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Pou recognises significance of harbour
A pou named Ngaa Hua o Te Maanuka, carved by Dean Flavell (Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua), tells a story of the importance of the Manukau Harbour.
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Five ways to beat the winter blues
It might be dark and dreary outside, but these mood-boosting activities can help you beat the blues this winter.
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More for youth and big plans for parks
Find out about some of the projects being funded in the next year by Waitematā Local Board.
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New playgrounds and walkways: ten projects highlight investment in community assets
Brand new infrastructure has been created across Tāmaki Makaurau and existing assets renewed.
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New names link past and present
More than 20 Franklin parks have received names from mana whenua iwi Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua, Ngāti Tamaoho, Te Aakitai Waiohua and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki.
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Let there be light - solar light
Manurewa Local Board has adopted a work programme covering what it hopes to deliver this financial year.
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Funds for fun to the fore in Franklin
Parks and green spaces have secured Franklin Local Board funding.
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Explore Auckland with July's School Holiday Guide
School holiday time is here, and there are lots of ways to keep the kids entertained in Auckland, even if the winter weather isn’t on your side.
Events16 Results
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Takapuna Winter Lights
The fully assessable, all-ages outdoor sensory experience is a free event in the heart of Takapun...
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Aotea Square Ice Rink
The Aotea Square Ice Rink, is back with more fun than ever before!
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Waitawa Regional Park Planting Day
Bring your family and friends to help plant trees and keep Auckland green.
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Eskdale Restoration Champions with Kaipātiki Project
Join us to help protect our unique native ecosystems and build local climate resilience.
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Volunteer Welcome Day - with Kaipātiki Project
Have you ever wanted to volunteer with an environmental organisation?
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Relaxation Dance Class
Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music.
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Matariki Tree Planting
Come together as a community to honour traditional Māori practices and contribute to a greener en...
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Planting for resilience: water sensitive design
Join landscape architect Nick Robinson who will discuss water sensitive design features such as g...