Hibiscus and Bays Local Board

Committed to a community centre/hub for Whangaparāoa delivering strengthened capability for the entire community.

Actively support the development of business improvement districts in Silverdale and Whangaparāoa and maintain the health of Destination Ōrewa.

Supportive of fledgling business groups delivering community amenity in their areas.

Progress projects already identified in town centre plans for Silverdale, Orewa, and Whangaparoa.

Support local business networks and business associations to encourage economic prosperity for the benefit of our people.

Encourage forward thinking implementation of employment and housing opportunities in town centres that supports people to live and buy local.

Create vibrant communities to support a thriving local economy.

Create better connected townships by ensuring Auckland Transport deliver on key infrastructure.

Support our local business districts through close connection and advocate on their behalf.

For local business to succeed and develop council must consult and advise of infrastructure changes that may prevent its operation.

Work experience programs could be developed with council engaging with schools and local business to encourage awareness of opportunities.

Ratepayer dollars need to go back to the community to maintain/build safe footpaths, roading and water infrastructure, reducing ACC costs.

Support local and small businesses with vibrant community events.

Enhance public transport and pedestrian accessibility to bring more tourism to businesses.

Beautify communities with community artwork that inspires and attracts people to key business areas.