Denise Roche on the Royal Commission on Auckland Governance

Well done Waiheke! A massive community mobilisation saw Waiheke produce a huge number of submissions to the Royal Commission on Auckland Governance. In fact, we make up around only 0.6% of the population of the greater Auckland area but put in around a third of the submissions and forced a hearing of the commission right here on Waiheke.

The majority of submissions from Waiheke emphasised the need for decision making that takes account of our unique local needs. In response the Royal Commission has made the following recommendation.

Waiheke and Great Barrier Island Community Boards should have greater delegated powers than at present, including the management of community halls and reserves, and powers to decide on some local services covered by a budget allocation.

The full report, executive summary and recommendations of the Royal commission can be found here.

Our local councillor Denise Roche is very pleased with the community effort and the outcomes. Hear her interview with Kevin on Island Life on 28 March

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