Waitākere Ward

Protecting the Waitākere Ranges

West Aucklanders turned out on October 15 to the community forum, Te Wao Nui a Tiriwa - Standing up for the Waitākere Ranges.

Swanson park and ride a boon for commuters

A new park-and-ride facility has opened at the Swanson train station, providing nearly 140 additional car parks for Swanson rail commuters.

Putting Piha on the radar

During the Second World War, Piha was the site of a radar station critical to New Zealand’s defence.

Getting on with business

A six-week crime prevention trial funded by Henderson-Massey Local Board sees private security guards address anti-social behaviour, intimidation, loitering and recovering stolen goods.

A safer Henderson

Henderson-Massey Local Board focuses on community safety in Henderson’s town centre.

Tackling Auckland's housing shortage

Flex your green fingers

Auckland Council offers free workshops, run by the Compost Collective, that will get you started with composting and teach you how to put the goodness back into your garden.