Puketāpapa Local Board

13/06/2026

The Taylors Bay Road Reserve stairs are out of action while we build new ones.

This mahi should be done by 30 June 😊

11/06/2026

🚧 May Road Booster Pump Station – investigation works

Watercare is carrying out short-term investigation works on May Road to support planning and design for infrastructure improvements.

From Friday, 12 June for approximately 4 days, 10am – 3pm daily

Traffic changes: Days 1–2
• Northbound lane closure on May Road
• Restricted turns to and from Glynn Street
• 119A driveway: left-in / left-out only

Days 3–4
• Bus lane closure during work hours

Public transport:
• Nearby bus stop temporarily relocated closer to 111 May Road
• Traffic staff on site to assist passengers

Access and parking:
• Some on-street parking will be temporarily restricted
• Pedestrian access maintained, with possible short waits or detours

10/06/2026

Last week Te Pou o Rongo was welcomed to the Mount Roskill Library Community Hub 💛 📚

Born from the Ngā Herenga Waka project, Te Pou o Rongo carries the stories of cultures, identity, and belonging - and is carved from kauri by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei master carvers, connecting more than 200 community stories.

Te Pou o Rongo stands proud in our library, come and visit 👋

09/06/2026

Stronger together 🤝

What started as a coffee catch-up in January has grown into a strong partnership between the Wesley & RYZ Centre and the Pacific Responsiveness Team.

Together, we’ve delivered recruitment events, driver licensing programmes, and community celebrations in Mt Roskill – creating connections and helping our communities feel safe.

Here’s to continuing this journey with New Zealand Police 💙

08/06/2026

The iconic Puketāpapa Manu Aute Kite Day is back! 🪁

BYO kite or enjoy the display ones soaring high 🌬️

📍Join us on Sunday 12 July at Puketāpapa / Mount Roskill Summit

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

04/06/2026

Te Pūtea Whakangao Whakaurunga Tākaro me Ngā Mahi ā Te Rehia Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund is open.

Do you have a sport or recreation facility project that could help get more Aucklanders active?

This fund supports the development of community sport and recreation facilities across Tāmaki Makaurau.

Funding can support:
✅New sport and recreation facilities
✅Facility renewals and upgrades
✅Projects that respond to changing community needs

Key dates:
Applications close: 19 June 2026, with funding decisions announced in December 2026

Before applying, organisations are encouraged to read the investment fund guidelines to understand eligibility requirements, funding criteria, the application process, and accountability requirements.

https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/en/grants-community-support-housing/grants/grants-calendar/sport-and-recreation-facilities-investment-fund.html

03/06/2026

🚧 Watermain upgrades for Revel Avenue

Watercare is replacing watermains along Revel Ave, Mount Roskill.

Key details:
• Start date: June 3rd, 2026.
• Duration: 8–10 weeks (weather permitting).
• Day hours: 7am – 5pm.
• Night hours: 2-4 nights of work (8pm – 5am)

During this time there will be minor traffic delays, standard daytime construction noise, and short, planned water shutdowns during the scheduled night shifts.

👇 (See map below for exact work locations)

01/06/2026

Waikōwhai Park will be closed on from June 3 – 5 as we’ve got the helicopter in action for our tracks repair mahi.

Thanks for your patience over this time 🙏

30/05/2026

The winter Out & About season is almost here – kicking off on Monday at the Fickling Convention Centre 🏑