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17 Aug 2021

Next generation of Pacific Leaders graduate

Fourty-four young people from West Auckland high schools recently graduated from the Tula’i Pacific Youth Leadership Programme.

Arts 13 Aug 2021

Keeping the arts on the go in Whau

The beating heart of the Whau arts scene is set to get a fresh injection of energy following the appointment of Janet Lilo and Jody Yawa McMillan to the Whau Arts Broker role.

3 Aug 2021

New classroom ready to roll thanks to board grant

A little helping hand from Whau Local Board is making a big difference to people whose lives are affected by alcohol, drug or other addiction challenges, helping them build the skills and confidence to help them move into education or gain employm...

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.

Events

01 Jul 2026 - 30 Jul 2026

Mornings by the Stream - Glen Eden

Join EcoMatters stream rangers Pam and Alanah as we care for one of the beautiful waterways in th...

02 Jul 2026

Kete harakeke weaving workshop

Celebrate Matariki and explore te ao Māori through a hands-on harakeke weaving session.

05 Feb 2026 - 05 Nov 2026

Vaka Tautua Drop-In at Avondale Library

Vaka Tautua is a National ‘Pacific for Pacific’ mental health, disability and social services pro...

03 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2026

Organic gardening sessions

Get involved with myriad seasonal organic gardening activities. You can even share in the harvest!

04 Jul 2026

Matariki planting - Waitahurangi Awa

Come along for a community planting along the Waitahurangi Awa at Te Kōtuitanga (Olympic Park), N...

04 Jul 2026

Matariki Planting at Te Kōtuitanga

As we plant along the awa, we reflect on Matariki as a time of renewal.

07 Feb 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Death Cafe - Avondale Library

Enjoy a group-directed, confidential discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes....

05 Jul 2026

Make a Matariki Star

Come together this Matariki to weave your own harakeke (flax) star and celebrate the season with...