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Busy on the beach at MangawhaiMangawhai Heads volunteer lifeguards had a very busy weekend on the beach with a number of incidents occuring on both days. With an improvement in weather and swell conditions over the weekend beach goer numbers were up and lifeguards were kept busy. On Saturday lifeguards were alerted of a Mayday call from a distressed boat to the north of the patrolled lifeguard area approximately half way between Bream Tail and the end of Mangawhai Beach. A team of lifeguards responded in an IRB (Inflatable Rescue Boat) and the Sea Rider (ocean going rescue vessel) was also dispatched. Lifeguards located the distressed vessel and found all 6 of its occupants up on the rocks . Lifeguards then took four people in IRB out to Searider which then returned them to shore safely. The Searider returned and lifeguards were able to tow the boat off the rocks and back thought the bar to the boat ramp. There were no injuries. Lifeguard Nick Dobrowolski said that those on board were extremely fortunate and that it was good to see they were all wearing life jackets. On Sunday morning (11.20am) lifeguards helped locate a 14 yr old boy after after his mother raised the alarm. Shortly after the search for the missing boy took place a 9 year old girl came up to the surf club complaining of lower back pains. After lying her down on a spinal board, and realising that she had altered feeling in her left leg and right arm, lifeguards decided to treat as a suspected spinal injury. The patient was then secured and her neck was stabilized. An ambulance was called from Bream Bay. Also a bystander off the beach, who was an off duty paramedic, came and assisted lifeguards with monitoring until the ambulance arrived. After conducting their survey, ambulance staff said it was unlikely she had broken her back and they she may have pinched a nerve. They took her to Whangarei Hospital for checks. Club Captain Richard Kannemeyer was very happy with the outcome and was pleased to see MHVLS Lifeguards prepared for the variety of incidents that occurred. Key safety messages for the community to take away from this are :
Auckland Council acts on Taranaki gas leakAuckland Council has begun shutting down gas supplies to its buildings and services after the detection of the gas leak from the Maui pipeline in North Taranaki. There may be some resulting disruption to the provision of services such as swimming pools, crematoria and some council offices and buildings (heating only). Auckland Council responded immediately yesterday to an instruction from Vector, which manages the pipeline, asking for large users to restrict their gas usage. Council’s property department is coordinating the shut down of all gas supplies to its buildings and services. The Mayor Len Brown is urging Aucklanders to do what they can to reduce usage. “This is a major challenge for Auckland and the council is responding by activating our Emergency Coordination Centre,” says Len Brown. “I am urging all Auckland businesses and retailers to seek advice from their gas provider as to how to safely shut off supplies as quickly as possible.” The Emergency Coordination Centre coordinates activity in emergencies between council departments and council controlled organisations (CCOs). Clive Manley, Auckland Civil Defence Controller, says Auckland Civil Defence is supporting Vector and other stakeholders in response to this incident. “There is no estimated time of completion for repairs or resumption of normal services, but it is expected to be at least a number of days.” Auckland Council will regularly update the public via its website and media advisories. Please contact our call centre on 09 301 0101 or go to www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz North Shore Hospital Cardiology Centre opensWaitemata District Health Board’s new $8.5 million Lakeview Cardiology Centre at North Shore Hospital will be officially opened on Monday 31 October. The 25-bed centre houses a coronary care unit, a step-down unit, a cardiology ward and two cardiac catheterisation laboratories, the first of which will operate from November 21. The second lab will start operating in January. The extra capacity will mean shorter waits for patients needing procedures such as angiograms and permanent pacemaker implants, with up to 14 or more procedures a day able to be completed - around double the number performed now. Waitemata DHB’s clinical director of cardiology, Tony Scott, says the centre is an outstanding facility that will provide leading edge care for Waitemata residents close to their homes. “Cardiovascular disease accounts for 40 per cent of all deaths in New Zealand and is particularly problematic in Waitemata. Having local access to cardiology services makes a tremendous difference to our patients and this centre boosts our capacity significantly." The light, modern facility is located on the first floor of North Shore Hospital’s Lakeview Development, above the new emergency department and 50-bed assessment and diagnostic unit. Around 100 staff will work in the centre, which will also offer 24/7 specialist cardiologist advice for doctors working in other areas of North Shore Hospital, at Waitakere Hospital, and in the community. The centre’s first patients will be transferred to the facility from North Shore Hospital’s existing coronary care unit and cardiology ward on November 9. Better treatment for heart disease is one of Waitemata DHB’s top 10 strategic priorities. British Prime Minister to visit New ZealandBritish Prime Minister David Cameron will visit New Zealand next week, Prime Minister John Key announced today. “I am delighted to be able to welcome David Cameron to New Zealand. His visit gives us an opportunity to demonstrate the strength and maturity of the relationship between the United Kingdom and New Zealand,” Mr Key said. Mr Cameron will visit New Zealand before attending the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Perth. His programme will include a formal bilateral meeting with Mr Key, a short visit to Christchurch, and other events which will be advised in coming days. Mr Key said he was looking forward to having Mr Cameron in New Zealand for what would be an important visit. “The relationship between New Zealand and the United Kingdom is a very deep one – it is one of our oldest and closest,” Mr Key said. “We have strong ties between our people and businesses, and a shared outlook on international affairs. This visit will give us an opportunity to celebrate those historical ties and give momentum to the modern relationship which reaches far and wide.” Mr Key said he looked forward to discussing a wide range of regional and global issues with Mr Cameron, including the economic situation in Europe and around the world. Rugby and holidays make for busy weekendWork on state highway improvements in Auckland and Northland will stop today (Friday, 21 October) with the NZ Transport Agency anticipating roads will be busy this Labour Day weekend with both Rugby World Cup 2011 fans and those people driving to holiday destinations. The break in work will help provide a smoother journey for drivers who have Eden Park as their destination, and for those heading away for the long holiday, says the NZTA’s State Highways Manager for Auckland and Northland, Tommy Parker. “People, however, will still need to take care when they drive through construction zones,” Mr Parker adds. . “Speed restrictions will be in place, and they should be observed to ensure safety on these sections of highway.”” Key sites where care is needed include:- SH1 Auckland
“Although many people are already away because of the school holidays, traffic will be heavy on our state highways as others take advantage of the first holiday weekend after winter,” Mr Parker says. The NZTA reminds motorists using the Northern Gateway Toll Road that they have the choice of either paying before leaving home, or paying within five days after their journey. They can do so online at www.tollroad.govt.nz and avoid having to pay the administration fee that applies to other payment options. In Auckland, tens of thousands of rugby fans will be on the move across the city and the NZTA says people should plan to travel early to reach Eden Park on time for Friday’s bronze final and Sunday’s tournament final Traffic could be heavy around the Auckland Harbour Bridge and at the St Lukes interchange on the Northwestern Motorway (State Highway 16), which is close to Eden Park. Mr Parker says the NZTA will do everything it can to keep traffic flowing smoothly on the motorway network. “Tow trucks will remain parked near the harbour bridge to respond quickly to clear any vehicle breakdown, and we will be will using our motorway electronic messages boards to keep drivers informed of traffic conditions ahead,” he says. “To reduce the risk of being caught in congestion or being delayed by having to find a place to park, we would encourage people to use buses or trains, or walk the fan trail to Eden Park,” he adds. Mr Parker says both games will be finishing late, and he urges people to drive with patience and care when they return home. “It’s been a fantastic tournament for New Zealand, and we do not want it marred by an avoidable road crash,” he says. Mr Parker says the NZTA will work with police to actively manage traffic on the state highway network to ensure people have safe journeys. Auckland Plan extensionAuckland Council today announced it is extending the deadline for public submissions on its draft Auckland by six days to 4pm, Monday 31 October. The submission period opened on Tuesday 20 September and was to end on 25 October, two days after the Rugby World Cup 2011 final. “Auckland Council has been listening to the public, who tell us they want their opinion heard on the long-term direction of Auckland, but need more time to make a considered response,” said Penny Hulse, deputy mayor of Auckland. “It’s important every opportunity is extended to the people of Auckland to speak on what they want for their city over the next three decades.” All those making submissions will be given the option to either participate in a workshop hearing forum or traditional hearing. The workshop hearing forum is a new innovative approach to public consultation, initiated by the Deputy Mayor, that will help to meet the diverse needs of Auckland’s communities by offering different ways to present to council. Orewa Santa Parade cancelledDestination Orewa Beach has cancelled this year's Santa Parade and the 2012 Orewa Beach Boulevard Festival. A spokesperson says the decision was based on the need to comply with new Auckland Council regulatory planning requirements, and the lack of time, money and staff resources required to professionally implement these two major events. However, Destination Orewa Beach is actively planning to ensure that the Santa Parade in 2012 and Boulevard Festival in 2013 will proceed. "The Board of Destination Orewa Beach would like to take this opportunity to thank all our generous sponsors, especially Orewa New World, for their support over previous years," the spokesperson said. "We also wish to thank all the schools, groups, businesses and participants for their continued support." Destination Orewa Beach chairman Jonathan Rigg acknowledged the efforts of our Local Board Chairperson Julia Parfitt, Local Board Member John Kirikiri, Councillors Penny Webster and Michael Goudie for their personal efforts to secure these two events at the 11th hour. Aerobatic displays over AucklandThe Red Checkers will provide a formation aerobatic display for the people of Auckland when they take to the skies in a display of manoeuvres set to wow audiences ahead of both RWC semi-final matches. Approximately three hours before the games start on Saturday and Sunday (6.00pm), the Red Checkers will descend over Auckland Harbour, near the Official Fan Zone at Queens Wharf, and perform a display as a prelude to the semi-final matches. “We’re proud to be flying at such a special event that marks our rugby history,” says RNZAF Squadron Leader Jim Rankin. “We’re backing the All Blacks all the way.” The Red Checkers showcase the flying skills of the RNZAF, and provide a tangible demonstration to the public of their key values of teamwork and professionalism. They are well known for their professional and skilful high standard of flying. Details of Red Checkers displays: 15 and 16 October semi-finals - displays over Auckland Harbour three hours before the games, approximately 6.00pm (weather permitting). EQC levies rise to realistically reflect costsEarthquake Commission (EQC) levies will rise early next year to help rebuild the commission's Natural Disaster Fund (NDF) and to more realistically reflect EQC's operating costs, Finance Minister Bill English says. "The Government is committed to rebuilding Christchurch and supporting the people of Canterbury," Mr English says. "The levy increase is a responsible step to ensure EQC can meet its long-term costs and continue to provide disaster cover around the rest of New Zealand in a sustainable way. "Strengthening EQC's finances will provide additional confidence to homeowners throughout the country that EQC has the capacity to meet its obligations now and in the future. "This is particularly important given the Government's tight fiscal position, which is reinforced today by the Crown's financial statements for the year to 30 June 2011." Insured homeowners currently pay 5c per $100 of insurance cover, up to a maximum of $69 a year (including GST), as part of their insurance premiums. Under the proposed changes, homeowners will pay 15c per $100 of insurance cover, with an annual cap of $207 (including GST). The increase, which will take effect from 1 February 2012, will:
"Raising levies for those who benefit from earthquake insurance cover is the fairest way to ensure EQC can meet its long-term costs," Mr English says. "The levy rise will add about $2.65 a week to most homeowners' insurance bill. "The increase is not based on a full actuarial forecast of future liabilities, which will be calculated as part of a review of EQC in the future. "I expect to take terms of reference for a review to Cabinet in coming months, but the exact timing will depend on getting more issues resolved on the ground in Christchurch. The Government and the EQC's first priority has always been progressing the recovery in Canterbury and that remains the case. "However it is clear the current levy is too low and needs to increase now to pay for EQC's operating costs and to begin rebuilding the NDF," Mr English says. The full Cabinet paper is available at: www.treasury.govt.nz/publications/informationreleases/canterburyearthquakes/eqc Subsidies for small communitiesThe Government has approved a total of $9.4 million in subsidies to improve drinking water supplies in small communities of under 5000 people. “These subsidies will help 18 territorial local authorities and 11 private supplies to providing safer drinking water for about 22,000 people in small, disadvantaged communities,” Health Minister Tony Ryall said. The 29 projects were the first to be approved under the revised criteria for drinking-water subsidies. The criteria require that the water supply will serve a permanent population of between 25 and 5000 people. The criteria were revised to ensure only communities with a deprivation index of 7 and above are eligible for subsidies (a community with a deprivation index of 10 is the least socially and materially well-off). Up to $10 million is available each year until 2015 and the scheme will pay up to 85 per cent of costs. Originally launched in 2006, the Drinking Water Subsidy Scheme aims to help small communities establish or improve their drinking-water supplies. The criteria for the subsidies were changed last year amid concerns that the scheme was not targeting the communities most in need of the funding. $1 million to environmental projectsThe Government will spend more than $1 million in funding six enviornmental projects and the accreditation of a new product stewardship scheme. This includes $593,000 from the Government’s Community Environment Fund to support communities in cleaning up their freshwater and $449,000 from the Government’s Waste Minimisation Fund to support three innovative projects to reduce waste. “The Government’s support of these three waste minimisation projects means that productive uses can be found for waste products – like oil and glass – that might otherwise end up being discarded and harming our environment,” Environment Minister Nick Smith said. “Allied Concrete will receive $190,000 to install machinery that adds recycled glass into residential grade concrete. This process reduces the use of sand needed to make concrete, while using waste glass. “South Westland Rubbish Removals will receive $140,000 to set up a glass recycling depot in Franz Josef. The company will sort and ship glass collected in Franz Josef and Fox Glacier to a new Greymouth hub ready to be transported to Auckland for recycling. The project will divert 750 tonnes of glass from landfill in the next three years. “To tackle packaging waste, the Upper Clutha Recycling and Environmental Society Inc will receive $118,750 to develop and deliver information that will help consumers and businesses make smart packaging choices.” The Government is also funding three projects through the Community Environment Fund to help communities clean up waterways. Landcare Trust will receive $135,000 for the Community Catchment Action Plan for Lake Ngaroto in the Waikato. “This community-led project is working to improve the water quality of the lake and surrounding wetland. Action plans are being developed for farms around Lake Ngaroto and the whole community is working together to clean it up,” Dr Smith said. “Landcare Trust will also receive $120,000 to support the development of an online nationwide community of volunteers knowledgeable about wetland restoration. This will help communities actively monitor changes in wetland conditions and gauge the success of restoration projects.” Landcare Research will also develop an online tool with $38,000 from the Government to help people identify and provide information on freshwater invertebrates. “I am also pleased to announce the accreditation of the Recovery of Oil Saves the Environment product stewardship scheme,” Dr Smith said. “Christchurch-based ROSE NZ collects used oil from all over New Zealand, including the Chatham and Stewart Islands. Once treated, the oil will be used as a fuel to make bitumen and asphalt by companies like Fulton Hogan. I commend ROSE NZ for ensuring waste oil is used in an innovative and practical way stopping it from being poured down drains. New trains on track for AucklandTransport Minister Steven Joyce has today welcomed the signing by Auckland Transport of a purchase contract for 57 new electric trains just weeks after the government sealed a rail funding and ownership deal with the region. “This is another key milestone on our way to delivering a real step change in commuter rail travel in the region,” he says. “We are on track for these new electric trains to start coming into service from the end of 2013.” “The difference between the new modern units to be supplied by Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA (CAF) and the current rolling stock will be dramatic.” The design will be based on rolling stock supplied for the Heathrow Express in England and will replace the diesel units and diesel locomotive hauled rolling stock. The government’s rail funding package consists of a $500 million loan to Auckland transport on concessionary terms and an additional grant of up to $90 million. Mr Joyce says the package has enabled the purchase contract to be signed for 19 extra trains, 50 percent more than previously proposed. “We are working in partnership with the region to bring Aucklanders frequent, fast, reliable, all-electric train services,” he says. “This contract will also mean new jobs for New Zealand workers and a significant skills transfer to the local staff who will provide the maintenance services.” Minister Joyce says while the region will own the trains and their depot, the Crown through KiwiRail will retain ownership of below ground assets including track, signals and power supply. KiwiRail will also continue to provide, maintain and renew rail network infrastructure and provide network services such as traction, signalling and train control. “The government has also invested $1.1 billion in the redevelopment and electrification of Auckland’s metro rail network to bring it up to a functional and reliable standard. This will ensure the entire system works well. We need investment in tracks as well as trains. “Signalling, civil bridge and traction work are all going well. The most visual sign of electrification, the overhead wires and masts that will power the network, are also now appearing on the lines. “Combined with integrated ticketing and efficient station operation, the purchase of these new trains will allow for major passenger growth and a much better experience for Auckland train commuters,” says Mr Joyce. Rail petition presentedGreen Party Transport spokesperson Gareth Hughes will accept a petition signed by over 13,000 Northlanders to save the Auckland to Northland rail line today at Parliament. Vivienne Shepherd, from Save our Rail Northland and Howard Phillips, the Vice President of the Rail and Maritime Transport Union (RMTU) will also speak briefly about the campaign. “I’m thrilled to accept this petition, which shows the huge support there is in Northland to keep this vital rail line open,” said Mr Hughes. “The Government’s plan to make Kiwirail close the Northland rail line is truly short-sighted and doesn’t take into account the reality of rising oil prices and climate change. “Closing the rail line will also mean at least 200 more big trucks per week on Northlands’ roads. “More trucks means more potential for fatal crashes — big trucks are responsible for 16 percent of fatal crashes on the road, although they account for only 7 percent of vehicle kilometres travelled. “The Government can invest that money into smarter transport choices — such as improving our rural railway lines — to reduce crashes and improve New Zealand’s resilience to rising oil prices. “Rather than wasting $1.7 billion on the Puhoi to Wellsford Holiday Highway, which will finish 80 km short of Whangarei, the Government could invest in improving the rail line,” said Mr Hughes. “We could upgrade the Northland to Auckland rail line to enable it to carry larger containers and extend the rail link out to Marsden B Port for a fifth of the cost of building the Puhoi to Wellsford Holiday Highway.” Financial assistance with leaky homesMore than 200 owners of leaky homes have qualified for $23 million in assistance under the Leaky Homes Financial Assistance Package, of which $18 million is from the Government and $5 million from local councils, Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson said today. The scheme - where homeowners may be eligible to have up to 50% of their repair costs paid by Government and the local council - became available on 29 July 2011. The Department of Building and Housing has received hundreds of calls from homeowners inquiring about the scheme, and their website www.leakyhomes.govt.nz has had over 11,000 hits. Over 2200 existing claimants have indicated their interest in the package. “This is a great response from both existing and new claimants. We’re seeing the numbers grow every day and we’re hoping to get a lot more so that people can get their leaky homes fixed,” Mr Williamson said. Around 70% of claims that qualify for the Financial Assistance Package are from Auckland, with nearly 20% split between Wellington and Tauranga and the rest from Hamilton, Christchurch, Whangarei, Hurunui, Taupo, and Kapiti Coast. People who discover they own a leaky home must lodge a claim within 10 years of the completion of building work to access the Financial Assistance Package. “Even if you only have a few days before 10 years is up, contact the Department of Building and Housing and ‘stop the clock’,” Mr Williamson said. For more information visit www.leakyhomes.govt.nz. Council considers Fanzone extensionsAuckland Council’s governing body will today consider proposals to ensure the ongoing success of Auckland’s RWC 2011 celebration. The pool match phase of the Tournament is now complete and attention focuses on Auckland where six of the eight remaining matches will be played. Councillors will consider a report which proposes a new Fanzone in Wynyard Quarter to complement the existing Queens Wharf Fanzone and the spill over facility on Captain Cook Wharf. It also proposes a contingency plan to expand the southern Fanzone in Mangere if required. Other Fanzones will go ahead as planned in Henderson and Albany. The Mayor says Auckland Council has responded strongly to ensure the ongoing success of RWC 2011 in Auckland. “We have worked hard over the past few weeks to ensure that everything that can be done is done to ensure this is an event we can look back on with pride,” says Len Brown. “I’m determined nothing is going to change over the next three weeks as world attention is truly focussed on Auckland.” The cost of the Wynyard Wharf Fanzone to be established in Madden Street is $805,000. The contingency for the southern Fanzone expansion is $280,000. Together the two proposals mean an extra 17,500 fans can be catered for. The Police and Auckland Transport support this approach, which is designed to disperse demand volumes over a wider area. Officers are proposing that in all an extra $1.5 million be put aside to be funded through savings in the existing RWC budget, and if necessary savings from across the wider Auckland Council group. This accompanies an extra $4 million from central government to support the creation of the Captain Cook Wharf spill over area and Quay Street closures. Auckland Transport costs are still being prepared, but will be eligible for NZTA subsidies. 33 apprehended for paua poachingFishery Officers have apprehended 33 people allegedly offending in the paua fishery along Northland’s west coast. Northland Field Operations Manager Darren Edwards said the fishers were spotted between Kawerua and Ahipara in the far north during three days of targeted patrols coinciding with the moon tides. “All were found to be in possession of undersize paua, with the worst offending seeing one diver with 42 paua, more than four times the daily allowable limit,” Mr Edwards said. The daily bag limit for paua is 10 per diver per day with a minimum size of 125 millimetres. Penalties for breaching these rules range from infringement notices to prosecutions with fines of between $250 and $250,000 and the possible seizure of dive gear, boats and vehicles. Fisheries and Aquaculture Minister and Whangarei MP Phil Heatley said he was very concerned to hear reports of fisheries theft coming in from around the country before the high season even gets into swing. “It’s sickening to learn this sort of thing’s still going on, especially in my own back yard,” Mr Heatley said. “I know Fishery Officers everywhere are gearing up to head off the threat to our fishstocks and I support them every step of the way.” Darren Edwards said paua stocks on Northland’s west coast are finite, but local people keep applying the pressure by taking undersize and excess amounts and showing no remorse for their actions. “With daylight saving and the warmer weather now upon us, Fishery Officers will be actively patrolling our west coast to make sure divers are reminded that if they offend in this fishery they will be caught.” Fishery Officers can’t be everywhere and the public are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to 0800 4 POACHER (0800 476 224). Crime rates dropReported crime dropped seven percent on a per head of population basis during the fiscal year ended 30 June 2011, statistics released today show. This compares to a 1.3 percent drop in the year to 30 June 2010 and a 6.7 percent drop for the 2010 calendar year. There were 34 murders in FY 2010/11 compared to 65 in the previous year. This is the lowest number of murders in a fiscal year since fiscal year crime statistics began being published in 1986. There were 416,324 recorded offences during FY 2010/11 compared with 441,960 in the previous year. All Police districts recorded decreases in crime on a population basis with Canterbury showing the biggest decrease at 15.6 percent. “I am very pleased that levels of recorded crime continue to fall,” Police Minister Judith Collins said. “These figures show that high levels of crime need not be an accepted fact of life. The fight against crime can be won with a well-resourced, well-trained and dedicated Police service, legislation that sends a strong message to criminals, combined with the support of the community. “Police have increased pressure on criminals across the board, and stepped up their work with communities to find new ways to prevent crime. “These strategies are paying off with safer communities. Police are to be congratulated for their outstanding work. “However, this result does not signal a victory over the criminals. While the decrease is encouraging, our crime rates are still unacceptably high. There will be no let up in the good work done by Police.” Family violence offences dropped from 54,104 in 2009/10 to 52,408 in 2010/11, a decrease of 3.1 percent. The number of Family violence-related murders fell from 35 in 2009/10 to 20 in 2010/11. Auckland’s real estate worth $354 billionThe total capital value of Auckland’s real estate is worth $354 billion, following the first Auckland Council revaluation of 516,000 properties region-wide - the largest revaluation ever undertaken in New Zealand. The indicative capital values include all property types in the new Auckland Council boundary – from Wellsford in the north to Pukekohe in the south. This revaluation brings properties formerly covered by the legacy councils into the same valuation cycle. Property owners will receive a new valuation notice in the mail from 27 October 2011. Residential values in the former Auckland City Council areas have shown the greatest growth in the region, with an average increase of 5.1%. The strongest average capital value increases are in the inner city suburbs of Grey Lynn (18%), Pt Chevalier and Sandringham (13%), Ellerslie, Epsom and Mt Eden (at 10% each). Residential values in Rodney district have shown the greatest decrease averaging a -7.8% decline since the last revaluation, which was done at the peak of the market in September 2007. Commercial, industrial, rural and lifestyle values have generally fallen across the region. Auckland Council’s Valuation Team Leader, Peter McKay, says most Auckland property owners can expect to see their property’s capital value move somewhere between +/-10% since their last revaluation, which was conducted in either 2007, 2008 or 2009, depending on a property’s location. ”Prior to 2008 the market was heated with lots of activity. It is now in recovery mode so, overall, we haven’t seen the big shifts in residential values that we saw in previous revaluations, with the exception of some inner city suburbs,” says Mr McKay. Since the effective date of the revaluation (1 July 2011) there has been a slight increase in values in the residential property market in some locations. Auckland Council’s in-house valuation team, assisted by Quotable Value (QV), has been working on the revaluation since last year. Due to the size of the project, new valuation processes have been put in place to ensure all properties across the region are valued accurately and consistently. The values and processes are subject to final approval by the Valuer-General, Neill Sullivan, later this month. Residential values can be viewed at www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/revaluation |
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