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The Grey Lynn community is well-connected place. Many people volunteer to create the vibrant community. Their are many places that locals can gather Grey Lynn Community Centre: Grey Lynn Car Boot Market, Grey Lynn Farmers Market. Interested in community matters - join the Grey Lynn Residents Association or Business Association.
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Community Updates
Wai-a-te-Ao Bullock Track – Ecological Restoration
Wai-a-te-Ao Bullock Track Restoration The Auckland Central Branch of Forest and Bird has a vision is to create an urban oasis where we can learn, enjoy and respect the natural world in the Inner city suburbs. This area is one you may not really notice – as you drive up and down the Bullock Track.…
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Why is the Grey Lynn RSC not an RSA?
The Grey Lynn Returned Services Club (RSC) occupies a building with a rich history. In 1902, the building housed the Grey Lynn School, known then as Richmond Hall, before a new school was built in Surrey Crescent. Following its time as a school, the Richmond Hall transitioned into a picture theatre and later served as…
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Winter Planting: Grey Lynn Ecological Restoration Projects May 2025
Late Autumn is the perfect time for planting, weeding. Consequently there are 3 working local bees in the next few weeks. The best time to plant native plants in Auckland is generally during the cooler months, from May to early Spring This allows plants to establish their roots before the hotter, drier summer months. After…
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Stewart Forsyth – Pollinator Paths and Predator Free Grey Lynn
Stewart Forsyth stands as a driving force behind Predator Free Grey Lynn. As the local community trapping coordinator, he is deeply involved in the ongoing mission to rid the Grey Lynn and Arch Hill areas of introduced predators like rats and possums. At its heart, Predator Free Grey Lynn aims to safeguard and enrich native…
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Alex Bonham – Grey Lynn Local, Waitemata Local Board Member
Alex Bonham: A Voice for Grey Lynn’s Vibrant Community Grey Lynn, with its leafy streets, bustling cafes, and strong sense of community, is our special corner of Auckland. At the heart of advocating for this unique inner-city suburb is Alex Bonham, a dedicated member of the Waitematā Local Board. Alex Bonham’s connection to Grey Lynn…
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Mike Howie and Freida Margolis
Mike Howie is the owner of Freida Margolis, a laid-back neighborhood bar located at 440 Richmond Road in Grey Lynn, Auckland. He established the bar in 2012 in the former butcher shop called “West Lynn Organic Meats,” the sign of which still hangs outside. Freida Margolis is known for its eclectic and unpretentious atmosphere, offering…
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Great North Road Update Progress
Project background – Auckland Transport Great North Road is a major Auckland corridor, carrying large numbers of people in and out of the City Centre. The area is changing, with more residential apartments being built. Around the project’s section of Great North Road, the population is expected to grow approximately 24% by 2031. Improved access…
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Grey Lynn RSC: Anzac Day 2025
Our Grey Lynn Returned Services Club, a stalwart of the community is buzzing with activity. Anzac Day is just a few days away. Very late, last Thursday night, after month’s of glorious summer weather, Auckland’s weather changed. A heavy thunderstorm was forecast as part of Cyclone Tam. During the night a section of the roof,…
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Project Uplift: Drop Off Point at the ReUse Market
Project Uplift is a New Zealand-based charity that collects new and gently used bras and distributes them to women in need, primarily in the Pacific Islands but also within New Zealand and other parts of the world. We are big fans of the work of Project Uplift and are aware unitl now there has been…
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