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The countdown is on: local election voting closes soon
Find out what happens after voting closes and how to find out who wins.
Stuck on who to vote for in Auckland local elections?
Here are some suggestions to consider when swiping through candidates in the online catalogue.
Celebrating Chinese Kiwi heritage in New Windsor
A rich Chinese heritage is recognised and celebrated in Whau, with a local park now carrying the name of its last private owner, Avondale Market gardener Lowe Nam.
No voting papers? No problem!
It’s time to vote in Auckland’s local elections, which means you should have received your voting pack in the letterbox by now.
200+ reasons to vote in Auckland local elections
Local elections season is well underway with nearly 25,000 votes already returned.
New lease crosses the line at Rosebank Speedway
Speedway fans can look forward to at least five more years of events at Rosebank Domain, thanks to Whau Local Board.
New $1.7m playground coming for Avondale
A major upgrade to the Avondale Central Reserve playground has been secured, after the Governing Body approved Whau Local Board’s submission for funding through Auckland Council’s new Fix and Finish Fund.
Who represents you?
The best news about these elections so far is that Aucklanders have more to choose from, with a record number of candidates nominated since 2013.
Events
Whau Disha Diwali Mela!
Come and celebrate Diwali with DISHA NZ in collaboration with the New Lynn Hub team!
Foil fusion session
Help us make panels for survival blankets with the Chip Packet Project!
Diwali storytime for preschoolers
A Diwali celebration with stories, rhymes, songs and a simple craft for under 5s.
Growing a better food future
Enjoy a hands-on garden session and follow up with a film screening.
Diwali ready-to-use rangoli workshop
Learn to create ready-to-use rangoli. All materials supplied.
Whau Arts Festival 2026
This year, we're celebrating the many ways art brings us together along the Whau River.
Gently Loved Markets - Curvy
Grab your favourite fabric bag and come have a plus size preloved treasure hunt with us.
Diwali decorative wall art workshop
Create a beautiful paper plate wall art to decorate your home for Diwali.