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Launch of new Ngaa Hau o Maangere Ngahere Planting Guide
A new planting guide will help contribute to increasing the environmental and cultural outcomes for Mangere and its connection to nature.
26 May 2023
Locals invited to have their say on the future of eastern Porirua
Feedback is now open on the draft Spatial Plan for Porirua Development, which will guide development and investment decisions for the next 25 years in eastern Porirua.
29 May 2023
Debbie takes community mindedness to the next level
As soon as you meet Debbie, her passion for helping others is clear. Over the years, Debbie has volunteered her time and skills to help others in her community – something she has always been inspired to do.
26 May 2023
Plans shared for Public Housing in Wainuiomata
We are pleased to be making good progress for our new homes at the old Wood Hatton Primary School site.
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Retirement filled with important mahi for busy Rose
Many people think about giving back to their community, but at age 80, Rose has made it her life’s mission to help those in need. Even in retirement, Rose volunteers almost every day of the week at charities across Auckland.

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Waste not want not approach at heart of Neil’s good deeds
When Neil was growing up on a farm in Golden Bay, his parents instilled in him a core value: re-use anything you can and try not to let anything go to waste.

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Friendships forged in cosy community hall
Every Friday morning, come rain or shine, a group of friends gather in a cosy community hall at the heart of their Kāinga Ora housing complex to share a cuppa, delicious food and lively chats.

Infrastructure Acceleration Fund
The Infrastructure Acceleration Fund is a contestable process designed to allocate funding to infrastructure projects for housing development, enabling a meaningful contribution to housing outcomes in areas of need.

First Home Decision Tool
Kāinga Ora offers several products to help New Zealanders into home ownership. If you are thinking about buying a home, use our tool to see what you could be eligible for.

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Close to Home is out now!
In this issue, how to prepare for the unexpected; a classic banana cake recipe, gardening tips and ngahuru (autumn) is upon us in Treehouse.
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