Te Whau Pathway (TWPP) will be the silver lining of the Whau river and the meeting of both Waitematā and Manukau Harbours. Forged across a time and place of significant cultural histories, this pathway invites people to rediscover themselves in the whenua and to honour the natural beauty of the awa. We are excited to partner with TWPP as the Community Art project leads.
Image: ‘Whau Zine’ by students from the July Whau Holiday Art Programme and Lori
What is Te Whau Pathway Project (TWPP)?
Te Whau Hīkoi is a shared path for pedestrians and cyclists. It will connect Manukau Harbour at Green Bay Beach to the Waitematā Harbour at Te Atatū Peninsula along a traditional Māori taonga waka (portage).
The pathway will follow the edge of the Whau River and link 33 parks, reserves, esplanades, parks and roads along the river and Portage Road. It will provide a safe commuter and recreational route for all Aucklanders and visitors, connecting communities in Green Bay, Avondale, New Lynn, Kelston, Glendene and Te Atatū.
The aim is to connect people and places to each other and to green spaces and waterways.
WHAU ART HOLIDAY PROGRAMME
The Whau Art Holiday Programme is all about connecting young local artists with their environment and river through creativity. Each programme was unique and rangatahi explore a range of creative mediums including visual art; music; writing and more. Art created at these programmes become part of Te Whau Pathway public art collection and feature on the pathway and online!
Te Whau Community Art
Te Whau Pathway Project is supported by;
