NZ deserves more respect for keeping Covid deaths so low
With the arrival of Omicron on our shores, it is hard to believe, judging by the media coverage particularly on MIQ, that the Government has got anything right in its pandemic response.
Light rail crucial to Auckland’s future – Press release
City Vision has praised plans just released for light rail to be built through central Auckland. The new rapid transit system connects Māngere and Onehunga with Mt Roskill and the City Centre. It will shape our city and our lives, bringing opportunities for a better...
Seeking nominations for Local Boards and Portage Licensing Trust
With local government elections in October 2022, nominations are now open for City Vision candidates for: Albert Eden Local Board (Ōwairaka and Maungawhau subdivisions) Puketāpapa Local Board Waitematā Local Board Maungakiekie Tāmaki Local Board (Maungakiekie...
Tunnelled light rail for the long-term
The preferred option sees a solution that would avoid significant disruption on roads across the isthmus during construction and fewer properties being taken.
Glenda Fryer appointed to Waitematā Local Board
“It will be good to be back representing my community.”
Cathy Casey to retire
Dr Cathy Casey, City Vision Councillor for Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa, has decided that she will retire at the end of this electoral term in October 2022. When Cathy retires, she will have had 27 years as an elected local government representative, with 18 of those years...
Council agrees to restore Ponsonby icon, the Leys Institute
“A start had been made on developing a detailed business case for the restoration and a Project Guidance Steering Group for it appointed.”
Living Wage for the Trusts’ Low-Paid Workers secured by City Vision
“Having worked in bars and pubs for several years, I know this is hard work and a living wage is the right thing to do.”
Then Covid came back – in praise of our health leaders
We need our anchor public institutions to work well at times like these. Fortunately, they are willing and able to do so – even without the recognition they deserve, writes Peter Davis, an elected member of the Auckland District Health Board.
For the trees – City Vision’s work to restore and protect Auckland’s urban ngahere
City Vision councillors and local board members work hard to create meaningful improvements to Auckland urban nagahere.