From Government point of view, the Auckland Super City Plan reduces wasteful duplicated expenditure, and reduces administration numbers. For us, it is making easier for homeowners to understand and deal with their rates, and other government actions. It is hoped that the Super City will also facilitate better ways of aligning central and local government initiatives on improving social wellbeing.
What does Auckland Super City means to us. The most outstanding change should be numbers of facility. Taking Auckland Airport for example, the Airport currently has to intend to make the most of the opportunities that come with being part of a large entity. With a 22% stake in the company, the new council is Auckland Airport’s biggest shareholder by far. Auckland Airport’s Richard Llewellyn says ‘the airport has started working with the incoming councilors and executive team who officially take over on 1 November’. Richard is confident that the airport can help the new mayor and council achieve their goals including better public transport linking to the airport, part of Len Brown’s $10 billion transport plan for Auckland city. ‘We will ensure we have the appropriate infrastructure required to accommodate ambitious growth, deliver outstanding passenger experiences, and provide the best possible first impressions of Auckland,’ says Richard.
Here’s a hope the Auckland Super City lives up to its promises and turns out to be great news for all Aucklanders!
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