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Community 20 Jan 2016

Peaceful sanctuary for babies at Waikumete

Families of departed newborn and stillborn babies recently attended the blessing of a new children's sanctuary at Waikumete Cemetery.

Educational 20 Jan 2016

Auckland Zoo welcomes rare red panda cubs

Auckland Zoo is celebrating the arrival of two Nepalese red panda cubs

Beaches 20 Jan 2016

Takapuna's laneway to development

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Chair Joseph Bergin says the board has a clear message from the community about the revitalisation of the Takapuna town centre: “Just get on and do it.”

Environment 19 Jan 2016

New recycling drop-off points for Franklin

Auckland Council has finalised arrangements for two new recycling drop-off points for Franklin residents, open for business this month.

Environment 19 Jan 2016

Rare parakeet chicks hatch at Auckland Zoo

Auckland Zoo’s orange-fronted parakeet pair have hatched five little chicks and they're growing up fast.

Community 19 Jan 2016

New tenants for Devonport Wharf

A group of local technology entrepreneurs will be occupying the south end offices of Devonport Wharf.

Housing 15 Jan 2016

Northcote an 'under-rated jewel'

Northcote town centre has been selected as one of 19 development locations.

Housing 15 Jan 2016

Steady growth for Auckland’s housing consents

Nearly $3b of new dwellings were consented in Auckland in the 12 months to November 2015, new figures out show.

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