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Environment 7 Nov 2016

Makeover for historic council building in Puketāpapa

The original form of the historic Mt Roskill Borough Council building is slowly reappearing, thanks to the removal of a problematic 1990 addition.

Environment 4 Nov 2016

Auckland Council wins top prize at NZ River Awards

The Wai Care team accepted the ‘Most Improved’ award at last night’s NZ River Awards, for its work to improve water quality in the Puhinui Stream.

Transport 4 Nov 2016

A sneak peek behind the CRL hoardings

If you’ve wondered what’s going on behind the colourful City Rail Link (CRL) hoardings at the corners of Victoria and Wellesley streets, here’s a peek.

3 Nov 2016

Waitematā Local Board judicial recount result

Vernon Tava confirmed as Waitematā Local board member.

Kids / Family 3 Nov 2016

YMCA celebrates 20 years at Mt Albert centre

The YMCA is celebrating 20 years of running the council-owned Mt Albert Community and Leisure Centre.

Development 2 Nov 2016

New station, New Network all go in south Auckland

Auckland's newest transport centre at Otahuhu Station was opened on Saturday 29 October, and the New Network has launched for buses in south Auckland.

Transport 2 Nov 2016

Get a sneak peek at the new Pukekohe Station

Auckland Transport has released images of what the upgraded Pukekohe Station will look like once construction is complete in late 2017.

Cycling 2 Nov 2016

Council welcomes SkyPath closing statements

Auckland Council has welcomed the closing statement of the Environment Court

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Giant Mud Pie Kitchen

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30 Jan 2026

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30 Jan 2026 - 01 Feb 2026

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30 Jan 2026 - 06 Feb 2026

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30 Jan 2026 - 27 Mar 2026

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30 Jan 2026 - 27 Nov 2026

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23 Jan 2026 - 05 Jun 2026

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Join us for a cuppa and meet other writers and work on your projects!

16 Jan 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

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