Archive for: Devonport

Devonport Wharf Makeover

Devonport Wharf Makeover

Amazing what some bike stands, a few other amenities and a coat of paint can do for the tired looking Devonport Wharf complex. Even the seagulls are vocal in their...

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Visit Old Devonport Ferry

Visit Old Devonport Ferry

Tomorrow there is a rare chance to look over an historic Devonport ferry. The 106-year old wooden former Devonport ferry the Kelstrel has tied up again at Auckland’s...

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Devonport Wharf Makeover

Devonport Wharf Makeover

At last Devonport wharf is getting a makeover. If ever there was an example of some crazy 80s type construction scheme to put a tacky mall in a heritage suburb’s...

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Other Ferries Get Attention

Other Ferries Get Attention

Auckland Transport is giving less well-known Harbour ferry services attention with an aim to start to boost services other than the popular Waiheke and Devonport...

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Historic Devonport Ferry Returns

Historic Devonport Ferry Returns

The 105-year old wooden former Devonport ferry the Kelstrel has tied up again at Auckland’s waterfront. She is moored at Queens Wharf after coming up from...

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Devonport’s Victoria Re-Opens

Devonport’s Victoria Re-Opens

While a debate continues about the future of the neglected St James in the CBD, Devonport’s Victoria Picture Palace & theatre re-opened today -...

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Making PT Easier

Making PT Easier

A new initiative demystifying Auckland’s public transport system and promoting alternative transport options is being trialed to help local residents who may be...

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Nth Shore Car Pool Trial

Nth Shore Car Pool Trial

Preferential parking for about 68 high occupancy vehicles (HOVs) with two or more people will  be introduced at the Albany Park ‘n Ride busway station and...

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Devonport’s Masonic Tavern: Is It Worth Saving?

Devonport’s Masonic Tavern: Is It Worth Saving?

The future of Devonport’s historic Masonic Tavern is back before the Environmental Court this week and the local noise about it is loud, as you’d expect...

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