Auckland may face financial challenges in implementing congestion charging despite government support, with funding shortfalls affecting the development of time-of-use schemes. The council and Auckland Transport are exploring options to address the funding gap, with no decisions made yet. Transport Minister Simeon Brown emphasized that costs for establishing the scheme will be covered by fees raised from it, with Auckland Council expected to propose schemes once a legislative framework is in place.
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Kāinga Ora sees 600% rise in warnings under new tenant crackdown
SummaryAssociate Housing Minister Tama Potaka announced the success of a Government directive aimed at addressing abusive Kāinga Ora tenants, resulting in improved tenant behaviour. He noted that the previous Sustaining Tenancies Framework, which ended in March last year, allowed some tenants to remain in their homes despite engaging in disruptive activities. Potaka emphasized that while most social housing tenants are respectful, a small minority have negatively impacted their neighbours and properties, highlighting the privilege of...
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