Greenwoods Corner Epsom Spring Festival 2025
The much-loved Greenwoods Corner Spring Festival is set to return on Saturday 20 September 2025, bringing together locals, visitors, and businesses for a vibrant day of music, food, entertainment, and family fun in the heart of Epsom.
Running from 10am to 3pm at the corner of Manukau and Pah Road, the festival will once again transform Greenwoods Corner into a lively hub of activity – showcasing the very best of Auckland’s community spirit.
Festivalgoers can expect:
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Live music & performances from talented local musicians and cultural groups
Delicious food & drink from local eateries and market stalls
Family-friendly entertainment including rides, roving performers, and kids’ activities
Stalls & specials featuring unique products and offers from local businesses
Prizes & giveaways throughout the day
While the festival will bring back many of the community’s favourite attractions from previous years, 2025 will also introduce new surprises and enhanced experiences to make the event even more memorable.
The festival is proudly organised by the Greenwoods Corner Business Association and is supported by the local business community and the Albert-Eden Local Board. Entry is free, and everyone is welcome.
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Night-time roadworks on SH16
From 23 November to 17 December, stop/go traffic management will be in several locations on SH16 between Mabbett Lane and Restall Road (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am).
Works will include chipsealing and stormwater improvements. There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the area. Click to find out more.
NZCCM Massage and English Programmes
The New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine (NZCCM) offers industry-focused Massage and English programmes that prepare students for professional practice.
Students gain strong Anatomy and Physiology knowledge, hands-on experience in the student clinic, and pathways into health and wellbeing careers. NZCCM actively incorporates tikanga Māori and Te Ao Māori, partnering with local marae for cultural learning and community treatments.
As Auckland’s only provider of Massage diplomas, NZCCM is enrolling now for February 2026 Programmes include the Level 5 Wellness and Relaxation Massage Diploma and the Level 6 Remedial Massage Diploma, both NZQA-approved with intensive block courses. NZCCM also offers NZCEL Level 4 for academic English preparation.
Open Days will be held on 12 December and 23 January.
Contact: 09 580 2376 or auck@chinesemedicine.ac.nz
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Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.1% Yes
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46.9% No
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