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.

Utilities and services

Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.

Utilities and services

Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.

  • Invest in modern water and wastewater infrastructure instead of throwing millions into political distractions and vanity projects.

    Oppose any cuts to rubbish or recycling collection frequency as reliable waste services are a core duty that residents already fund.

    Streamline consents, permits and dog registration to reduce resident delays, slash costs and remove endless bureaucratic red tape.

  • Advocate for investment in water, wastewater and sewerage infrastructure so beaches, reserves and local waterways can be clean and safe.

    Oppose cuts to bin collection and back reliable rubbish, recycling and clean streets so public spaces stay safe and welcoming.

    Support clear, simple dog policies and transparent consultation so communities feel heard on local access rules.

  • Enhance opportunities for responsible dog owners to enjoy public spaces with their pets but ensure bad owners comply with bylaws.

    Improve efficiency of waste collection in order to maintain bin collection frequency and restore bins removed from public spaces.

    Invest in wastewater infrastructure so sewage does not pollute local waterways, keeping streams clean and beaches swimmable.

  • Invest in modern water and wastewater infrastructure instead of throwing millions into political distractions and vanity projects.

    Oppose any cuts to rubbish or recycling collection frequency as reliable waste services are a core duty that residents already fund.

    Streamline consents, permits and dog registration to reduce resident delays, slash costs and remove endless bureaucratic red tape.

  • Advocate for investment in water, wastewater and sewerage infrastructure so beaches, reserves and local waterways can be clean and safe.

    Oppose cuts to bin collection and back reliable rubbish, recycling and clean streets so public spaces stay safe and welcoming.

    Support clear, simple dog policies and transparent consultation so communities feel heard on local access rules.

  • Enhance opportunities for responsible dog owners to enjoy public spaces with their pets but ensure bad owners comply with bylaws.

    Improve efficiency of waste collection in order to maintain bin collection frequency and restore bins removed from public spaces.

    Invest in wastewater infrastructure so sewage does not pollute local waterways, keeping streams clean and beaches swimmable.