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City Centre Waterfront 13 Dec 2019

Karangahape Road mural reflects strong community spirit

A 60 long metre mural called te pikinga au te maunga Karangahape, was officially unveiled and blessed on Thursday 5 December.

Community 12 Dec 2019

Waiheke coastguard given a lifeline

Waiheke Volunteer Coastguard has received a helping hand from Waiheke Local Board.

Technology / Innovation 11 Dec 2019

Better connectivity being investigated for Great Barrier Island

Improvements to internet and phone connectivity are being explored by Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board.

City Centre Waterfront 4 Dec 2019

Urban garden grows on High Street

High Street is bursting with flowers, strawberries, kawa kawa and mint as part of a trial to create a safer and more accessible High Street.

Transport 4 Dec 2019

Interim changes to Waiheke bus services

The national driver shortage has reached Waiheke Island and the call is out to recruit more drivers for the island.

Exhibition 4 Dec 2019

Auckland Art Gallery launches 2020 exhibition programme

The 2020 programme includes five major international exhibitions alongside the very best of New Zealand art.

City Centre Waterfront 3 Dec 2019

Karangahape Road celebrates construction milestone

Auckland’s Karangahape Road community is getting ready to party at First Thursdays and everyone is invited.

City Centre Waterfront 3 Dec 2019

Aucklanders support vision for accessible city centre

Aucklanders overwhelmingly support Auckland Council’s vision for a liveable, green and accessible city centre according to public feedback on the draft City Centre Masterplan refresh.

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