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Technology / Innovation 15 Jan 2021

Hays Creeks Dam returns

A long abandoned water treatment plant in the Hunua Ranges will soon be supplying millions of litres of water to Auckland's network, as Watercare returns the Hays Creek Dam to service.

Youth / Rangatahi 11 Dec 2020

New lease for Manurewa croquet club as milestone looms

Manurewa Local Board has granted new leases to community groups.

Community 9 Dec 2020

Study grants available to Manurewa over 55s

Manurewa Local Board is offering study grants through its Lifelong Learning Fund to those 55 and over.

Community 9 Dec 2020

Twenty rangatahi helped by Manurewa grants

Twenty Manurewa Local Board Rangatahi Youth Scholarships have been awarded.

Community 9 Dec 2020

Inclusive grants praised in Papakura

Papakura Local Board has been told just receiving grants made members of two immigrant groups feel more included and welcome in the community.

Community 9 Dec 2020

Nominations open for Papakura volunteer awards

Nominations have opened for Papakura Local Board's Community Volunteer Recognition Awards.

Youth / Rangatahi 4 Dec 2020

Child safety a priority in Papakura

Increasing housing developments around Walters Road have left Papakura Local Board members concerned for the safety of schoolchildren using the area.

Youth / Rangatahi 1 Dec 2020

Papakura grants help young to study

Papakura Local Board has awarded $15,000 worth of youth scholarships to help young people in education and trades training.

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