Have your say: pilot of fortnightly rubbish collections
Auckland Council is keen for public feedback on a potential pilot of moving to fortnightly rubbish collection.
Public consultation on fortnightly rubbish pilot coming soon
Auckland Council is considering running a six-month pilot of fortnightly rubbish collections, but wants public input first.
Community clean up in Salford Park
As part of the celebrations for Matariki, the Ōtara Waterways and Lakes Trust organised a community planting day at Salford Park, Flat Bush.
Empowering community to take environmental action!
We had the pleasure of unveiling this beautiful new sign in Cockle Bay. Over the past 5 years volunteers from the Cockle Bay Residents and Rate Payers Association have transformed the local environment.
Thank you Howick Primary School
Thank you to Howick Primary School for hosting the Pest Free Howick Ward pestival earlier this week.
Estuary Art and Ecological Awards putting the spotlight on Tāmaki
Contemporary art has a unique way of sparking the public interest and these awards are a great example of using creativity to promote the ecological value of this vital awa (waterway) and encourage action against its pollution.
Meri Kirihimete / Merry Christmas!
As we wrap up for the holidays, we wanted to take a moment to thank our community for their continued support throughout the year.
New reservoir at Redoubt Road blessed
Early morning on Wednesday 13 December, I had the privilege of speaking on behalf of the Howick Local Board at the pre-dawn karakia (blessing) of the new Watercare reservoir at Redoubt Road.
Auckland diverts 9 million kilos of food scraps from landfill
I love our food scraps bin and it looks like I'm not the only one. Since the rollout began in April, Aucklanders have diverted over 9million kilograms of food scraps.
Eastern Busway requires removal of some trees but will be replaced
While it’s unfortunate to see trees cut down, the removal of some trees in the short-term is necessary to enable the Eastern Busway project to progress. We know that transport is a significant challenge for locals and the Eastern Busway will provide more frequent, reliable and quicker transport choices for East Auckland.
Enjoying Point View Reserve
Took advantage of great weather over the weekend, spending Sunday afternoon with my parents and partner walking in Point View Reserve.
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.
Community planting day at Mangemangeroa Reserve
Early morning start today, helping out with community planting at Mangemangeroa.
Submission on Auckland Council's preliminary response to housing intensification
Central Government (together with the Opposition) have created legislation that requires all larger cities in New Zealand to allow more intensification of housing. Auckland Council have prepared a preliminary response and asked for public feedback. The following is my submission.
Latest Climate Report shows ‘We are pretty much out of time’
The latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) from the worlds top climate scientists makes for pretty grim reading. Despite decades of promises to reduce our carbon emissions, we’ve increased them. And I mean we - New Zealand is one of the worst performers.
Congratulations to the entrants, finalists & winners of the 2021 New Zealand Biosecurity Awards
We all have a part to play in protecting the incredible biodiversity of our country and these awards recognise the champions who are leading the way.
Auckland Transport $37B plan nothing to celebrate
On Monday 28 June, the Board of Auckland Transport approved their ten year plan known as the Auckland Regional Land Transport Plan (RLTP). The plan comes with a hefty price tag of $37 Billion which on the face of it seems positive - Auckland has under invested in transport for far too long. However, there isn't much to celebrate.
Point View Drive gets another community clean up
Point View Dr offers some stunning views over East Auckland, but unfortunately some people dump rubbish which ruins it for everyone. Today we had 2nd annual clean up, organised by Howick Local Board Member Mike Turinsky
Absurd - public transport prices increase despite climate emergency
Putting up prices during a climate emergency is absurd. I appreciate that some of the restrictions come from parliament, with farebox recovery mandated but when will our leaders get serious about standing up for our city, our environment and our future?
Why is sunscreen so expensive in NZ?
We all know to slip slop and slap, but sunscreen is expensive especially when compared to Australia.