Step back in time with the Blockhouse Bay Historical Society and discover the story of Armanasco House, the heart and home of our society.
This beautifully restored Kauri farmhouse is not just a building; it’s a living piece of Blockhouse Bay’s past. Built in 1890 by Italian immigrant Stefano Armanasco and his wife Maria, it served as the family’s farm homestead for decades.
Blockhouse Bay residents, especially those in Heaphy Street and Donovan Street have had their roads dug up and closed off, on and off since October 2023.
The Heaphy Street section was finally completed on 30 April 2025
A final piece of Watercare’s $115 million new watermain carrying water to west and central Auckland was slotted into place on 30 April 2025 after a six-year construction effort spanning seven suburbs.
Friends and Kaitiaki of Blockhouse Bay newly formed volunteer group
Remembering local musician, piano teacher and West Auckland Student Performers Group convenor Betty Noffke.
Kainga Ora development plan Bolton Street update
Blockhouse Bay Library closure to undergo building works
Temporary pontoon structure from Sandy Bay to power pylon for maintenance work
The Iona Scout Group commenced in 1959 - the same year the Auckland Harbour Bridge opened. At this time, Blockhouse Bay was undergoing numerous new developments: housing, roads and schools. Blockhouse Bay Intermediate was established the same year. Lynfield College had opened the year before in 1958
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