Howick Local Board

📆 WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND IN EAST AUCKLAND 7 JUNE 📆

The Howick Photographic Society exhibition is on display at the Cultural Hub in Ormiston Town Centre, next to New World, and is open daily from 10am–4pm 🤩

Be sure to check it out and support this talented community of local photographers.

Arts Out East is a Te Tuhi programme supported by the Howick Local Board.

We had a great weekend celebrating with the Howick Photographic Society at their exhibition opening.

This year, the Society took their work out of the traditional gallery setting and into a public space, creating an exhibition that is accessible to everyone. It's been fantastic to see photography showcased in the heart of the community, with an exceptional collection of work on display from both emerging and experienced photographers.

Visitors also have the opportunity to purchase their very own limited-edition print. With 50 stunning images to choose from, there's something to suit every taste and a chance to take home a unique piece of local creativity.

The exhibition is on display at the Cultural Hub in Ormiston Town Centre, next to New World, and is open daily from 10am–4pm.

Be sure to check it out and support this talented community of local photographers.

Arts Out East is Te Tuhi programme supported by the Howick Local Board

Howick Photographic Society East Auckland Tourism Ormiston Town Centre Auckland Council Auckland Festival of Photography Ormiston Junior College

🚧 Pakūranga Road and Ra Hihi intersection update
Following engagement and the completion of detailed technical assessments, Auckland Transport and Eastern Busway have announced they will be constructing an additional (third) lane to improve traffic flow through this key intersection.

📅 Construction is expected to take place from early June through to late July, with most work scheduled at night to minimise disruption.
🚲A bi-directional cycle lane will be built on the Pakuranga Plaza side of the road (no cycle lane on the northern edge as originally planned).
💵The cost of delivering the updated design is approximately $2.5 million.

An intersection design with three straight-through lanes and no curve was also investigated as an option. This option had comparable traffic throughput benefits; however, would have a higher cost due to its complexity with limited road space and extensive underground utilities (approximately $11 million). Approval from Auckland Council would be needed before further work on this option is undertaken.

You can find out more information about the changes (and the alternatives considered at www.easternbusway.nz/intersection

Closing soon. Skateparks should work for everyone — whether you skate, scoot, ride BMX, roller skate or use mobility wheels.

Auckland Council is planning the future of skateparks and skate spaces across Tāmaki Makaurau, and we want to hear from the people who use them most https://tinyurl.com/2vpppck4

Tell us what’s working, what’s missing, and what would make your local skatepark better.

Have your say before Monday 1 June 2026.

Shape Auckland's skateparks Have your say from 24 April - 1 June 2026.

Need help understanding how our community grants programme works?

The Howick Local Board is proud to provide community grants to help individuals and organisations deliver events and activities in our community.

There's usually more applicants that we can afford so we prioritise events and activities that are being held in our area and can demonstrate strong benefits to the local community. There's things that we consider low priority (like fundraising, operational costs, or travel expenses) or won't fund at all (like alcohol or religious activities).

To help understand how our grants programme works, staff are running a free workshop.

📅 27 May 2026 2:30-4pm
📍 Botany Library

We expect there to be high demand for this session and there are limited spaces so it's vital you RSVP to [email protected]

Find out more about our community grants programme here: https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/en/grants-community-support-housing/grants/local-board-grants/howick-local-board-grants.html

Register now and secure your spot (scan the QR code in the post). We are proud to support this project alongside Sport Auckland👍 Thanks also to the team from East Auckland Tourism 😀

Friendly reminder, the Sport & Recreation Facilities Investment Fund is open. Apply now and help create the facilities your community needs https://tinyurl.com/3246xxks

Are you a sports club that wants to do more with social media marketing?

Come to this online workshop to learn about social media strategies and network with fellow sport clubs

Learn the basics of Facebook & Instagram, Create engaging content with Canva & CapCut, Stay up to date with lastest trends

📅Mon 22 June 2026

🕑6-7:30pm

📍online

🗣Speaker: Mosh Social Media

Encouraged attendance for club & community leaders, administrators, and anyone looking to learn more

By Sport Auckland, a Howick Local Board funded project