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Whau Ward

Whau Ward News

Cultural 29 Jul 2021

Whau Pacific Festival delights

Celebrating three nights of spectacular celebrations and entertainment at the Whau Pacific Festival 2021.

1 Jul 2021

Investment boost for Whau from Recovery Budget

The council’s Governing Body adopted the 10-year Budget (2021-2031) last week which provides for a $31.8 billion capital expenditure programme.

Community 25 Jun 2021

Concept for Avondale Library and Community Hub agreed following feedback

Whau Local Board has approved the finalised concept design for the new Avondale Library and Community Hub, following design changes made following feedback from the public consultation earlier this year.

Plans / Projects 16 Jun 2021

Opanuku Stream bridge repairs on the way

Seven bridges on the Opanuku Stream path in Henderson-Massey are set to have their surfaces replaced in the coming weeks, with the work set to take approximately 10 weeks.

27 May 2021

Community boost with $45,000 of Whau grants awarded

Community organisations in Whau have been boosted to the tune of $45,000 in grants from Whau Local Board.

Plans / Projects 22 Apr 2021

Exciting progress being made in Avondale

The draft designs for the new Avondale library and community hub and upgraded town square are now available for public feedback, and we’re keen to hear your thoughts.

16 Apr 2021

Final meeting for Carter as Chair on home turf

The April Henderson-Massey Local Board Business Meeting is set to be a significant occasion, as it will be the final meeting with Chris Carter and Will Flavell in the Chair and Deputy Chair roles.

Cycling 31 Mar 2021

Delight at Bike Hub Award Win

News that Local Board-funded Ecomatters bike hubs in New Lynn and Henderson have won a National Transport Award at Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency’s On the Go Awards has been met with delight by community leaders.

Whau Ward Events

02 May 2025 - 25 Jul 2025

Te reo conversation club

Practice Te Reo Māori in a relaxed setting with other speakers of the language.

07 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Avondale Chess Club

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

24 May 2025

Regenerative planting design for urban spaces

Join Landscape Architect and author, Nick Robinson, in this landscape and planting design workshop. 

24 May 2025

Stream & BBQ Day

Learn about how stream health affects flooding, and get support for flooding-related issues.

24 May 2025 - 25 May 2025

Braids and Bottlecaps | Creative workshops and exhibition

Bring your friends, cousins and aunties – create small braided artwork for you to treasure or gift!

04 May 2025 - 31 May 2025

Play Our Preludes

These are free concerts for all the family to have fun celebrating the 25th anniversary of NZ Mus...

03 May 2025 - 31 May 2025

Composting Workshops - May

Come and enjoy free workshops offering an introduction to easy ways of composting.

15 Mar 2025 - 15 Jun 2025

Kids Learn to Ride

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