Howick Local Board Business Meeting Report for August 2023
On Thursday 17 August, the Howick Local Board held our business meeting for the month. Here’s a summary of some of the key discussions and outcomes. At the end there are links to the official minutes and a recording of this (and previous) meetings.
Auckland Council decision to ignore STV
I am disappointed to see that the Governing Body of Auckland Council today yet again decided to not shift our city to Single Transferable Vote (also known as ranked voting) for the next election.
Eastern Busway requires removal of some trees but will be replaced
While it’s unfortunate to see trees cut down, the removal of some trees in the short-term is necessary to enable the Eastern Busway project to progress. We know that transport is a significant challenge for locals and the Eastern Busway will provide more frequent, reliable and quicker transport choices for East Auckland.
Resident and Ratepayers groups consulted on Local Board Plan
Thank you to all the Residents and Ratepayers groups who contributed last week to our hui on our draft Local Board Plan!
Enjoying Point View Reserve
Took advantage of great weather over the weekend, spending Sunday afternoon with my parents and partner walking in Point View Reserve.
Howick Local Board Business Meeting report for July 2023
On Thursday 20 July, the Howick Local Board held our business meeting for the month. Here’s a summary of some of the key discussions and outcomes. At the end there are links to the official minutes and a recording of this (and previous) meetings.
Public Consultation on Safer Speeds
Today Auckland Transport launched their consultation on their draft speed management plan Katoa, Ka Ora. This plan proposes to set safe and appropriate speeds on approximately 24% of the roads across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
Saving Kauri Kids Howick
Yesterday the Howick Local Board faced one of the most challenging decisions of this term - funding for early childhood education.
Howick Local Board Business Meeting report for June 2023
On Thursday 22 June, the Howick Local Board held our business meeting for the month. Here’s a summary of some of the key discussions and outcomes. At the end there are links to the official minutes and a recording of this (and previous) meetings.
HLB Chairpersons Report May 2023
Each meeting I have the opportunity to table a Chairpersons Report where I convey some the key issues we've been grappling with since our last meeting. I also include a summary of the meetings and events we've been attending as part of our roles, so you can see what we've been up to as well as a couple of photos.
We will remember them.
It was my privilege to represent the Howick Local Board at the Howick ANZAC Dawn and Civic Services on Stockade Hill this morning.
Eastern Busway progresses
The Eastern Busway is a critical transport infrastructure for East Auckland, with significant potential benefits to public transport, private vehicles, walking and cycling.
Howick Local Board Business Meeting Summary for 16 March 2023
On Thursday 16 March, the Howick Local Board held our second business meeting for the year. Here’s a summary of some of the key discussions and outcomes.
Howick Local Board Business Meeting Summary for 16 February 2023
Last Thursday 16 February was the first normal Business Meeting of the Howick Local Board for the year. Here's a summary of some of the key discussions and outcomes.
O Wairoa Marae - Te Whare Wānanga O Wairoa.
Last week I had the honour of being welcomed onto O Wairoa Marae - Te Whare Wānanga O Wairoa.
Howick Police Station is open!
The new Howick Police Station at 76 Cook Street is now open.
Welcoming new citizens into New Zealand
One of the unexpected privileges of being the Chair of the Howick Local Board is overseeing the citizenship ceremonies for new New Zealanders.