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Objection

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Rhys Miller

No one votes in Otahuhu. Most people that vote in this electorate and from Papatoetoe and most of the candidates are from Papatoetoe.

Objection

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Philip Chan

Has been residence of Howick/Botany. Don't want it to change as it affects public services and school zone.

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Objection

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Mrs Miriama Williams

Oppose parts of Flat Bush to be moved into Otahuhu.

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Objection

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Mr Ryan Maguire

To the Electoral Boundary Review,

In reviewing the boundaries of the new Otahuhu electorate, I believe that the boundary between it and the Takanini electorate needs to be revised to account for both its separation of Ormiston, and the unaccounted for rapid growth in housing in Flat Bush that is not displayed on the boundary review's supplied map.

Firstly, the current proposed boundary splits the centre of Ormiston into three electorates: Botany, Otahuhu and Takanini. Given the intense and rapid growth of Ormiston over the past few years, and the continued expected rapid growth in the area, I believe it would be in the interests of the Boundary Review Committee to ensure that the voice of the Ormiston community is represented as best as it can be. However, I acknowledge that the boundary needs to be drawn somewhere, and thus concede that the wider Ormiston community will still be split between three electorates at the conclusion of the 2025 Boundary Review.

An example of the split in the community that would be observed if the current boundaries were to be set for future elections is shown in the Ormiston Senior College School Zone. The college takes in Barry Curtis Park, and areas south of the park into Donegal Park. This community of interest area is set to be split between the Otahuhu and Takanini electorates.

Moreover, the Electoral Commission map that the Boundary Review has relied on to draw the boundary is not currently calibrated to reflect the rapid growth in housing in the Ormiston area since the map was last updated. Attached to this submission are screenshots of both the Electoral Commission's map, and a satellite map from Google Maps that shows a greater amount of housing in the area. This point is significant, as the proposed boundary risks cutting arbitrarily through property lines, and splitting neighbourhoods and communities of interest from each other. This rapid growth is expected to continue in these areas (in the empty spots per the latest satellite image), therefore it would be in the Boundary Review Committee's interest to keep these communities and neighbourhoods together, and split along a natural boundary rather than an artificial boundary based on out-of-date information.

Thank you.

• Ormiston Electoral Commission Map (jpg 61 KB)
• Ormiston growth as shown by Google Maps (jpg 104 KB)
• Ormiston New Boundary (jpg 41 KB)
• Ormiston Senior College School Zone (pdf 1.1 MB)
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Objection

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Flat Bush Ratepayers & Residents Association Inc

I am the Vice President of the Flat Bush Ratepayers and Residents Association Inc (FBRRA), this submission is behalf of that association.
Significant changes are proposed to the boundaries of the Takanini electorate , lot of areas from the Takanini Electorate will move to the other electorates. A small portion of the Barry Curtis Park area of 700 people is proposed to move to the Otahuhu Electorate, I object this move to the Otahuhu Electorate, because taking out a small group of people from a connected community and placing them in a community with different social and cultural setups can be socially damaging . My submission is attached. I would like to be heard verbally .

[See attached submission for details]

• FBRRAs Objection to the Takanini Electorate Boundaries Redacted (pdf 2.8 MB)

Counter-Objection

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N19005

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Alan Withers

I agree that the hame Otahuhu isn't representative. But I don't think Otara-Otahuhu is appropriate as it encompasses more areas than that.

Counter-Objection

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N19007

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Chirag Mehta

This section of Flat Bush is closer to Otara than it is to Botany

Counter-Objection

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N19011

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Troy Tialata

This area of Flat Bush has more things in common with Papatoetoe with a high Asian population with a minority Pacifika population and median incomes. I think moving it to another electorate would warp the Otahuhu electorate too much in favour of Otara.

At the end of the day islanders and Indians/Chinese think differntly.

Counter-Objection

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Ryan Maguire

See attachment

• Counter objection to N19001 N19002 (pdf 3.4 MB)

Objection

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Mrs Maja Heiniger

Proposed boundary between Pakuranga and Botany, agree with taking the Cockle Bay and Shelly Park area into Pakuranga Electorate.

Objection

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David Hopkins

With respect, I remain very concerned about the separating of our suburb Wattle Downs into two electorates.
I am an active volunteer in the Wattle Downs Residents Association. We work to promote a sense of belonging amongst all residents whether owners or renters.
Our area is undergoing massive changes both in who lives here and also in the built form.
On top of these changes we have had 3 moves of electorate just by the changing boundaries. We were moved from Papakura to Manurewa to Takanini and now some are proposed to go back to Manurewa.
In Council elections, the whole suburb is in Manurewa Local Board.
Our voting turn out is not high. There is a risk of disengagement and any complications or confusions heightens this risk.
Splitting the suburb may exacerbate these risks. It may also heighten feelings of us and them. It is true that the areas identified in the proposal are generally identified as lower socio economic compared with most of Wattle Downs.
Nevertheless these folks send their kids to Clayton Park School in Wattle Downs and shop at Cedar Park Superette in Wattle Downs and share recreational areas and activities. It seems a shame to separate them electorally.

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Objection

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Daniel Newman

Please see attached.

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• Submission on the Boundaries Review 2025 (pdf 135 KB)

Objection

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Heather Andrew

Submission on Draft Electorate Boundary for TAKANINI

My name is Heather Andrew and I am writing to object to the 2025 proposed electorate boundary of Takanini. I am a current member of the Manurewa Local Board and have lived in Manurewa for 60 years (my entire life).
I agree with the current draft proposal to incorporate the small area around Mahia Road into Manurewa, but I strongly suggest that the Manurewa and Manurewa East areas be brought into the Manurewa electorate.
The section in question—bounded by Weymouth Road/Alfriston Road, Mahia Road, Coxhead Road, and State Highway 1—form part of Manurewa and residents have strong historical, social, and practical ties to Manurewa.
I believe that this change would better reflect the lived reality of the local community and align with the principles set out under S35(3)F of the Electoral Act 1993 (the Act).

1. Strong Social and Community Ties
Section 35 (3) F (ii) of the Act stipulates that, when forming General electoral districts, consideration should be given to a “community of interest”.
Manurewa East is an integral part of the wider Manurewa community. I have seen this both as a resident of South Auckland, and as an elected member of the Manurewa Local Board, the boundaries of which this area falls under.
There are several organisations and institutions within the Manurewa East area of the Takanini electorate that have strong community and cultural ties to the suburb of Manurewa, most of which falls under the current Manurewa electorate boundary. These include local schools (such as Manurewa East School and Manurewa South School), churches, sporting groups (Manurewa Rugby Club and Manurewa Marlins Rugby League Club, both at Mountford Park in the Manurewa Electorate) and other community services (such as Manurewa Pool and Leisure Centre). The day-to-day life of Manurewa East residents is deeply interwoven with the social fabric of Manurewa itself.
Auckland Council’s own description of Manurewa highlights this sense of connection:
'Generations of families have lived in Manurewa for many years and feel a strong loyalty to their community.'
Keeping Manurewa regions outside of the Manurewa electorate undermines these longstanding social, cultural and historical ties.

2. Logical Geographic Boundaries
Section 35 (3) F (iv) of the Act refers to “topographical features” and states that these should also be considered when forming General electoral districts.
The area in question in the current Takanini boundaries, is framed by clear and established physical borders—Weymouth and Alfriston Roads to the north, Coxhead Road to the west, Mahia Road to the south, and Great South Road along with State Highway 1 to the east. These natural dividing lines have long marked the edges of local neighbourhoods.
The Electoral Commission's own guidelines confirm that, 'Where a boundary follows a road, it follows the centre line of that road' (2025 Report, p. 11). Aligning the electorate boundary to these recognised features would create a boundary that is practical, easy to understand, and reflective of local geography.
The clear main arterial route boundaries of Manurewa’s East, naturally separate the area from Takanini.

3. Transport Networks and Service Orientation
Section 35 (3) F (iii) of the Act highlights “facilities of communication” as a consideration which should be referred to when forming electoral districts.
Manurewa East’s transport links are focused toward the Manurewa town centre, not Takanini. Bus services along Weymouth, Alfriston, and Great South Roads lead directly to key Manurewa locations such as Southmall, Manurewa Train Station, the local library, and various civic amenities.
In contrast, reaching Takanini typically involves longer travel distances and crossing SH1 or other major arterial routes. The daily patterns of shopping, schooling, recreation, and commuting for Manurewa East residents are naturally directed toward Manurewa, not Takanini.
Additionally, the community-run Manurewa Link shuttle operates specifically within the Manurewa area. This free service does not connect to Takanini, again demonstrating the area’s orientation toward Manurewa town centre.
These reasons further display why it would be the logical conclusion to bring Manurewa regions into the Manurewa electorate.

4. Population Quota and Growth Balance
Section 35 (3) F (v) of the Act directs that consideration to “any projected variation in the General electoral population” must be made, when forming General electoral districts.
The Electoral Commission’s 2025 proposal outlines that Manurewa currently sits 2.3% below the general electoral population quota and is projected to decline to 2.9% below by 2029. Meanwhile, Takanini is forecasted to grow toward +0.2%.
The addition of Manurewa East, with its estimated 3,000–4,000 residents, into the Manurewa electorate would responsibly lift Manurewa’s population closer to the quota, without exceeding the 5% allowable tolerance. This would achieve greater balance between both electorates and contribute to long-term boundary stability.

Objection

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Mr Ryan Maguire

To the Electorate Boundary Review Committee,

After reviewing the Papakura electorate boundaries, I believe that there is an arbitrary discrepancy around Duder Regional Park (as shown in the screenshot attached). I believe that this segment of coastline is inconsistent with the boundary between the Botany and Papakura electorates, as it effectively creates an exclave of Papakura in the Botany electorate.

While the change wouldn't be overly significant, as the surrounding area appears to be sparsely populated, I believe given the committee is reviewing and setting the boundaries that now is the time to remove any irregularities in the boundaries.

Thank you.

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Objection

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Mr Reg Salter

Why is the suburb of St Kilda Cambridge in a different electorate than the rest of Cambridge