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Community 12 Oct 2018

The story of one of the first Chinese women in Auckland

The story of Madame Joong, businesswoman and community leader, during Auckland Heritage Festival.

Youth / Rangatahi 16 Aug 2018

Film explores experiences of Deaf community

Members of the Auckland Deaf community have collaborated with local filmmakers to tell a story about Deaf culture in the Whau.

Community 15 Aug 2018

Western Initiative takes shape

Western Initiative sets out to strengthen community even further.

Environment 27 Jul 2018

Q&A on the Manukau Harbour Forum

We chat to Saffron Toms to find out more about the Manukau Harbour Forum and what it does.

Waste 9 Jul 2018

Pay As You Throw – save as you throw!

Watch the Q&A session to learn more about Auckland Council’s pay as you throw wheelie bins for west Auckland.

28 Jun 2018

Code of conduct complaint findings released

A Code of Conduct complaint against former Whau Local Board chair, and current board member, Catherine Farmer has been resolved.

Youth / Rangatahi 13 Jun 2018

Recognising our youth

18 young people aged 12 to 24 received awards for their mahi (work), leadership and talent.

Transport 9 May 2018

Great North Road fully open in New Lynn

All six lanes of Great North Road near the intersection of Clark Street were opened last week.

Events

24 Jun 2026 - 25 Jun 2026

Tasting the main street

Join us on a tasting walk along the main street of Avondale with Melissa Laing and Whau the People.

15 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.

09 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Microgreens workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.

09 Mar 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Kangatraining

Experience fun and safe postnatal fitness without the need for a babysitter!

11 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Storytime

Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs, encouraging a love of books.

11 Feb 2026 - 30 Dec 2026

New Lynn Chess Club

Come along and learn how to play chess, practice your skills and make some new friends!

11 Feb 2026 - 30 Dec 2026

Waipareira Whānau Support Centres

Visit one of our whānau-supported centres, proudly delivered by Te Whānau o Waipareira.

18 Dec 2025 - 27 Jun 2026

Nature Play

Explore, climb and connect with the outdoors in playful activities.