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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.

Elections 4 Dec 2024

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?

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.

Community 23 Oct 2024

Whau Local Board member Susan Zhu steps down

Whau Local Board member Susan Zhu has stepped down from her position on the board.

Community 22 Oct 2024

Fred Graham work a tribute to home town

Celebrated artist Fred Graham has unveiled Waiuku - a sculpture honouring the west Franklin town and community.

Workshops 30 Sep 2024

Whau Local Board opens workshops to public

Whau Local Board’s workshops will be open to the public from November.

Community 12 Sep 2024

Records broken at West Auckland citizenship ceremony

Records have been broken with the first citizenship ceremony held at Trusts Arena attended by around 900 people.  

Community 5 Sep 2024

New community lease at Rosebank Domain Park open for consultation

Consultation on a proposed new lease for Rosebank Speedway to continue operation at Rosebank Domain Park is open.

Events

07 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Avondale Chess Club

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

05 Dec 2024 - 13 Feb 2025

Book Chat

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