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Waitākere Ward

Waitākere Ward News

Beaches 13 Feb 2025

West coast beach warning after tragic incidents

Visitors to beaches out west are being urged to stay safe.

Elections 17 Jan 2025

Who’ll be in to win Auckland’s Elections 2025?

Now’s the time to start considering standing in Auckland’s 2025 elections. With summer holidays just around the corner, could a role in Auckland’s leadership be the new year resolution for you?

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 12 Dec 2024

Adapting for Tomorrow: Waitākere Ranges' Plan to Navigate Emergencies

A new plan is set to empower the Waitākere Ranges community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Parks / Outdoors 11 Dec 2024

New Māori name in Glen Eden park links astrology and whenua

Te Kakau, formerly known as Sunvue Park, was named by local iwi Te Kawerau ā Maki as the sole name for the park.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 5 Dec 2024

New tool to help Henderson-Massey prepare for emergencies agreed

A new plan is set to empower the Henderson-Massey community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Festive season 7 Nov 2024

Christmas cheer and festive fun coming to Henderson

Christmas is coming and the Henderson Christmas Festival is back for 2024, with a new addition!

Environment 15 Oct 2024

Celebrate local environmental heroes

The Love Your Place Awards celebrate locals making a difference for the environment in the Waitākere Ranges Local Board area.

Environment 15 Oct 2024

Westies – do your part to protect wildlife this summer

Westies – we need your help to protect the amazing kuaka (godwits) this summer.

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!