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Climate action 15 Aug 2024

Mt Roskill Library switches to solar

Local library and adjoining Fickling Convention Centre in Mt Roskill gets renewable energy boost thanks to central government’s Community Renewable Energy Fund.

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.

Environment news 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..

Events

12 Jul 2026

Puketāpapa Manu Aute Kite Day

Enjoy games, workshops and activities and bring your own kite to fly or watch some of the large-s...

13 Jul 2026

Harakeke at Epsom Library

Learn to weave harakeke here at Epsom Library!

13 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

Ngā Pātaki mā Matariki

Kōrero about Matariki in our kaupapa Māori space with our Māori research specialists.

14 Jul 2026

Kids' star craft

Kids will learn simple weaving techniques using bright multi-colour yarn to create a beautiful st...

15 Jul 2026

Mānawatia a Matariki

Come along for storytelling from different cultures, performances, workshops and kai.

19 Jul 2026

LIVE Day: Weather Science

Uncover the stories of the weather-related stars in the Matariki cluster, Waipunarangi and Ururangi.

01 Aug 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Gently Loved Markets - Curvy

Grab your favourite fabric bag and come have a plus size preloved treasure hunt with us.

09 Aug 2026

Learn to draw winter veges

A workshop that will guide you to draw a beautiful botanical subject with clarity, accuracy and c...