Hey Westies! 👋
I hope your week has been going well!
The main bit of news this time around is the public consultation for the Auckland Council Plan. We’ve included brief summaries of the Auckland-wide and the Individual west Local Boards. 🏞
A new park has opened in Hobsonville and a new park is under consultation to be built in Red Hills.
Have your say! :)
In today’s edition:
Auckland 2026/27 Plan - Ultra Summary
New homes this week
Te Kori Scott Point - a Newly Opened Sports Park in Hobsonville
Consultation for New Park in Redhills
Sport Waitākere is now Tuia Waitākere!
47 events from 4 Mar to 10 Mar. 🙂 🥳
I hope you all have a great week!
— Adrian Domingo
Holidays
No holidays this week or the next!
News
Auckland 2026/27 Plan - Quick Scan
This is the super condensed quick scan version of the details of the plan affecting Westies.
Big Picture: Year 3 of 2024-34 Long-term Plan. Financial discipline + infrastructure for growth.
City Money: $3.9b infrastructure | $5.3b services | Residential rates +7.9% | Business rates +9.84% | CRL costs $235m/yr | Save $106m.
Priorities: Transport (Eastern Busway, CRL control) | Water (flood resilience, Central Interceptor) | Local boards: fairer funding → possible service cuts/targeted rates.
Major Projects: CRL ($12b benefit) | Central Interceptor | Wellsford water plant | Rosedale Bus Station | Te Whau Pathway.
Feedback opportunity: 27 Feb–29 Mar 2026 | Decisions: 30 Jun 2026.
Local Boards:
Waitākere Ranges: $5.2m infrastructure/$15.1m services (+$0.4m) | Parks/drains | Rural sewerage consult | CRL saves Henderson 24min.
Whau: $39.1m infrastructure/$23.8m services (+$0.3m) | Te Hono library | Playground | Aquatic centre plan | Stream resilience.
Rodney: $10.5m infrastructure/$29.4m services (+$0.4m) | 12mo rubbish (+2) | Cut drainage rate | Weeds/biodiversity/hubs.
Upper Harbour: $17m infrastructure/$22.2m services | $0.7m gap → cut grants 50%, maintenance, pool fees +$1-4 | Rosedale Bus | Te Kori Park | Nth Harbour plan.
The full documents are pages and pages long but if you need the full details, that’s where you need to go.
Click Here: To view the more detailed documents or have your say
Click Here: To view the Local Board plans
New homes this week
These are homes posted in the past week in 3 separate price ranges.
Home 1: Under $650k
Price: $610,000
Address: 3/233 Great North Road, Henderson
Details: 2 Bed / 2.5 Bath / Separate Study
Built in: 2020s
Parking Type: 1 Allocated Car Park
Click here: To view the full house & plan your showing!
Home 2: $650k - $850K
Price: $799,000
Address: 2/46 Te Kanawa Crescent, Henderson
Details: 117sqm / 4 Bed / 2 Bath + Guest Toilet
Built in: 2020s
Parking Type: 1 Designated Off-Street Car Park
Click here: To view the full house & plan your showing!
Home 3: Over $850k
Price: $969,000
Address: 47 Waitakere Road, Waitakere
Details: 883sqm Land / 3 Bed / 1 Bath + 2 Toilets
Built in: 1970s
Parking Type: Carport + Ample Off-Street Parking
Click here: To view the full house & plan your showing!
Community Digest
Te Kori Scott Point - a New Park in Hobsonville
Carpark
Baseball diamond
Now Open: The first stage of a massive 10-hectare sustainable sports park located between Hobsonville Point and Scott Point is ready for public use.
Sports Facilities: Features multiple sports fields and a dedicated baseball diamond, perfect for fans of ball sports.
Recreation Space: Includes large open grassed areas, paths, and landscaped sections designed for walking, jogging, and general play.
Amenities: On-site car parks and a toilet block with changing rooms are available.
Access: Entry to the park, parking, and facilities is via Squadron Drive.
Connectivity: Easily accessible via walking paths, public transport, and the Hobsonville ferry, with a direct link to the popular Hobsonville Point Coastal Walkway.
Click Here: To see the details from the council
Have Your Say: Ketekete Park (Redhills, Massey)
The Henderson-Massey Local Board is designing a brand-new neighbourhood park at 88 Rahopuru Road, and they want your input to shape the concept design!
The Vision: A fresh green space for the growing Redhills community to relax, play, and connect.
What’s Being Decided: The survey asks for your preferences on:
Usage: How you’ll use the space (walking dogs, socialising, or active play).
Play Elements: Your interest in natural/timber play features, balance beams, or mini sports goals.
Access: How you plan to get there (walking, biking, or pram/mobility access).
Your Impact: Feedback will directly influence the concept plan before it's finalized and shared with the Local Board.
Quick & Easy: The survey only takes a few minutes and remains anonymous unless you choose to provide your details.
Click Here: To complete the survey
City Updates
Sport Waitākere is now Tuia Waitākere!
After 30 years of keeping us moving, our local legends have a fresh name and a bigger mission.
The New Name: Sport Waitākere has officially rebranded to Tuia Waitākere. The name was developed with mana whenua Te Kawerau ā Maki. Tuia means The word means to weave, bind, or bring together.
More Than Just Sport: While they still love their sports, the team now focuses on everything that makes us well, including arts, culture, and general movement.
Community First: Their goal is to back local leaders and ideas where people already hang out, like schools, clubs, and churches.
Who they are: Tuia Waitākere designs and funds community-led movement through programs like Healthy Active Learning in West Auckland schools, the Tū Manawa grant for local play projects
Click Here: To check their freshly rebranded website
Exciting Events: Mar 4th - Mar 10th
Events marked with ($) require a ticket in advance. Please search them up before going.
💻 Kids & Youth
Code Club (Ages 8–12) | 4:00 PM–5:00 PM, Thu 5 Mar
📍 93 Rosebank Road
Intro to coding with Python, HTML, CSS and robotics. Registration required.
Minecraft Mayhem | 4:00 PM–6:00 PM, Wed 4 Mar
📍 Te Atatū Peninsula Community Centre
Safe, supervised Minecraft sessions for tamariki during term time.
Messy Play Week – Rānui | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, Thu 5 Mar
📍 2 Ranui Station Road
Free sensory and messy play for ages 0–6.
Playcentre Messy Play Week – Auckland Region | 2–6 Mar
📍 Various locations
Region-wide free messy play sessions supporting early childhood development.
Junior Roosters Activation Day | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 Jack Colvin Park
Community rugby league day with drills, food, raffles and activities.
🏃 Sport & Active
Pickleball for Beginners | 3:00 PM–5:00 PM, Thu 5 Mar ($)
📍 New Lynn Community Centre
Casual intro sessions with equipment available. Koha entry.
Free Tai Chi Class | 4:00 PM–5:00 PM, Thu 5 Mar
📍 New Lynn Community Centre
Gentle movement and breathing exercises suitable for all ages.
Free Fall Prevention Exercise Classes | 1:00 PM–2:00 PM, Wed 4 Mar
📍 Waterview Community & Enviro Hub
Balance and strength classes supporting older adults’ mobility.
Dodgeball Training – Skills & Gameplay | 3:00 PM–4:30 PM, Sun 8 Mar ($)
📍 Te Atatū Peninsula Community Centre
Structured training with skill drills and competitive gameplay.
INNER HARBOUR FISHING COMPETITION | 1:00 PM–4:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar ($)
📍 32 Bridge Ave, Te Atatū South
Community fishing comp raising funds for Child Cancer Foundation.
MINDSET Women’s Self-Defence Workshop | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar ($)
📍 Te Pae o Kura
Practical, scenario-based self-defence training for women.
2026 Term 1 – Adults Skate Session | 5:45 PM–7:00 PM, Tue 10 Mar ($)
📍 The Trusts Arena
Learn and practise skating fundamentals in a coached group session.
Hobsonville Family Group Rides | 2:00 PM–4:30 PM, Sun 8 Mar
📍 Hobsonville Point
Relaxed, family-friendly bike rides with safety tips and local routes.
Hilton Brown Swimming Open Day | 3:30 PM–5:30 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 Hobsonville
Free pool access, family activities and facility tours.
🎨 Arts, Crafts & Creative
Sew a Beach Bag | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM, Wed 4 Mar
📍 The ReCreators Green Space, Massey
Make a reusable beach bag from upcycled materials. Beginner-friendly.
Community Art Class (Teens & Adults) | 4:30 PM–5:30 PM, Wed 4 Mar
📍 Glen Eden Library
Weekly guided art session for creative skill-building in a relaxed setting.
Community Art Class for Beginners | 12:00 PM–1:45 PM, Sun 8 Mar ($)
📍 New Lynn Community Centre
Step-by-step art workshop for beginners. All basic supplies provided.
DIY Sewing: Fabric Basket Workshop | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM, Thu 5 Mar
📍 New Lynn Community Centre
Turn fabric scraps into practical storage baskets using simple sewing techniques.
Free Beginner Sewing Class (Term 1) | 12:00 PM–3:00 PM, Thu 5 Mar
📍 New Lynn Community Centre
10-week women’s sewing course covering machine basics and beginner projects.
Seaweek – Paper Mache Sea Creatures | 1:00 PM–3:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 Rānui Library
Kids create sea-themed sculptures using recycled materials. Dress for mess.
Crafternoon Session | 3:30 PM–5:00 PM, Fri 6 Mar
📍 Glen Eden Library
After-school crafts, games and creative activities for ages 5–16.
🌿 Environment & Sustainability
Native Seedling Sessions | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, Wed 4 Mar
📍 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn
Volunteer at EcoMatters’ nursery helping pot, sow and care for native plants supporting local restoration projects.
Tiaki Taiao / Enhancing Habitat | 9:00 AM–12:30 PM, Thu 5 Mar
📍 Pine Ave, Cornwallis
Join Park Rangers removing invasive weeds in Waitākere Regional Park to protect native wildlife habitats.
Green Bay Stream Care Session | 9:30 AM–12:00 PM, Fri 6 Mar
📍 Portage Road Bridge, New Lynn
Help restore Waitahurangi Awa by clearing weeds and rubbish. Family-friendly conservation morning.
Swanson Weed Bin Weekend | 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 Central Landscape & Garden Supplies, Swanson
Drop off invasive weeds safely with advice from EcoMatters staff.
Huia Weed Bin Weekend | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 Huia Domain Carpark
Dispose of pest plants responsibly and get guidance on what’s accepted.
DIY Rainwater Harvesting with Laurie Dee | 10:30 AM–1:00 PM, Sun 8 Mar ($)
📍 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn
Learn how to build a rain barrel system and reduce water bills with practical, hands-on guidance.
🎉 Festivals, Markets & Community Events
Soljans “Berba” Harvest Festival 2026 | 10:00 AM–7:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 Kumeū
Wine, food, grape stomping, live music and family activities celebrating harvest.
HOLI KE RANG 2026 | 2:00 PM–6:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 New Lynn Community Centre
Free family Holi celebration with music, food stalls and activities.
WHAU-LYMPICS | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 Olympic Park, New Lynn
Community challenge day inspired by Top Town with games, food and stage acts.
Blockhouse Bay Food Truck Night | 5:00 PM–9:00 PM, Fri 6 Mar
📍 Craigavon Park
Family-friendly evening with curated food trucks and relaxed park vibes.
Te Atatū Food Truck Fridays | 4:30 PM–8:30 PM, Fri 6 Mar
📍 Te Atatū South Community Centre
Monthly food truck lineup with live music and kids’ activities.
Car Wash Fundraiser for Coops | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar ($)
📍 Helensville Volunteer Fire Brigade
Community fundraiser supporting a local battling cancer.
🎶 Music & Nightlife
Button Open Air | 1:00 PM–4:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 Bethells Beach Café
Beachside live bands and DJs celebrating summer vibes.
Maskara | 8:00 PM–11:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 Workshop Bar
80s hard rock tribute night in West Auckland.
Forged In Metal | 8:00 PM–11:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 Workshop Bar
Heavy metal night with live music and air guitar competition.
Jam Night | Tuesdays, until 31 Mar
📍 Paul’s Garage
Open jam session welcoming musicians of all levels.
🎬 Film
Movies in Parks: Paddington in Peru | 5:30 PM–9:15 PM, Fri 6 Mar
📍 Parrs Park
Free outdoor screening of the family film with pre-show entertainment.
The Warriors (1979) – 35mm Presentation | 8:00 PM–9:45 PM, Fri 6 Mar ($)
📍 Hollywood Avondale
Original theatrical cut screening of the cult urban classic.
🧠 Workshops, Talks & Learning
Unlocking Your Home Buying Journey | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 Glen Eden Library
Free seminar covering property selection, legal process and mortgage structure.
FREE Women in Trades Evening | 5:00 PM–7:00 PM, Tue 10 Mar
📍 Westgate
Networking night with suppliers, giveaways and trade career insights.
Invisalign Open Day | Tue 10 Mar (Fully Booked)
📍 McIntosh Dental, Henderson
Complimentary consultations and treatment offers (waitlist open).
Death Café | 1:30 PM–3:00 PM, Sat 7 Mar
📍 Avondale Library
Open discussion exploring death awareness in a supportive group setting.
DEANZ Repair Café | 5:00 PM–8:00 PM, Fri 6 Mar
📍 Te Atatū South Community Centre
Free repairs for small appliances, clothing, bikes and tech (koha welcome).
Free Teaching: Falun Gong | 2:00 PM–4:00 PM, Sun 8 Mar
📍 Te Atatū Peninsula Community Centre
Introductory meditation and slow exercise sessions (9-week series).
Digital Seniors Hobsonville Hub | Tuesdays (Ongoing)
📍 Hobsonville Bowling Club
Free one-on-one tech help for seniors.
Goode Brothers Quiz Night | 6:30 PM–8:30 PM, Mon 9 Mar
📍 NorthWest
Weekly trivia night with cash prizes.
Quiz Night – Little Creatures Brewing | Wednesdays
📍 Hobsonville
Big-screen trivia night with rotating themes and prizes.
🥋 Martial Arts
56th International Gasshuku | Fri 6 – Sun 8 Mar ($)
📍 Avondale College
Three-day international Aikido seminar with senior instructors from Japan.
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See you next week!
Adrian Domingo
Publisher | West Auckland Digest
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