This has been put together by our candidate Harry Doig, who lives in Three Kings and took his camera up the mountain one day recently. The maunga that we love. But it could be better! Spot the weeds. How about some interpretive signage? And then we must grasp the opportunity when the quarry is decommissioned…
RCV Policy on Planning
Our community has been the victim of a lack of planning and vision for too long. We want to see thriving neighbourhoods, exciting town centres, quality urban environments, and appropriate affordable housing for our families. This will only happen through wide-ranging community involvement and strong local leadership.Specific local policy on planning issues includes: Three Kings Issues The…
Submission on Volcanic cones Bill
Readers might be aware that Parliament is currently considering the ‘Nga Mana Whenua o Tamkai Makaurau Collective Redress Bill’. The purpose of the Bill is to transfer the bulk of Auckland’s volcanic cones to iwi and to set up a co-governance structure between iwi and Auckland Council. Full public access to the cones is retained….
Big Heritage wins for Roskill
Roskill’s heritage is rich and interesting. However, for a long time it has been neglected. We have lost many significant buildings over the years, we have fewer heritage protected buildings than any other part of Auckland, there is paucity of heritage signage in place, and a very senior Roskill councillor was once quoted as saying…
RCV Policy on Heritage
Roskill’s heritage deserves protection and recognition. Our heritage reminds us of where we have come from, and provides our community with heart and character. We have fought hard to bring focus on to Roskill’s rich heritage, which has been neglected for many years. Our 2013 election policy on heritage issues includes: Ongoing advocacy to ensure…