Deborah Russell, MP for New Lynn
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Auckland Council has advised that around 3000 letters were sent out to ratepayers who own property that has been white, yellow, or red stickered.
Ratepayers who receive this letter can apply for the rates relief fund by visiting aucklandcouncil.smartygrants.com.au... and completing the … View moreAuckland Council has advised that around 3000 letters were sent out to ratepayers who own property that has been white, yellow, or red stickered.
Ratepayers who receive this letter can apply for the rates relief fund by visiting aucklandcouncil.smartygrants.com.au... and completing the easy/simple application.
Submissions close at 10pm on 28 April 2023.
Ratepayers will be eligible for support if their property is both:
• uninhabitable
• has a red, yellow or white placard against the property.
Those who have applied for a hardship grant under the emergency relief fund for non-rates related support can apply again to this fund.
If residents did not receive a letter but feel that they should have, they can either email erfgrants@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or call our call centre on 09 301 0101 for guidance and assistance regarding the grant.
There's been a bit of noise locally about the Water Services Bill with some people suggesting it would mean that water catchments in the Waitakere Ranges would be transferred to the new Auckland/Northland water entity.
This is NOT the case. But I checked it with the Minister during the … View moreThere's been a bit of noise locally about the Water Services Bill with some people suggesting it would mean that water catchments in the Waitakere Ranges would be transferred to the new Auckland/Northland water entity.
This is NOT the case. But I checked it with the Minister during the debate today. I asked: "Following on from the question about stormwater, I have a similar one related to concern from my own area, the New Lynn electorate, which includes the entire Waitakere Ranges. A number of people in the Waitakere Ranges have expressed concern that the land there might transfer to the new water services entities and pass out of local control because it has significant water catchment dams there. They're very beautiful, very important to Auckland, near 100 percent full, but the real worry is the surrounding water catchment. So I'm asking if the Minister could please give some assurance that the land, the park—the beautiful Waitakere Ranges Park—will remain in local control under the new water services entities."
The Minister replied saying: "I want to come to the particular question of the member in relation to parks and reserves because I think the question is broader and it is one that warrants a response. The criteria for transferring stormwater infrastructure is based on whether it is predominantly used to manage stormwater, as I've said many times in this House, and whether it's critical to the stormwater system. In general, parks' predominant use is not for stormwater. Their predominant use is as a park, a public recreation place where people love to go, and therefore they will not transfer to the new entities. That's something that needs to be said very clearly. Territorial authorities will be heavily involved, as I've said previously, in identifying which infrastructure will transfer to entities. I must stress this point because it is by consent of the councils, not over and above them, because everybody preserves their quality of life through having good recreational places to take their children and the like. A park would never, therefore, be transferred out of territorial authority management if it was not the wish of the territorial authority. So, I really wanted to highlight that."
Our Government has worked hard to lift incomes and make life more affordable for Kiwi families. Now, as we move forward with our plan to grow a secure economy for all, we’re providing further cost of living support for people here in the New Lynn Electorate. Our new Cost of Living Payment starts … View moreOur Government has worked hard to lift incomes and make life more affordable for Kiwi families. Now, as we move forward with our plan to grow a secure economy for all, we’re providing further cost of living support for people here in the New Lynn Electorate. Our new Cost of Living Payment starts from 1 August, and will support more than two million New Zealanders. You will likely be eligible if you earned $70,000 or less over the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2022, and are aged 18 or older, but aren’t eligible for the Winter Energy Payment.
Inland Revenue is working with more than 600 community groups, sports bodies and other organisations – particularly groups for Māori and Pacific peoples - to spread awareness about who might be eligible for the payment and the need to provide bank account numbers. There are fact sheets in 6 languages and webinars in English and te reo Māori to help share information about the payment and what’s needed for people to receive it.
There’s nothing you need to do to apply for the payment, and the income threshold is based on your individual income, not household income. If you’re eligible, you will receive the payments directly from IRD. However, IRD does need your correct information, so please take a few minutes to make sure that everything is up to date.
People can update bank account details through myIR. They can also use the self-service number 0800 257 777 to add or change a bank account and other details. It is a 24/7 number and there is no wait time.
The Whau Local Board and a number of our wonderful local community groups are hosting a celebration of Seniors this Wednesday 20 July from 10am - 12pm at the New Lynn Community Centre. This is a great opportunity to get along and meet people and learn about the services on offer for seniors. Free … View moreThe Whau Local Board and a number of our wonderful local community groups are hosting a celebration of Seniors this Wednesday 20 July from 10am - 12pm at the New Lynn Community Centre. This is a great opportunity to get along and meet people and learn about the services on offer for seniors. Free morning tea, health checks, goodie bags, entertainment and friendship 😊
I'm running a series of Community Catch-up meetings around the New Lynn Electorate during the next Parliamentary Recess week. These one on one meetings are for 15 minutes each across an hour. If you would like to meet with me, phone my office at 09 820 6245, or email newlynn.mp@parliament.govt… View moreI'm running a series of Community Catch-up meetings around the New Lynn Electorate during the next Parliamentary Recess week. These one on one meetings are for 15 minutes each across an hour. If you would like to meet with me, phone my office at 09 820 6245, or email newlynn.mp@parliament.govt to make a time, or just turn up and say hello!
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