Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board

 

OPEN MINUTES

 

 

 

Minutes of a meeting of the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board held in the Te Oro Music and Arts Centre, 98 Line Road, Glen Innes on Tuesday, 29 April 2025 at 11.00am.

 

Te Hunga kua Tae mai | present

 

Chairperson

Maria Meredith

 

Deputy Chairperson

Debbie Burrows

 

Members

Don Allan

 

 

Nerissa Henry

 

 

Chris Makoare

 

 

Peter McGlashan

 

 

Tony Woodcock

 

 


Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board

29 April 2025

 

 

 

1          Nau mai | Welcome

 

 

 

2          Ngā Tamōtanga | Apologies

 

There were no apologies.

 

 

 

 

3          Te Whakapuaki i te Whai Pānga | Declaration of Interest

 

Member P McGlashan declared his employment at New Zealand Transport Agency.

 

Member C Makoare declared an interest in item 8.1 Deputation - Te Waipuna Puawai - Bill Takerei.

 

 

 

4          Te Whakaū i ngā Āmiki | Confirmation of Minutes

 

Resolution number MT/2025/23

MOVED by Member T Woodcock, seconded by Member C Makoare:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)          whakaū / confirm the ordinary minutes of its meeting, held on Tuesday, 25 March 2025, as  true and correct.

CARRIED

 

 

5          He Tamōtanga Motuhake | Leave of Absence

 

There were no leaves of absence.


 

 

 

6          Te Mihi | Acknowledgements

 

6.1

Acknowledgement - Onehunga Islamic Centre

 

The Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board acknowledges the Onehunga Islamic Centre and its leaders - Dr Salim Mangera, Chair; Imam Kari Ahmed; Shaikh Manzursaheb; and their community - for hosting us in celebration of the conclusion of their Eid festivities.

This event was part of our Placemaking – Engaged Communities programme, which aims to foster cultural understanding, promote community interaction, and strengthen neighbourhood connections. As outlined in our 2024/25 work programme, one of our goals is to build relationships with less-engaged communities, including the Onehunga Islamic Centre and other local groups.

The event provided a valuable opportunity to learn more about the Islamic faith, share food, and engage in meaningful conversations. These cultural exchanges help promote community engagement, increase civic participation, and strengthen social cohesion. This ensures that our diverse communities are not only heard but actively contribute to shaping the future of Maungakiekie-Tāmaki.

Through months of outreach, the Centre opened its doors to the public, inviting residents, local board members, MPs, community leaders, as well as officers from the council and police.

We also extend our thanks to Auckland Council’s Yongjie Li, Specialist Advisor - Community Delivery (Central/East), for his collaboration with Dr Mangera in making this event a success.

 

 

Resolution number MT/2025/24

MOVED by Member D Allan, seconded by Member N Henry:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)         acknowledge the Onehunga Islamic Centre and its leaders - Dr Salim Mangera, Chair; Imam Kari Ahmed; Shaikh Manzursaheb; and their community - for hosting us in celebration of the conclusion of their Eid festivities.

b)         acknowledge the passing of Pope Francis on 21 April 2025.

CARRIED

 

 

 


 

 

 

7          Ngā Petihana | Petitions

 

7.1

Petition - Onehunga Business Association business improvement district (BID) area expansion ballot

 

Documents were tabled in support of the item. Copies have been placed on the official minutes and are available on the Auckland Council website as minutes attachment.

 

Andrew Body and Mark Jorey were in attendance to present a petition regarding the the Onehunga Business Association (OBA) business improvement district area expansion ballot.

Petition Prayer:  

OBA’s reccomendations for targeted rate grants for 2024/25 and 2025/26 are invalid

OBA’s mandatory summaries for 2024 and 2025 are incorrect

OBA has not complied with Requirement 22 of the BID Policy.

We ask that Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board recommends a targeted rate grant of $449,000 for 2025/26.

 

Resolution number MT/2025/25

MOVED by Deputy Chairperson D Burrows, seconded by Member D Allan:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)         whiwhi /receive the petition and thank Andrew Body and Mark Jorey for their attendance and presentation.

CARRIED

 

Attachments

a     29 April 2025 - Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board - Item 7.1- Andrew Body - Onehunga Business Association business improvement district (BID) area expansion ballot, Tabled document

b     29 April 2025 - Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board - Item 7.1- Andrew Body - supporting Tabled document A

c     29 April 2025 - Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board - Item 7.1- Andrew Body - supporting Tabled document B

d     29 April 2025 - Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board - Item 7.1- Andrew Body - supporting Tabled document C

 

 

8          Ngā Tono Whakaaturanga | Deputations

 

8.1

Deputation: Te Waipuna Puawai - Bill Takerei

 

A document was tabled in support of the item.  A copy has been placed on the official minutes and are available on the Auckland Council website as minutes attachment.

 

Resolution number MT/2025/26

MOVED by Chairperson M Meredith, seconded by Member P McGlashan:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)         whakamihi / thank Bill Takerei for his attendance and presentation.

CARRIED

 

Attachments

a     Item 8.1 Deputation: Te Waipuna Puawai - Bill Takerei, Tabled document

 

 

9          Te Matapaki Tūmatanui  | Public Forum

 

There was no public forum.

 

 

10        Ngā Pakihi Autaia | Extraordinary Business

 

There was no extraordinary business.

 

Note: Items 12 – 27 were considered prior to Item 11 – Governing Body Member’s update.

 

 

11

Governing Body Member's Update

 

Resolution number MT/2025/27

MOVED by Member N Henry, seconded by Member P McGlashan:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)      whiwhi /receive Councillor Josephine Bartley’s 17 March 2025 – 11 April 2025 report.

CARRIED

 

 

12

Chairperson's Report

 

Resolution number MT/2025/28

MOVED by Member N Henry, seconded by Member T Woodcock:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)      whiwhi / receive Chairperson Maria Meredith’s 25 March 2025 to 26 April 2025 report.

CARRIED

 

 

13

Board Member's Reports

 

Resolution number MT/2025/29

MOVED by Deputy Chairperson D Burrows, seconded by Member D Allan:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)      whiwhi / receive the verbal update from Member Chris Makoare.

CARRIED

 


 

 

 

14

Future of the Panmure Sign: Community Feedback and Options Analysis

 

Marcel Morgan, Manager Area Operations, and Tony Hart, Consultant, were in attendance to speak to the report.

 

Resolution number MT/2025/30

MOVED by Member D Allan, seconded by Member P McGlashan:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)      whakaae / approve the construction of a new replica Panmure Sign for installation, as the preferred use for the $250,000 budget. This decision is based on the final technical advice in the April 2025 Structural Assessment Report (Attachment C) which recommends replacement over retrofit due to structural risks, uncertainties, and the difficulty/cost associated with salvaging original components for reuse, and alignment with community feedback favouring a replica sign (Attachment A).

b)      whakaae / approve Te Horata cycleway entrance / 525 Ellerslie Panmure Highway as the preferred location for the new replica Panmure Sign (as identified through workshop analysis of options), subject to Auckland Transport landowner approval, necessary consents, and further site investigations.

c)      tuhi tīpoka / note that the recommendation to build a new replica sign is based on the final technical advice (April 2025 Structural Assessment Report - Attachment C) which identifies significant risks and challenges with retrofitting the original sign, including the difficulty of salvaging key components like the letter discs ('fins') and the top globe art ('tubes').

d)      whakaae / agree that salvaging original components (letter discs/'fins', globe art/'tubes') for reuse will be a primary priority considered during the detailed design and procurement process for the new replica sign, balanced against technical feasibility and cost implications identified in Attachment C.

e)      direct staff to investigate options for the appropriate reuse, recycling, or disposal of any original Panmure Sign components that cannot be incorporated into the new replica sign, exploring potential heritage interpretation or community art initiatives within the allocated $250,000 project budget.

CARRIED

 

 

15

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Grants Programme 2025/2026

 

Resolution number MT/2025/31

MOVED by Member T Woodcock, seconded by Member N Henry:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)      hai / adopt the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Grants Programme 2025/2026 in Attachment A.

CARRIED

 


 

 

16

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Play Plan 2025

 

Resolution number MT/2025/32

MOVED by Member N Henry, seconded by Member D Allan:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)      hai / adopt the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Play Plan 2025 as set out in Attachment A to the agenda report.

CARRIED

 

 

17

Links to Glen Innes

 

Peter Naber, Elected Relationship Partner, and Adrian Lord, Head of Cycling, Auckland Transport, were in attendance to speak to the report.

 

Resolution number MT/2025/33

MOVED by Member N Henry, seconded by Member C Makoare:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)      tautoko / support Auckland Transport to continue work on the Links to Glen Innes project, specifically for the completion of Line Road, Merton Road, and the roundabout at the intersection of Apirana Avenue and Pilkington Road, with an expected completion date of late 2025 or early 2026.

b)      tūtohu / recommend that Auckland Transport consider recent community feedback (6 March 2025) on the Links to Glen Innes project and roading works and adjust their design and delivery to align with projected growth.

c)      tautoko / support Auckland Transport in continuing their communication and engagement efforts, ensuring regular updates to the local board, business associations, and other local organisations impacted by the Links to Glen Innes project.

CARRIED

 

 

18

Mays Street and Grey Street intersection improvements

 

Peter Naber, Elected Relationship Partner,  Auckland Transport, was in attendance to speak to the report.

 

Resolution number MT/2025/34

MOVED by Member T Woodcock, seconded by Member D Allan:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)      tuhi tīpoka / note the community support through the engagement process for the Mays Street and Grey Street improvements

b)      whakaae / approve Auckland Transport’s upgrade of the Mays Road and Grey Street intersection in Onehunga.

CARRIED

 


 

 

19

Asset recycling: 32 Church Crescent, 1/42 and 2/42 Church Crescent, Panmure and 2/10 Waipuna Road, Mount Wellington

 

Carl May, Team Leader Portfolio Review, was in attendance to speak to the report.

 

Resolution number MT/2025/35

MOVED by Deputy Chairperson D Burrows, seconded by Member C Makoare:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)      ohia / endorse the disposal of

i)       32 Church Crescent, Panmure being Lot 6 DP 38895 contained in Record of Title NA1022/281;

ii)      1/42 and 2/42 Church Crescent, Panmure being LOT 4 DP 49462, contained in Records of Title NA35C/943 and NA35C/944 (1/42 Church Crescent: 1/2 SH Lot 4 DP 49462, Garage 1 DP 79443, Laundry 1 DP 79443, Flat 1 DP 79443 and 2/42 Church Crescent: 1/2 SH Lot 4 DP 49462, Garage 2 DP 79443, Laundry 2 DP 79443, Flat 2 DP 79443); and

iii)     2/10 Waipuna Road, Mount Wellington being Flat 2 DP 95966, ½ SH Lot 15 DP 51781, contained in Record of Title NA52A/294.

CARRIED

 

 

20

Maungakiekie-Tamaki Strategic Partnership Grants 2024-2025 Report

 

Resolution number MT/2025/36

MOVED by Member N Henry, seconded by Member T Woodcock:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)   whakaae / approve the reallocation of $20,000 from work programme line 4381 to work programme line 3950.

b)   whakaae / approve the following three applicants to receive grants from the Strategic Partnerships Grant 2024/2025:

i)    GI Eagles for $60,000 over 3 years from 2024/2025 to 2026/2027, $20,000 per year.

ii)   Dolphin Theatre for $40,000 over 2 years from 2024/2025 to 2025/2026, $20,000 per year.

iii) Maungarei Community Church for $20,000 for 1 year, 2024/2025.

CARRIED

 


 

 

21

Proposed land exchange at Boundary Reserve, Point England and Johnson Reserve, Panmure

 

Tamara Zunich, Specialist Technical Statutory Advisor, and Ngaio Emery, Parks and Places Specialist, were in attendance to speak to the report.

 

Note: An error was made in Paragraph 27 of the report. The correct information is listed below: At its meeting on 23 July 2024 the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board resolved (MT/2024/109) to support public notification of the proposed land exchange of approximately 390m² being part of Johnson Reserve located at 143 Tripoli Road, Point England and legally described as part Lot 330 Deposited Plan 44686 comprised in Record of Title NA2B/621 for the lands held by TRL at the following locations:

 

Resolution number MT/2025/37

MOVED by Member P McGlashan, seconded by Chairperson M Meredith:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)   whakaae / approve the proposed land exchange under section 15 of the Reserves Act 1977 of 385m² being part of Johnson Reserve located at 47A Dunkirk Road, Panmure, legally described as part Lot 330 Deposited Plan 44686 comprised in Record of Title NA2B/621 for the following lands held by Tāmaki Regeneration Limited located at:

i) 3 Sanda Road, Panmure

Legally described as Lot 1 DP 194730 comprised in record of title NA124A/227

Area of land exchange: 534m²

ii)   4 Sanda Road, Panmure

Legally described as Lot 2 DP194730 comprised in record of title NA124A/228

Area of land exchange: 543m²

iii)  5-6 Sanda Road, Panmure,

Legally described as Lot 10 Deposited Plan 38232 comprised in Record of Title NA46C/106.

Area of land exchange: 1166 m²

iv)  33 Torino Street, Point England

Legally described as Lot 489 Deposited Plan 39861 comprised in record of title NA105D/899

Area of land exchange: 749m²

v)   42-44 Tripoli Road, Panmure

Legally described as Lot 684 Deposited Plan 39835 comprised in record of title NA21D/689

Area of land exchange: 1012m²

vi)  46 Tripoli Road, Panmure

Legally described as Lot 685 Deposited Plan 39835 comprised in record of title NA21D/690

Area of land exchange:782m²

vii) 48 Tripoli Road, Panmure

Legally described as Lot 686 Deposited Plan 47209 comprised in record of title NA21D/691

Area of land exchange: 617m²

viii) Part of 14 Larsen Road, Panmure

Legally described as Lot 698 Deposited Plan 38231 comprised in Record of Title NA44C/956

Area of land exchange: 235m²

CARRIED

 

Under Standing Order 1.9.3, Member C Makoare requested that his abstention be recorded.

 

 

22

Annual Plan 2025-2026: local board consultation feedback and input

 

Resolution number MT/2025/38

MOVED by Member T Woodcock, seconded by Member C Makoare:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)    tuku / provide feedback on Governing Body regional topics in the Annual Plan 2025/2026 in Attachment A.

b)    tautoko / support in principle the overall plan and most of the Governing Body regional topics in the Annual Plan 2025/2026.

c)    do not support the bed night visitor levy. Instead, request a focus on destination management and major events, with a preference for a stronger emphasis on the a ‘user pays’ approach and greater transparency in operations.

d)    do not support the increase in dog adoption fees as this may lead to unintended consequences, such as an increased number of impounded dogs.

e)    tautoko / support the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board’s priorities and activities for the Annual Plan 2025/2026. [BP1] 

CARRIED

 

 

23

Allocation of decision-making responsibilities for council-controlled organisation activities coming in house

 

Rachel Wilson, Principal Advisor, was in attendance to speak to the report.

 

Resolution number MT/2025/39

MOVED by Deputy Chairperson D Burrows, seconded by Member D Allan:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)         tuku / provide feedback on staff proposals relating to the allocation of decision-making responsibility for:

i)           the urban regeneration and property management activities currently governed by the Eke Panuku board

ii)         the economic development activities currently governed by the Tātaki Auckland Unlimited board

to either the Governing Body or local boards in accordance with section 17 of the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009

b)         tautoko / support, in principle, the table allocations of Governing Body and local board decision-making for each CCO.

i)           support initiatives which focus on improved delivery of programmes of work, noting the length of time it has taken for Unlock Panmure and Transform Onehunga programmes to get to the stage they are at. 

ii)         support initiatives which accelerate delivery of these programmes of work.

c)         tono / request that future plans ensure local boards are adequately resourced to meet the growing demands for local economic development plans and to support increased decision-making responsibilities.

d)         tono / request support for elected members and staff to prepare for these changes, particularly with the increased focus on urban regeneration and local economic development.

e)         tono / request that resources and support be planned for local board members facing increased workloads due to the shift of CCO decision-making responsibilities in-house.

f)           tono / request an increase in staff resourcing, particularly for local board-facing staff, to provide quality strategic advice and empower local boards in their roles.

g)         tautoko / support the reinstatement of local economic development plans, projects, and initiatives within the parameters set by regional strategies, policies, and plans, under local board decision-making.

h)         tono / request that quality advice be provided to local boards in a timely manner, with provisions for more time if needed to support additional decision-making responsibilities.

i)           tautoko / support empowering local boards to implement priority location plans and make decisions on local urban regeneration projects, noting that Maungakiekie-Tāmaki is a targeted priority housing and regeneration area.

j)           tono / to provide dedicated support for local boards to seek innovative opportunities for funding partnerships, enabling high quality asset development in the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki local board area

k)         tuhi tīpoka / note that staff recommendations and feedback from local boards will be considered at the Governing Body meeting on 29 May 2025 and associated changes to the allocation of decision-making table will be implemented as part of Annual Plan 2025/2026 decisions 

l)           tuhi tīpoka / note that further work is required in relation to determining the future decision-making allocation on:

i)           funding of new priority urban regeneration or development locations as additional programmes are identified

ii)         how anticipated demand from local boards for local economic development and urban regeneration advice is to be addressed

iii)        property management decisions (undertaken as part of the Group Property Review

CARRIED

 


 

24

Proposed changes to the draft Manaaki Tāmaki Makaurau: Auckland Open Space, Sport and Recreation Strategy

 

Resolution number MT/2025/40

MOVED by Member P McGlashan, seconded by Member T Woodcock:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)          ohia / endorse the following sections of the final amended Manaaki Tāmaki Makaurau: Auckland Open Space, Sport and Recreation Strategy in Attachment B:

i)           five strategic directions.

ii)         four investment principles.

iii)        Policy 1: Making the most of our open spaces, and it’s five associated objectives.

iv)        Policy 3: Auckland Council’s investment in play, sport and recreation, and it’s three associated objectives.

b)         do not support:

i)           Policy 2: Open space provision and acquisition, and its two associated objectives, Objective 6 and Objective 7.

c)          do not consider that the following key themes from community feedback are adequately addressed by Policy 2 as currently drafted:

i)           all Aucklanders must have access to safe, well-maintained open spaces

ii)         open space needs to be an integral part of urban planning.

d)         tono / request Policy and Planning Committee do not adopt the draft strategy and direct staff to develop a new approach to provision and acquisition of open space, given the points raised in b) – c).

e)          tautoko / support the development of an implementation and monitoring plan, and improved advice being provided to decision-makers, following amended and adoption of an updated strategy.

f)            tono / request that information provided to local boards be consolidated, with local board involvement earlier in planning processes. Improved alignment between regional and local planning cycles, funding and budgets, along with clearer information on trade-offs, is essential for the successful implementation of this strategy.

CARRIED

 


 

 

25

Public feedback on proposal to amend dog policy and bylaw

 

Resolution number MT/2025/41

MOVED by Member D Allan, seconded by Member N Henry:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)      tūtohi / receive public feedback from people in the local board area to the Governing Body proposal to amend matters of regional significance in the Auckland Council Kaupapa mo ngā Kurī | Policy on Dogs 2019 and Ture a Rohe Tiakina Kurī | Dog Management Bylaw 2019 in the agenda report.

b)      tono / request that the Dog Policy and Bylaw Panel (the Panel) take into account not only the volume of feedback received, but also the solutions offered by submitters. Many of the comments include valuable insights for issues such as irresponsible dog breeding, non-compliance with leash laws, and challenges of enforcement. These suggestions should be given serious consideration, as they reflect practical approaches to addressing the concerns raised.

c)      tūtohu / recommend that the Panel look into the root issues identified in the feedback, such as the prevalence of unregistered breeding, the lack of desexing in certain communities, and the under-resourcing of animal management services. By addressing these underlying causes, the revised bylaw will be more effective in creating lasting change, promoting responsible dog ownership throughout Auckland, and keeping communities safe from dog-related harm.

d)      tautoko / support the following matters raised in public feedback:

i)           Uncontrolled and irresponsible dog breeding: there were strong concerns raised about the prevalence of backyard breeding, particularly involving larger or aggressive breeds such as Staffordshire and Pitbull mixes. Submitters noted that unregistered dogs are breeding freely, especially in areas with limited containment.

ii)         Safety concerns and public impact: Many community members highlighted the dangers posed by roaming and uncontrolled dogs, including attacks on pets and wildlife, and a general sense of fear in public spaces. Specific incidents were mentioned where roaming dogs charged or attacked other animals or people, raising concerns for both public safety and animal welfare. There was also a sense of frustration that responsible dog owners and professional dog walkers are being targeted by proposed bylaw changes, while the root issues remain unaddressed.

CARRIED

 


 

 

26

Hōtaka Kaupapa / Governance Forward Work Calendar

 

Resolution number MT/2025/42

MOVED by Member P McGlashan, seconded by Member N Henry:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)      tuhi tīpoka / note the attached Hōtaka Kaupapa / Governance Forward Work Calendar as of 23 April 2025.

CARRIED

 

 

27

Record of Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Workshops

 

MOVED by Member T Woodcock, seconded by Member D Allan:  

That the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board:

a)      whiwhi / receive the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board workshop records for the workshops held on 4, 11, 18 and 25 March 2025.

 

 

Note: Item 11 – Governing Body Member’s Report was considered prior to Item 28 – Consideration of Extraordinary Items.

 

28        Te Whakaaro ki ngā Take Pūtea e Autaia ana | Consideration of Extraordinary Items

 

There was no consideration of extraordinary items.

 

 

 

 

12.30 pm                                            The chairperson thanked members for their attendance and attention to business and declared the meeting closed.

 

CONFIRMED AS A TRUE AND CORRECT RECORD AT A MEETING OF THE Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board HELD ON

 

 

 

DATE:.........................................................................

 

 

 

CHAIRPERSON:.......................................................


 [BP1]Check with Maria and Debbe if rec a) in Char's rec is sufficient to cover rec c).