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Community 25 May 2023

Grants help Henderson-Massey community groups

Forty-two community groups and organisations have been successful in the latest round of Henderson-Massey Local and Multiboard grant allocations. The grants aim to empower and strengthen the local community.

Community 25 May 2023

Manukau Harbour Forum plans to plant

Manukau Harbour Forum will use unspent funds to buy native plants to improve the harbour's health.

22 May 2023

Arts and community centres given funding boost

West arts organisations and community venues reliant on council funding to operate have been given a boost following a decision to allocate more than $437,000 towards operational costs by Henderson-Massey Local Board. 

Parks / Outdoors 11 May 2023

Te Kawerau ā Maki return historic park name in Waitākere Ranges

Names and narratives that reclaim Māori identity and restore mana and mauri (life force) to the whenua (land), through the restoration of the Māori language, are being returned to the whenua in parks across communities in the Waitākere Ranges Local Board area.

Community 18 Apr 2023

Grant helps grow kids love for nature

Interest in nature has grown at Edmonton Primary School with an environmental initiative thanks to the Love Your Neighbourhood grant provided by EcoMatters. 

Community 11 Apr 2023

West Auckland festivals get funding

West Auckland performing arts venues have been awarded funding for their annual festivals through Auckland Council’s Regional Event Grants Programme.

Parks / Outdoors 3 Apr 2023

Future planning underway for Waitipu

A plan to inform and guide future development for recreation and experiences at Waitipu in the Waitākere Valley has been adopted by Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

Development 3 Apr 2023

Catherine Plaza upgrade a boost for Henderson town centre

Henderson residents are being asked for their feedback on the upgrade to Catherine Plaza. The aim is to refresh Catherine Plaza into a safe and inviting area and to encourage the community and visitors to spend more time there.

Events

05 Oct 2022 - 14 Aug 2023

Rānui Fibre Crafters

Learn to knit, felt, weave, crochet, or spin.

17 Feb 2023 - 15 Dec 2023

Glen Eden Library Shared Reading Group

Join this exciting free programme to discuss short stories and poetry.

18 Jun 2023

Snow in the Park

This FREE community event for the whole family will leave you joyous.

24 Jun 2023

Audible Garden FREE Concert

Participants from previous creativity workshops exhibit their talents.

24 Jun 2023

Te Kura Maninirau Open Day

Introducing Te Kura Maninirau, Kaupapa Māori circus classes for tamariki!

24 Jun 2023 - 25 Jun 2023

Free Guided Rides - Westgate

Bring a picnic, or grab a coffee and have a play.

27 Feb 2023 - 27 Nov 2023

Book Chat at Rānui Library

Come along to talk about your favourite reads, something you enjoy reading now, or maybe even listen to what our community members are reading.

08 Jul 2023 - 15 Jul 2023

Frozen Jr

This inspiring show includes all of your favourite characters and songs and more.