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MAUNGAWHAU WORKS   The Authority will be undertaking works to stabilise the old Batger Quarry retaining wall located on the south-western flank of Maungawhau / Mt Eden   READ MORE

16th April 2026

Maungawhau / Mt Eden Batger Quarry Wall stabilisation works- Phase 2

The Authority will be undertaking works to stabilise the old Batger Quarry retaining wall located on the south-western flank of Maungawhau / Mt Eden.  

In the late 19th century (1800–1899), scoria and basalt rock were quarried from the site.

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11th April 2026

Tūpuna Maunga Network to closed due to potential weather distruption

All Tūpuna Maunga will be closed from regular closing time the evening of Saturday 11 April until morning of Monday 13 April pending weather conditions.

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10th April 2026

Weather Advisory for Sunday 12 April, 2026

Weather Advisory

Severe weather is expected across the North Island on Sunday 12 April, including strong winds and periods of heavy rain that may create hazardous conditions such as falling trees and debris.

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16th February 2026

Maungawhau / Mt Eden bollard replacement

The Authority will be installing a new automatic gate to replace the existing bollards which, have reached the end of their service life. The Authority has successfully installed automatic gates on other Tūpuna Maunga (ancestral mountains), including Takarunga / Mt Victoria.

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13th October 2025 |
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Takarunga / Mt Victoria Tennis Court and Bus Parking Upgrades

The Tūpuna Maunga Authority will be undertaking upgrade work on the dilapidated tennis courts and create a dedicated visitor bus drop-off area at Takarunga / Mt Victoria. The works seek to improve accessibility and the manuhiri (visitor) experience.

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6th October 2025

Protecting the Tūpuna Maunga: Fire Safety Closures Return for 2025

The Tūpuna Maunga Authority is reminding Aucklanders that protecting the Tūpuna Maunga (ancestral mountains) from fire is a year-round responsibility, with extra precautions in place around Guy Fawkes.

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30th June 2025 |
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Love Your Maunga – Matariki at Māngere Mountain

The Tūpuna Maunga Authority, with the support from the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board, invites the community to the third and final of our inaugural ‘Love Your Maunga’ hāngī fundraiser event series on Saturday, 28 June 2025. The last of the 24/25 series in time for Matariki.

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30th June 2025 |
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Tūpuna Maunga Research Scholarship 2025/2026 Opens for Applications

The Tūpuna Maunga Authority is now inviting applications for its 2025/2026 research scholarship. Open to students across all disciplines, the scholarship offers up to $10,000 to support research that deepens understanding of the ancestral mountains of Tāmaki Makaurau and helps protect their cultural and environmental values.

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27th May 2025 |
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Mahi on the Maunga 2025- plant natives with the Tūpuna Maunga this winter

This winter, why not take part in something meaningful? Join the Tūpuna Maunga Authority this planting season and help return endangered native ecosystems to the ancestral Maunga of Tāmaki Makaurau.

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13th May 2025 |
  • Capital Works

Ōtāhuhu / Mt Richmond playground renewal

The Authority will be undertaking works to reinstate the playspace at Ōtāhuhu / Mt Richmond, starting in mid-May. The previous playground was destroyed by a fallen tree during the Auckland storms in early 2023.

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31st March 2025 |
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  • Capital Works

Ōhuiarangi / Pigeon Mountain upgrades

The Tūpuna Maunga Authority will be undertaking works at Ōhuiarangi / Pigeon Mountain to upgrade the tihi (summit), secondary tracks, and undertake various perimeter improvement works starting April 2025.

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7th March 2025 |
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Love Your Maunga – celebrating Tūpuna Maunga, mātauranga Māori, and the community

Get ready for a day of fun, knowledge sharing, and kai! The Tūpuna Maunga Authority, with the support of the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board, is excited to invite everyone to the second Love Your Maunga community event on Saturday, March 22, 2025.

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