 30 May 2019

Success for Great Barrier's solar power system

Great Barrier Local Board’s solar power system has exceeded expectations.

Community 30 May 2019

Waiheke Local Board, Auckland Transport sign agreement

New working relationship between local board and transport agency.

City Centre Waterfront 22 May 2019

NZTA releases plans for Auckland Harbour Bridge shared path

New design offers certainty for people walking and riding bikes across Waitematā Harbour.

Community 21 May 2019

Good Citizens of Waitematā recognised

Waitematā Local Board recently celebrated their 4th biennial Good Citizens' Awards.

Environment 16 May 2019

Workshops to prevent pests in Great Barrier's waters

New workshops on Great Barrier will help the community stop the spread of marine pests and maintain the integrity of the marine environment.

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