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Community news 27 Aug 2026

$326,000 investment boosts Tāmaki Estuary restoration

Cleaner waterways, healthier habitats and a stronger connection to nature are at the heart of the Tāmaki Estuary Restoration Programme, supported by the Howick Local Board.

Community news 14 Aug 2026

Celebrating 15 years of young leaders in East Auckland

For 15 years, Howick Youth Council has been proving that young people aren’t just the leaders of tomorrow — they’re already leading today.

Community news 11 Aug 2026

A new way to play at Tarnica Park

A new Pot Shot Goal Module at Tarnica Park gives tamariki and families another fun way to play, stay active and enjoy their local park.

Community 3 Aug 2026

A little longer, but worth the wait

Howick Library and the adjacent Fencible Lounge will close for a major renewal from February, with temporary services in place to keep the community connected while improvements are made.

Community news 28 Jul 2026

Are you Fur Real – a bigger and better dog park

Dogs and their owners now have more space to explore, exercise and socialise following the expansion of the dog park at Lloyd Elsmore Park in Pakuranga.

Community 1 Jul 2026

Even superheroes need great community spaces – and it all starts with you

5 ways Howick Local Board brings plans to life.

Youth / Rangatahi 12 Jun 2026

Jurassic levels of youth spirit

Youth efforts in East Auckland are being recognised through Youth Project NZ’s Youth Volunteer Awards, thanks to backing from the Howick Local Board.

Playgrounds 7 May 2026

Fresh play space at Raewyn Reserve

Raewyn Reserve playground in Pakūranga has been given a new lease on life, transforming into a safe, welcoming space for local families to enjoy - thanks to the Howick Local Board.

Events

29 Sep 2026 - 06 Oct 2026

Children’s Breadmaking 101

Come along to discover the simple, rewarding joy of traditional baking.

30 Sep 2026

Butter-making with Howick Historical Village

Join us for a butter-making experience where kids will discover how butter was traditionally made.

30 Sep 2026 - 07 Oct 2026

Children’s pizza workshop

In this one-hour workshop, the village bread oven will be fired up to make pizza.

30 Sep 2026 - 07 Oct 2026

Howick Heritage Walk

This one-and-a-half-hour tour of Howick showcases the village's deep and unique history within th...

01 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Photo exhibition: 22 Years of Botany Library

We invite you to take a walk down memory lane through 22 years of community events, programmes an...

02 Oct 2026

Wilderness Explorers School Holidays - Pakuranga

Join Auckland Council Park Ranger Abi Cunninghame as she takes Wilderness Explorers behind the sc...

03 Oct 2026

Traditional Taiwanese cooking workshop

Join Hwahsia Taiwanese Society for a cooking experience celebrating Auckland’s rich food heritage.

04 Oct 2026

Christmas Eve supper craft workshop

Create your own Christmas menu and craft to take home.