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RNZ News
4 days ago
- Business
- RNZ News
Auckland gets full fleet of parking enforcement vehicles
Auckland Region 4:36 pm today Auckland motorists who park without paying may want to think twice about chancing their arm now the city has full fleet of parking enforcement vehicles that can catch you out in a split second. The cars, which have advanced plate recognition cameras, digitally "chalk" the wheels of vehicles and assess whether they're parked illegally or not. Reporter Finn Blackwell went for a ride with an enforcement officer as they digitally marked cars on the most ticketed street in town.

RNZ News
06-05-2025
- Business
- RNZ News
Turning a talk-fest into action: what next for Auckland
life and society Auckland 34 minutes ago Auckland Business Chamber chief executive Simon Bridges speaks with Kathryn following an event this morning to discuss a strategy for the supercity. It comes 15 years since local councils amalgamated, with the promise of increased efficiencies and lower costs for ratepayers. But a recent survey shows residents aren't convinced the model has delivered.

RNZ News
06-05-2025
- Politics
- RNZ News
Auckland supercity 15 years on: success or failure?
politics Auckland 44 minutes ago Many Aucklanders say the supercity model has failed, with progress on delivering transport and infrastructure and solutions a particular sticking point for residents according to new research from Auckland University. The findings come as Auckland leaders gather to examine the region's progress since the creation of the supercity 15 years ago. The survey shows Aucklanders overwhelmingly support a long-term infrastructure plan, and there is near-universal agreement on protecting the natural environment. However only half of those surveyed said the amalgamation had succeeded in unifying Auckland's voice, and just 18 percent feel they have influence over Auckland Council decisions. The consulting firm Deloitte has produced two of three annual State of the City reports which benchmark Auckland against similar cities globally. Deloitte NZ Chief Executive Mike Horne says it's clear the city is falling behind.