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Plans / Projects 9 May 2016

Update on nuisance begging in the central city

An update on begging in the city is being presented to tomorrow’s Regulatory and Bylaws Committee.

Environment 7 May 2016

Keeping kiwi safe on our pest-free Gulf islands

Auckland’s Motutapu Island has welcomed some new arrivals recently, as five kiwi have been introduced to the pest-free island.

Beaches 6 May 2016

Orewa follows the Tsunami signs and blue lines

Auckland Council will be installing tsunami signs in Orewa next week to increase the coastal town’s tsunami preparedness.

Beaches 4 May 2016

Muriwai Motor Camp getting an upgrade

An upgrade to Muriwai Motor Camp will kick off this week. It will give the campground a more efficient layout, as well as new showers, toilet blocks, laundry, kitchen, BBQ areas and the latest addition - a fish cleaning station.

Cycling 3 May 2016

Strong support for SeaPath

Public support for Auckland’s proposed SeaPath, a proposed walking and cycling path between Takapuna and Northcote Point, has been overwhelming.

Environment 3 May 2016

Seagull rescue comes off without a hitch

It was a quiet day. Kim Clarke, a swimming pool inspector with the Building Control department, was going about her usual work day when she got the call.

Development 2 May 2016

Franklin Road set for makeover

Auckland Transport has released preliminary designs for the upgrade of Franklin Road.

Transport 29 Apr 2016

Simpler and more frequent bus network for North Shore

North Shore residents can look forward to a simpler, better connected, and more frequent bus network which reflects the community’s needs, as the final decisions on the New Network for the North Shore were released today.

Events

05 Oct 2023

Extremephile Microbes on Mars – with Kaipātiki Project

Join Dr Kevin Lee as he gives his first-hand account of studying some of the most fascinating and...

05 Oct 2023

Eye of the Dragon - With Chloe Lam

Students will become more experienced with the qualities of watercolour as they enter the lair of...

05 Oct 2023

Foam Stamp Printing - With Rowena Rooney

Layering dyes and acrylics onto card, in this workshop we’ll be creating colourful washes and ove...

05 Oct 2023

Guided tour - Kennedy Park and Rahopara Pa, Castor Bay

Kennedy Park and Rahopara Pa are rich in stories from the past and we can’t wait to share some of...

05 Oct 2023

Make a Christmas Decoration

Come to Remuera Library and make something beautiful to take home.

05 Oct 2023

Stories of the 1981 tour protest

There will be an opportunity for all to share their stories of the ‘81 tour.

05 Oct 2023

Thursday Heritage Concerts- Descending muse: Katherine Mansfield in music

Martin Griffiths, Polly Sussex (cellos), and Sherry Grant (piano) combine their substantial liter...

05 Oct 2023

Treasure Hunters - Maraetai School Holiday Event

Come visit the Franklin Community Hub team for some fun treasure hunting themed crafts, art and a...