Category: unitary plan
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The Unitary Plan problem
Auckland Council’s Unitary Plan has been in the news lately. Although I have some sympathy for Council’s position announced in December 2015 I think the process could and should have been handled better. Some historical context is important. As part of the amalgamation process the Government decided that the new Council should have a super duper new plan…
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The plight of urban trees
Two recent news stories highlight the threats being faced by our urban forest. The world famous Paturoa Kauri has a new resident. Johno Smith decided to set up home in its branches after the chainsaws made an unexpected reappearance at the site. And in Margan Ave in New Lynn concerned members of the community chose…