Tag: Adele White
Would you like to help lead your local community?
Community-minded east Auckland residents are being urged to consider standing as candidates at next year’s local elections.
Up for grabs will be two seats representing...
Exhibition celebrates the contribution of women
By Sally French
Ten of our local community’s most well-known women are being celebrated in Arts Out East’s latest exhibition, Tales of our Wāhine.
Through...
“I think it would be a tragedy” – heated debate as...
Two key community events in east Auckland won’t be going ahead with the Howick Local Board voting to scrap their funding.
The issue arose at...
Matariki kites take flight
Devised as a weapon of war in China, kites flew proudly as symbols of unity, community and peace at Matariki weekend.
"We were treated to...
A new era begins for the Times
East Aucklanders turned out in their droves to celebrate the launch of the Times’ new digital publication under the leadership of the company’s new...
Public demands new library and community centre
One of the themes of the feedback about what people want to see happen in east Auckland in the coming years is the need...
MP launches petition to raise speed limits
A petition has been launched calling for speed limits on three of east Auckland's busiest roads to be raised.
Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown created the...
Board wants reduced speed limits overturned
The Howick Local Board is asking Auckland Transport (AT) to change the speed limits on a group of busy local roads back to what...
Korean community host successful traditional lantern workshop
The Korean Positive Ageing Charitable Trust has held a traditional Korean lantern workshop as part of Howick 175 celebrations.
The underlying purpose of the workshop...
Questions over civil defence plan for east Auckland
The severe damage the recent storm caused to Auckland is raising questions about whether a plan is in place to help local residents respond...
New Howick Police station opens its doors
The new Howick Police station has officially opened its doors to the public after a 10-month wait.
Police were forced to move from their previous...
Thank you to all!
Howick and districts 175th anniversary highlight events have been a great success.
The community luncheon was a full house, with a wonderful cross section of...
Residents celebrate victory in fight to save public reserve
A passionate east Auckland community has come together to celebrate winning the fight to maintain public ownership of its much-loved local reserve.
About 100 people...
Chairman’s report – Only 10 days to go!
By Rev Dr Richard Waugh
After so much community preparation and voluntary work, our exciting 175 highlight community events are now here.
Last weekend we...
Botany Probus marks 21 years
Members of the Combined Probus Club of Botany Downs have celebrated their 21st anniversary.
The club met recently at Eastview Church in Chapel Road.
President Rosemary...
COMMENT: New leadership for Auckland
By Simeon Brown
Auckland has a new mayor, Wayne Brown, and a new majority centre-right council following the recent local elections, the first time Auckland...
Local Chinese celebrate 175th
By Adele White, Howick Local Board
A celebratory event was held at Bell House at the Howick Historical Village on October 9 where Chinese guests...
Local board’s fresh face keen to serve
Former United Future political party leader Damian Light is the only newcomer joining the membership of the incoming Howick Local Board.
He's been elected to serve...
New Howick Local Board takes shape
Based on progress results released this afternoon it looks like there’s going to be just one new face on the Howick Local Board for...
Three months’ sail for family from Cork
As part of the Howick 175 events and celebrations, we have asked Howick/Pakuranga residents to share some of their memories. Today we hear from...
White brings passion for community
Adele White, Howick Local Board candidate, Howick subdivision
Adele White is well known to the people of Howick.
Born and bred locally, she's gained huge...
Light slams delays on new library
Flat Bush deserves the library and community centre it's been promised for almost two decades.
That's the view of Damian Light, who's standing as an...
Advice for election candidates
People who get elected onto the Howick Local Board need to know their way around a laptop computer, be open-minded and a good listener,...
Frustration, confusion over indecision on community building
Questions are being asked about why the Howick Local Board has so far been unable to appoint an organisation to manage an underused community...
Winners of Estuary Art and Ecology Award revealed
Artist Wesley John Fourie has been named the winner of the environmentally-themed 16th annual Estuary Art and Ecology Award.
Last weekend at the Uxbridge Malcolm...
Children flock to revamped playground in Cockle Bay
It's taken many months and almost $250,000 but a colourful and newly revamped children's playground in east Auckland is finally open to the public.
As...
Graffiti removal leads to brighter village
By Georgia Whitehead, AUT University Journalism Student
Howick Village is looking tidier and more welcoming after the Beautification Trust removed almost 200 incidents of...
Dog park plan draws criticism
Opponents of a plan to construct a dog park in east Auckland say the site chosen is inappropriate and the process was rushed and...
Skaters flock to new halfpipe
Dozens of skateboarders and scooter riders turned out to try to land some tricks on a newly constructed halfpipe in east Auckland.
It's been constructed...
Singing sensations at Howick
Singing and music were the main focus on an all-afternoon event at Uxbridge over the weekend.
On Sunday, the Botany and Flat Bush Ethnic Association...
Dispute over building’s use continues
It appears unlikely an east Auckland community facility will have its full potential utilised any time soon as a standoff over its management drags...
Rugby club rebranded as community sports facility
Pakuranga United Rugby Club (PURC) has undergone a transformation and will now be the nexus of multiple sporting codes.
The club last week formally unveiled...
For the youth, by the youth
A dedicated space for east Auckland's youth has officially opened its doors over the weekend.
On Saturday April 9 at approximately 1pm at the Youth...
Youth space opens in Botany
Te Tuhi has announced the opening of a youth space in Botany Town Centre.
The Youth Space has been designed "by youth for youth" and...
Campaign to reduce road deaths
Streets in east Auckland are being eyed for speed limit reductions as part of a campaign to reduce injuries and deaths stemming from traffic...
Ambassadors appointed for 175th
Voluntary ambassadors have been appointed to promote the Howick & districts 175th anniversary year of 2022.
Meeting at Bell House, the group was enthusiastic about...
Board members clash over busway
A plan that would see the next stage of the Eastern Busway public transport project dissect a residential community has sparked heated debate between...
Call out for election candidates
People considering standing as candidates in this year's Auckland Council elections should start preparing.
The elections for positions on the council and Howick Local Board...
$120k to tackle deadly tree disease
More than $100,000 will be spent to tackle an incurable tree disease that's kept a popular east Auckland walking track closed for more than...
Conflict over use of community building
There’s strong disagreement over how a historic east Auckland community asset should be managed.
In the first half of 2020, the Howick War Memorial building,...
Roadside fishing draws criticism
Concerns are being raised about safety issues for pedestrians and motorists caused by people fishing from an east Auckland roadside.
Bucklands Beach resident Glenn Cochrane...
Board outlines key achievements
The Howick Local Board has identified the projects it's delivered for the east Auckland community as well as those yet to get across the...
Mayor blasts rubbish dumpers
Auckland mayor Phil Goff is adding his voice to the growing criticism of people who feel entitled to illegally dump their rubbish in east...
Calls for service coming in
By Adele White, Howick Local Board chairperson
Kia ora!
This Covid-19 lockdown seems to have lasted forever!
It has, however, been heartening to see our...
Move to delay elections slammed
Legislation that will give the Government the power to delay next year’s local body elections until 2023 is being met with howls of outrage...
Call for ideas to activate community space
Organisations are invited to share their ideas on how they could get the most from an historic east Auckland community facility.
Expressions of interest are...
Keeping safe during Covid
Kia ora!
At the onset of Covid-19 level four lockdown starting last month, it was great to see our community fall straight back into the...
Tourist attraction looks to the future
One of east Auckland's most well known tourist attractions has created a strategic plan in an effort to ensure its survival.
The Howick Historical Village...
Improvement work is under way
Kia ora!
Alcohol ban
Working closely with the Howick Business Association, Auckland Council's operations team has installed four new alcohol ban signs within the Howick Village.
The...
Dog park opponents voice concerns
A proposal to create east Auckland's first enclosed dog park is not receiving universal support.
The Howick Local Board initiative would see the area's first...
Canines to get dedicated space
People are being asked to have their say on a proposal to create east Auckland's first enclosed dog park.
Public submissions close on July 25...
Howick 175th birthday plans begin
A group of committed volunteers and community leaders is determined to make Howick’s 175th anniversary a success and year to remember.
Next year, 2022, marks...
Residents’ group wanted trees removed
Four large magnolia trees would have been removed from an east Auckland park if a local residents' group had its way.
The Howick Ratepayers and...
Government scraps $3.5b road project
The Government has scrapped a major road infrastructure project that would have reduced traffic congestion through south-east Auckland.
Transport Minister Michael Wood recently announced the...
Hard work paying off
Work programme
Our board has worked hard over the last weeks prioritising, finalising and approving our annual work programme.
This is based on the feedback from...
Top sportspeople honoured
Black Caps star Glenn Philips - out of the Pakuranga Cricket Club - was named Internationalist of the Year at the Howick Sports Awards...
Flat Bush library project on hold
People living in one of New Zealand's fastest growing communities will have to wait a little longer to get their own library and community...
Community demands continued police presence
Police have delivered a strong public commitment to maintain a physical presence in Howick despite uncertainty surrounding the future of the community’s local station.
About...
School finally getting pedestrian bridge
An east Auckland school principal says an enraged motorist picked up and threw orange traffic cones at her in reaction to the traffic management...
Local board identifies priorities
Upgrading rural roads, restoring local beaches, and tackling climate change are at the forefront of the Howick Local Board's future priorities.
The board has agreed...
Lest we forget
Anzac Day
It was heartening to see a big turnout at both our Howick Dawn and Civic Commemoration ceremonies on Anzac Day.
We did not let...
Improvements are under way
Kia ora!
I trust Easter brought whatever you desired - perhaps some rest and relaxation, family fun, a time to get the garden in shape,...
Ban placed on shellfish gathering
A year-round ban is being placed on the harvesting of shellfish at an east Auckland beach.
The measure comes into effect at Cockle Bay Beach...
Pump track installed for riders
East Auckland's skateboarders and scooter riders have a new piece of equipment on which to practise their moves.
A long, curving "pump track" has been...
Yacht club locked in parking battle
"Do you want the Bucklands Beach Yacht Club to survive as a community facility and sporting club in your Howick ward area?"
That was the...
Board member “committed” despite new role
An east Auckland elected representative says she's committed to her political role despite taking on a new job based outside the local community.
Howick Local...
Lockdown once again
Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown has said the latest lockdown will be a devastating blow to Kiwis as Auckland faces its second day at Alert...
Happy New Year to all
What a beautiful summer we are having.
The board's workshops have recommenced, and board members have enjoyed attending local events over the past few weeks....
A double celebration for Rosa Chow
What do a policeman, politician, priest, principal, lawyer, educator, specialist advisor to council and chair of Howick Local Board have in common?
They have all...
Reunion dinner feast for the senses
Starting the year on a celebratory note was the recent Reunion Dinner at the Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple that was filled with prayer,...
Names chosen for new public roads
Agreement has finally been reached on the names assigned to three new public roads being built in east Auckland.
The Howick Local Board was initially...
Memorial unveiled to athletics legend
The late Dick Quax is being publicly honoured for his numerous political and athletic accomplishments.
Two interpretative signs have been installed along a stretch of...
Emotions run hot at public meeting on housing
Several hundred people packed into a local school hall on a recent Monday night for a rowdy and at times heated public meeting about...
An influx of rubbish dumping
Comment
Illegal rubbish dumping
It has been disappointing to see an influx of rubbish dumping in both urban and rural parts of Howick.
Illegal rubbish dumping refers...
Sailing club rebuilds after storm
It's taken a huge amount of money and work to repair the damage left behind when a storm smashed into the Howick Sailing Club's...
Public reserves on the chopping block
The fight to stop a number of public reserves in east Auckland from being sold has failed.
The Howick Local Board voted at its August...
Locked down…again!
Members of the Howick Local Board quickly adjusted their way of working to comply with the restrictions of Covid-19 Level 3 and currently 2.5.
Workshops...
Update from the Howick Local Board chair
Great feedback
The Howick Local Board recently asked for feedback on the draft Local Board Plan for the next three years. Howick's locals came to...
Emergency budget: Goff says rates set to rise
Mayor Phil Goff says the emergency budget is the most difficult annual budget ever faced by councillors.
Key recommendations in his proposal are summarised below...
Seeking feedback on Local Board Plan
Since entering Covid-19 Level One, the Howick Local Board office has reopened. Board members are back in the boardroom for business meetings and workshops...
Free hazardous household waste drop-off event
Howick is to benefit from free hazardous household waste drop-off event
Residents encouraged to sign up to keep community safe and
pollution-free
Auckland Council and the Howick...
Let’s talk: What’s going on with Howick Local Board
UPDATES
From this week we kick off a new Let’s Talk Local column that will keep you updated with what is happening in the Howick...
The time is right-Adele White
White writes..
Howick Local Board’s new chairperson Adele White has hit the ground running! White writes about her first month in the big chair of...
Plenty to consider at first local board meeting
Deputations pertaining to a new two-metre water polo pool at the aquatic and leisure centre at Barry Curtis Park, a petition for permanent cameras...
Howick local board inauguration- New Chairperson installed
The inauguration of the recently elected Howick Local board was held on Tuesday 4 November at Uxbridge in Howick.
Incumbents, Katrina Bungard& David Collings, have...
Trio runs on ‘We know Howick’ ticket
Three independent candidates are to unite under the ticket ‘We Know Howick’ when they stand for the Howick Local Board in the upcoming local...
Students catch a glimpse into the life of a war hero
More than 40 wide-eyed students sat quietly listening to the tales of war heroes on Monday afternoon.
They were gathered at the Howick RSA for...
Howick’s 65th Santa Parade was just so lovely
By Bo BurnsOur day started bright and early - 6am with all the set-up preparations - with blue skies all over east Auckland.
It was...
Victory in fight to save 34 Moore Street
The Howick Local Board is celebrating a victory in its long-time fight against the sale of 34 Moore Street.
The decision has been made by...
Park maintenance a constant battle
Local Board member Garry Boles says the last 12 months with Auckland Council have been an ongoing challenge.
“The last 12 months have become a...
Maintenance and project delays frustrate board members
Some local board members are fed up as community maintenance and funded projects continue to fall by the wayside.
Long standing board member Adele White...
Plan for Howick’s future approved
Preserving the character that is Howick Village’s point of difference and improving links to local attractions are among key actions outlined in the new...
