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Development 8 Mar 2023

15 genres of music arrive in midtown as Real Groovy sets up shop

Since iconic music store Real Groovy set up at 19 Victoria Street West, above Countdown, the tempo of Auckland’s original arts precinct has recalibrated up a notch.

Parks / Outdoors 8 Mar 2023

Concrete to make way for natural waterway

Concrete channels in Blackgate Reserve are to be replaced with natural waterways.

Community 7 Mar 2023

Franklin urged to speak up

Residents of Franklin are being encouraged to provide detailed feedback into Auckland Council's proposed Annual Budget.

Have your say 6 Mar 2023

Potential Annual Budget impacts on Albert-Eden and Puketāpapa

It’s now more important than ever to tell us what you care about in your area to help with tough decisions on Auckland’s annual budget.

Playgrounds 6 Mar 2023

Riverhead playground back in action

The Riverhead War Memorial Park playground has reopened after a major refurbishment.

Parks / Outdoors 6 Mar 2023

More parks get te reo name added

A further 19 parks in Henderson-Massey will now carry dual Māori / English names. This adds to the list of parks that already carry dual names adopted by Henderson-Massey Local Board in signing up to the Te Kete Rukuruku programme.

Environment 6 Mar 2023

Plant helps protect Waikato River

A $128million upgrade to the Pukekohe wastewater treatment plant positions the area for further growth, Franklin Ward Auckland Councillor Andy Baker says.

Community 6 Mar 2023

Hundreds attend Keri Downs pump track opening

A pump track at Keri Downs in Red Hill adds to the amenities in the area.

Events

13 Apr 2023 - 20 Apr 2023

Junior Ranger pest detectives

We will create our very own chew cards and pest-monitoring tunnels to take home.

21 Jan 2023 - 22 Apr 2023

Circus in the Park - Myers Park

Join the amazing Circus In The Park team to play and learn circus skills like juggling, hula hoop, acrobatics, ribbons and spinning plates.

14 Apr 2023

Basement Theatre Preview Show

Get the party started early with this April preview of what’s coming up for Comedy Fest at Tāmaki Makaurau’s home of an indie comedy, Basement Theatre.