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Speed limits cut in north Waikato

New road signs have been popping up across north Waikato as Waikato District Council (WDC) rolls out its Speed Management Plan and motorists best...

PC1 – local growers at risk?

Waikato’s controversial Plan Change 1 (PC1) will have an impact north of the river, Brendan Balle from the Pukekohe Vegetable Growers Association (PVGA) warns. “If...

Illegal dumping in Auckland: We cannot keep going around in circles

By Auckland Councillor and Times Media publisher, Bo Burns Illegal dumping continues to be one of the most frustrating and visible issues facing many...

PC 120 – grow up or suffer the sprawl?

Housing intensification is in the spotlight as Auckland Council weighs up options related to where residents will reside moving forward. Feedback is being sought for...

Consultation closes soon

By Papakura Local Board Chair, Kelvin Hiatt Our Papakura Local Board Plan closes for consultation on July 23. I encourage you to go online...

‘Minister of Everything’ mourned – National farewells Sir Bill Birch

Former MP and Pukekohe deputy mayor, Sir Bill Birch, has died aged 92. Serving as a minister across two National governments, Birch was affectionally known...

King Street paving – off the tiles?

The tiles along King Street, Pukekohe have been problematic, becoming more slippery during wet weather. As winter settles in, reports of slips and falls have...

Buses replace popular AT Local

Demand for public transport across Papakura and Takanini continues to increase following the end of the AT Local service. AT Local launched in Papakura and...

Have your say – board plans say so much

Auckland’s local boards have a plan to make plans. However, to ensure they have all of their priorities in order, a little involvement from...

Watercare taps into growth

As Franklin’s population booms, there have been fears that the pipes might bust. However, a recently completed upgrade is intended to support development while...