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Plans / Projects 16 Sep 2020

Harbourview-Orangihina marae development takes next step

Henderson-Massey Local Board will request Auckland Council amend legacy council resolutions, paving the way for the Te Atatū Marae Coalition Trust to be given future tenure to develop a marae at Harbourview-Orangihina Park in Te Atatū Peninsula.

Environment 15 Sep 2020

Wasp nest discovery a timely summer reminder

A nest home to tens of thousands of wasps found in the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park is a reminder of the threat the common wasp can pose.

Cycling 10 Sep 2020

Safer streets on the way for Glen Eden with pop-up cycleway

Safer cycling is on the way to Glen Eden following the news that a trial pop-up cycleway on Captain Scott Road has been given the go-ahead.

31 Aug 2020

Piha surf tower gets green light

A proposed new surf lifesaving tower at the iconic Piha Beach has been given the green light by Waitākere Ranges Local Board following community consultation.

Community 23 Jul 2020

Calls for more funding for Waitākere Hospital

The Henderson-Massey Local Board's three-year plan advocates for increased funding to upgrade the hospital's services and capability.

Have your say 15 Jul 2020

Is there a greener Henderson-Massey on the way?

Do you like the sound of more trees in streets and parks, expanded cycleways, community-led gardens, and better public transport in your area?

Have your say 15 Jul 2020

Could the Waitakere Ranges become New Zealand’s next ‘dark sky’ park?

Plans to apply for the international 'dark sky' status are included in the draft Local Board Plan, which is open for consultation until 13 August.

Plans / Projects 30 Jun 2020

People-friendly streets to be trialled in Henderson

Waitākere Ward councillors Shane Henderson and Linda Cooper welcome the news that Henderson’s town centre will receive funding from Waka Kotahi the NZ Transport Agency to trial a people-friendly streets project.

Events

13 Dec 2025

Downtown Christmas Market

Celebrate the magic of the season at the Downtown Christmas Market.

13 Dec 2025

TE MANU WAIATA | THE SONGBIRD

A space dedicated to nurturing rangatahi and artistic innovation in West Auckland - presented in...

01 Oct 2025 - 14 Apr 2026

Creative Nature Workshop Series

Creative Nature Workshops for Whānau.

14 Dec 2025

Āwhina Day

Bring your energy, curiosity, and aroha for Papatūānuku.

17 Dec 2025

Make Your Own Wooden Christmas Tree - Tamariki event

Create a colourful, eco-friendly wooden Christmas tree from reclaimed offcuts in this fun festive...

18 Dec 2025

Christmas String & Nail Art - Tamariki Workshop

Create festive, eco-friendly string and nail art using reclaimed materials in this fun, hands-on...

19 Dec 2025

Seed Paper Making - Tamariki Workshop

Create plantable seed paper using recycled materials in this fun, hands-on eco craft, perfect for...

21 Mar 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Glen Eden Library Shared Reading Group

Join our friendly group for a relaxed shared reading experience with like-minded readers from the...