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Transport 31 Jan 2017

Auckland Council to submit on East West Link

On 16 December 2016, the NZ Transport Agency lodged applications for the resource consents required for the East West Link project.

Cycling 31 Jan 2017

Growing greenways in Devonport-Takapuna

Late last year, Devonport-Takapuna Local Board approved funding for two local walking and cycling connections.

Sports / Leisure 31 Jan 2017

Explore the northern Waitematā Harbour

Upper Harbour Local Board is encouraging residents to explore their blue backyard this summer.

31 Jan 2017

Fukuoka Friendship Garden to bloom again

The restored Fukuoka Friendship Garden is scheduled to open in autumn at its new location in Western Springs Lakeside Park.

Transport 31 Jan 2017

Machine giants keep City Rail Link works on track

‘Valerie’ the tunnel boring machine and ‘Gomer’ the piling rig are making excellent progress on the CRL construction.

Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Explore Matakana by bike

Get outside this summer and take a ride north of the city with the Matakana trails ride to Omaha and Point Wells.

Arts 31 Jan 2017

The Lighthouse nears completion

Details will be announced soon for a ceremony to celebrate the opening of Michael Parekowhai's artwork on Queens Wharf.

Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Karekare Beach named among world's best

Karekare Beach on Auckland’s west coast has been named the second-best beach in the world by Passport Magazine, a gay travel publication.

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