ts time we were honest about what we really mean by marine protection It must be very frustrating for the prime minister that last-minute changes to the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection...
In a recent article entitled ‘An age of discontent growing in New Zealand’, political scientist Bryce Edwards analysed public opinion surveys, revealing an increasing decline in public trust and respect for politicians and the...
On Thursday evening, 27 June at about 5.40pm, after another marathon meeting of the council’s governing body, where I had anxiously waited to cast my vote against the so-called ‘Future Fund’ (because it means...
In my April column I reported on the disappointing opposition of the mayor and a majority of Auckland councillors to my notice of motion for a plan change making helipads in private residential areas...
The news of the proposed closure in 2025 of Smith and Caughey’s with the loss of nearly 250 jobs came as sad blow not only for the staff but for many other Aucklanders as...
The Council’s Long-Term Plan was approved after a long, difficult day on 16 May. The author in full cry in a last ditch attempt to stop the sale of council’s legacy shares in Auckland...
ANZAC Day, Dawn Parade, Waiheke Island We gather here once again this morning – as is our custom – to keep vigil and bear witness to the fallen. To remember not only their great...
The Port of Auckland, 100% owned by the people of Auckland and earning $1M a week. Mayor Wayne Brown no longer wants to move the Port – just its ownership. Long Term Plan –...
I have always been well aware that the name of the council ward I represent is Waitematā & Gulf. In this month’s column I wish to talk about the Hauraki Gulf and a meaningful...
Helicopters and helipads, the disturbance they cause, the ear-shattering intrusion on neighbours’ quiet enjoyment of their homes and properties has been a problem on Waiheke for well over ten years now, especially problematic over...
