The Mayor's on the line for our weekly catch up about Tāmaki Makaurau. This week, chatting about the outbreak of measles, how the 2018 census debacle effects the council, and tackling homelessness around Auckland.
Rachel chats to His Worship about Pacific leaders that are calling for a cultural center, whether we need to change regulations around freedom camping, and what's happening with the chickens in Titirangi?
A little earlier this morning, His Worship fits in a quick chat up in between a busy week. As local body elections draw closer, the Mayor tells us how to register a special vote if you haven't enrolled yet. Also talking about a new recycling scheme, and some nasty comments councillors receive online.
His Worship dials in for his weekly catch up with Rachel, talking a pledge to plant more trees, a controversial dam that's been built, and land rezoning near Ihumātao.
The Mayor talks to Rachel after things escalated at Ihumātao last night, the pair discuss the police presence and where the council stands in finding solutions to help de-escalate the situation. Also talking about where our rates go and hardship plans for business around the building of the rail link.
The Mayor, Phil Goff, talks to Rachel about Ihumātao, council's role to play in the situation, and what the next steps are for seeking a resolution. The pair also discuss the incoming changes to High Street. Big things.
His Worship chats to Rachel about the state of housing in Tāmaki Makaurau and how intensification is perceived. Also,covering some of the congestion issues that Aucklander's are facing and how a big corporation's waste ended up in Queen Street's storm drains.
His Worship talks to Rachel about Matariki, free public transport on the weekend, and gambling in Tāmaki Makauraua. Also, happy birthday for Saturday Mayor!