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Community 4 Jul 2024

Howick steps up in the battle against crime

The Howick Local Board has allocated its share of the Crime Prevention Safety Initiatives fund to several partner organisations, to address specific safety concerns in the area.

Community 3 Jul 2024

Transport equity that matters for Ōtara-Papatoetoe

Reflecting strong local feedback, Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board has urged Auckland Transport (AT) to support local board transport priorities for local investment.

Community 1 Jul 2024

Finalist announced in the 18th Estuary Art and Ecology Awards 2024

Recognised nationally as Aotearoa’s only art award dedicated to ecological themes, the annual Estuary Art and Ecological Awards is proudly funded by the Howick Local Board.

Arts 1 Jul 2024

Waimahara ‘sings’ with you in light and sound - a first for public art

Waimahara is the first of its kind; unique to Tāmaki Makaurau and unique in the world. If you sing a special waiata the artwork listens and responds, accompanying you with an awe-inspiring display of light and sound.

Community 27 Jun 2024

Exciting spaces and improved places

Waitematā Local Board shares what they have achieved for (and with) the community.

Plans / Projects 27 Jun 2024

Local board wants cleaner water and faster trips

Consultation feedback has seen moves to improve water quality included in the board's plans.

Community 27 Jun 2024

East Auckland athletes set for recognition

Nominations are open for the Howick Sports Awards 2024

Libraries 27 Jun 2024

Library services go mod in Pt Chev

A new modern, modular building will be located at the intersection of Great North and Point Chevalier roads, at the site of the old library to provide a better option for Pt Chev library goers.

Events

26 Jan 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Tai Chi at Te Manawa

Enjoy "meditation in motion," it benefits strength, flexibility, and balance.

10 Nov 2025 - 01 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Takapuna Library

Join us for Wriggle and Rhyme, a lively 30-minute session filled with music, movement, and play.

21 Apr 2026

Collected and classified: Biology in a box

Hear art historian Andrew McKay, floral artist Felicity Jones and Auckland Museum invertebrates c...

21 Apr 2026

Microgreens and sprouts

The workshop will also cover practical advice on how to avoid food waste in the kitchen including...

21 Apr 2026 - 09 Jun 2026

Portrait Drawing 101

This course will introduce you to the head drawing methods taught by masters Frank Riley, Andrew...

17 Feb 2026 - 21 Apr 2026

Stream Care Day

Join us in caring for our precious waterways through hands-on ecological action.

17 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Coding Club at East Coast Bays Library

Join us each week, during term time, as we learn all about Scratch, Python and HTML.

17 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Social Knitting Club at Little Leys

Whether you're a crochet novice or master knitter, if you want to meet other like-minded crafty f...