Local Government Waitemata
Internationally Transition Towns focus on Local Government. For Grey Lynn 2030, that means working with Auckland Council and Waitemata Local Board on community iniatitives to create our vision of resilient local communities.
Pippa Coom, a founding member of Grey Lynn 2030 was elected to the Waitemata Local Board and then to Auckland Council. This fits with our vision as a Transition Town.
Auckland Council Emergency Management
Waitematā Local Board - Upcoming Meetings and Minutes
Local Government
Unitary Plans, Local Elections, the Supercity, submissions
Hakanoa Recovery Group – 33 Cockburn St
What’s happening to 33 Cockburn Street? To date (March 2025) Hakanoa Recovery Group (HRG) had worked alongside the Auckland Council Recovery Office in an effort to have local input into the process of ‘redeveloping’ the affected areas in a way supported by the community. As a result of an HRG- led initiative data was collected…
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Alex Bonham – Grey Lynn Local, Waitemata Local Board Member
Alex Bonham: A Voice for Grey Lynn’s Vibrant Community Grey Lynn, with its leafy streets, bustling cafes, and strong sense of community, is our special corner of Auckland. At the heart of advocating for this unique inner-city suburb is Alex Bonham, a dedicated member of the Waitematā Local Board. Alex Bonham’s connection to Grey Lynn…
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How to improve the Waste Management in your Apartment Building?
Living in an apartment building, block of flats, a group of town houses – offers a built in community. It also presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to managing waste – a different ballgame altogether compared to standalone houses. The concentration of multiple households, reliance on shared disposal facilities, and the diverse habits of…
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Waitematā Local Board annual plan 2025/2026
Submission have now closed for the Waitemata Local Board 2025/26 Annual Plan. Here’s what the WLB elected members have asked for feedback on. Waitematā Local Board In 2025/2026 we plan to invest $7.1 million in capital spend to renew and develop our assets (resources we own). We also plan to invest $36 million to maintain…
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Pippa Coom – Transport Community Advocate
Pippa has been integral to Grey Lynn 2030. A founding Grey Lynn 2030 Trustee and former Auckland Councillor, Pippa Coom is a long- time local who continues to be inspired by the group’s positive vision and practical action. Your motivation for getting involved ? In December 2008 I read about a community meeting in the…
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Petition to enforce 30 km speed limit around Auckland University and AUT
Sign the petition here. Students are asking Auckland Transport to do more to enforce the 30 km/hr speed limit on Symonds Street and around the UOA and AUT City Campuses Students should be able to come onto their campus to attend lectures, study, and have fun with mates without fear of being run over. That…
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Bike Grey Lynn fully supports Safer Speeds
Bike Grey Lynn is fully supports the campaign for Safer Speeds “As locals we know our neighbourhoods and our streets best. We’re asking the Minister of Transport Chris Bishop to make it easier to consider local views before raising speed limits where we live, work, shop and go to school,” says Marie Guerreiro, Executive Director…
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Transtion Network and Local Government
Transition Communities are community-led initiatives focused on building local resilience and creating low-carbon, sustainable communities. we often involve engaging with local government to implement changes and address issues like energy transport and waste.. Transition Communities aim to shift away from reliance on fossil fuels and towards a more self-sufficient and sustainable future. Transition Communities have…
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Waitematā: Long Walk Home – Vision 2026
Resilient Grey Lynn – Summary of Application to Waitmata Local Board Improving emergency preparedness in Waitemata stemming from the experiences of the January 2023 floods. Here’s a breakdown of the key points and some potential considerations: Triggering Event: The January 2023 floods highlighted vulnerabilities in transportation and community preparedness. Identified Need: Our community recognises the…
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