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Whau Ward News

Council news 19 Jul 2024

New rental e-scooter license granted for outer suburbs

Auckland council has granted a new rental e-scooter licence for outer suburbs

Beaches 9 Jul 2024

Forum welcomes Manukau Harbour stand

Auckland Council's move to put in place a strategy for improving outcomes for the Manukau Harbour have been welcomed by the Manukau Harbour Forum.

Community 9 Jul 2024

Community projects across the Whau to receive $22.3 million investment

Community focused programmes and projects are set to receive a $22.3 million funding boost over the next year thanks to Whau Local Board.  

Community 27 Jun 2024

See something, say something: Improving community safety discussed

Around 50 people attended a community safety meeting at New Lynn Community Centre, organised by Whau Ward Councillor Kerrin Leoni and Whau Local Board.

Community 17 Jun 2024

Whau Pasifika Festival set to amaze and delight once more

The Whau Pasifika Festival is set to light up West Auckland once again with vibrant culture, music and unity from 6-13 July 2024.

22 May 2024

Patrols underway at west Auckland transport hubs

A new operation will see increased visibility of Police and other agencies across some of west Auckland’s largest transport hubs.

Community 15 May 2024

Kōkako volunteers mark 30 years on job

Volunteers who have trekked the Hunua Ranges to conserve the last kōkako population in the mainland Auckland region have celebrated 30 years.

Beaches 10 May 2024

Forum backs Coastguard appeal

A collaborative, community-based approach will be vital in reducing the number of preventative drownings on the Manukau, Coastguard has told the Manukau Harbour Forum.

Whau Ward Events

30 Jan 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Rhyme time with stories

Join our rhyme time sessions with stories, songs, and movements.

07 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Avondale Chess Club

Join us every Friday after school for a fun and friendly chess session.

05 Apr 2025

Food truck summer series: Manuka Park

Get ready to dive into a world of flavours as the best food trucks in town come together to serve...

05 Apr 2025

Friendly fermented foods

Join Irene Margolis in this practical introductory workshop on fermentation.

05 Apr 2025

Gardening with chickens

Learn how garden ecosystems can meet the lifestyle needs of poultry, reduce care requirements, an...

05 Apr 2025

Nature day festival

Join us for a joyful “13 Bedar”, the Persian nature's day celebration!

23 Mar 2025 - 13 Apr 2025

English Conversation Corners

Join our qualified English teacher, Ingrid on Sundays.

04 Mar 2025 - 25 Nov 2025

Textile Tuesday

Bring your own project, browse new craft books and learn from others along the way.