Kia ora!
We have been busy preparing for summer.
At the pools
The Lloyd Elsmore Pools Splash Pad surface protection has worn down to bare concrete in places.
The six different coloured paints on the actual pad have also become chalky and some of the coloured pads have lost their colour.
Contractors will diamond-grind the existing coatings to achieve a sound surface, match the colours and shape with the new non-slip protective surface. Completion is anticipated by October 21, weather permitting.
At the beach
Work has started on renewal of the worn section along the beachfront of The Parade at Bucklands Beach.
Look out for a set of new bollards, a new picnic table and stainless steel bin, and the installation of mud stop geotextile.
There will also be concrete transition to tidy the top of the existing ramp.
We recently moved 3000 cubic metres of sand from one end of Eastern Beach to the other.
There was a considerable amount of under-scouring which now has been addressed and the end result looks amazing.
This is consented work and completed annually.
We have toilet upgrades at Howick Beach, Cockle Bay Reserve and Bucklands Beach Reserve and at the toilet block at Murphy’s Bush reserve.
Spoiling our surroundings
Illegal dumping and litter continue to be an issue around the developing areas in Flat Bush.
Whilst responding to a request for service on an overgrown berm, our contractor discovered an excessive amount of rubbish.
Auckland Council’s Waste Solutions department removes all illegal dumping in parks and the road corridor, and this can be reported through the ‘Report a Problem’ website link below:
https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/reportproblem/Pages/report-a-problem or call 0800 NO DUMP.
Loose litter was also recently reported along Regis Lane which is not a regularly-serviced location.
After finalising the traffic management, the responding contractor was able to get it cleared and the area now looks tidy.
Howick 175th celebrations
Contractors have visited the old Methodist chapel and cemetery in Pakuranga to ensure the site is looking great as part of Howick’s 175th anniversary celebrations.
The picket fence was looking a little tired and is now freshly painted.
The local board has been delighted to support this significant series of events, which are being managed by a sterling steering group of volunteers and supported by a large number of our wonderful community.
All are so willing to give their time and support. Thanks to you all!
Many thanks to the Times also as I’ve valued the opportunity to keep our wider community in touch with points of interest from the local board.
Nga mihi kia aroha,
- By Adele White, chairperson Howick Local Board
