Kia ora,
Cyclone Vaianu was a test and we came though well. Cyclones do change course and this one did, very late in the piece.
However, it was good to see Auckland Emergency Management keep Aucklanders updated, open some evacuation centres and share preparation advice. Over the past week, they shared 20 cyclone-related Facebook posts which had 2.5 million views and gained 6,000 new followers.
So if you are not connected, follow them now on ‘Auckland Emergency Management’ on Facebook or save their website.
You can also download the Albert-Eden Emergency Readiness and Response Plan and Key Contacts so you are prepared should Albert-Eden be hit in the future.
On a bright note, hundreds of activities have been happening as part of the Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa EcoFestival. The last few events are on, and it wraps on Sunday 19th April. Follow them here
Coming up is Morningside Mixtape, a new event that mixes our incredible youth talent, good music and as always some great food. Head along on Sunday 19th from 2-6pm, McDonald St, Morningside. Find more info here.
The western rail line will have level crossings either separated or removed in the future.
While the work is not yet fully funded, Auckland Transport are running drop-in sessions at four locations in the coming weeks: Dear Jane, Café, Mt Albert War Memorial Hall, Kings Plant Barn Café and Crave Café.
More information on the project and you can submit your comments by 20 May here.
Finally, Anzac Day will be commemorated on Saturday 25th April. There are 5 events in the local area either run by, or supported by, the local board:
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Mt Albert War Memorial Hall Civic Service, 773 New North Rd. 9.20am.
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Point Chevalier RSA, Pt Chevalier Bowling Club, 25 Dignan St. 10.30am
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Mt Eden War Memorial Hall, 489 Dominion Rd. 10.55am.
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Marivare Reserve, Ranfurly Rd, Epsom, 11am.
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The Last Post at Sunset, Coyle Park, Point Chevalier. 5.30pm
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Services across Auckland can be found here.
Mā te wā (til next time)
Margi Watson
Albert-Eden Local Board Chair