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Visiting Puketāpapa

Exploring Puketāpapa

A Vibrant Tapestry of Neighbourhoods and Natural Landmarks

The Puketāpapa area encompasses a diverse and vibrant set of neighbourhoods including Mt Roskill, Three Kings, Hillsborough, Waikōwhai, Lynfield, Wesley, and parts of New Windsor and Royal Oak. It borders the Manukau Harbour and includes significant landmarks such as Puketāpapa / Mt Roskill and Te Tātua a Riukiuta / Three Kings volcanic cones, as well as green spaces like Keith Hay Park and Monte Cecilia Park. The vibrancy is complimented by businesses around the area. From shopping to enjoying the world on a plate of food to essential services, Puketāpapa business area is widespread including Lynfield, White Swan Road, Stoddard Road, Sandringham Road South, Mt Roskill North, Mt Roskill South, Three Kings, Carr Road, Royal Oak and Hillsborough.

Landmarks & Areas of Interest

  1. Puketāpapa / Mt Roskill – Volcanic cone with scenic views.
  2. Te Tātua a Riukiuta / Three Kings – Another historic volcanic site.
  3. Monte Cecilia Park & Pah Homestead – Art gallery and heritage park.
  4. Keith Hay Park – Major sports and recreation hub.
  5. Waikōwhai Coastal Walkway – Beautiful coastal trail along the Manukau Harbour.
  6. Wesley Market – A popular community market.
  7. Lovelock Track – Historic running track used by legendary athletes.
  8. Lynfield Cove Reserve – A hidden gem for coastal walks.
  9. Greenways Network Paths – Connecting parks and reserves for walking & cycling.
  10. Roskill Youth Zone & Lynfield Youth Centre – Community activity spaces.
Reach Puketāpapa

How to reach

The Puketāpapa area in Auckland is served by a number of key bus routes that connect its neighborhoods with the wider Auckland region. Some of the main bus routes operating in and around the area include:

Route 25B/25L

These frequent buses travel along Dominion Road, one of the primary corridors in the Puketāpapa area.

Route 27H/27W

Connecting Mt Roskill and Three Kings to the city and Mt Eden Roads.

Route 66,67 and 68

These provide east-west connections through suburbs like Hillsborough, Waikowhai, Carr Road and Mt Roskill, and head toward Sylvia Park and Onehunga.

The Auckland Transport (AT) network also includes night buses, school bus routes, and special event services that may pass through or connect near Puketāpapa. You can explore detailed maps and stop-by-stop route planning via the AT Journey Planner:

AT Journey Planner
AT Bus Services Overview

Car Parks

Puketāpapa business areas have free and paid off-street and on-street parking options, including mobility parking, with a range of parking time options. Please be mindful of where you park and the time you need. Avoid being towed (for parking in a clearway or parking too close to a driveway) or earning a parking ticket (for overstaying the time allowance), which would spoil your visit. For more information on parking, please visit https://at.govt.nz/driving-and-parking/find-parking

Keith Hay Park (Mt Roskill)
  • Large car parking available near the sports fields and Cameron Pool & Leisure Centre.
  • Address: 63 Noton Road, Mt Roskill
  • Great for events, sports, and family recreation.
  • Parking near the Pah Homestead (art gallery and café).
  • Offers a scenic setting with views and a historic homestead.
  • Car parks serve both the reserve and nearby facilities like the Fickling Convention Centre and Mt Roskill Library.
  • Includes a children’s playground, sports fields, and is adjacent to Lynfield Leisure Centre which has its own parking.

All these parks are equipped not only with car parks but also playgrounds, sports facilities, and walking/cycling paths. For a full interactive map of Auckland parks (including car park info), you can use the official Auckland Council Park Map

For further accessibility or event-based parking considerations, Auckland Council’s OurAuckland article on Puketāpapa parks provides additional info ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz