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Parks / Outdoors 5 May 2017

Start date set for Kowhai Park upgrade

Some access to the park and its facilities will be restricted at times due to the construction work, which starts mid-May.

Community 4 May 2017

Sign of significance for Patumahoe

The dedicated signs tell the story of mana whenua’s connection and history to the region and their location is selected by mana whenua in recognition of its cultural significance to the area.

Environment 3 May 2017

Long-tailed bats spotted in Henderson

Long-tailed bats have been spotted in Henderson for the first time in about 15 years.

Housing 2 May 2017

Henderson to flourish as revitalised urban eco centre

The future of Henderson in west Auckland took an important step forward on 2 May with Auckland Council’s Planning Committee approving an overall plan to unlock its potential.

Community 2 May 2017

Keep your home healthy and warm this winter

Adrian Feasey from Auckland Council shares tips to save money, improve health and make your home energy efficient.

Parks / Outdoors 1 May 2017

Little spotted kiwi are back!

Twenty little spotted kiwi are making themselves at home following their release into Shakespear Open Sanctuary at the weekend.

Development 29 Apr 2017

Work kicks off on Pukekohe skate park

Work on a new skate park in Pukekohe is now underway.

Community 27 Apr 2017

This 82-year-old hero has been making tracks for 40 years

Hugh Willis, an 82-year-old Torbay resident and former Westlake Boys High School maths teacher, has been building bush tracks across Albany and East Coast Bays for the past 40 years.