New library, community hub and town square upgrade

Located in the heart of the town centre, the hub will include library spaces and flexible multi-use spaces that can host a variety of community events whether they be inside or outside.

The concept plan was approved by the Whau Local Board in June 2021. Since then, the design teamhas been busily working on the design and planning of this exciting community hub. In 2022, we brought a contractor on board for early involvement in the planning of the delivery of the building. This enables us to get early advice on the construction of the building to support efficient delivery.

The next phase is the developed design which means we’ll progress options for the building façade materials, the location of the infrastructure (electrical cables, water connections etc.), amongst other aspects before we move towards lodging for resource consent. The construction of 30 additional car parking spaces to support access to the services and events at the Hub is scheduled for a 2023 completion.

Auckland Council’s Annual Budget has provided certainty on the level and timing of funding available as we continue to progress towards a 2023/2024 construction date.

The location incorporates the row of shops at 1971-1987 Great North Road and part of Central Reserve. The local board approved this location as it offers the best long-term outcomes for Avondale, including the ability for the new facility to be integrated with an upgrade of the town square.

We're delivering this project with Auckland Council and in partnership with mana whenua.