1239 days ago

Poll: Auckland's super-city: One decade on: Is local government running more efficiently?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

It's been 10 years since Auckland's new super-city was formed, forged from eight legacy councils.

For Aucklanders who have lived through the massive overhaul, do you think local government is running more smoothly?

Auckland Council's first year was far from smooth with the Occupy protest, the Rugby World Cup opening night transport debacle, a battle with central government over funding the inner-city rail loop, and a contest of wills over delegating powers to local boards and council-controlled organisations.

Auckland's inaugural super mayor Len Brown hailed it a success.

"Generally 2011 has been a good first year for the council, " Brown said in 2012.

"We've brought the region together... At the same time we have driven $81 million in efficiencies and reduced the inherited 9.3 per cent rates increase down to 3.9 per cent."

The boundaries of the new super city were unveiled in 2010.

Super city Auckland was divided into 13 wards with 21 local boards.

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Auckland's super-city: One decade on: Is local government running more efficiently?
  • 7.1% Yes
    7.1% Complete
  • 92.9% No
    92.9% Complete
1491 votes
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1 day ago

Poll: Are Kiwis bad drivers?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Each country has its own idiosyncrasies when it comes to driving and New Zealand is no different.
With daily near-misses, people incorrectly indicating at roundabouts and a lack of stopping at stop signs, it begs the question: Are Kiwis actually not that good at driving?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Are Kiwis bad drivers?
  • 86.1% Yes, we are bad drivers
    86.1% Complete
  • 10% No way!
    10% Complete
  • 3.9% Other - I'll share below
    3.9% Complete
1230 votes
8 hours ago

New Zealand Red Cross Annual Appeal!!!

Christine Corcuera from Red Cross Shop Henderson

It’s New Zealand Red Cross Annual Appeal! Would you like to make a donation today? Come and visit Red Cross Henderson for your donation or click the link below:
www.redcross.org.nz......

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8 hours ago

Stock Clearance Now On!!!

Christine Corcuera from Red Cross Shop Henderson

Stock clearance now on - out they go at low, low prices! Women’s, men’s, and children summer clothing at 1/2 price except for New/Designer’s rack. Women’s summer shoes 1/2 price too! Sale starts Monday 18th of March. Come in and see what you can find!

Visit us at:
435 Great North Rd, Henderson
(09) 8351152