Waitemata Local Board
We have much engagement with Waitemata Local Board. Submissions, presentations on local issues. Stay across local concerns and attend the monthly WLB meetings. Here is the agenda ,minutes and location
Te Rimutahi – History of Ponsonby’s new Civic Space
Te Rimutahi is the Māori name for the ridge that Ponsonby Road follows.The street has always been an important transport route. Translated the Lone Rimu Tree, references a significant tree that stood at the intersection of Ponsonby Road and Karangahape Road. Te Rimu Tahi is now the name of the new civic space located at…
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Te Rimutahi – Ponsonby’s new Civic Space Opening Event
After 12 years of advocacy work which began with a petition of over 1200 signatures calling for the retention of the entire site at 254 Ponsonby Road for the new civic space, followed by 10 years of work as the Community-Led Design Group (established by the Waitematā Local Board in 2015), the transformation of what…
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Grey Lynn 2030: Response to Strengthening New Zealand’s emergency management legislation
From 15 April to 13 May 2025 the government is inviting submissions on options to strengthen New Zealand’s overarching emergency management legislation and inform the design of a new Emergency Management Bill. Our community group, Grey Lynn 2030, appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback on the discussion document Strengthening New Zealand’s emergency management legislation. We…
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Auckland Council Elections – Key Dates 2025
To da Auckland Council Elections Key Dates 2025 Check you are enrolled to vote 1 September 2024 – 1 August 2025 Consider being a candidate 1 September 2024 – 1 July 2025 Candidate nominations open 4 July 2025 Candidate nominations close (12 noon) 1 August 2025 Candidates announced 8 August 2025 Final electoral roll certified by Electoral Officer 5 September 2025 Voting papers sent to enrolled voters 9 September – 22 September 2025 Voting opens 9 September – 11 October 2025…
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Hakanoa Recovery: 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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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 –
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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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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