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Launch for the Boy Who Bounced Around Aotearoa
Monday, 16 July 2007, 10:15 am | Manukau City Council
Botany Library is delighted to host the launch of local author Christine Hurst’s fun children’s picture book, ‘The boy who bounced around Aotearoa’. More >>
Rotorua Graffiti Attacks Confirm Extent Of Problem
Thursday, 12 July 2007, 3:55 pm | Manukau City Council
The reported graffiti attacks on a Rotorua superette show the time for action on graffiti vandalism is long overdue, Manukau Mayor Sir Barry Curtis says. The owner of the superette is so frustrated with the repeated attacks that he is calling for ... More >>
Amnesty Offered To Dog Owners -- Manukau City
Tuesday, 10 July 2007, 3:52 pm | Manukau City Council
Manukau City Council is offering an amnesty to dog owners who want to give up their unwanted pets. Between 16 and 27 July people can relinquish their dog for free to Manukau City Council, instead of the normal $15 charge. More >>
Decision on power transmission line unacceptable
Friday, 6 July 2007, 10:13 am | Manukau City Council
Manukau Mayor Sir Barry Curtis says the plan for a new North Island transmission line will be opposed by Manukau City Council because of the unacceptable impact it would have on rural areas of the city. More >>
Another National Accolade For Ngaa Mahia Rehia
Friday, 6 July 2007, 12:13 am | Manukau City Council
The Property Council of New Zealand has confirmed what most people in Manurewa already know: Manurewa Aquatic Centre – Ngaa Mahia Rehia is a fantastic facility. More >>
Call for free education and support
Tuesday, 3 July 2007, 5:00 pm | Manukau City Council
Manukau Mayor Sir Barry Curtis says it is increasingly clear that there’s not enough support available for young people after they leave school, and it is one of the causes of persistent social problems such as gang violence, drug and alcohol abuse ... More >>
Mana whenua to have role in management of new park
Tuesday, 3 July 2007, 10:09 am | Manukau City Council
Te Akitai o Waiohua are expected to have a major role in the management of one of the Auckland region’s most significant volcanic features, which has been saved from potential development by being purchased for a public park by Manukau City Council. More >>
Significant volcanic feature secure for public use
Tuesday, 3 July 2007, 9:37 am | Manukau City Council
One of the most pristine and undeveloped explosion craters remaining in the Auckland volcanic field has been secured for a public reserve by Manukau City Council, through a $6.07millon purchase announced today (Tuesday 3 July, 2007). More >>
Graffiti Bill a victory for Manukau
Friday, 29 June 2007, 4:38 pm | Manukau City Council
Manukau is soon going to have the tools to clamp down on graffiti vandalism which is degrading entire communities and costing millions of dollars a year to combat, Mayor Sir Barry Curtis says. More >>
Arts In The City Has A Fresh New Look
Tuesday, 26 June 2007, 7:19 am | Manukau City Council
Manukau City Council's Arts team kick of the second half of 2007 with a new look Arts in the City catalogue, a guide to city-wide events, exhibitions and programmes. More >>
Pantomonium at Nathan Homestead Theatre
Monday, 25 June 2007, 12:08 am | Manukau City Council
Starring more than 20 talented local children, Pantomonium tells the story of pantomime favourite Old Widow Twankey who has been accused of causing "pantomonium" in Pantoland! Other well-known pantomime and fairy-tale characters such as Cinderella, Snow White, ... More >>
Manukau’s Urban design panel confirmed
Friday, 22 June 2007, 2:00 pm | Manukau City Council
Manukau City Council officially launched its new urban design panel yesterday, signalling an ongoing commitment to working with developers and builders to ensure quality urban design outcomes on the ground. More >>
Manukau's Swimming Lessons Meet Needs Of All
Friday, 22 June 2007, 1:41 pm | Manukau City Council
Parents and caregivers of students with disabilities are singing the praises of Manukau Swimsation swim school's special needs programme. Classes are designed to cater for the individual needs of students with a range of disabilities. More >>
Clendon youth take the lead in their community
Wednesday, 20 June 2007, 11:41 am | Manukau City Council
The Community Action on Youth and Drugs (CAYAD) project group is proud to announce the appointment of five youth ambassadors at Manukau City Council’s Te Matariki – Clendon Community Centre and Library. More >>
A Solution For Affordable Housing in Manukau
Monday, 18 June 2007, 3:44 pm | Manukau City Council
People are living in garages and sheds because the 'ridiculous' cost of land in and around the Auckland metropolitan region is driving housing prices beyond reach, says Mayor of Manukau Sir Barry Curtis. More >>
Students Stand Out At Performing Arts Awards
Friday, 15 June 2007, 2:19 pm | Manukau City Council
Secondary school students from across the Auckland region are invited to enter the Manukau Secondary Schools Performing Arts Awards. More >>
Flat Bush confirmed as official name
Thursday, 14 June 2007, 9:38 am | Manukau City Council
Mayor of Manukau Sir Barry Curtis welcomes the decision released last week by the New Zealand Geographic Board which confirms that Flat Bush will continue to be called Flat Bush. More >>
“The New Hawaiki” – taking stock and future trends
Wednesday, 13 June 2007, 10:20 am | Manukau City Council
I acknowledge Minister Mark Burton, Judge Ida Malosi, Mr Leigh Auton, CEO of Manukau City Council, Reverend Ministers, government representatives, members of our community, friends & colleagues. Greetings to you all. More >>
Cool rewards on offer for youth who read
Tuesday, 12 June 2007, 10:43 am | Manukau City Council
A new reading programme aimed at encouraging youth to visit Manukau City Council’s Libraries will run throughout July and August. More >>
Significant Step Towards Increasing Recycling
Friday, 8 June 2007, 12:54 am | Manukau City Council
The most advanced recycling sorting facility in the southern hemisphere is being built to deal with Manukau and Auckland's recycling. More >>