Iron Thunder MC 2016 Annual Poker Run for Charity, over 100 motorcycles went on a run from Auckland to the Coromandel to raise funds for the Westpac Rescue helicopter and the Auckland Spinal Unit.
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Whetū Mātaiata Award to launch at Community Awards
The Trustpower National Community Awards are kicking off this Friday 18 March which will see some of the country’s most passionate and committed volunteers come together in Dunedin for a weekend of networking, learning and sharing their stories.
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Mangere community rally to protest development Ihumātao
A human chain has been formed at Ihumātao in protest against Auckland Council's proposed Ōruarangi housing development. Protesters claim the development will impact an area of cultural significance.
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Kawhia celebrate 74th Awaroa Sports Day
A community stalwart says that it's great to see horse sports prominent once again in Kawhia after years of decline.
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Portage Crossing Family Festival to honour traditional Tainui waka route
Portage Crossing 2016 is a free family event that will take place this Saturday at Māngere Bridge.
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Wai-a-Ariki Food Forest in Onerahi receives award
A community initiative in Onerahi called the Wai-a-Ariki Food Forest has received an award for returning to indigenous practices of land use.
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My Town Series- Isolated Hawkes Bay community brings Māori & European together
In the southernmost part of Hawke's Bay, the small coastal township of Porangahau is home to the longest place name in the country.
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Angel Tree programme lifts Xmas spirits of children with parents in prison
5000 volunteers around the country are busy wrapping Christmas gifts for children whose parents are in prisons. It is part of the annual Angel Tree programme, which has been operating in NZ for 25 years.
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The power of community resonates in their work
Tina and her daughter Tai Waru love working with people, especially when they get the chance to inspire. Tina uses a stage to up lift her communities and Tai uses a screen, and both say they love the work they do.
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Kāingaroa community on the rise despite rocky past
One of the poorest towns involved in the CNI Settlement is about to undertake an upgrade to their services. Kāingaroa has had its ups and downs, now it's a community on the rise.