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Community 27 Jun 2016

Video showcases Manurewa's homegrown stars

An Olympic gold medallist, the head of one of New Zealand’s biggest companies, a television newsreader and a neighbourhood bakery are among ‘stars’ of a new video celebrating the south Auckland community of Manurewa.

Heritage 20 Jun 2016

Walkway through Papakura’s history

Images of Papakura’s past will be a feature of a new covered walkway connecting the town centre and train station.

Youth / Rangatahi 13 May 2016

Manurewa Community Volunteer Awards

Nominations should recognise individuals and groups who have made a valuable contribution to the community in Manurewa.

Sports / Leisure 29 Apr 2016

Don’t forget to see the forget-me-not at the Botanic Gardens

With their delicate white rosette like leaves forget-me-not are a firm favourite with visitors to Auckland’s Botanic Gardens.

Educational 27 Apr 2016

Interns making a big difference

What's it like interning at Auckland Council? We spoke with Licensing and Compliance intern Nicola Clark.

Community 26 Apr 2016

New Māngere bus station on its way

A new Māngere town centre bus station and new bus stops on Avenue Road in Ōtāhuhu are set to get underway in July.

Community 14 Apr 2016

Transformation of Manukau given green light

The transformation of the Manukau metropolitan centre has taken an important first step.

Transport 13 Apr 2016

State Highway to be narrower from Takanini

The NZ Transport Agency says reduced lane widths on State Highway 1 at Takanini will be extended further south in the coming weeks.

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