

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.
Improve public facilities so residents can enjoy their local community.
Support local events that promote Kaipara.
Limit spending on under utilised facilities.
Improve access to sporting facilities, especially for youth and rural communities, to promote health and connection.
Support community-led events and festivals that celebrate local heritage, creativity and whanaungatanga.
Champion inclusive spaces that reflect Māori heritage, local history and creative expression.
Provide more support for community groups so they can more effectively provide services and activities at the grassroots level.
Carefully evaluate proposals for new facilities in terms of running costs and depreciation, even if offered for free.
Improve public facilities so residents can enjoy their local community.
Support local events that promote Kaipara.
Limit spending on under utilised facilities.
Improve access to sporting facilities, especially for youth and rural communities, to promote health and connection.
Support community-led events and festivals that celebrate local heritage, creativity and whanaungatanga.
Champion inclusive spaces that reflect Māori heritage, local history and creative expression.
Provide more support for community groups so they can more effectively provide services and activities at the grassroots level.
Carefully evaluate proposals for new facilities in terms of running costs and depreciation, even if offered for free.
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