Activation in Mt Albert Towncentre Project

THE JOURNEY

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The Mural project is part of a wider initiative community-led approach to revitalising the Mt. Albert Town Centre. Auckland Council Community Wellbeing team have been supportive of business connection efforts and community-led activation, with a focus on inclusive engagement and placemaking to increase the vibrancy of the town centre.

Key objectives of this work:

-Enhance the vibrancy and energy of Mt Albert Town Centre through creative events and public art.

-Celebrate local identity by commissioning visual artworks that reflect local stories, landscapes, and cultural diversity.

-Collaborative approach with local board, Arts Broker to explore other current and -planned activations, with a joined-up approach to town centre activation. This would include live music and other initiatives

Mural Project in Mt Albert Town centre 2025

Created and organised by local creative Ron Crummer in collaboration with Mt Albert Community Club. Funded by Albert Eden Local Board.

The mural enhances a vibrant and energetic feel to the town centre. Focusing on an inclusive approach community-led activation project. Utilising local creatives, telling local stories through visually stimulating artworks.

The mural is called “Journey” suggesting the unfolding and continuing story of Mt Albert. Inspired by its landscape, history and diverse people.