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Community 19 Sep 2016

Mount Albert’s new pedestrian link bridge is open

A number of local residents joined Mayor Len Brown and the Albert-Eden Local Board on Saturday to mark a special occasion – the opening of the Mount Albert pedestrian link bridge.

Housing 15 Sep 2016

Latest update on the Three Kings quarry housing development

A proposed housing development on the site of the former Three Kings quarry by Fletcher Residential has been gaining media attention in recent weeks and has culminated in a community meeting.

Environment 24 Aug 2016

Growing healthy neighbourhoods

Albert-Eden Local Board’s latest sustainability initiative has encouraged communities to form ‘econeighbourhoods’.

Community 1 Aug 2016

Point Chev Plaza makeover complete

The square's slippery tiles have been replaced and there is a larger space for public events.

Arts 27 Jul 2016

The story behind a well-known sculpture

Watch a video about the history of 'Opened Stone', which once stood outside the city's art gallery.

Community 26 Jul 2016

How to reduce your local ecological footprint

A sustainability initiative is encouraging communities to form 'eco-neighbourhoods' to reduce their ecological footprint.

Environment 14 Jul 2016

Restoring one of Auckland's rarest ecosystems

You wouldn’t know it, but a council property on Epsom’s Almorah Rd harbours one of the rarest ecosystems in Auckland.

Community 29 Jun 2016

Culture and community supported by grant

One family fun day received a boost from community grant funding. Apply for a grant to support your own community initiative, project or event.

Events

12 Jan 2026 - 14 Sep 2026

Travelling Pump Track

Bring your bikes, scooters and skateboards and get ready to zoom around the new modular pump track!

05 Feb 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Postnatal & baby yoga

Classes focus on gently rebuilding strength, easing tension, and supporting your postnatal recove...

26 Oct 2025 - 22 Oct 2026

Read, snack, repeat - Teen Book Club

Come along to our Teen Book Club and you can enjoy free snacks, borrow the latest teen fiction &...