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Whau Ward

Whau Ward News

Have your say 21 Mar 2025

Annual Plan: How West Auckland Local Boards are shaping your community

Out west, the Henderson-Massey, Waitākere Ranges and Whau Local Boards are shaping plans that will influence everything from community services to environmental initiatives.

Elections 6 Mar 2025

Want women to have an equal voice? Stand in Auckland's local elections

When it comes to speaking up, her-story shows that a woman’s voice can be powerful enough to make waves that change the world.

Transport 27 Feb 2025

South Lynn crossing to be modified

A raised crossing on South Lynn Road is set to be modified to address impacts on nearby homes, following discussions between residents and Whau Local Board

Community 11 Feb 2025

Whau park gifted dual Māori name

Tiakina was gifted by local iwi Te Kawerau ā Maki, creating the dual name of Tiakina / Sister Rene Shadbolt Park.

Community 31 Jan 2025

Welcoming communities to the Whau

The Whau Local Board area welcomes many new residents year-round, including migrants, refugees and international students.

Elections 17 Jan 2025

Who’ll be in to win Auckland’s Elections 2025?

Now’s the time to start considering standing in Auckland’s 2025 elections. With summer holidays just around the corner, could a role in Auckland’s leadership be the new year resolution for you?

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 9 Dec 2024

New tool to help the Whau prepare for emergencies agreed

A new plan is set to empower the Whau community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Community 21 Nov 2024

Whau Local Board welcomes Valeria Gascoigne

Valeria Gascoigne has joined Whau Local Board following the resignation of former member Susan Zhu.

Whau Ward Events

23 Mar 2025 - 13 Apr 2025

English Conversation Corners

Join our qualified English teacher, Ingrid on Sundays.

04 Mar 2025 - 25 Nov 2025

Textile Tuesday

Bring your own project, browse new craft books and learn from others along the way.

03 Dec 2024 - 02 Dec 2025

Wriggle & Rhyme - Avondale Library

Come on down to the library with your pepi and tamariki for our Wriggle and Rhyme sessions!

02 Apr 2025

Mini gimbap (ggoma gimbap) making for kids

Join us for a delicious hands-on workshop, where kids can learn to make mini gimbap (ggoma gimbap...

30 Jan 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Rhyme time with stories

Join our rhyme time sessions with stories, songs, and movements.

07 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Avondale Chess Club

Join us every Friday after school for a fun and friendly chess session.

05 Apr 2025

Food truck summer series: Manuka Park

Get ready to dive into a world of flavours as the best food trucks in town come together to serve...

05 Apr 2025

Friendly fermented foods

Join Irene Margolis in this practical introductory workshop on fermentation.