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Heritage 3 Apr 2023

Museum to acquire historic weathervane from CAC Shot Tower

Tāmaki Paenga Hira / Auckland War Memorial Museum is acquiring the weathervane from Auckland’s last Colonial Ammunition Company Shot Tower.

Environment 21 Mar 2023

Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival is back

Climate action will be top of the agenda when the Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival returns this March. With an impressive programme of events, the aim of the festival is to build awareness and create localised solutions for climate action.

Community 21 Mar 2023

Point Chevalier Little Library pops up

While Point Chevalier Library is out of action, the little library is the neighbourhood's new temporary location that offers a small collection of loan books.

Community 9 Mar 2023

Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa communities Welcoming Communities

Albert-Eden and Puketāpapa local boards partner with central government to pilot settlement programme helping communities create welcoming and inclusive environments for newcomers.

Have your say 6 Mar 2023

Potential Annual Budget impacts on Albert-Eden and Puketāpapa

It’s now more important than ever to tell us what you care about in your area to help with tough decisions on Auckland’s annual budget.

Community 27 Feb 2023

Unsung heroes of Puketāpapa

Puketāpapa’s superheroes swung into swift action amid Auckland’s wild weather.

Community 17 Jan 2023

Dogs - a postie’s best friend?

With the help of the Albert-Eden Local Board Arts Broker and a $3000 local board grant, Postie Mike, A Dog’s Best Friend was published in December 2022.  It is an illustrated children’s book, based on real dogs in the community.

Community 21 Nov 2022

No.3 Roskill Theatre is tops

A little theatre group is quietly gaining momentum and a solid local following thanks to its original content and funding from Puketāpapa Local Board.

Events

28 Mar 2026

Cambodian Cultural Day

Get creative with handmade crafts and create your own unique pieces inspired by Cambodian culture.

28 Mar 2026

Dragon Bonsai Day 2026

Visitors can enjoy cultural performances, discover the philosophy behind this meditative art form...

28 Mar 2026

Eid Whānau Day

Celebrate Eid with our special guest Arifa Afzal! Learn all about the "Fine Feasts" of Eid with...

28 Mar 2026

Illuminate Market 2026

Bring your whānau and friends along to this joyful community event featuring market stalls, delic...

28 Mar 2026

Resilient Voices

Hear firsthand how these remarkable women navigated life-changing journeys, rebuilt their lives,...

28 Mar 2026

Rhythm of Sri Lanka

Enjoy authentic Sri Lankan sweet treats to celebrate the New Year.

28 Mar 2026

Rongoā Māori with Emma Haslam

Be introduced to the world of Rongoā Rākau. This introductory workshop offers insights and practi...

28 Mar 2026

Southeast Asia Festival

Discover the region’s diversity through Heritage Food Festivals, Travel Galore, Cultural Theatre,...