Albert-Eden Local Board

07/09/2026

Make Space is the activation programme next to the new Maungawhau Station - and you can sign up to the newsletter to find out about new events such as the Skate Station starting on 19 September and markets from 20 September 🛹 🍜

Registrations via the link ✅

https://tinyurl.com/ym9pmkyk

Make Space is bringing life to the land around Maungawhau Station prior to it being developed. Over time you’ll see a Bike Hub, weekly markets, a wheels zone, artworks, planting, and community events. 

03/09/2026

Art Blast is back for 2027 🎨

Following last year’s debut, the event is returning to the Rocket Park next summer 🚀

As we plan for the event, we’re after applications for:

✅Local artist activations/performer/workshops.
✅Local artist market stalls.
✅Local food stalls.

Expressions of Interest close on Monday 19 October 2026

Apply via the link

https://engage.ubiquity.co.nz/forms/r8mqrvxn9qcn97mc13hg7wc2s80gljsth3w4c_v4ptf0km9b3cxy374qjjl0

02/09/2026

FREE cat desexing and microchipping – limited vouchers available

We're supporting the Snip ‘n’ Chip campaign for cat owners in selected postcodes across our board area.

If you live near threatened species sites, you may be eligible for a FREE voucher to desex and microchip your cat.

Already desexed? You can still get a voucher for microchipping only.

✅ Check your eligibility via the link by entering your postcode – vouchers are limited in each area!

https://desexing.spca.nz/

01/09/2026

🚉 Auckland Transport is replacing rail crossings across Auckland to allow more trains to run while keeping traffic moving and making it safer to get around your community.

Along the rail line from Kingsland to Swanson, AT are investigating options for replacing the 21 western rail crossings with safer connections to be ready for more trains.

Check out the upcoming engagement dates in September.

https://at.govt.nz/projects-initiatives/rail-crossings-programme/western-rail-crossings

28/08/2026

Mount Albert’s Chamberlain Park will be home to a new shared path, connecting with the North Western cycleway, as part of a wider suite of transport upgrades locked in for Albert-Eden for 2026-2029.

The new path will start at Rawalpindi Reserve, connecting Rawalpindi St to the North Western cycleway 🚴

Mount Albert’s Chamberlain Park will be home to a new shared path.

27/08/2026

Have your say on proposed changes to the Auckland Unitary Plan – the city’s planning rulebook for where and how new homes and businesses can be built.

Plan Change 120 (PC120) proposes changes to Auckland’s planning rules that aim to better protect people and property from floods and other natural hazards, while providing significant capacity for more housing and greater housing choice in well-connected locations.

Submissions close at 5pm on 24 September 2026.

Government changes to PC120

26/08/2026

The Sunday Shift takes place on the second Sunday of every month at Epsom Library for a morning of repairing, reusing and learning.

Bring along your clothes or bike for free repairs and safety checks, discover new skills, and borrow a book.

Upcoming dates:
13 September • 11 October • 8 November • 13 December

24/08/2026

🌊 Auckland Council's Policy, Planning and Development Committee has approved Watercare's updated Drought Management Plan, which outlines how Auckland will prepare for and respond to extended dry periods.

With an expected El Niño to bring drier-than-normal conditions to Auckland over spring and summer, here’s the latest:

✔️ Auckland's water storage is currently 94 per cent full.
✔️ Storage levels are almost 10 per cent above the historical average for this time of year.
✔️ Water restrictions are unlikely this summer.
✔️ Auckland uses about 440 million litres of water a day on average.
✔️ Demand can rise by up to 100 million litres on hot, dry days.

Aucklanders can head into summer with confidence, with the region's water storage sitting well above average and water restrictions unlikely.

21/08/2026

🚶‍➡️ 🚶‍♀️‍➡️ From 24 August to 29 September, Waterview’s Howlett Reserve track will be undergoing a major upgrade, including a new concrete pathway, reconstruction of 585 metres of track, drainage improvements and safety barriers.

During this time the track will be closed for safety, signage and barriers will be in place.

These improvements will help create a safer, and more resilient track for the community to enjoy.