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Whau Ward

Whau Ward News

24 Sep 2020

Saunders Reserve decision revoked

Whau Local Board has revoked a decision made in the previous term to revoke the reserve status at Saunders Reserve following a review of the advice provided to make the decision.

Plans / Projects 27 Aug 2020

Avondale pavers project saved

A project to replace slippery pavers in Avondale Town centre will be modified so it can continue, Whau Local Board has decided.

Have your say 15 Jul 2020

The future of the Whau is in your hands

What will the Whau look like in a post-COVID world? That’s the question on the mind of Whau Local Board, which has released its draft three-year plan for consultation.

Heritage 4 Jun 2020

Restoration of Avondale grave preserves a piece of history

A piece of the Whau’s history has been salvaged following the restoration of a gravestone in St Ninians Cemetery in Avondale.

Plans / Projects 7 May 2020

Lights on for Avondale Streetscape project

A streetscape enhancement project in Avondale is set to go ahead with the addition of street lighting as part of the design.

20 Dec 2019

Mix of new faces and returning members lead local boards

Returning members and several new faces are among those elected to lead your local boards for the 2019-2022 term.

5 Dec 2019

Avondale Business Association issue resolved with funding reinstated

Auckland Council is set to reinstate funding to the Avondale Business Association following the satisfactory conclusion of a review into the association’s financial controls.

Transport 8 Nov 2019

New Lynn to Avondale shared path underway

Work is starting on a major shared path linking communities in west Auckland.

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.