Weekly Wrap Up: 19 October 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 19 October (a little later this week due to the long weekend and other work commitments).
Happy Diwali!
It was wonderful to celebrate this important cultural festival on Saturday evening with South East Auckland Senior Citizens' Association.
Enrol by 25 October to vote!
Due to changes in legislation, you must be enrolled by midnight Sunday 25 October to vote in this year's election.
Construction of new dump station in Half Moon Bay
This will provide an environmentally safe and responsible way for motorhomes, campervans, and caravans to empty their self-contained wastewater.
Weekly Wrap Up: 12 October 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 12 October.
More beautiful artworks at Fo Guang Shan
It was wonderful to attend the opening of the second session of the Art Salon at Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple, Flat Bush on Saturday.
Monthly Report: September 2026
On 24 September, the Howick Local Board accepted my members report, my seventh report for the term (covering until 16 September).
More strategic approach to playgrounds
The Howick Local Board is considering how we take a more strategic approach to providing play. No decisions have been made yet and it's all subject to more consultation.
Weekly Wrap Up: 5 October 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 5 October.
Great turnout for Howick Village HOP!
Awesome turnout on Saturday for the The CRC Howick Village HOP!
Happy 115th National Day Taiwan!
Last night fellow Howick Local Board member Adele White and I joined celebrations of the National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan).
Applications open for Event Partnership Fund
Community organisations and event organisers are invited to apply for funding support for annual events to be delivered in the Howick Local Board area between October 2027 and June 2028.
Welcome to our newest Citizens!
Yesterday I joined fellow Howick Local Board members Adele White JP and Krish Naidu to help officiate our Citizenship Ceremony. 319 new citizens from 35 countries, all New Zealanders.
Weekly Wrap Up: 28 September 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 28 September.
Celebrating Korean Culture
On Saturday, fellow Howick Local Board member Jack Collins and I attended the Korean Day event at the Botany Town Centre.
WellFest delivers unique experience at historical church
Last night the historic Selwyn Church in Howick hosted a unique event, as we heard the organ come to life as part of the East Auckland Tourism WellFest.
Auckland Council to move to booth voting in 2028
Auckland Council has voted to bring back in-person voting for the 2028 local elections, becoming the first council in New Zealand to use voting booths since 1992.
New train stations looking amazing
I was in the city for a meeting today, which was a perfect excuse to give the new CRL stations a go.
Weekly Wrap up: 21 September 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 21 September.
History of Howick & Districts in good hands
On Saturday I attended the Annual General Meeting of Howick and Districts Historical Society who are the guardians of the Howick Historical Village, Bell House, and Hawthorne Dene, plus an incredible collection of local historical items and documents.