Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.

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Does the building consent process need to change?

• Yes
• No
• Other - I'll share below!

Vote View Results

• 91.5% Yes
  91.5% Complete
• 8.1% No
  8.1% Complete
• 0.4% Other - I'll share below!
  0.4% Complete

1123 votes

fire news

The Team from Mapua Volunteer Fire Brigade

Mar to Apr 24 call outs


16 Mar 17:55 small fire on beach under cliff at kina Peninsula, put fire out, person at
fire did not know of total fire ban.

17 Mar 17:50 Cars on fire Iwa St believed to be out, Ex firefighter helped to put out.
17 Mar 18:10 Bonfire on beach at McKee domain, put fire out, person at
fire did not know of total fire ban.
22 Mar 15:35 Med call to Mapua Health Centre, threat to life, stood down before
getting to station.
23 Mar 10:25 beach fire at Pine Hill reserve, unattended fire from the night before,
brigade put out.
29 Mar 13:21 Camper van fire on Westdale Rd, fully involved. Brigade put fire out,
vented an LPG bottle. Possible fuel issue.



all outs for the year =22

Safety Tip – Be safe.

Check fireplaces, clean chimneys, use the 1-meter rule when using log burners.

Go to the Check it’s alright web site to see if you can light a fire, most fires in this area need a permit.

For fire safety info go to - fireandemergency.nz...
for fire permits go to - www.checkitsalright.nz...

We have had a few members who have left recently and are looking for some new members to join the brigade, who would be available day time.
If interested come and see us at 3 Iwa St after 7PM on a Thursday evening.

Lest we forget...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.