Whau (local board area)
Whau is a local government area in Auckland, in New Zealand's Auckland Region. It is governed by the Whau Local Board and Auckland Council. It is within the council's Whau Ward.[1]
Whau | |
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Local board area | |
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Auckland |
| Territorial authority | Auckland |
| Ward | Whau Ward |
| Local board | Whau Local Board |
Geography
The area takes its name from Whau River estuary arm of the Waitematā Harbour, which extends into the area.[1]
The area includes the suburbs of Avondale, Blockhouse Bay, Green Bay, Kelston, New Lynn, New Windsor and Rosebank.[1]
New Lynn is the primary retail shopping area, and Kelston and Rosebank have significant industrial areas.[1]
History
Māori used the narrow isthmus as a portage route between the Pacific Ocean via Waitematā Harbour in the north, and the Tasman Sea via the Manukau Harbour in the south. European settlers also used the area in a similar way in the 19th century.[1]
An extensive regeneration of the New Lynn Metropolitan Centre began in the early 21st century, including upgrades of rail facilities and transport routes.[1]
References
- "Council profile". aucklandcouncil.govt.nz. Auckland Council.