Northern Pathway Confirmed on Western Side of Motorway
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) have announced that the Akoranga Drive to Constellation Drive portion of the Northern Pathway will be on the western side of the motorway, with 82% of respondants supporting this side of the motorway.
This mirrors the Kaipātiki Local Board's formal feedback of supporting the western side of the motorway with connections into the surrounding roads and reserves.
The Kaipātiki Local Board had also highlighted concern about the potential effect on Smiths Bush Scenic Reserve, and this was also reflected in public feedback. NZTA are now working with the local restoration groups and the Local Board on options in this area that will protect the bush.
NZTA announcement: www.nzta.govt.nz...
On Smiths Bush, NZTA say:
"We received a great deal of feedback highlighting the special place that Smiths Bush holds in the community as an ancient, ecologically unique urban ngahere (forest). We have listened to this and are working with relevant community groups, local boards and government agencies to consider options to mitigate any potential environmental impact as we finalise our business case. There will be further discussion with mana whenua, project partners and key stakeholders as this design detail is developed in the next phase of the project. Through our ongoing public engagement we will also consider how the wider cultural and social elements can be enhanced to deliver a project that benefits the whole community."
For more information:
* NZTA announcement: www.nzta.govt.nz...
* Download PDF with more info on the route: www.nzta.govt.nz...
* Download PDF with public engagement results: www.nzta.govt.nz...
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When John was six years old he hammered a nail into his favorite tree to mark his height.
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Live Q&A: Garden maintenance with Crewcut
This Wednesday, we are having another Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with John Bracewell from Crewcut.
John Bracewell, former Black Caps coach turned Franchisee Development Manager and currently the face of Crewcut’s #Movember campaign, knows a thing or two about keeping the grass looking sharp—whether it’s on a cricket pitch or in your backyard!
As a seasoned Crewcut franchisee, John is excited to answer your lawn and gardening questions. After years of perfecting the greens on the field, he's ready to share tips on how to knock your garden out of the park. Let's just say he’s as passionate about lush lawns as he is about a good game of cricket!
John is happy to answer questions about lawn mowing, tree/hedge trimming, tidying your garden, ride on mowing, you name it! He'll be online on Wednesday, 27th of November to answer them all.
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