Simon Wilson

3 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Simon Wilson

Artist's impression of the CRL's Karanga-a-Hape station. Despite earlier plans, there may be a lot of cars going past. THREE KEY FACTSAuckland Transport has proposed new layouts for the streets near the CRL’s Karanga-a-Hape station. The plans are different from earlier plans that gained two-thirds support in a public consultation process. The Waitematā Local Board will consider these plans on Tuesday.

4 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Simon Wilson

Minister for Auckland Simeon Brown (third from right) with Auckland Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson (centre) and other dignitaries ready to turn the first sod of the last stage of the Glen Innes to Tāmaki Drive shared path. This is a transcript of Simon Wilson’s weekly newsletter Love this City – exploring the ideas and events, the reality and the potential of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. Minister for Auckland Simeon Brown dug the first sod for a new cycleway last week.

1 month ago | nzherald.co.nz | Simon Wilson |Steven Joyce

Prime Minister John Key speaking to the media after his post-Budget address to the Trans-Tasman Business Circle lunch at Vector Arena, Auckland, this afternoon. 17 May 2013 New Zealand Herald Photograph by Sarah IveyTHREE KEY FACTSThe City Rail Link was approved in 2016 after efforts by Len Brown, Simon Bridges and Sir John Key. Key revealed challenges in convincing Sir Bill English and Steven Joyce to support the project.

1 month ago | nzherald.co.nz | Simon Wilson

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is back from the funeral of Pope Francis and what has he learned? Photo / NZ Herald Opinion by Simon WilsonSimon Wilson is an award-winning senior writer covering politics, the climate crisis, transport, housing, urban design and social issues. He joined the Herald in 2018. Learn moreTHREE KEY FACTSA new report says women MPs are frequent targets of misogyny, racism and sexual abuse.

1 month ago | newstalkzb.co.nz | Simon Wilson

A major study shows strong support for stronger environmental protections and best practice housing density. Three-quarters agree Auckland should position itself as a global innovation city to attract talent. Only half believe the Super City has helped advance Auckland’s case to central Government. Nearly everyone in Auckland wants stronger environmental protections, according to a major new study released today.