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Huia 1 watermain ninety per cent complete
Watercare’s new Huia 1 watermain, stretching from Auckland’s western reservoirs in Titirangi to Newmarket, is on track to be in service by April next year.
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First of three projects ticked off Mt Roskill’s ‘shovel-ready’ list
Watercare has completed the first of three ‘shovel-ready’ projects in its $95 million plan to improve water services in Mt Roskill and the surrounding suburbs..
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Hihi return to Shakespear Regional Park
“There is high potential for this project to contribute to the overall conservation of hihi into the future so we are doing everything we can to get the setting right for success,.
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Creative Community Scheme opens for applications
Emerging Auckland artists and creatives can now apply for Creative Communities Scheme (CCS) grants, delivered by Auckland Council in partnership with Creative New Zealand.
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Volunteers needed for new Emergency Response team in South Auckland
Do you live in South Auckland and want to help your community during an emergency response?
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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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Watercare Services Limited directors appointed
Auckland Council has appointed Andrew Clark and Frederik Cornu to the board of Watercare Services Limited.