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Mayor receives ruling by Auditor-General
Thursday, 24 June 2010, 3:46 pm | Manakau City
Manukau mayor Len Brown has received the Auditor-General Office’s ruling and accepts their judgement that no further investigation into his credit card expenses is warranted. More >>
Government Needs To Referee Auckland’s Magna Carta
Monday, 21 December 2009, 2:51 pm | Manakau City
Manukau Mayor Len Brown is writing to the Local Government Minister Rodney Hide asking the government to step in and define roles and functions of the new Auckland local community boards. More >>
A Festival on its Way for Manukau Film Buffs
Friday, 9 October 2009, 3:52 pm | Manakau City
Manukau Film Festival makes a welcome return to the city, offering film buffs the opportunity to see some great flicks in their backyard. This year’s film festival brings a collection of home-grown and internationally acclaimed films to local theatres, ... More >>
Condolences To Families Of Manurewa Marae Tragedy
Friday, 26 June 2009, 4:33 pm | Manakau City
Manukau Mayor Len Brown is deeply distressed to hear about the tragic accident which has killed two people and left at three others injured or unaccounted for at Manurewa Marae this afternoon. More >>
Manukau Gets Ready For Matariki
Monday, 15 June 2009, 11:24 am | Manakau City
From art exhibitions in Mangere Arts Centre and Nathan Homestead, to a kite making workshop and Harakeke flax weaving at Barry Curtis Park, glow worm walks at Totara Park, Matariki star gazing at Mangere Mountain, Maketu Tuna book launch at Botany ... More >>
Design approved for new housing for the elderly
Tuesday, 17 March 2009, 2:31 pm | Manakau City
The Manurewa Community Board last night gave the seal of approval for the design of a 16 unit Housing For The Elderly complex to replace Tadmor Village. More >>
Have your say on plans for Whitford Village
Monday, 9 March 2009, 4:26 pm | Manakau City
Whitford residents are being reminded to have their say on a proposed district plan change that would allow future development of Whitford Village. More >>
Still time to give ‘doggy’ a special day out
Friday, 27 February 2009, 4:22 pm | Manakau City
Due to popular demand Manukau Parks have extended their Doggy Day Out events until the end of daylight saving. More >>
Council declines community banking initiative
Wednesday, 25 February 2009, 3:48 pm | Manakau City
A community banking proposal has the thumbs down from Manukau City Council’s Accountability and Performance Committee. More >>
Guided Tours Of Barry Curtis Park
Thursday, 15 January 2009, 2:51 pm | Manakau City
The council is running guided tours of Barry Curtis Park in Flat Bush. The next tours are on 21 January and 18 February at 5pm. More >>
Free Guided Tours of Manukau Parks
Tuesday, 6 January 2009, 3:47 pm | Manakau City
The school holidays and summer could be a good time for anyone interested in exploring Manukau parks and learning about the natural environment. More >>
Dangerous Slips Around Manukau
Tuesday, 2 September 2008, 4:29 pm | Manakau City
Manukau City Council is warning the public to stay well clear of the cordoned off area between 114 and 118 Clovelly Road, Bucklands Beach because of a dangerous slip. More >>
Civic Centre Reception Relocates
Thursday, 28 August 2008, 3:34 pm | Manakau City
From 1 September, the main entrance to the Manukau City Council Civic building will be relocated back to its original location on the western side of the building. More >>
Fixed charge for wastewater to remain
Thursday, 29 May 2008, 3:28 pm | Manakau City
Manukau City Council last night decided Manukau residents will continue to pay a fixed wastewater charge, which will increase over four years, while community groups and business customers should pay a mix of a fixed charge and a price per cubic metre ... More >>
Planning Skills To Be Used In Tonga
Wednesday, 10 January 2007, 12:45 am | Manakau City
Planning skills within Manukau City Council will be used to help rebuild the central Nuku’alofa area in Tonga, following the November riots which virtually destroyed the central business district. More >>
Auckland Mayors Demand Power Crisis Action
Sunday, 18 June 2006, 2:51 pm | Manakau City
The Auckland region’s mayors are calling on the Government to take steps to ensure the power supply is maintained, following the blackout last Monday which left half the region in darkness. More >>
Farewell to Russell Road pool
Thursday, 18 May 2006, 10:06 am | Manakau City
Work begins this week on the demolition of the old Russell Road swimming pool in Manurewa. More >>
Manukau supports mural as legitimate art
Wednesday, 10 May 2006, 4:49 pm | Manakau City
A mural which sparked controversy because of its description as graffiti art, now has the support of its strongest critic, Manukau City Councillor Dick Quax. More >>
Manukau Growth Rate 5.7%
Monday, 24 May 2004, 12:00 am | Manakau City
Manukau's economic growth rate was 5.7% for the 2003 year, compared to the national rate of 3.5%. The strong growth reflects the healthy demand in construction, property and business services, education, health and community services, transport and storage ... More >>
Community Facilities Partnership Scheme Workshops
Wednesday, 21 April 2004, 1:25 pm | Manakau City
Manukau City Council is pleased to announce it is running a series of workshops throughout the city to help community organisations when applying for funding through the Community Facilities Partnership Scheme. More >>