New Homes for Orewa Residents

Aqua North West is transforming 188 Centreway Road into a residential community to be called Coast.

The development presents an opportunity for individuals to purchase a new home in a desirable location.

Properties are now available for purchase off the plans with an initial payment of just $10,000.

The new community will feature four apartments, 30 townhouses, and four street-facing commercial lots.

Traffic Woes Spark Urgent Action Call

Auckland's transport system faces mounting criticism, with Mayor Wayne Brown denouncing Auckland Transport (AT) as a beleaguered entity.

Brown, inundated with ratepayer complaints, asserts the urgent need for reform.

Proposals include converting car parks to bus or traffic lanes during peak hours and enhancing traffic light efficiency.

Brown vows to engage with AT to expedite solutions and restore public confidence.

LGNZ launches Electoral Reform Group

New Zealand's local government initiates a focused effort towards electoral system reforms aimed at enhancing voter participation and extending terms to four years.

Nelson Mayor Nick Smith assumes the chairmanship of the LGNZ Electoral Reform Group, marking a significant step in streamlining local electoral processes.

Addressing the necessity for change, LGNZ President Sam Broughton stresses the importance of efficient local democracy, advocating for reforms across key areas.

The newly formed group, under Mayor Smith's leadership, commits to exploring avenues to bolster voter turnout, transition to longer terms, diversify voting methods, and optimise election administration.