Encouraging diversity in feedback on Annual Budget thanks to Korean Positive Aging Charitable Trust
It was a pleasure to help out at the Korean Positive Ageing Charitable Trust workshop on Friday 10 March to talk about the proposed budget and provide an opportunity for local feedback.
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.
Meri Kirihimete! Merry Christmas!
What an incredible year 2022 has been!
I’m very grateful for the opportunities I’ve been given.
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.
Chinese Vocal Concert entertains and delights
On Friday 25 November, I had the pleasure of attending a Chinese Vocal Concert hosted by the Pakuranga Chinese Association. It was an amazing concert and wonderful afternoon.
Elected Chair of Howick Local Board (with cake)
Thank you to everyone for their birthday wishes yesterday. It was an extra special day for me, as it was also the inaugural meeting of the Howick Local Board.
Sun shining for Howick Village Hop
Fantastic weather in Howick for the Village Hop and Market, so no surprise there was a huge turnout.
'Local board’s fresh face keen to serve' - Times
It's an absolute honour to be elected to represent my community on the Howick Local Board. I love living in Botany, at the heart of East Auckland and I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to serve my community.
Proud and humbled to be elected to Howick Local Board.
I’m proud to have been elected to the Howick Local Board, Botany subdivision. It’s a bittersweet, with my campaign for council unsuccessful. But I’m thrilled to be able to represent my community and help work towards a better Auckland.
Thank you for your support!
As the campaign draws to a close, I wanted to take the opportunity to thank everyone for their support. Campaigns are a massive team effort and I appreciate everyone who has contributed in their own way.
Low voter turnout symptom of wider engagement issue
Every local government election there is a discussion about low voter turnout, yet every election seems to get worse.
Another extended shutdown of the rail network due to more poor planning
Auckland Transport’s shock announcement that they will be closing large portions of the passenger rail network throughout 2023 and beyond is yet another example of the poor planning holding our city back.
Vote now. Vote for change.
Auckland needs change in it's leadership and we're running out of time to vote for change.
Submission on Plan Change 78: Intensification
This is my submission on Plan Change 78: Intensification.
Proposed rules for housing intenfisication open for feedback
We have an opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed changes to housing rules in Auckland that will guide increased intensification (known as Plan Change 78).
Car Free Day opportunity to try alternatives
It's international Car Free Day so I'm using public transport to get across Auckland (as I often do). It takes a little more planning but pretty easy with the Auckland Transport's mobile app. Plus I can listen to some tunes and catch up on news, emails and social media.
Vote for change
I firmly believe that my skills in business improvement, combined with my governance experience and passion for my community is what is needed to move our city forward.