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Let’s play! $2.8m Avondale recreational hub takes shape
Whau Local Board approves the concept design for a new playground and upgrades to the surrounding park area in Avondale.
Five ways your voices have made a difference to the Whau
The projects and services we enjoy today often began as priorities identified by residents through previous local board plans.
Simple ways to pitch in for nature in Whau
Some of the most meaningful environmental action is happening right here in our neighbourhood.
Whau-lympics: your ultimate sports fun day
This Saturday Olympic Park becomes a celebration, and everyone’s invited!
Investing in Whau’s parks, youth or communities? Your call
More investment in parks, youth, or communities? Whau’s future is in your hands as Auckland Council’s proposed Annual Plan 2026/2027 opens for consultation.
Playtime just got an upgrade in Whau
Round up the kids and make a playdate of it—these spaces are waiting for you to jump in!
Free summer swimming makes a splash in Whau
Whau locals are being invited to cool off for free this summer, thanks to a community swimming initiative delivered in partnership with local schools and Whau Local Board.
More hours for Whau libraries
Come read, play, and enjoy a little extra aircon over summer as two Whau libraries extend their opening hours.
Events
Kids' Pokémon Trading Card Club
Come along and meet up with other Pokémon trading card fans.
Dying Matters Week at Avondale Library
Join us for a series of workshops and talks that delve into life, death and what matters to us.
Sunday story time
Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs, encouraging a love of books.
Death Cafe - Avondale Library
Enjoy a group-directed, confidential discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes....
Adult Learners' Week at Auckland Council Libraries
Join us in celebrating adult learning with an exciting range of free events, workshops, and activ...
Dying Matters Week at Auckland Council Libraries
Connecting people across Aotearoa to start conversations in a safe space.
Art group
A daytime class to develop your creative skills in a friendly environment.
Rhymetime - New Lynn
Bring along your tamariki & enjoy mornings of music, rhymes, dance, and more.