A community is angry it has to petition the removal of a "high risk" sex offender from close proximity to its school grounds. A Jean Batten School spokesperson says it's unfair and wrong for someone with this type of criminal background to be allowed in a school area for the second time in a row and it wants assurances it will not happen again.
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Community unite in solidarity for homeless
Around 1200 are expected to sleep in their cars overnight at Māngere Park in solidarity with homeless families.
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#Parkupmangere: Community bands together for the homeless
As winter descends upon us and temperatures drop, some families without homes are left to brave the cold. #Parkupmangere is a community-led event being held tonight at 6pm till 6am at the Mangere Town Centre. Families are asked to park up in their cars in Mangere for the night to show solidarity with families who endure this every night.
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Unlawful possession charge following death of toddler
A 26-year-old man appeared in the Manukau District Court today after a two-year-old child was shot dead in Māngere. The man was charged with unlawful possession of a pistol.
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Managing asthma key to bringing down statistics in NZ
It's World Asthma Day and it's been revealed that NZ's asthma and respiratory statistics are among the worst in the world.
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Marae 2 Maunga: Māori Suicide awareness
Five Mangere marae are raising awareness around Māori suicide through a “Marae 2 Maunga” hīkoi.
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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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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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Youth use social media apps to battle smoking
Stop smoking campaigns do everything possible to deter or stop youth from taking up the habit. Youth now live in a digital era and health providers are tasked with the challenge of connecting with them through social media. It’s a challenge Counties Mankuau Health has taken on board and today at the Mangere Arts centre, they’ve launched their first social media exhibition.
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What the inorganic!?!
Inorganic collections have changed across the Auckland region, and it seems some residents may have not received the message. Illegal dumping in the Māngere area in recent weeks has become an increased concern for local residents and community groups.