Mauao unstable with 40 landslips We’re getting lots of questions about why Mauao is closed. There are 40 landslips on Mauao, 29 on the base track, and the area is too unstable to keep people safe right now.
Vibrant Asian food and cultural celebrations this weekend Prepare your taste buds as the Asian Food Festival returns for its third year at The Historic Village on Saturday, 14 February, celebrating Chinese New Year with a day full of food, culture and family-friendly fun.
Rāhui lifted over parts of Waikorire (Pilot Bay) and Hīnekite (Mount Main Beach) The Rāhui placed by Tangata Whenua over parts of Waikorire (Pilot Bay) and Hīnekite (Mount Main Beach) following last month’s severe weather event has been lifted.
Road cordon to be lifted Friday morning, Mauao remains closed As of 8am on Friday, 6 February, The Mall, Maunganui Road, Marine Parade and Adams Avenue will be open to vehicles and pedestrians.
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