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Community 15 Aug 2024

Puketāpapa shines a light on local volunteers

A total of 26 volunteers were recently recognised for their commitment to the Puketāpapa community during an awards celebration at Fickling Convention Centre.

Akl Paths 8 Aug 2024

Part of Puketāpapa tracks a step closer to reopening

The 10-kilometre coastal track that borders eight reserves and wraps around Lynfield, Waikōwhai and Hillsborough, is being restored in stages following extensive damage from 2023’s adverse weather.

Festival postponed to October 2025
Festival 15 Jul 2024

Festival now a few more moons away

Due to unforeseen circumstances Dominion Road Moon Festival is postponed until 2025.

Cleaning up our environment 15 Jul 2024

Chopper action makes space for water

Helicopter back-up has been called in to rescue Lynfield’s Wairaki Stream from debris and blockages.

Community 11 Jul 2024

Puketāpapa gets $13+ million boost

This investment was approved by Puketāpapa Local Board to support the board’s goals outlined in its 2023 plan, which prioritises local outcomes and aligns with the Auckland Plan.

Libraries 27 Jun 2024

Library services go mod in Pt Chev

A new modern, modular building will be located at the intersection of Great North and Point Chevalier roads, at the site of the old library to provide a better option for Pt Chev library goers.

Council news 21 Jun 2024

First of three projects ticked off Mt Roskill’s ‘shovel-ready’ list

Watercare has completed the first of three ‘shovel-ready’ projects in its $95 million plan to improve water services in Mt Roskill and the surrounding suburbs..

Community 20 Jun 2024

Praising Puketāpapa's champions

Nominations are open for your favourite Puketāpapa volunteer.

Events

05 Dec 2025 - 22 Dec 2025

Christmas Lights 2025

This December, MOTAT shines bright once again as our museum grounds, heritage buildings and trams...

06 Aug 2025 - 20 Dec 2026

Sandringham Community Playgroup

Stay for as little or as long as you like, on whichever days you prefer.

31 Jan 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Digital Help Drop-Ins

Drop in to our sessions with a tech query for some one-on-one digital coaching!

20 Apr 2024 - 07 Jun 2026

Taimoana | Coastlines: Art in Aotearoa

Taimoana | Coastlines explores the art of Aotearoa New Zealand, locating it within Te Moana-nui-a...

09 Feb 2024 - 01 Feb 2026

The Robertson Gift: Paths through Modernity

Featuring 49 paintings, prints, drawings and sculpture, the exhibition also includes visitor favo...

06 Dec 2025

Ōwairaka and Wesley Community Day

The Community Day offers an excellent opportunity for individuals of all ages and abilities to co...

06 Dec 2025

Special Christmas Celebration Invitation

Come meet our special secret Christmas guest, enjoy stories, play fun games...Win prizes!!

09 Aug 2025 - 13 Dec 2025

Tamariki Time

Dance and sing, share a story with us and enjoy some fun action rhymes and cool times at your fav...