Bernard Orsman

2 days ago | nzherald.co.nz | Bernard Orsman

Ali Williams and Anna Mowbray at their property at Westmere. Ali Williams and Anna Mowbray’s helipad plan has addressed community concerns, meeting Auckland Unitary Plan standards, say supporters. The application has drawn 1400 submissions, with more than 1300 opposed, citing ecological and disruption concerns. Auckland Council opposes the proposal, stating it would adversely affect ecological values and amenity.

3 days ago | nzherald.co.nz | Bernard Orsman

A hearing has started into plans to build a helipad at the Westmere beachside property of Anna Mowbray and husband Ali Williams. Ali Williams and Anna Mowbray plan to operate helicopters during a two-hour low tide window. Their $24 million Westmere mansion redevelopment includes a helipad, drawing 1400 submissions, mostly opposed. Auckland Council opposed the proposal, citing ecological and environmental impacts, and recommended refusing consent.

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Bernard Orsman

Shyamal Shah, 26, siphoned $1.039 million from Watercare using fake invoices. He pleaded guilty to obtaining by deception and faces up to seven years in jail. Watercare is pursuing full reparations and has strengthened procurement controls to prevent future fraud. A young engineer at Auckland Council’s water company faces up to seven years in jail in one of the country’s largest public sector rip-offs.

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Bernard Orsman

SubscribeSign InAdvertisementAdvertise with NZME. Sir Bob Jones in his Auckland office in 2014. Photo / Richard RobinsonSir Bob Jones, one of New Zealand’s most colourful and successful business figures, has died at his home in Wellington. He was aged 85. Since forming a property company 64 years ago, Robert Edward Jones amassed a $2 billion portfolio of commercial buildings in Auckland, Wellington, and Glasgow, Scotland.

2 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Bernard Orsman

Auckland councillors voted for public consultation on Western Springs’ future, considering two main proposals. Ali Williams supports a 12,500-seat stadium, while Sir Bryan Williams backs a concert venue and community hub. Public consultation runs from May 19 to June 15, with feedback to be assessed afterwards.