Connecting with communities is the most important thing that we can do – so, I welcome Phil Mauger’s announcement today that he’d establish a Community Forum if elected Mayor. I believe that our community missed an opportunity when the Council (including Phil) didn’t support the proposed residents’ forum in 2020; I think we’d be further […]
David Meates on Q&A with Jack Tame
In TVNZ 1 Q + A poll, 38% of people said that they didn’t know who they were going to vote for (or refused to say). I believe that this reflects the lack of trust and confidence in Council. Further evidence of that is that 48% of respondents (in the same poll), did not feel […]
Two Podcasts give you more background on David Meates
Seeds Podcast with Steven Moe Steven Moe interviews David Meates and delves into the upbringing and background that help to make him who he is today. David has had an interesting life and in this conversation we hear about his origins in Christchurch, growing up as the son of an All Black and the impact […]
Diamond Harbour Residents Association Mayoral Debate
31 August 2022 Kia ora koutou Thank you for organising the meeting this evening. It’s a great way for voters to actually get a chance to hear candidates and ask us questions. Firstly a bit about me I have been born and bred in Christchurch from a family of 10 (8 girls) St Bedes / […]
Lets Move Beyond Playing Politics
The Draft 30 year strategic plan for the future transport needs of Christchurch is out. The ‘draft’ plan is trying to outline some options for Christchurch to have a transport system that works for the benefit of the people and the environment. By its very nature it needs to look forward over the next 30 […]