I hope you're enjoying Auckland’s summer and making the most of our beautiful beaches and outdoor environment.
It’s been good to see people out and about on our harbours and the Hauraki Gulf and taking advantage of our regional and local parks and amenities. This coming February kicks off with the celebration of Waitangi Day at Manukau, Ōkahu Bay and Hoani Waititi Marae; and the Lantern Festival in the Auckland Domain.
Around the city you will see the continuing development and transformation of Auckland, with $73 billion worth of construction planned or taking place. This unprecedented growth is contributing to jobs and prosperity in our region but has also created the need for major and overdue investment in public infrastructure.
In our current 10-year budget, we have put aside $26 billion for infrastructure for housing, transport and the environment, the highest amount ever in the history of Auckland.
Enjoy the rest of the summer and I hope 2019 will be a great year for you and your family.
Phil Goff, Mayor of Auckland
