Bronwyn speaks to Auckland Councillor Pippa Coom about the improvements to Waihorotiu Valley (Queen St) and the controversy surrounding the Marina at Kennedy Point and its impacts on local kororā (little blue penguins). They began by speaking about the Western Springs Pine Native Bush Restoration project.
Ilena talks with Cr. Shane Henderson about the Council's response to climate change, what impacts it has had on Aucklanders and what tangible plans they have in place to take action.
Today, Ilena talks to Cr. Pippa Cooms about the Council's response to the government's National Policy Statement on Urban Development, and what that means for Aucklanders as the Council implements the directives over the next few years.
Ilena had a chat with Councillor Shane Henderson about the welfare options being offered by Council during this lockdown, and the effect of the lockdown on the public finances of Council.
The Level Four Lockdown has had a huge impact on Auckland's central city businesses - they have lost an estimated 45 million dollars in consumer revenue alone, according to business association Heart of the City. Conor speaks to the association's chief executive Viv Beck on what can the government do to support businesses during this time.
Ilena speaks to Auckland Councillor Pippa Coom about plans for the rejuvenation of Auckland's midtown. They also discussed Auckland Council's response to the Three Waters proposal.
Tomorrow's World hosts Stella and Isla have been inspired by their daily lockdown walks to learn about urban planning and how Auckland may change in the future. Looking at concepts of walkability and neighbourhoods, Dr Beattie talks us through the history, future aspirations and barriers of urban design.
This week, Ilena talked to Pippa Coom about the Medium Density Residential Standards and what went down at Auckland Council's meeting about it last week. They also talked about Council services available at Level 3 Step 2 and new electric buses that will be replacing Auckland's diesel buses.
This week on our fortnightly chat with Auckland Councillor Shane Henderson, Jessica Hopkins asked about Siren Battles in West Auckland that have been disrupting residents in Te Atatū and Massey.
They also discussed what the Auckland Council is doing to support those who have had their income affected by COVID-19 restrictions.
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