Howick Local Board Business Meeting report for May 2023
On Thursday 18 May, the Howick Local Board held our business meeting for the month. Here’s a summary of some of the key discussions and outcomes.
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.
Community Patrols help make us safer
Volunteering with Community Patrols is a great way to help your local community. I've done it for years and it's practical, rewarding and worthwhile.
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.
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.