Many years ago, when the old Auckland City was deciding about putting a new library at Lynfield or Blockhouse Bay, a bus route connecting Lynfield to the west was promised. After some advocacy it looked like this would finally be delivered as part of the New (Bus) Network Auckland Transport was rolling out, but they…
Last chance to vote – take it to the library!
Postal voting has now closed, but you can still vote by taking your papers in to your local library (or a council service centre). In our area your closest library is most likely to be the wonderful Mt Roskill Library (pictured right), refurbished in 2011/12 and a great place to spend some time, not just…
Fairness For Wesley
The below is from our Fairness For Wesley campaign – a leaflet we have been sharing around Wesley for the last fortnight. We are speaking up for fairness, for the whole Mt Roskill community, and especially here in Wesley. Fairness means that people in our community have equal opportunities, support when it is needed, and…
RCV Policy on Community Development and Facilities
Council can play a key role in bringing our community together, providing facilities, resourcing, and expertise to help our community develop and grow. We support an active and engaging approach in which grassroots community determines local priorities. Specific local policy includes: Heightened support for local community groups through better access to funding streams, appropriate and…