On Sunday July 13 2008 an enthusiastic team of about 20 local residents planted over 200 Council-provided trees and shrubs either side of the Silver Stream at the back of the Play Centre in Silverstream Road. The area is adjacent to the Dog Exercise area so it was appropriate that a few local dogs also joined in the fun. Now we can all enjoy watching the plants grow and seeing the beautiful bush extend right down to the stream.

A photo gallery is below.

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Rainbow coloured dolphins on the railway underpass near the Ngaio town hall are a surprise for passers by. The mural is part of an OnTrack, Keep New Zealand Beautiful and Resene anti-tagging project.

Alan and Gill Curtiss put the finishing touches to the dolphins on Collingwood Street underpass.

Ngaio School held a very successful centenary in 2008. The weather was cold but fine. Lots of friendships were re-kindled and there was much laughter. The centenary book which is full of stories and recollections, and wonderful photos of “old Ngaio” is available from the Ngaio School Office (or email info@ngaio.school.nz) for $20. The NPA will be giving a seat to the school to mark the occasion.