ISSUE 258, MAY 2026 The Waitākere Ranges are precious. They provide Auckland with fresh air and clean water. They are home to a delicate ecosystem of plants, birds, lizards and insects. They provide us with serenity and artistic inspiration. But the [government] coalition wants to weaken the protections that have been put around the Ranges so that subdivisions and development can push in. Sign the petition.– Megan Vertelle, Piha. I have lived in Tītīrangi and the Waitākere Ranges for over 40 years. I am deeply concerned as proposed Government law changes threaten to gut the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Act. We all need to act together to stop this proposed violation. – In hope, Mary Hancock, Tītīrangi.
The Waitākere Ranges is one of the defining natural wonders of Auckland. Its protected status must not be diminished by the reckless tearingup of environmental laws in Wellington. – Steve Abel, Green Party List MP.
The next few months are critical for the protection of the Ranges. I’ll be focused on advocating for continued recognition of the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Act in Parliament and I urge all Westies to lift their voices as well to ensure we continue to protect the heritage of the Ranges for future generations. – Vanushi Walters, Labour Party List MP.
We are focused on making central government aware that the replacements for the current Resource Management Act need to take the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Act into account, to ensure the Ranges are protected for years to come. – Mark Allen, Chair, Waitākere Ranges Local Board.
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