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Waitākere Ward

Waitākere 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.

Transport 1 Apr 2025

Crossing with care: pedestrian crossing improvements on the way

Three transport projects aimed at improving pedestrian safety in Waitākere Ranges are set to begin, thanks to an almost $800,000 investment from the Local Board.

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.

Transport 19 Mar 2025

Million-dollar transport boost for Henderson-Massey

Improvements to some local roads, improved pedestrian access and better cycling infrastructure are on the way after Henderson-Massey Local Board approved a $1million investment.

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.

Environment 3 Mar 2025

Environmental heroes celebrated in the Love Your Place Awards

Volunteers, businesses and schools making a positive impact to protect and restore the Waitākere Ranges have been recognised in the 2024 Love Your Place Awards.

Māori outcomes 21 Feb 2025

Te Kawerau ā Maki gift Māori name in Henderson-Massey

A Māori name has been gifted to Henderson-Massey with the dual naming of Te Poi / Starling Park, with a ceremony to share the story and celebrate with the community.

Community 17 Feb 2025

West Auckland RDA facility gallops ahead

The ongoing development of the West Auckland RDA covered riding facility is galloping further ahead thanks to a $512,859 grant from Auckland Council.

Waitākere Ward Events

03 May 2025 - 31 May 2025

Composting Workshops - May

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

10 Feb 2025 - 16 Sep 2025

Acting classes

Join our engaging acting classes led by long-time experienced tutor John Goudge!

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Tai Chi with Te Manawa

If you are seeking low-impact exercise that doesn’t require jumping or costly equipment, Tai Chi...

11 Mar 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Titirangi Library charity crafters

Come along and connect with like minded people, make new friends, and even pick up new skills. 

11 Feb 2025 - 09 Dec 2025

Lego Club

Calling all brick builders! Bring your construction skills and join in the LEGO building fun.

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Good Friends Group

Looking to meet some like-minded people? Join us over a cuppa every Tuesday. Meet new friends in...

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Whānau Friendly Exercise Classes

Join Tu Ranga Ora in this exercise programme.

05 Mar 2025 - 18 Jun 2025

LEGO Club

Build, create and imagine! Calling all Lego lovers!