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9 October
It is looking increasingly likely the new Horowhenua District Council will have to vote on the previous year's Annual Report at their first meeting on 30 October.
Since July there has been one "interim" June 2018 to July 2019 Annual Report and three "draft" … View more9 October
It is looking increasingly likely the new Horowhenua District Council will have to vote on the previous year's Annual Report at their first meeting on 30 October.
Since July there has been one "interim" June 2018 to July 2019 Annual Report and three "draft" Annual Reports, varying in digital size from 3.8 MB to 6 MB, presented to the Finance, Audit and Risk sub-committee
Yet, three months later, the Annual Report has not been confirmed, and matters are still outstanding with the Audit Office.
There is a growing number of concerns about how the existing Council has conducted its financial affairs, and conflict of interest matters.
In particular the known land and property development interests of deputy mayor - and fourth term Waiopehu Ward candidate Wayne Bishop - and mayoral candidate Bernie Wanden.
There is concern about the growing influence of Cr Bishop, who owns Wayne Bishop Investments Limited, a local multi-million dollar - and expanding - land and property development company.
Cr Wanden would not publicly talk about why his pecuniary interest was not recorded in the official minutes of the 11 September council meeting. Cr Wanden's spouse is a part owner of the land his business is built on in Levin Town Centre.
Mayoral candidate Victoria Kaye Simmons was one of two councillors who authorised the land transfer agreement of land identified as "non-core" by the Council, and sold for a cut rate price to Mrs Wanden, her mother in law and daughter in law. Kere Kere Ward candidate Cr Ross Brannigan also signed it.
The debt levels are also regarded as too high with generations to come being responsible for the spending of today. Potential infrastructure costs could also be an area of extreme concerns. All issues have been canvassed in several public forums as election issues.
Office of the Auditor General guidelines state 30 October is the deadline to confirm the 2018-2019 Annual Report.
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Hi there,
I need your vote now please to help me champion restoration of our fragile waterways if elected to Council. Today is your very last day to make your postal votes count.
Why you should vote for me
• I am a proven no-nonsense business leader and change agent who lives locally
… View moreHi there,
I need your vote now please to help me champion restoration of our fragile waterways if elected to Council. Today is your very last day to make your postal votes count.
Why you should vote for me
• I am a proven no-nonsense business leader and change agent who lives locally
• 93% of you supported me in pushing for the retention of the Foxton Community Board ant last year’s meeting – this is my mandate
• Local initiatives like Save Our River Trust will be championed
• Working together will ensure sustainable headway is made – I work collaboratively
• A major new employer, increased tourism and investment are achievable and I will work to attract and bring fresh options that grow but don’t harm our unique area
• I’ll bring the fresh innovative thinking necessary for 21st Century progress
What my friends say, “He brings passion, integrity, honesty, independence and engagement to all that he does.”
Please be sure to post your votes today and please vote for me, Brett Russell. Thank you.
Five more police firearm amnesty and gun collection events have been added in central district. The…
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The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.
Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole … View moreThe National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.
Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole queue, and the evidence is potentially for a long time". Do you agree with this policy? Should parents be fined?
An important breakthrough for affected property owners, local residents, businesses and the region. NZTA to go ahead with the road designation work. Thanks for those supporters and neighbours that spoke up.
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Plans to secure a solid future for the Capital Connection have moved a little further down the line …
Our KiwiRail team will be in your neighborhood carrying out ballast cleaning operations to replace the old ballast (stones under the track) with new ballast to make sure it continues to hold the tracks firmly in place for a smooth ride. If you live along the railway you’ll notice some noise … View moreOur KiwiRail team will be in your neighborhood carrying out ballast cleaning operations to replace the old ballast (stones under the track) with new ballast to make sure it continues to hold the tracks firmly in place for a smooth ride. If you live along the railway you’ll notice some noise and if you live on North Manakau road you will have restricted access on the afternoon of Sunday 13th October. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience. More information: Contact us here
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