Make sure we're working on what matters to you!
The Howick Local Board is currently consulting on our draft local board plan - our three year strategy that drives what we do for you.
Weekly Wrap Up: 13 July 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 13 July.
Celebrating Matariki at O Wairoa Marae
On Saturday we celebrated Matariki at O Wairoa Marae in Howick.
Great news for Burswood - new playground coming soon!
Recently the Howick Local Board granted approval for construction of a new playground for Burswood. This will be funded by the Eastern Busway project, as part of the compensation for the impacts of property acquisition and construction.
Delivering for our community
I’m really proud of the work we've done over the past few years, upgrading our public spaces to respond to the changing needs of the communities we serve.
Weekly Wrap Up: 6 July 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 6 July.
Reusing and Recycling vital
Last week, members of the Howick Local Board were offered an opportunity to tour the Onehunga Community Recycling Centre and the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF).
Weekly Wrap Up: 29 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 29 June.
Estuary Art and Ecology Awards marks 20 years of environmentally focused artworks
Saturday was a busy day, starting in the early hours with a dawn whakatuwhera / opening ceremony for the 20th Estuary Art and Ecology Awards at UXBRIDGE Arts & Culture.
Weekly Wrap Up: 22 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 22 June.
Weekly Wrap Up: 15 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 15 June.
Two scenarios for housing intensification and resilience (Plan Change 120)
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.
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
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.
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.