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Beaches 6 Mar 2019

WATCH: The Manukau Harbour's stunning beauty

A place of such beauty, in need of our protection and care.

Community 28 Feb 2019

Location for $21million Avondale community centre revealed

Plans to reinvigorate the centre of Avondale have taken an important step following a decision on the preferred location for a new $21million multi-purpose community facility.

Community 15 Feb 2019

Kūkūwai Karnival celebrates end of Waterview Tunnel work disruption

Albert Eden and Whau local boards are saying thank you to residents with a party to mark the end of six years of Waterview Tunnel work disruptions.

Walkways 7 Dec 2018

Avondale to Waterview walkway now open

A new shared path that connects Avondale and Waterview has been officially opened.

Beaches 6 Dec 2018

Safeswim returns to Auckland with new swimming spots

Auckland Council’s Safeswim website is ready for summer, highlighting water quality around the region.

Community 2 Nov 2018

Whau Local Board awards $13,000 in community grants

Thirteen community organisations have been awarded a combined $13,888 in funding.

Environment 1 Nov 2018

Seven actions to tackle climate change in Whau

A community approach is key to help reduce carbon dioxide emissions generated by the Whau each year.

Sports / Leisure 30 Oct 2018

Whau Local Board calls on Government to commit on Avondale Racecourse sale

Any sale of the racecourse should come with a commitment to benefit Avondale, the local board has said.

Events

25 Jun 2026

Te Kapowai / Dragonfly workshop

Join us to make a beautiful beaded dragonfly and learn the special meaning behind them.

04 Jul 2026

Matariki planting

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

05 Jul 2026

Make a Matariki star

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