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You have selected Council news from 19 July 2009.

Auckland City Council presents submission
Auckland City Council presented its submission on the Local Government (Auckland Council) Bill to the select committee last week.

Victoria Park Tunnel: step closer
Victoria Park Tunnel was a step closer last week, after the announcement by the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) of V-formation as the winning contractor for the project.

Save money on rates
In this tough economic climate, Auckland City Council has had to review its budgets for the year and the council knows that many ratepayers are too.

Owairaka Park opens for holidays
Owairaka Park in Mt Albert was opened in time for the school holidays this month, with a fantastic range of play equipment, basketball courts and a skate park for all to enjoy.

Wheelie great: 400 kids sign up to WOW
A fun Auckland City Council initiative encouraging kids to walk or wheel to school has already attracted over 400 children.

New measures to protect city's heritage buildings
Auckland City Council has introduced two new measures to the district plan that will better protect the character and heritage of the city.

Central Connector on track
Landscaping work along the Central Connector route on Symonds Street is now complete, with new foliage and trees planted.

Easy access to Onehunga shops
Shoppers are enjoying easier access to the great retail offerings of Onehunga Mall and surrounding streets, following the completion of roadworks in the area.

Buying or selling a house?
New buyers and sellers should know that Land Information Memoranda - also known as LIMs - are one of the most useful and essential services that the council offers.

Register your dog and win
Time is running out to take advantage of the early bird rates for dog registration.

Broadway stars one night only
Broadway legends Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin will do a one-off performance of their hit show, An evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin, later this month.

Bite Size Fringe set to impress
Three highlights from the 2009 Auckland Fringe will run at the end of July as part of the Autumn/Winter STAMP programme, brought to you by The Edge®.

News in brief: Queens Wharf
An ideas and design competition for the development of Queens Wharf is currently being organised by Auckland City Council, Auckland Regional Council and central government.

News in brief: Coat of arms
Auckland City Council's crest and the city’s formal "coat of arms" is back where it belongs on the council's Civic Administration Building.

News in brief: Free business open day
Calling all business owners and entrepreneurs - The ICEHOUSE will be holding a free Open Day on Wednesday, 29 July.

Win double passes to Food Show
City Scene readers have the chance to win one of five double passes to the Food Show.

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