While I'm sure some will be disappointed to see the America's Cup head to Spain, this event has never returned on the investment.

In fact, New Zealand made a loss of $156-293m million on the last America's Cup despite promises and the event being the most watched in history.

“True accessibility is about not having those barriers in place, not having to do all the thinking to be able to visit somewhere and alert someone to the fact you’re there. Just being able to do things as everyone visiting that place is.”

Auckland Council has proposed their budget for 2022/2023, which includes a new targeted rate to deliver almost a billion dollars in Climate Action.

I can't believe March is flying by already and we're nearly a quarter through the year! This month has reminded us that, while we must remember and acknowledge what has come before, we must also act.

We don’t need any more empty platitudes of sorrow on this anniversary. We need firm action and strong resolve. Across the board.

-Anjum Rahman

Happy International Women's Day to everyone, but especially the incredible women in my life. You're awesome, thank you for everything you do.

I hope my first newsletter for 2022 finds you well and that you've had a good break over summer.

Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate it.

Wishing you prosperity, health and happiness in the Year of the Tiger.

My submission to Auckland Transport on their proposal for the Pakuranga to Botany section of the Eastern Busway.

Yesterday saw a massive announcement on housing - a rare show of bipartisan support with Labour and National announcing an end to single house zones in the largest cities in New Zealand.

My submission on Inquiry into Supplementary Order Paper 59 on the Births, Deaths, Marriages and Relationships Registration Bill

Parliament is accepting submissions on the proposed ban on conversion practices. There is no justification for the damage they cause and there is no place for them in New Zealand.

9 July 2021 marks the 35 anniversary of the Homosexual Law Reform, which passed it’s final vote in parliament on 9 July 1986 and came into effect on 8 August the same year. It’s a time to remember those involved, celebrate the progress and strive for more.