Westgate Bus Station Opens | New World Te Atatū Peninsula Opens

Kia ora {{first_name | Westie}},

Oh boy it’s been a wet couple of weekends. The forecast says a sunny week and another wet weekend!

The excitement around the CRL has been building up as the recent open days were visitied by tens of thousands of Aucklanders. I’m seeing more presence of politicians everywhere as 2026 Election season approaches. Don’t forget to enroll!

Here's what's happening:

42 Events and 11 Markets this week!!

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🚇 Photos and Videos of CRL As the new stations open to the public, we can now view inside looks of the new City Rail Link stations, with the final public open day for Te Waihorotiu Station on 22 August. Instagram

💧 Auckland's Water Supply in Good Shape Auckland's water storage is at 94 percent, well above average, making water restrictions unlikely this summer despite expected drier El Niño conditions, as Watercare updates its Drought Management Plan. OurAuckland

🌉 Next Steps for Waitematā Harbour Crossing Confirmed The Government is advancing a Detailed Business Case for an additional Waitematā Harbour Crossing, considering tunnel and other options, a study into Meola Reef, and a market-led proposal to upgrade the existing bridge, with work expected to conclude in 2027. Beehive

📚 Updated Science and Social Sciences Curriculum for Schools A fully updated Science and Social Sciences curriculum for Years 0-10 has been released, offering clearer learning pathways and a stronger focus on civics and financial education, with implementation from early 2027. Beehive

💼 MSD Upgrades Job Search Website to Connect Kiwis with Work The Ministry of Social Development has upgraded its job search website to MyMSD Jobs, using job matching technology to better connect West Auckland job seekers with over 7,700 available positions. Beehive

🚗 Auckland Council Taking Back Control of Transport with 'Quick Fix' Programme Auckland Council is resuming control of transport on October 1st and launching a 'Quick Fix' programme to tackle frustrating everyday transport issues like blocked lanes and confusing road markings, aiming for rapid improvements across the city. OurAuckland

🛒 New World Te Atatu Peninsula Now Open Te Atatu Peninsula locals can now enjoy a new New World supermarket, providing convenient grocery shopping closer to home. Facebook

🤝 Te Henga Marae Project Moves Closer with Council Funding Auckland Council has allocated up to $2.2 million to Te Kawerau ā Maki, pushing the long-held vision of establishing Te Henga Marae in West Auckland significantly closer to reality. OurAuckland

🚌 Westgate Te Waiarohia Bus Station Officially Opens The first permanent infrastructure for the Northwest Busway, the Westgate Te Waiarohia Station, has officially opened, marking a major milestone for West Auckland's public transport network. Greater Auckland

✈️ NZ Defence Force Pilot Training Continues at Whenuapai West Aucklanders near Whenuapai may see and hear T-6C Texans as the New Zealand Defence Force continues pilot training between Parakai, Orewa, and Wellsford until August 21st. Facebook

🍎 Hobsonville Food Park welcomes new vendor Love Dem Apples The weekly food park lineup has added Love Dem Apples, known for its soft caramel apples.
📍 102 Hobsonville Road, Hobsonville

🧺 The Washery opens new 24/7 laundromat in Avondale The Washery is a new modern, secure self-service laundromat with high-quality machines and convenient payment options.
📍 38 Rosebank Road, Avondale

🎉 Glen Eden Community House seeks local businesses They are looking for West Auckland bakers, caterers, event decorators and activity providers to partner on new event packages.
📍 13 Pisces Road, Glen Eden

🌙 Whau Moon Festival seeks market stall vendors Vendors can apply for a spot at the 2026 Whau Moon Festival, with food, music and cultural performances planned for the event. Apply here.
📍 36 Portage Road, New Lynn

🌈 The Colour Lab opens in Hobsonville The new business offers 16-Season Personal Colour Analysis to help clients find their most flattering colours for clothing, makeup and hair.
📍 120 Hobsonville Road, Hobsonville

🌶️ Bhookh Lagi Hai brings Indian street food to New Lynn The spot is serving authentic Indian street food from its Clarke Street location.
📍 11/13 Clarke Street, New Lynn

🍗 Country Fried Chicken opens in Glendene The new 100% halal fried chicken spot is open Friday to Sunday from 3–11pm.
📍 4261 Great North Road, Glendene

🎄 Henderson Christmas Festival seeks local talent and stallholders The 2026 festival is inviting local schools, community groups, performers and stallholders to be part of the festive celebration.
📍 Corban Estate Arts Centre, Henderson

🏆 Glen Eden based UmamiBee NZ named Food Awards finalist The West Auckland food brand is a finalist in the 2026 New Zealand Food Awards for its Fermented Mushroom Gravy.
📍 Glen Eden

🌙 Friday Night Vibes Market
📍 The Trusts Arena | Fri 4pm Learn more
Kick off your weekend with an evening of delicious street food, local artisans, and vibrant community energy at The Trusts Arena.

💿 Y2K Takeover
📍 Mr Illingsworth, Te Atatū Peninsula | Fri 7pm–late Learn more
Step back into the golden era of the millennium! Get ready to relive the 2000s with a night dedicated to the best hits, msn statuses, and nostalgic pop anthems.

🍪 Cookie Time Bakery Shop Flash Sale
📍 35 Keeling Road, Auckland | Fri, Sat 10:30am–4pm Learn more
Indulge your sweet tooth at the ultimate cookie celebration! Join Cookie Time Bakery Shop for a two-day flash sale packed with delicious treats, free giveaways, and amazing clearance deals you won't want to miss.

🎨 Community Art Exhibition Autumn ‘26
📍 The Trusts Arena | Sat, Sun 10:30am–4:30pm Learn more
Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of creativity at The Trusts Arena, featuring an inspiring collection of works by talented local student artists.

🧸 Gently Loved Markets: Just Kids
📍 Sunderland Lounge, Hobsonville | Sat 10am–1pm Learn more
Looking for sustainable treasures for the little ones? Join the community at Sunderland Lounge for a morning of preloved finds, from clothing to nursery essentials.

🌱 Community Flood Resilience Planting
📍 66 Border Rd, Henderson | Sat 1pm Learn more
Join the MPHS Community Trust for a hands-on afternoon of environmental care as we wrap up our planting season along the Ōpanuku stream. Help us strengthen the banks and improve local flood resilience while enjoying the outdoors with your neighbors.

🎸 Saturday Sessions: One One One
📍 Workshop Bar, Kelston | Sat 4:30pm–7:30pm Learn more
Kick back and enjoy the weekend vibes at Workshop Bar with live music from One One One. It’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday afternoon in Kelston with great tunes and a relaxed atmosphere.

🌙 Luna Bites Henderson Night Market
📍 Te Pai Centre | Fri 5pm–8:30pm Learn more
West Auckland, get ready! Luna Bites is bringing a stacked lineup of the city’s best street food vendors to Henderson for one night only. Say goodbye to cooking and stressing over dinner, and come enjoy a vibrant evening of delicious eats, live music, and great community vibes.

🏍️ X-Grip NZ Woodhill Two Man Series - Dirtbiking - Round 2
📍 Restall Road, Woodhill | Sun 9am ($) Learn more
Rev your engines and gather your teammates for an adrenaline-fueled day of off-road action at the X-Grip NZ Woodhill Two Man Series!

🧱 Riverhead Community LEGO Club Opening Day
📍 Riverhead Citizens Hall | Sun 1:30pm–3:30pm Learn more
Unleash your creativity and build connections at the Riverhead Community LEGO Club! Whether you're a master builder or just starting out, come enjoy a calm, sensory-friendly space designed for everyone to socialize and create together.

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