New MP for Manurewa focussed on justice reform, affordable health care
Hi neighbours, lawyer Arena Williams will represent the electorate of Manurewa in Parliament for the next three years. The 30-year-old stormed to victory with more than 10,000 votes over her closest rival, National’s Nuwi Samarakone. She said her priority would be justice reform and affordable housing. The Manurewa electorate includes the suburbs of Clendon Park, Weymouth and Wiri, as well as some streets in Manukau and Manurewa.
Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
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.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.
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91.6% Yes
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8% No
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0.4% Other - I'll share below!
Lest we forget...
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.
Revamp an open wardrobe
Cut visual clutter and give tired shelves new life with doors and colourful Resene paint.