Public consultation on West Auckland Airport
West Auckland Airport, Parakai has made an application to the Ministry of Transport to become an airport authority. The powers and responsibilities the Airport has under legislation will change should the application be granted. The Ministry of Transport would like to hear views from the community about this application through a public consultation process.
**Public meeting**
23 May, 7:30 pm,
Helensville War Memorial Hall
Light refreshments will be provided
Please RSVP to ParakaiAirport@transport.govt.nz by 16 May
West Auckland Airport has applied for airport authority status, as it plans to develop the airport, with the aim of attracting a commercial passenger-carrying airline. Part of this plan could include the development of a new, longer runway. It views airport authority status as an important step for future growth, allowing it greater ability to attract new investment for planned developments. We are inviting submissions on the proposal from West Auckland Airport, and you are also welcome to attend a public meeting on this application.
Public consultation - providing feedback
There are a number of ways you can provide feedback on the application. The deadline for all submissions is 31 May 2019. Information about the application can be found at www.transport.govt.nz
1. Email the Ministry of Transport at ParakaiAirport@transport.govt.nz
2. Write to the Ministry of Transport at:
West Auckland Airport Consultation
Ministry of Transport
PO Box 3175
Wellington
6140
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