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Calls for audit of infrastructure following storm devastation

Auckland’s infrastructure requires an urgent audit to assess its ability to cope with extreme weather events in the context of climate change and increased intensification, according to Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

Chill Zone at Come Fly a Kite makes event more welcoming to all kids

If your child feels overwhelmed by big crowds or loud noises, don't let it stop you from bringing them to the popular annual Come Fly a Kite event in Te Atatu Peninsula.

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. 

Some regional parks across Tāmaki Makaurau set to reopen

Three out of six regional parks across Auckland closed due to damage are set to reopen from Wednesday 1 March.

Grants boost Whau projects

Whau’s community groups and volunteers received $38,243.19 for their mahi through Whau Local and multi-board grants.

Grants make a difference in Waitākere

Sunvue Park concept plan gets go-ahead

A concept plan for a new, nature-based Ngāhere playspace at Sunvue Park in Glen Eden, designed in  partnership with tauira (students) from Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Hoani Waititi has been approved by Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

Celebrating 10 years of Kelston Community Hub

Locals gathered at the Kelston Community Hub in December to celebrate 10 years since the hub opened.