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Transport 1 Jun 2021

Changes to Pukekohe Streets for People Trial

Part of Waka Kotahi’s Innovating Streets for People Programme, the Pukekohe Streets for People trial is currently underway, allowing Panuku to test several temporary installations intended to make the Pukekohe town centre safer to move around.

1 Jun 2021

Community forums a chance for Waiheke residents to connect with their local board

Waiheke Local Board has been holding monthly community forums with the aim of increasing their in-depth understanding of local issues.

Community 1 Jun 2021

Funding support for community groups in Ōtara-Papatoetoe

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board approved more than $193,000 worth of funding applications through its latest local board and multi-board grants rounds.

Community 31 May 2021

Aotea community groups awarded more than $200,000 by local board

Community organisations on Aotea / Great Barrier Island have been supported with more than $200,000 in grant funding by Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board.

Heritage 31 May 2021

Auckland Museum transformation wins NZ Institute of Architects awards

The redevelopment of Auckland Museum’s South Atrium, Te Ao Mārama, has been recognised by the New Zealand Institute of Architects at their annual Auckland Architecture Awards.

27 May 2021

Community boost with $45,000 of Whau grants awarded

Community organisations in Whau have been boosted to the tune of $45,000 in grants from Whau Local Board.

Environment 27 May 2021

Mission launched to save Papakura Stream

The Papakura Stream Restoration Project, which unites the Franklin, Papakura and Manurewa local boards together in one plan, has been launched with the help of industry, Conservation Volunteers NZ and private landowners.

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