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Pottering away in Whau this summer
Three clay artists are offering free workshops in the Whau this summer.
Harbour pollution seen up close
Manukau Harbour Forum chair Jon Turner has been out with Sea Cleaners to see contamination and pollution for himself.
Funding support for Whau community groups
18 community groups were awarded $33,000 in the latest round of Whau Local and Multiboard Grants.
Board sets direction for next three years
Celebrating the rich diversity, building community and environment resilience, and honouring Māori heritage are all features of the Whau Local Board Plan 2023, which has now been finalised.
West boards welcome new kiwis at Hoani Waititi Marae
History was made as the first citizenship ceremony was held at Hoani Waititi Marae.
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.
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.
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.
Events
Music and dance in the Library with Tierra Viva
Tierra Viva is visiting Avondale in celebration of NZ Music month to bring some Latin vibes into...
Kids’ Pokemon Trading Card Club
Come along and meet up with other Pokémon trading card fans.
Filipino Storytime with Matatas Bookshop
A fantastic way to introduce your babies to Filipino culture and connect them through books.
Digital Skills Literacy Classes - Various
Join us for these classes on digital competency.
Book Chat - Avondale Library
Everyone is welcome to join this friendly group to discuss books over tea or coffee.
Poetry Writing for Tamariki with Tagata Atamai
Join Samoan/Welsh writer, poet, journalist, artist and kaiako Danielle Kionasina for a morning of...
Teens’ Book Club
Bring your own choice of book to discuss with other teens who like reading.
