Ōrākei Local Board

The Ōrākei Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of seven members. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Ōrākei Local Board election.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

  • Advocate for stormwater upgrades and coastal protection to safeguard homes, businesses, beaches and local reserves from severe weather.

    Prioritise practical local projects like parks, waterways and reserves that make a visible difference for families and communities.

    Support civil defence readiness and community resilience plans so families are prepared for floods, slips and emergencies.

  • Invest heavily in stormwater networks and stop banks to shield homes, businesses and communities from floods and severe weather.

    Remove emissions considerations from all council plans and consents and prioritise value for money, safety and practical local outcomes.

    Stop wasting ratepayer money on symbolic emissions cuts and deliver core council services rather than act as a climate activist group.

  • Ensure emergency management and disaster recovery planning stays up to date with emerging threats and remains fit for purpose.

    Increase resilience by investing in robust stormwater systems and coastal defences to protect communities from severe weather.

    Remove emissions considerations from all local board decision making processes and prioritise value for money in delivering core services.

  • Advocate for stormwater upgrades and coastal protection to safeguard homes, businesses, beaches and local reserves from severe weather.

    Prioritise practical local projects like parks, waterways and reserves that make a visible difference for families and communities.

    Support civil defence readiness and community resilience plans so families are prepared for floods, slips and emergencies.

  • Invest heavily in stormwater networks and stop banks to shield homes, businesses and communities from floods and severe weather.

    Remove emissions considerations from all council plans and consents and prioritise value for money, safety and practical local outcomes.

    Stop wasting ratepayer money on symbolic emissions cuts and deliver core council services rather than act as a climate activist group.

  • Ensure emergency management and disaster recovery planning stays up to date with emerging threats and remains fit for purpose.

    Increase resilience by investing in robust stormwater systems and coastal defences to protect communities from severe weather.

    Remove emissions considerations from all local board decision making processes and prioritise value for money in delivering core services.