The construction barriers went up at 981 Mount Eden Road a few months ago, and locals have been wondering what’s happening at the old site. Come July 2025, Three Kings residents won’t just have a new business in the neighborhood—they’ll have a revolutionary facility that’s about to transform how Auckland thinks about golf, community, and urban recreation.
A New Heartbeat for Three Kings
Three Kings has always been a neighborhood in transition. Nestled between Mount Eden and Onehunga, it’s watched Auckland grow around it while maintaining its unique local character. Now, The Range 24/7 is bringing something entirely new to Mount Eden Road—a 24-hour golf facility that promises to become as much a community hub as it is a sports venue.
“We chose Three Kings specifically,” explains the team behind The Range 24/7. “It’s central, accessible, and has that perfect mix of families, professionals, and students who’ve been telling us for years they want to play golf but can’t fit it into traditional hours.”
More Than Just Another Business
While Auckland has seen its share of new developments, The Range 24/7 represents something different. This isn’t about adding another retail space or apartment complex. It’s about creating a facility that actively enhances neighborhood life.
Consider the ripple effects:
Economic Vitality: A 24/7 operation means constant activity on Mount Eden Road. Late-night workers grabbing coffee after a session. Early morning players stopping for breakfast at local cafes. The kind of round-the-clock foot traffic that keeps neighborhoods vibrant and safe.
Community Connection: In an era where Aucklanders increasingly work from home, The Range 24/7 offers a third space—neither home nor office—where neighbors can connect over shared interests, regardless of their schedules.
Property Values: International studies consistently show that innovative recreational facilities boost surrounding property values. Three Kings is about to become even more desirable for families and professionals seeking lifestyle amenities within walking distance.
Solving Auckland’s Recreation Challenge
Auckland faces a unique challenge. We’re a growing city with limited space and increasingly diverse work schedules. Traditional sports facilities—operating dawn to dusk—serve only a fraction of our population. Shift workers, parents with young children, professionals with demanding careers—many Aucklanders have simply given up on regular recreation.
The Range 24/7 flips this model entirely. By leveraging advanced simulator technology featuring GSPro’s stunning 4K courses, they’re fitting a world-class golf experience into an urban footprint. No sprawling fairways needed. No weather delays. No restricted hours.
Technology Meets Community
What makes this particularly exciting for Three Kings is how technology enables community building rather than replacing it. The facility’s app doesn’t just book tee times—it connects neighbors with similar skill levels, organizes local leagues, and creates micro-communities within the larger neighborhood.
Imagine a Three Kings business league playing virtual Pebble Beach at 6 AM. Local parents meeting for 10 PM sessions after bedtime routines. University students from nearby campuses practicing at 2 AM during exam season. The facility becomes a 24-hour community center where golf is the common language.
Environmental Innovation
In a city increasingly conscious of its environmental footprint, The Range 24/7 represents sustainable recreation. No water-intensive grass maintenance. No chemical fertilizers. No petrol-powered maintenance equipment. Just clean, efficient, indoor recreation that operates with a fraction of traditional golf’s environmental impact.
This aligns perfectly with Auckland Council’s vision for sustainable urban development. Three Kings gets a world-class recreational facility without sacrificing green space or environmental values.
The Accessibility Revolution
Perhaps most importantly for the neighborhood, The Range 24/7 democratizes a sport often seen as exclusive. Traditional golf clubs can intimidate newcomers with dress codes, expensive memberships, and unwritten social rules. This new facility removes those barriers.
A teenager from Three Kings can learn golf alongside a CEO from Remuera. A night-shift nurse can practice at 3 AM without anyone batting an eye. The virtual environment means beginners can learn without the pressure of holding up play on a real course. Golf becomes truly accessible to everyone in the community.
What This Means for Local Businesses
The 24/7 model creates unprecedented opportunities for surrounding businesses. Late-night food trucks have a new customer base. Local cafes might extend hours to catch the early morning golf crowd. Physiotherapists and sports massage therapists find new clients focused on improving their game.
This isn’t speculation—it’s a pattern seen globally where 24-hour fitness facilities have transformed neighborhood economies. Three Kings is positioned to become a destination, not just a suburb.
Looking Forward
As construction continues on Mount Eden Road, Three Kings stands at the threshold of something special . The Range 24/7 isn’t just bringing golf to the neighborhood—it’s bringing a new model for urban recreation that puts community needs first.
For current residents, this means new amenities, increased property values, and a more vibrant local economy. For potential residents, Three Kings just became significantly more attractive. For Auckland as a whole, it’s a glimpse of how smart development can enhance rather than overwhelm existing communities.
The revolution isn’t just about golf. It’s about reimagining how urban neighborhoods can thrive when businesses align with community needs rather than fighting against them. Three Kings is about to show Auckland what’s possible when innovation meets intention.
Come July 2025, when those doors open for the first time—and never close again—Three Kings won’t just have a new golf facility. It’ll have a new community heartbeat, pulsing 24/7 with the energy of neighbors pursuing their passions on their own schedules.
Welcome to the future of urban recreation. It’s happening right here in Three Kings.
Want to be part of Three Kings’ golf revolution? Join The Range 24/7’s VIP list at www.therange247.co.nz and be among the first to experience what’s coming to your neighborhood. Because great communities aren’t built by accident—they’re built by neighbors with vision.
