Labour swing cuts Mitchell’s margin
The massive swing to Labour in the 2020 general election had an impact in the new Whangaparaoa electorate, although Mark Mitchell has held onto what is still considered a safe National seat. However,... read more
Candidates quizzed in Silverdale youth-focused event
A Meet the Candidates event designed to attract young voters turned out to be the only chance for locals to quiz candidates this election. Other events, including one planned by Grey Power, were casualties... read more
Santa Claus to visit Wellsford
In a year when much has been cancelled, the Wellsford Santa Parade looks set to go ahead. Organisers and sponsors were ecstatic when the gent from the North Pole accepted their invitation to visit on November... read more
Apartments go ahead on busy Whangaparāoa Road site
Things can move pretty fast in real estate and plans are now well advanced to build 20 apartments on a busy section of Whangaparāoa Road opposite Coast Plaza and next to Whangaparāoa College. The two... read more
Coast’s biggest retirement village gets green light
A retirement village proposed for Silverdale obtained resource consent at the end of last month, despite Auckland Council opposition. The village, named The Botanic (HM May 20) will fill an 8ha site near... read more
Political theatrics at candidates meeting
Marja Lubeck said she would continue to be a strong local voice. Jonathan Killick news@localmatters.co.nz After several postponements, the Wellsford candidates' debate nearly reached its 100-person... read more
