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Legends of the West celebrates local heritage
The 2025 West Auckland Heritage Conference is themed Legends of the West: The People Who Have Influenced Our Heritage.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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?

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.
Whau Ward Events

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

Kids Learn to Ride
An opportunity to learn tips and tricks to practice with your kids at home.

Tāmaki’s urban food futures
Participants will be taken on a journey through the roots of our food system crisis to the possib...


Dinosaur Discovery at Auckland Libraries
Explore ancient eggs, and learn about prehistoric giants that once roamed the Earth.

April School Holidays - Avondale Library
Exciting school holiday workshops: clay work, crafts, baking, and more!

Creative kids: Make your own bath bombs
This will be a fun, hands-on workshop and a chance to work with a natural skincare professional.

The Big Bike Film Night 2025
Bringing the best short cycling films from around the world together for you.