Welcome to the Whau Ethnic Collective!

Whau Eid Festival on 19 April 2025

The Whau Ethnic Collective, in collaboration with the New Lynn Community Centre, organised a vibrant array of ethnic celebrations featuring food and craft stalls and a photo booth. The festival was alive with colour, children’s activities, rich cultural displays, and a strong sense of unity and community spirit, showcasing ethnic performances, cultural activities, and festive fun. 

Many community organisations came together to help create the Whau Eid Festival, a celebration of our local Muslim community's diverse cultures and traditions. 

The Eid Festival also served as a platform to promote inclusivity, fostering a sense of belonging and togetherness across all communities in the Whau. 

We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Whau Local Board and Trust, who funded all our activities.

Whau Ethnic Seniors Event held on 16 Nov 2024 was a heartwarming celebration of our diverse senior community, bringing together over 150 participants for a day of connection, culture, and fun. 

We're deeply grateful to Whau Local Board members—Kay Thomas, our dedicated Chair and Patron of the Whau Ethnic Collective, Ross Claw, Catherine Farmer, Valeria Norm Gascoigne, and Kerrin Leoni Whau Ward Councillor for their ongoing support and commitment.

With support from Whau Local Board members, Kāinga Ora, and other community partners, the event featured captivating performances, including the Colorful Art Group, Dragon and Drum Dance, and Cook Island dance. Engaging activities like chair yoga and performances by local children made the day unforgettable. We are grateful to all the volunteers, stallholders, and attendees who made this event a great success, fostering unity and joy within our ethnic senior community.

Whau Chinese New Year Festival on 23 Feb 2025.

Whau Ethnic Collective collaborated with SportHub (Synergy) Community Trust to support the Whau Chinese New Year 2025 Festival and to celebrate the Lunar New Year. This event was a vibrant celebration of cultural diversity and festivities, aiming to showcase the unique charm of Chinese traditional culture while reflecting the inclusivity and diversity of our community. 

The event provided an opportunity for the Chinese community in the Whau to engage with other ethnic people and come together and enjoy a day filled with music, dragon dancing, traditional food, kids activities, and marking the significance of the Lunar New Year. 

We are proud to support such meaningful events that strengthen bonds within our diverse community to bring about inclusivity and promote robust ethnic presence through participation.