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Youth / Rangatahi 17 Sep 2021

Nominations open for Puketāpapa’s Community Volunteer Awards

We are looking forward to recognising the mahi that makes a real difference to our people and our places.

Environment 17 Sep 2021

Getting behind biodiversity in Albert-Eden

Biodiversity-focused volunteer groups from Ponsonby to Pt Chevalier and Maungawhau to Ōwairaka now get support from Urban Ark coordinators thanks to funding support from Albert-Eden Local Board.

Community 26 Aug 2021

Puketāpapa plaque material swapped following vandalism

A spate of brass memorial plaque thefts from the Puketapapa Local board area will lead to the use of anodised aluminium in replacement plaques to deter future vandalism and theft.

Playgrounds 27 Jul 2021

Playground renewal welcomed at Keith Hay Park

Children can now get even more out of their time at Keith Hay Park thanks to the renewed playground at the southern end of the park, funded by Puketāpapa Local Board.

15 Jul 2021

New citizens welcomed in their local community

New citizens were welcomed with joy and celebration into the Puketāpapa community at a citizenship ceremony held after a long hiatus due to the COVID–19 pandemic.

Environment 8 Jun 2021

Auckland Council votes to protect Mount Eden pōhutukawa

A prominent pōhutukawa that could have been at risk after being omitted from the Notable Trees Schedule in error will now be protected.

25 May 2021

Results announced in the Albert-Eden Local Board (Maungawhau subdivision) by-election

Will McKenzie has won the election for the Albert-Eden Local board (Maungawhau subdivision) with 2768 votes.

24 May 2021

Local board wins stricter alcohol rules for new Puketāpapa off-licence

Puketāpapa Local Board has been working to reduce alcohol harm in our community, in line with the Healthy Puketāpapa Action Plan, and recently succeeded in winning stricter rules for a new off-licence.

Events

16 May 2026 - 27 Dec 2026

LEGO Club - Mt Albert

Create awesome LEGO masterpieces in a safe fun environment.

02 May 2026 - 27 Jun 2026

Storytime - Mt Roskill Library

Enjoy stories read by a librarian. Ideal for preschoolers aged 3-5 years.

24 May 2026

Better banking and everyday money tips

A free workshop on how to keep your money safe and easy ways to manage your finances.

17 May 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Tamariki Book Club

Join the adventure. Build your confidence in a safe and inclusive space at our book club.

08 Feb 2026 - 13 Dec 2026

Sunday Board Game

Try something new, bring your own favorite game, or just join in the fun.

19 May 2026 - 30 May 2028

Adult story time - Mt Albert

Come along and enjoy inclusive stories, music, movement and connection.

12 May 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Social Gaming

Board games and books, drop in and chill out.

21 Apr 2026 - 30 Jun 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Mt Roskill

A fun and free programme for ages 0-18 months.