![Hero image](/media/elnbdd1j/discover.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=1920&height=520&rnd=132684042841400000)
Local
News
![](/media/tjbf1gym/whau-basketball-image.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=320&rnd=133439285591270000)
New basketball court a slam dunk for Whau
It’s time to hone your basketball skills and shoot some hoops at the newly opened Archibald Park basketball court in Kelston.
![](/media/unmfg34h/we-are-woven.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=320&rnd=133409964960500000)
Weaving magic on Avondale streets
Hail, rain, and wind didn’t dampen the spirits of the Whau community who came out to support the ‘We Are Woven’ event.
![](/media/cdnh2ddr/2309-te-hono.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=320&rnd=133404658887370000)
Funding decision secures future of Te Hono
The long-planned Te Hono / Avondale library and community hub has been reallocated $15 million to secure its future development.
![](/media/cakh0tgv/maui-dolphins.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=320&rnd=133402865328370000)
Cats add to Māui dolphin's plight
Everyone knows cats are a threat to birds, but they are also a problem for Māui dolphins.
![](/media/mpkiatal/colourful-arts-group-whau-cultural-celebration-march-2023-by-chris-double.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=320&rnd=133401129101700000)
Moon Festival shines on Whau
Whau residents can enjoy a live harp performance, cultural dances, and cuisine from different Asian countries at the upcoming New Lynn Moon Festival night market.
![](/media/pohjqwxa/manu-playground.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=320&rnd=133402868125900000)
Mānu playground consultation opens for Whau residents
Whau residents are invited to have their say on an upgrade to Mānu playground at Maui Reserve in New Lynn.
![](/media/s0ca1m3a/angela-updated-image.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=320&rnd=133396949981370000)
Food rescue charity’s funding recipe gets grants boost
A food rescue charity is now able to provide a safer volunteering environment thanks to funding from all three West Auckland Local Boards.
![](/media/sqjhhjuk/concept-design-of-te-hono.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=320&rnd=133365894238800000)
Meeting the Te Hono funding challenge
Whau Local Board and Ward Councillor Kerrin Leoni are committed to finding the funds to enable its development.
Events
![](/media/e2ihlb1m/book-lovers-club-1920-x-1080-px-1.png?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=320&rnd=133554131670100000)
Book Lovers Club - New Lynn Library
Come along and discuss your current favourite book with other book lovers.
![](/media/j5ppbjtg/july-2024-school-hols-posters-tessera-1920-x-1080-px-2.png?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=320&rnd=133637076396900000)
Movie Afternoon
Join us in the library and enjoy this hilarious adventure movie with your family and friends.
![](/media/r13bmmgc/8314929977_28fd740070_b.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=320&rnd=133546299654630000)
Blockhouse Bay Library Book Club
Come along and join our lively discussions about what you've been reading, and find new books fro...
![](/media/u3mc1jyu/teens-book-club.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=320&rnd=133588749665600000)
Teens’ Book Club
Bring your own choice of book to discuss with other teens who like reading.