This post, originally dating back to 2017, outlines the need for a revamp in New Zealand’s planning and infrastructure agencies. The proposal involves the establishment of a National Planning Agency and a National Infrastructure Agency, aiming to streamline inter-regional planning and development. The current lack of coordination and inefficiency within existing institutions is highlighted. The suggested reform encompasses a restructured Ministry for Planning, Infrastructure and the Environment, comprising of three key agencies. These changes are intended to enhance collaboration and coordination for more effective and holistic planning and development across the country.
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Urban Renewal Works. My Plan to (re)Build Strong Towns!
An urgent call to action for Aotearoa: Make a bold move to revive our struggling towns and Metropolitan Centres. Lifting ourselves out of the recession demands real economic intervention. It’s time to kick-start a Public Works Program to spur job creation and consumer spending. Forget the ineffective slash and burn tactics—we need a solid plan for urban renewal and infrastructure investment. Let’s embrace this opportunity to transform our urban landscape, attract businesses, and propel Aotearoa into the modern era. It’s an investment in our future, not just an expense.
Ed Clayton: Thoughts on Auckland flooding. Is there a Way Forward?
Forwards or backwards A guest post from Ed Clayton who has written for the blog before coving Green Infrastructure especially around Storm Water. I’m writing a few days after Tāmaki … Continue reading Ed Clayton: Thoughts on Auckland flooding. Is there a Way Forward?
If I was running for Auckland Council: My Five Point Vision for Auckland
No more status quo! Yesterday’s poll result presented polar opposites debate how to go forward with the Mayoral campaigns in Auckland. As a brief cap the poll yesterday showed Wayne … Continue reading If I was running for Auckland Council: My Five Point Vision for Auckland
Auckland Transport Improving Transit Accessibility for Mobility Passenger Supporters
Plus One Bus Companion making bus travel more accessible From Auckland Transport: From today onwards people holding a Total Mobility Card will be able to bring a support person with … Continue reading Auckland Transport Improving Transit Accessibility for Mobility Passenger Supporters
Auckland Transport Prepares to Bring Auckland into the 21st Century (finally) with Parking and Transit Lane Strategies
Time to get Auckland moving Auckland Transport have released their updated with Parking Strategy (and technically Bus/Active Mode Strategy as well) for public consultation. As mentioned, it is an update … Continue reading Auckland Transport Prepares to Bring Auckland into the 21st Century (finally) with Parking and Transit Lane Strategies
PLEASE SHARE: Auckland Council on Outdoor Dining Spaces during Pandemic Era. Also more should be done by Auckland Transport, and Panuku
Outdoor dining to be made more streamed line. Pressure continues on Auckland Transport The following is from Auckland Council in regards to outdoor dining spaces in reaction to the Omicron … Continue reading PLEASE SHARE: Auckland Council on Outdoor Dining Spaces during Pandemic Era. Also more should be done by Auckland Transport, and Panuku
Going Three Storeys as Standard Operating Procedure in Urban Auckland – A very short post
Amenities and Infrastructure you say? Support Three Storeys With the Resource Management (Enabling Housing Supply and Other Matters) Amendment Bill closing for submissions today and yours truly submitting on this … Continue reading Going Three Storeys as Standard Operating Procedure in Urban Auckland – A very short post
Can Spatial Planning Enable New (actually old) Ways of behaviours and Spatial Forms?
Can we do this? Sure why not… We have to face it, the current way we plan and build cities are not conductive towards pollution, mental health, efficiency (including energy … Continue reading Can Spatial Planning Enable New (actually old) Ways of behaviours and Spatial Forms?
Have your say on proposed speed limit changes around Tāmaki Makaurau
More speed limits to be adjusted but no changes to road design? Auckland Transport has started the next round of Speed Limit reviews across the Auckland region. From Auckland Transport: … Continue reading Have your say on proposed speed limit changes around Tāmaki Makaurau