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Come in and say hi to the friendly staff at the newest community recycling centre in Auckland
Auckland’s newest community recycling centre is more than just a place to drop off your unwanted items. It’s a place where the community can come together and learn more about sustainability.

Boards back level crossing removal plans
Local boards in the south of the city support rail into the future.

Call for infrastructure to lead growth
Growth, southern local boards say, should only come when the systems to support it are in place.

Boards back locally-led emergency response
Local input is seen as essential in any emergency planning.

Call to halt caulerpa’s spread in Waiheke waters supported by board
Auckland boaters are being asked to stay away from areas of the Waiheke coastline following the discovery of invasive seaweed exotic caulerpa.

Local plans still in your hands, with consultation to close
Consultation on three-year plans developed by Auckland Council’s 21 Local Boards closes on Monday, 14 August.

Loss of Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua kaumaatua George Flavell will be deeply felt
Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua kaumaatua George Flavell has passed away.

Chairs join call to be heard on board plans
Consultation on local board plans closes on 14 August.

Cut costs and protect the planet: smart ways to reduce food waste
Check out these tips from the Love Food Hate Waste NZ team.

Recycling and repurposing ideas for a seasonal clear-out
Make your spring clean more eco-friendly with these sustainable options for recycling and disposing of unwanted items

Have your say on the future of our public transport system
Auckland Transport (AT) has developed proposals to improve our public transport system over the next eight years.

Time running out to renew dog registration
A call out to dog owners, from Auckland Council. If you own a dog, it needs to be registered by 1 August.

Young leaders show the way in fight to enhance the health of Manukau Harbour
Young people are taking a hands-on role in preserving the Manukau Harbour.

Clubs already winners as World Cup kicks off
With just hours before the Football Ferns kicked off against Norway to launch the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Auckland councillor Daniel Newman says many clubs across the city, including at Papakura, are already winners.

It’s your place, your voice! Local Board Plans consultation open
It’s more important than ever to speak up and help shape the future of your community, as each of Auckland’s 21 local boards release their three-year plans for feedback.

Blockhouse Bay Intermediate students working to protect their school and build connections
Students building connections between school and community environments