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Christmas gets a bit of a boost
Santa and his mates have had a bit of Papakura Local Board help.
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Forum welcomes Manukau Harbour stand
Auckland Council's move to put in place a strategy for improving outcomes for the Manukau Harbour have been welcomed by the Manukau Harbour Forum.
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Auckland’s Tāmaki River to benefit from new wastewater pump station
Watercare’s new Dunkirk Wastewater Pump Station and the 1.4-kilometre gravity sewer main that have just gone into service.
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‘Love Panmure’ mural by Gary Silipa overlooking Lagoon Drive in Panmure
Eke Panuku Development Auckland has been working with local artist Gary Silipa to develop a new mural for Panmure.
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Walking School Bus awards mark 25-year recognition of selfless volunteers
The Waka Waewae or Walking School Bus has become a community institution led by thousands over the past 25 years..
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Eco-warrior creates his own rat navy!
Row Robinson reckons Wattle Downs' rats are coming from the mangroves. so he's launched his own rodent rafts.
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‘Together for Tāmaki Makaurau’ gains momentum in making the city centre safer
From increased CityWatch patrols to the establishment of the City Centre Safety Plan, a series of new initiatives aimed at improving safety in the city centre are underway.
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Te Kōwhai Nui (The Big Yellow) safeguards marine ecosystem during Te Whau Pathway construction
Leaving minimal impact on the environment is top of mind as Auckland Council builds a new pathway.
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Beautification Trust has lengthy mahi recognised
The Manukau Beautification Charitable Trust has been acknowledged for 23 years of service to Tāmaki Makaurau as it moves away from operating as a controlled-organisation of Auckland Council.
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Student-led climate action initiative helps efforts to decarbonise Auckland schools
Wheels Wednesday is a winner at Meadowbank School!
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Kōkako volunteers mark 30 years on job
Volunteers who have trekked the Hunua Ranges to conserve the last kōkako population in the mainland Auckland region have celebrated 30 years.
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Forum backs Coastguard appeal
A collaborative, community-based approach will be vital in reducing the number of preventative drownings on the Manukau, Coastguard has told the Manukau Harbour Forum.
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Playground plans get seal of approval
Concept plans bring a playground a step closer for Belmont.
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Nathan Homestead restoration to future-proof taonga for community
"It’s important we take action now to carry out enhancements so this taonga can be used and enjoyed by locals and visitors for years to come."
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Long-term Plan attracts record community feedback
Long-term Plan attracts record community feedback.
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Less waste and more resources for DIYers
Warkworth’s Community Recycling Centre opens.