Plan Change 120: Housing Intensification continues with tight timeframes
On Tuesday 9 June, the Policy, Planning, and Development Committee of Auckland Council voted to ask local boards and iwi for feedback on two options for potential amendments to Plan Change 120.
Weekly Wrap Up: 1 June 2026
Each week I’m providing a quick summary of the meetings and events I’ve attended as a member of the Howick Local Board (HLB). This is my report for last week, starting Monday 1 June.
Illegal dumping a blight on our community
Illegal dumping is a blight on neighbourhoods and communities. Unfortunately it's a shame that some people think it's okay to leave their trash for others to deal with.
Photo Credit: RNZ/ Teuila Fuatai
Plan Change 120 - housing intensification
The Government has changed the target for housing intensification in Auckland again and the Governing Body (Mayor and Councillors) have been meeting to work through the potential options for how to respond to this new target.
Weekly Wrap Up: 25 May 2026
Each week I’m providing a quick summary of the meetings and events I’ve attended as a member of the Howick Local Board (HLB). This is my report for last week, starting Monday 25 May.
Monthly Report - May 2026
At last week's Howick Local Board meeting, I presented my monthly report which was accepted by the Board.
Weekly Wrap Up: 18 May 2026
Each week I’m providing a quick summary of the meetings and events I’ve attended as a member of the Howick Local Board (HLB). This is my report for last week, starting Monday 18 May.
Lloyd Elsmore Dog Park Upgrade!
We’re excited to share that renewal works at the Lloyd Elsmore Dog Park are scheduled to begin from mid next week!
Weekly Wrap Up: 11 May 2026
Each week I’m providing a quick summary of the meetings and events I’ve attended as a member of the Howick Local Board (HLB). This is my report for last week, starting Monday 11 May.
147 years of Fiji Girmit
On Saturday evening I attended an event to acknowledge 147 years of Fiji Girmit, organised by the Fiji Girmit Foundation NZ.
Celebrating the Dragon Boat Festival
On Saturday, I attended the Dragon Boat Festival hosted by Botany Chinese Association, along with Howick Local Board Acting-Chair Kai Zeng, and colleagues from neighbouring Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.
International Day Against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination
Today (17 May) is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), also known as International Day Against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination.
Weekly Wrap Up: 4 May 2026
Each week I’m providing a quick summary of the meetings and events I’ve attended as a member of the Howick Local Board (HLB). This is my report for last week, starting Monday 4 May.
12th 3G4G Festival of Cultural Sharing
On Friday I attended 3G4G Festival of Cultural Sharing at Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple. In it’s 12 year, the festival provides opportunities for local schools to visit and learn about the history and culture of this special place.
Howick Art Group and Howick Historical Village deliver unique collaboration
It was wonderful to join fellow Howick Local Board member Adele White at the opening of the Howick Art Group exhibition at Howick Historical Village.
Proposed changes for intersection of Pakūranga Rd, Hutchinsons Rd, and Aberfeldy Ave
The intersection of Pakūranga Road, Hutchinsons Road, and Aberfeldy Avenue is currently ranked as the 7th highest risk intersection in Auckland due to its poor crash history.
Consultation on Auckland regional skatepark strategy
Auckland Council is developing a regional skatepark plan to guide how skateparks and skate spaces across Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland are planned, upgraded, and connected.
Good news for Tarnica Playground!
The Howick Local Board is undertaking a minor refurbishment for the playground at Tarnica Reserve, Northpark in Botany.