North Shore residents are being urged to give feedback on Auckland Council’s Annual Plan with consultation open now until 28 March 2025.
North Shore Councillor Richard Hills is calling on all residents and business owners on the shore to take the time to share their thoughts on the plan so we know we are on the right track.
“This budget represents record investment in our transport, water, and natural environment. In the past, our community has strongly supported investment in these areas, and this budget maintains the balance of funding important services for today while investing in our future. Make sure you take the time to have your voice heard,” Hills says.
The focus of the plan is to strengthen Auckland’s financial and physical resilience, as part of council's Long-Term Plan, while taking care to invest where it is most needed to manage our city's growth.
When giving feedback, some of the things you will be asked about include:
- Council’s plan for 2025/2026, which includes investment in transport, infrastructure, the environment, services and facilities and economic and cultural development and funding for local communities.
- Promotion and funding of major events, including a proposed levy for visitors staying in short term accommodation.
- Plans for your local board area, including a fairer funding model that address imbalances between Auckland’s 21 local boards.
- Proposed changes to targeted rates, fees and charges.
- Tūpuna Maunga Authority and its governance of the 14 Tūpuna Maunga (ancestral mountains) of Tāmaki Makaurau.
Keep in mind that you don’t have to respond to every section.
How do I have my say?
The fastest way is through our online form. You can also find email, post and drop-off options at the Have your Say website.
How do I speak to someone or have my say in-person?
If you want to find out more, or you have questions, you can come to a range of in-person events to speak to local board members about the plan and what it means for your community.
Kaipātiki Local Board events
- Northcote Movies in Parks drop-in session - Friday 14 March 2025, 6 - 8pm at Te Kaitaka Greenslade Reserve, Greenslade Crescent, Northcote
- Beach Haven fun run drop-in session - Sunday 16 March 2025, 8am – 12pm Shepherds Park, 31-35 Cresta Avenue, Beach Haven
Devonport-Takapuna Local Board events
- ‘World Café’ workshop-style event - Thursday 13 March 2025, 10am-12pm at Takapuna Croquet Club, 8 Auburn Street, Takapuna.
You must register for this event by emailing devonporttakapunalocalboard@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Find the full list of North Auckland events at tinyurl.com/ourplan-north
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