Kia ora {{first_name | Westie}},
So how was your Halloween? This year seemed to be busier with a lot more people in costume everywhere.
Also coming up this week are a couple more holidays to celebrate: Guy Fawkes (5 Nov) and Diwali (8 Nov)! Fireworks are now available from your favourite retailers. It looks like it’s going to be an explosive week!
This is the PERFECT TIME to go to your local Indian shops, restos, and groceries as many will have sales and promos related to the holiday.
We also went to Westgate recently, more stores are now open around the Kmart but I haven’ seen any posts about them: Sumthin’ Dumpling, Mountain Warehouse.
Also, remember to vote!
Here's what's happening:
Guy Fawkes Guidelines and Laws & Proposed Waterfront Ferris Wheel
Fishing Bans in Auckland & Coromandel & Environmental Threats Identified
Blockhouse Bay History Walk & Te Whau Pathway Expands
Muriwai Beach Vehicle Access Closure for Safety
Strawberry Farm PYO, Grand Opening dates announced
New Lynn & Westgate Welcome Exciting New Eateries
Westgate Gets New Furniture Store & Kiwi Valley Farm is Hiring
Blockhouse Bay Christmas Market & Te Atatu New Dining Spots
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NZ & City Digest
🎣 Intertidal Zone Fishing Ban for Auckland & Coromandel coasts have started from November 1. Most marine life from high tide to 2m depth is banned though some species can still be taken within limits. MPI Fisheries
🎡 Ferris Wheel Proposed for Auckland's Waterfront at Queens Wharf in December for a two-year run. 1News
🦠 Spring Environmental Threats have been raised by Auckland Council and requests reporting of bird flu, invasive clams, yellow-legged hornets, and exotic caulerpa. OurAuckland
🎆 Guy Fawkes Fireworks Rules & Safety Reminders Fireworks are on sale Nov 2–5 (18+). Auckland Council urging responsible use, mindful of neighbours and pets, and reminding people that setting them off in parks and beaches is illegal due to fire risk. OurAuckland
Local Digest
🚶♀️ Heritage Walkway Opens Blockhouse Bay’s new historical photo walkway is now open at Golden Apple Supermarket. Blockhouse Bay Community
🚗 Muriwai Beach Vehicle Access Closed for Guy FawkesCoast Road access is closed Nov 2–9 for fire safety; pedestrian access remains open. Auckland Parks
🍓 Good Planet NZ Announces PYO & Grand Opening Pick-your-own, inflatables, and ice cream open this Thursday with a date locked in for their Grand Opening on December. Good Planet NZ
🚴♀️ New Rizal Crossing Section of Te Whau Pathway Opens The 463m Rizal crossing section of Te Whau Pathway in New Lynn, connecting Wingate St to Rata St in New Lynn is now open. Te Whau Pathway
Business
🐑 Kiwi Valley Farm Park Hiring for Summer Roles including Assistant Nursery Manager, Farm Hand, Event Coordinator, and Reception Relief, all paid at or above the Living Wage.
📍 308 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson
🇮🇳 Auckland Dosa Man Opens in New Lynn offering 100% vegetarian, authentic South Indian flavours like crispy dosas, soft idlis, and delicious chutneys.
📍 11/13 Clark Street, New Lynn
🛋️ Furniture Now Celebrates Grand Opening in Westgate featuring huge savings on sofas, beds, dining, and other home furniture.
📍 17 Fernhill Drive, Westgate
🎄 Blockhouse Bay Village Seeks Performers and Stallholders for their Twilight Christmas Market on Saturday, December 5th at 4pm.
☕ The Hungry Octopus Opens at Te Atatu Boating Club If you fancy a coffee and ice cream they are open from 7am to 6pm, Friday to Sunday, just inside the Te Atatu Boating Club gate.
📍32 Bridge Ave, Te Atatu South
🌊 High Tide Restaurant Opens at Te Atatu RSA The chef Andrew is brings fresh, innovative food and a renewed dining experience to the club for members and guests.
📍1 Harbour View Road, Te Atatu Peninsula
The Weekend Top Picks
♻️ An Upcycled Kiwi Summer
📍 Corban Estate Arts Centre | Fri 3:30pm Learn more
Got old toys, spare produce or a creative streak? Bring the family along for an afternoon of swapping, crafting and community fun. There's free food, kids' activities and plenty of ways to get involved.
🚚 Kaipara Tavern 2nd Birthday Food Truck Night
📍 Kaipara Tavern | Fri 4pm–9pm ($) Learn more
Food trucks, live music and fireworks! The tavern is celebrating its second birthday with a big night of kai, entertainment and celebrations. Grab dinner, enjoy a drink and stick around for the fireworks.
🚚 Te Atatu Food Truck Fridays
📍 Te Atatu South Community Centre | Fri 4:30pm–8:30pm Learn more
Come hungry! This month's food truck night brings flavours from around the world, plus a record fair, vinyl-spinning DJs, free craft workshops and a repair café. Plenty of reasons to make a night of it.
🌙 New Lynn Community Market
📍 New Lynn Community Centre | Fri 7pm–10pm Learn more
Looking for something to do on Friday night? Check out local businesses, browse unique market stalls, grab a bite to eat and enjoy a relaxed evening supporting small businesses in the community.
🎨 Open Studios Waitākere 2026
📍 Waitākere Ranges | Sat, Sun 10am–4pm Learn more
Ever wondered where local artists create their work? More than 60 West Auckland artists are opening their studio doors for a weekend of art, creativity and discovery. Meet the makers, explore their spaces and see everything from paintings and pottery to jewellery and photography.
🎭 Te Kahu o te Rēhia: Kapa Haka Competition
📍 Matipo School, Te Atatū Peninsula | Sat 8:00am–5:00pm ($) Learn more
Get ready for a celebration of West Auckland's young talent! Schools from across the west will take the stage for a day of kapa haka, alongside food stalls, market stalls and plenty of whānau fun.
🏺 Crown Lynn Collector's Market
📍 New Lynn Community Centre | Sat 9am–1pm ($) Learn more
Love Crown Lynn? This one's worth a browse. Hunt for colourful classics, collectable coffee cans and other New Zealand pottery treasures. You never know what you might find!
🏍️ MiniGP Academy Trackday
📍 Hydrovision Rosebank Speedway | Sat 11:30am ($) Learn more
Got a need for speed? MiniGP riders can hit the track for a dedicated riding day at Rosebank Speedway. Junior and senior riders are welcome, with bookings available through MiniGP Academy NZ.
🎤 The Phil Collins and Genesis Tribute Show
📍 Huapai Tavern | Sun 3pm ($) Learn more
Take a trip back to the hits of the '80s and '90s with this Phil Collins and Genesis tribute show. Expect big vocals, classic songs, plenty of energy and even seven costume changes!
💃 After Dark: 2010s Night
📍 The Hangar | Sat 6pm–late Learn more
Time to bring back the 2010s! Expect a night packed with throwback hits from Rihanna, Gaga, Beyoncé, Pitbull, Kesha and more. Dust off those questionable fashion choices and get ready for the dance floor.
Markets
New or irregularly scheduled markets
Bupa Glenburn - Christmas Market 4 Nov Wed 10am-2pm
📍 Bupa Glenburn, New Lynn
Support local artisans at this community Christmas market.Te Kahu o te Rehia: West Auckland Kapa Haka Competition Nov 7 Sat 8am-5pm
📍 Matipo Primary, Te Atatū Peninsula
A celebration of kapa haka, tamariki, rangatahi, whānau and our wider West Auckland hapori.Blockhouse Bay Community Kids Market Nov 7 Sat 8am-12:30pm
📍 Blockhouse Bay Community Centre
Pre-loved toys, clothing, books, games, nursery items, and home-baked goods.Crown Lynn Collector's Market Nov 7 Sat 9am-1pm ($)
📍 New Lynn Community Centre
Ceramics and pottery market perfect for collectors and browsers.Te Atatu Peninsula Crystal Visions Craft & Wellness Market Nov 7 Sat 10am-3pm
📍 Te Atatū Community Centre
Nurture your body, mind, and spirit with a variety of crystals, silver jewellery, healers, tarot card readers, and artisan crafts.
Monthly Markets
New Lynn Community Market Nov 6 Fri 7-10pm
📍 New Lynn Community Centre
Support local small businesses, enjoy delicious food, browse unique stalls, and spend the evening with your community.Te Atatū Food Truck Fridays Nov 6 Fri 4:30-8:30pm
📍 Te Atatu South Community Centre
Food vendors from around the world, the 5th annual Te Atatu record fair, DJ's spinning vinyl, FREE ReCreators craft workshop and repair cafeGlen Eden Second Sundays Market Nov 8 Sun 10am-2pm
📍 Glen Mall Place, Glen Eden
Weekly markets
New Lynn Farmers Market Wednesday 10am-1pm
📍 New Lynn Memorial SquareHenderson Night Market Thu 5pm-11pm
📍 The Boundary, Henderson (Under Kmart)Friday Night Vibes Market Fri From 4pm
📍 Trusts Arena, HendersonCatalina Bay Farmers Market Sat 8:30am-2pm
📍 1/3 Boundary Road, HobsonvilleShed Collective plant-based farmers Market Sat 8:30am-12pm
📍 99 Parrs Cross Road, OratiaAvondale Sunday Market Sun 5am-12pm
📍 23 Elm Street, AvondaleCatalina Bay Farmers Market Sun 8:30am-2pm
📍 1/3 Boundary Road, HobsonvilleKelston Night Market Mon 5pm-11pm
📍 Kelston Mall (Under Countdown)
Links to markets in full event list.
Events this week
Wed 4 Nov
🎄 Bupa Glenburn - Christmas Market | 10am-2pm
📍 New Lynn | Learn more
Support local artisans at this community Christmas market.
🧵 Sew a Beach Bag | 10am-1pm
📍 Massey | Learn more
Creative workshop to sew your own stylish reusable beach bag.
🏐 Youth Volleyball | 3:30-5pm
📍 New Lynn | Learn more
Weekly after-school volleyball drop-in for youth.
💪 FREE Community Fitness - Hart Domain | 6-7pm
📍 Hart Domain | Learn more
Stay active with free weekly community fitness sessions.
🤝 West Auckland Business & Networking Meet-up | 6:30-9pm
📍 Swanson | Learn more
Casual networking event for local West Auckland business owners.
💃 Learn to Dance in the Wild Wild West | Modern Jive Classes New Lynn | 7-9:30pm ($)
📍 New Lynn | Learn more
Weekly beginner-friendly Modern Jive dance classes.
🎬 Wicker Special Advance Screening | 7:30-9:30pm
📍 Avondale | Learn more
A special advance screening of the film Wicker.
🎭 Burn Her | 8-10pm ($)
📍 Titirangi | Learn more
A gripping political drama exploring ambition, scandal, and integrity within a New Zealand parliamentary party.
Thu 5 Nov
🧵 DIY Workshop for Adults - Zipper Pouch! | 10am-1pm ($)
📍 New Lynn | Learn more
Learn to sew a custom zipper pouch from upcycled materials in this adult workshop.
📖 Diwali Storytime | 10:30-11am
📍 Pukekohe East | Learn more
Fun themed story, rhyme, and dance sessions for little ones.
🖼️ Hobart & Melbourne Art Tour | 12-3pm ($)
📍 Titirangi | Learn more
Join a curated art tour through Hobart and Melbourne galleries and studios.
🌺 Vaka Tautua Drop-In at Avondale Library | 12-2pm
📍 Avondale | Learn more
Drop-in session for Pacific mental health and social support.
🏐 FREE Dodgeball After School Programme | 4-5pm
📍 New Lynn | Learn more
An active and energetic after-school dodgeball game for youth.
🃏 Yu-Gi-Oh! Learn to Play | 6:30-9:30pm
📍 New Lynn | Learn more
Free session to learn how to play Yu-Gi-Oh! with store decks.
🎞️ Pan’s Labyrinth (2006) 20th Anniversary 4k Restoration | 7:30-9:30pm ($)
📍 Avondale | Learn more
Special 4K anniversary screening of the fantasy classic Pan's Labyrinth.
Fri 6 Nov
🎣 Marine Deals Commodore's Snapper Classic | 6am ($)
📍 Te Atatu South | Learn more
A three-day fishing tournament with categories for Snapper and Kingfish plus prize giving.
☀️ An Upcycled Kiwi Summer | 3:30-6:30pm
📍 Henderson | Learn more
A free community summer fair featuring cooking, swapping, and fun activities.
🥾 Bring it Home — Gumboot throw world record attempt | 4-7pm
📍 Henderson | Learn more
Join the world record gumboot throw to support youth mental health.
🚚 Food Truck Night @ The Tavern! | 4-10pm
📍 Kaipara Tavern | Learn more
Food truck night and tavern anniversary celebration.
🌙 Friday Night Vibes Market | 4-9pm
📍 Henderson | Learn more
Evening market with local food, music, and great weekend vibes.
🚚 Te Atatu Food Truck Fridays | 4:30-8:30pm
📍 Te Atatu South | Learn more
Community night with food trucks, records, and craft workshops.
🧘 Sacred Touch Immersion | 5pm-7am ($)
📍 Waitakere Ranges | Learn more
Exclusive multi-day workshop on sacred touch and intimacy.
🛠️ DEANZ Te Atatu South Repair Cafe | 5-8pm
📍 Te Atatu South | Learn more
Monthly repair cafe for fixing small appliances and household items.
🎨 Date night: Sip and paint | 6:30-8:30pm
📍 Massey | Learn more
Creative sip and paint workshop making canvases and frames.
🃏 Pokemon - Delta Reign Release Day Collect n Play | 6:30-9:30pm ($)
📍 New Lynn | Learn more
Join the local Pokemon league for battles and trading card fun.
🛍️ New Lynn Community Market | 7-11pm
📍 New Lynn | Learn more
Monthly community market featuring local food, stalls, and music.
🎵 R&B Rewind | 7-10pm
📍 Te Atatu | Learn more
A nostalgic night of old-school R&B and Hip Hop hits.
🥊 Rocky 50Th Anniversary 4K Restoration | 8-10pm ($)
📍 Avondale | Learn more
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Rocky with a special 4K big-screen showing.
🎵 Te Atatu Record Fair | 4:30-8:30pm
📍 Te Atatu South | Learn more
Vinyl records across all genres, live DJ, and local food trucks.
Sat 7 Nov
📜 NZSBA Auckland Regional Event - Journey to Te Tiriti o Waitangi | 7am-7pm
📍 Henderson | Learn more
A regional educational event journeying through Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
🇳🇿 Te Kahu o te Rehia: West Auckland Kapa Haka Competition | 8am-5pm ($)
📍 Te Atatū Peninsula | Learn more
A celebration of kapa haka, tamariki, rangatahi, whānau and our wider West Auckland hapori.
💪 FREE Community Fitness - Royal Reserve | 8-9am
📍 Royal Road Reserve | Learn more
Free outdoor community fitness session at Royal Reserve.
🏺 Crown Lynn Collector's Market | 9am-1pm ($)
📍 New Lynn | Learn more
Ceramics and pottery market perfect for collectors and browsers.
🎨 Open Studios Waitākere | 10am-4pm
📍 Waitakere Ranges | Learn more
Explore local art studios and meet creators across the Waitākere region.
🔮 Crystal Visions NZ @Te Atatu Peninsula Holistic & Wellness Market | 10am-3pm
📍 Te Atatū Peninsula | Learn more
A holistic and wellness market featuring NZ-made products.
♻️ Free E-Waste Drive-Thru & Drop Off | 10am-2pm
📍 Avondale | Learn more
Easy drive-thru recycling event for unwanted household electronics.
🐕 Pat & Chat - Animates Westgate | 10am-1pm
📍 West Harbour | Learn more
Meet friendly greyhounds and learn about the adoption process.
🌴 Pasifika Pop Up Play | 10am-1pm
📍 Henderson | Learn more
A free, family-friendly Pasifika-inspired play event celebrating connection and culture.
🔨 Build a Raised Planter box, Power Tools 101 | 10am-2pm
📍 Massey | Learn more
Hands-on workshop building a raised planter box with power tools.
💡 Diwali STEM Card Workshop | 10:30am-12pm ($)
📍 Auckland | Learn more
Creative workshop where kids build electrical circuits into cards.\
🪔 Diwali Bollywood Dance and Saree Demonstration | 11am
📍 Henderson | Learn more
Celebrate Diwali with vibrant Bollywood dance moves and a saree draping demonstration.
🏍️ Rosebank Rd Auckland Minigp Trackday | 11:30am-2:30pm ($)
📍 Hydrovision Rosebank Speedway | Learn more
Get on track for a MiniGP motorcycle experience.
🎸 Saturday Sessions - The Sons | 12-3pm
📍 Workshop Bar | Learn more
Catch The Sons performing live at the bar for a fun Saturday afternoon.
🚲 Adult Learn to Ride - On the Road | 1:15-3:30pm
📍 Avondale | Learn more
Cycling course to build confidence riding on public roads.
☕ Death Café | 1:30-3pm
📍 Avondale | Learn more
A confidential and casual discussion group exploring thoughts on death.
📖 Titirangi Library Saturday Bookchat | 2-3:30pm
📍 Titirangi | Learn more
A friendly informal gathering for book lovers to discuss their latest reads.
🎥 Ran (1985) | 3-5:40pm ($)
📍 Avondale | Learn more
Screening of Akira Kurosawa's epic masterpiece Ran.
✂️ Paper Weaving Christmas Cards, Creative Kids Collective | 3-5pm
📍 Point Chevalier | Learn more
Festive paper weaving workshop for all ages.
💿 After Dark - 2010's Night | 6-9pm
📍 Henderson | Learn more
A 2010s throwback music night with DJ sets.
🧠 North West Toy Library Quiz Night | 6:30-10pm ($)
📍 West Harbour | Learn more
Fundraiser quiz night to support the local toy library.
🧸 Blockhouse Bay Kids Market | 9am-12pm
📍 Blockhouse Bay | Learn more
Pre-loved toys, clothing, books, games, nursery items, and home-baked goods.
🎵 Alma Tango live at The Cellar Art Club. | 7pm
📍 Henderson | Learn more
Experience a night of live tango music at The Cellar Art Club.
Sun 8 Nov
🚲 Adult Learn to Ride - On the Road | 8:45-11am
📍 Hobsonville | Learn more
Practical cycling lessons for adults to gain confidence on public roads.
🚲 Adults Learn to Ride on Bike Paths | 9-11am
📍 Waterview | Learn more
Learn to ride your bike safely on protected cycle paths.
🛡️ Ready Together, Titirangi - Community Resilience Event | 10am-12:30pm
📍 Titirangi | Learn more
Community event focused on family emergency preparedness and fun.
🎨 TRSS Art Foundation as part of Open Studios Waitakere | 10am-3pm ($)
📍 Titirangi | Learn more
Open day featuring creative student work and hands-on art activities.
🌿 Community Wellness Discovery Day | 10:30am-4:30pm ($)
📍 Oratia | Learn more
A mini wellness festival featuring workshops, taster sessions, and community vibes.
🎵 Sunday Live at The Boat House | 12-5pm
📍 Riverhead | Learn more
Live music, family-friendly atmosphere, and riverside relaxation.
🧱 Riverhead LEGO Club | 1:30-3:30pm
📍 Riverhead | Learn more
Weekly LEGO building session for the community.
🛠️ Make a Side/Coffee table: Power Tools 101 | 1:30-5:30pm ($)
📍 Massey | Learn more
Hands-on woodworking workshop to build a side table using power tools.
🎶 The Phil Collins and Genesis Tribute Show | 3-6pm ($)
📍 Huapai | Learn more
Phil Collins and Genesis tribute concert featuring hits, costume changes, and high-energy performance.
💍 Upcycled Jewellery, Creative Kids Collective | 3-5pm
📍 Point Chevalier | Learn more
Free workshop for youth to create upcycled jewellery.
🎬 Ken Russell's The Devils 4K Encore Screening | 6:30-8:30pm ($)
📍 Avondale | Learn more
A special 4K restoration screening of Ken Russell's classic film.
Mon 9 Nov
🐔 Chicken kaiatiaki - Learn all about Chickens | 10am-12:30pm
📍 Massey | Learn more
Hands-on workshop for learning how to raise backyard chickens.
🍱 Japanese Week at iTi | 12pm-11pm ($)
📍 Titirangi | Learn more
Enjoy a special two-week menu featuring Japanese-inspired dishes and cocktails.
🥃 Whisky Week @ Liquorland | 12-8:30pm
📍 Titirangi | Learn more
A week-long celebration of whisky with tastings and discounts.
👂 Free Hearing Checks | 12:30-4pm
📍 New Lynn | Learn more
Drop in for a quick, no-pressure, free hearing screening.
🤠 Wild Westies – Beginner Line Dancing Class | 6-7pm ($)
📍 Titirangi | Learn more
Beginner-friendly line dancing class to get you moving.
Tue 10 Nov
🪈 Make a Kōauau: Power Tools 101 | 10am-1pm
📍 Massey | Learn more
Learn to make a traditional Māori flute using power tools.
🍳 Mums Cooking With Confidence | 2-2pm
📍 Henderson | Learn more
Learn cooking tips and tricks in this three-part series for mums.
⚖️ 100 Years of Legal Practice in West Auckland | 6pm ($)
📍 Henderson | Learn more
Book launch, legal history celebration, guest speakers, canapés, and drinks.
That’s it! Hope the events list got you sorted! See you next week!
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