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Council strongly committed to heritage protection
Councillor Alf Filipaina explains how the council is strongly committed to protecting Auckland’s built heritage.
Celebrating Puketāpapa's history
Puketāpapa Local Board has published two heritage studies perfect for anyone interested in the area’s history.
New military gallery opens at Papakura Museum
A new military gallery has opened at Papakura Museum, with an exhibition to commemorate the 100th anniversary of WWI.
Peace tree honours the past
A memorial tree has been planted at Arlene Shultz Park, Manurewa, to commemorate the centenary of the First World War.
Putting Piha on the radar
During the Second World War, Piha was the site of a radar station critical to New Zealand’s defence.
History on Pedestal Lane
Manurewa Local Board has commemorated a local connection to the Second World War by renaming the eastern section of Peguero Place ‘Pedestal Lane’.
Fort Takapuna barracks restored
Two very special heritage buildings are now restored and will soon be available for the community to enjoy.