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Whau Ward News

Heritage 3 Apr 2025

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.

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.

Whau Ward Events

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!

15 Mar 2025 - 15 Jun 2025

Kids Learn to Ride

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

13 Apr 2025

Tāmaki’s urban food futures

Participants will be taken on a journey through the roots of our food system crisis to the possib...

13 Apr 2025

Weave your own kono

Learn appropriate tikanga when harvesting and weaving harakeke.

14 Apr 2025 - 24 Apr 2025

Dinosaur Discovery at Auckland Libraries

Explore ancient eggs, and learn about prehistoric giants that once roamed the Earth.

14 Apr 2025 - 26 Apr 2025

April School Holidays - Avondale Library

Exciting school holiday workshops: clay work, crafts, baking, and more!

16 Apr 2025

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.

29 Apr 2025 - 08 Jun 2025

The Big Bike Film Night 2025

Bringing the best short cycling films from around the world together for you.