1,177,000
Given back to our community in 2025
Keeping it local
From Huia to Whenuapai and everywhere in between, The Trusts are all about keeping things local in our communities.
That’s why our surplus profits go right back into local schools, community groups, businesses, and people who are dedicated to helping our place thrive.
Owned by the community. Run by the community. For the community.
Our Funds
There are five avenues for support from The Trusts.
Our Support and Innovation Funds help local community organisations handle major projects, cover operational costs and foster new initiatives. For a little extra helping hand throughout the year our smaller Supporter’s Club and Community Donations provide a boost to local projects while our Sponsorships bring extra funds to businesses working to enhance The West.
If you need help to bring about positive change in our community find out how we can support you or get in touch!
Latest News
Find out how we help communities in The West thrive.
Zeal are bridging the digital divide for West Auckland rangatahi
Zeal are bridging the digital divide for West Auckland rangatahi
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Proud to be recognised in Rosebank’s Most Wanted
Proud to be recognised in Rosebank’s Most Wanted
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Wetland Festival 2026 at Matuku Link
Wetland Festival 2026 at Matuku Link
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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway
12 Days of Christmas Giveaway
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Your support keeps our communities thriving. The money we distribute comes from surplus profits at our retail and hospitality businesses.
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Many West Auckland rangatahi still lack reliable access to digital technology, a gap that limits learning and opportunities. Zeal's Texpo programme is helping change that.
Backed by more than $87,000 from the Your West Innovation Fund, Texpo builds practical digital skills through hands-on, two-day workshops at Zeal West Auckland that immerse students in areas like film, podcasting, design, creative technology, and even building game controllers from e-waste.
Join us at our monthly Waitākere Licensing Trust meeting Thursday 5 February at 5pm at The Trusts Support Office, Level 1, 703 Rosebank Road, Avondale.
This is a public meeting, and all are invited to join us.
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In November 2025, the Waitākere Licensing Trust community gathered to honour Warren Flaunty QSM for an extraordinary 40 years of service as an Elected Member.
Over four decades, Warren has been a tireless advocate for community development, responsible governance, and ensuring that local benefits stay local. His work has helped shape the identity of West Auckland, strengthening neighbourhoods, supporting grassroots initiatives, and contributing to the vibrant, connected region the West is proud to be.
As Warren steps back from official duties, the Trust and the community extend their heartfelt thanks for his decades of commitment. It was a privilege to gather in celebration of a leader whose contribution has shaped so much of what makes West Auckland strong today.
Seed 2 Harvest are connecting the community with $12,240.10 in Trusts funding going towards maintenance and operational costs of the S2H Centre.
The Centre exists to provide community services, including a social supermarket, community garden, educational workshops, and indigenous wellbeing programs. 💪
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