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March

Family Fun, Prizes for Running and Music Galore...

What: Titirangi Festival of Music
When: Saturday 29 March - Saturday 5 April

The Titirangi Festival of Music is presenting another year of contemporary concerts, an extensive range of workshops, street performances and school events.

There is plenty happening so make sure to download a programme from the Titirangi Festival of Music website. 

There was a special opening collaboration with Waitakere Sounds held on Saturday 29 March featuring Mamaku Project, Mahinarangi Tocker, One Million Dollars and the Ropehead Rhythms Sound System.

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What: Whanau Day Out
When: Saturday 5 April

A free community event being hosted at Parrs Park for the whole family to enjoy.

Lots of entertainment from various dance and school groups plus Michael Jackson and Freddie Mercury will make guest appearances!

Plenty of other amusements, stalls, rides, competitions and prizes to round out the whole day.

Whanau Day Out is brought to you by the Ezekiel 33 Trust.

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What: Whenuapai Half Marathon/6km & 10km Fun Run
When: Sunday 6 April

Kicking off at 7:30am from Whenuapai School, thanks to United Travel there is $2000 of travel to any destination spot prizes up for grabs in the 10km and half marathon events.

There is also a great Avanti Plus child's bike spot prize in the 6km event.

Best get your jogging shoes on!

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Coming up this week in Waitakere...

What: Te Ra Mokopuna - Family Fun Day
When: Saturday 29 March

This is a free, entertainment filled day celebrating young children, youth, parents and grandparents in Massey.

There'll be bouncy castles, pony rides, local community group and school performances, dance competitions, a local talent quest and lots more.

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What: Peninsula Festival
When: Saturday 29 March

A free community event for all age groups. Enjoy the variety of live bands and dance groups performing as well as partake in the many water activities on offer including jet skis, kayaks, big boat trips and more.

There will also be face painting  and clowns for the kids along with great food and spot prizes for everyone.

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What: Titirangi Music Festival
When: Saturday 29 March - Saturday 5 April

The Titirangi Music Festival is presenting another year of contemporary concerts, an extensive range of workshops, street performances and school events.

There is plenty happening so make sure to download a programme from the Titirangi Music Festival website. 

There is a special opening collaboration with Waitakere Sounds on Saturday 29 March featuring Mamaku Project, Mahinarangi Tocker, One Million Dollars and the Ropehead Rhythms Sound System.

More details in What's On

Enjoy Your Easter Holiday Break!

Fri 21 Mar - Mon 24 Mar

The Easter holidays have fast approached us again this year and there's a variety of things you can do over this break.

If you're in a traditional mood, there will be plenty of Easter services being held at your local churches, please check with them for times.

For a bit of family fun and entertainment, the Royal Easter Show is on again this year.

Planning on travelling away over the break?
Make sure to travel safe and be mindful of traffic congestion at the start and end of the holiday period.

Please remember that Friday and Monday are public holidays with most businesses, shopping malls and other services closing on Friday. On Monday, most retail stores should be open.

Last but not least, it's always interesting to understand the background and meaning behind such events like Easter. There is a very informative section about Easter on Wikipedia for your interest

Citizens Advice Bureau - Real Voices, Real People for all People

Celebrating Citizens Advice Bureau Awareness Week 10-16 March

Most of us have been in a situation where we need to information or want to know about our rights but do not know the answers.

• Feel you've been ripped off?
• Been told it can't be helped?
• New to Waitakere?
• Neighbourhood problems?
• Trouble at work?
• Who to complain to?
• Need Legal Advice?
• Help with your budget?

Where to go, when you need to know? Your local Citizens Advice Bureau - Glen Eden, Henderson, Massey or New Lynn

0800- 367-222 or 0800 FOR CAB

Events to check out in March!

Community free event promoting sustainable living, eco products and services, organic produce and food, green transport.

Children’s entertainers and free bus tours and seminars will be available.

 For the full programme, visit the website at www.ecoday.org.nz

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For the first time ever, the well established BFM Summer Series ventures into the west and partners up with Waitakere Sounds to bring the some of BFM’s hottest acts.

It includes Tenement Yard, The Managers, State of Mind of the Batucada Sound Machine.

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The power of two will see the collaboration of Waitakere Sounds and the Titirangi Music Festival.

Featuring Mamaku Project, Mahinarangi Tocker, One Million Dollars and Ropehead Rhythms Sound System.

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