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2006 Census Community Stories

North Island

 
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Census community stories from the North Island:

Addressing potential skill shortages in Manukau
Auckland libraries service the world
Business growth in Rotorua
Commuting from the countryside
Evacuation planning in Auckland
Franklin encourages cycling to work and play
Getting to know Porirua
Hauraki ageing gracefully
Minimising gambling harm in Tairawhiti
Move to the Country campaign
Planning for the future in Whangarei
Predicting road use in Pukekohe
Regional plans for a healthy future
Thames Coromandel planning for the peak period
The state of Rotorua's environment
Trades training in South Waikato
Travel in the Wellington Region
Water resources for a thirsty Wellington
Water supply planning in Hastings

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