Welcome to the Whau Ethnic Collective!
Kia Ora, Ni Hao, Namaste, Mabuhay, Annyeonghaseyo, Salaam Alaykum, Hujambo and warm greetings.
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Whau Ethnic Collective is a community organisation dedicated to promoting multiculturalism, fostering diversity, and enhancing social cohesion with a strong voice for the ethnic communities within the Whau region of Auckland, New Zealand. Members of the Whau Ethnic Collective are community leaders from various Ethnic communities in the Whau. Through this website and community partnerships, we hope to create a more inclusive Whau to meet the needs of a growing and increasingly diverse ethnic community. Learn more...
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Summer Fun in the Park
Summer Fun in the Park
We were invited to support New Lynn Community Centre at their annual fun-filled Summer event at Olympic Park. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with our community and with Blockhouse Bay Community Centre, whom we shared our stall with!
The smoothie bike was hugely popular with children and adults! Thanks to New Lynn Community Centre for inviting us, see you at the next one!
Hoani Waititi Marae Visit
Hoani Waititi Marae Visit
This week, some our collective had the privilege of spending a morning at Hoani Waititi Marae in Oratia, deepening our understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and *Te Ao Māori. We were welcomed onto the marae and experienced first-hand how rich with culture, respect, and connection the space is.
Our hosts guided us through the marae grounds, which include a Māori immersion school, gardens filled with nourishment, a traditional hāngī pit, and many other taonga/treasures that bring the marae to life. One of the highlights was learning to weave a putiputi (flax flower) with the wonderful Anne-Margeret, who shared both her skill and her stories with us.
We closed the day gathered in a circle, reflecting on what we had learned and the gratitude we felt for such a meaningful experience. Each of us offered a single word to capture how we were feeling. Words like “grateful,” “honoured,” “mānākitanga,” and “humble” were just some of the words used.
For anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of Te Tiriti and Te Ao Māori - especially those new to Aotearoa - we encourage a visit to this special place and its people.
Ngā mihi nui / our heartfelt thanks to Hoani Waititi for welcoming us into their sacred space.
If you’d like to learn more about Hoani Waititi Marae, you can visit their website:
Special thanks to Whau Local Board for making this visit possible.
Get to know the Whau
Get to know the Whau
Get to know the Whau - 2 Aug 2025
Whau Ethnic Collective participated in the “Get to Know the Whau” an event organized by the New Lynn Community Centre and the Whau Local Board.
It was fantastic initiated to bring together all community and service providers in the Whau region to one location to showcase to new residents a one-stop-shop for all community services.
It was also a great opportunity for networking and collaboration of all community organisations and residents. This strengthened engagement with our ethnic communities to foster a sense of belonging.
WEC Podcast on Emergency Preparedness
WEC Podcast on Emergency Preparedness
6 & 20 Sep 2025
Whau Ethnic Collective applied for Podcast kit and training from Crescendo Trust, who engage with Rangatahi (youth) to create and build positive pathways through music production and wellbeing programmes. The intention is to create a WEC podcasts in different languages on emergency preparedness interviewing experts from Auckland Emergency Management (AEM) where we connect communities, share stories, and learn together. Each episode, we bring voices from across our diverse communities, along with expert advice and practical information on disaster preparedness, health, culture, and civic engagement. we’re building resilience, celebrating culture, and strengthening connections in the Whau.
Whau Chinese New Year Festival
Whau Chinese New Year Festival
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.
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