Auckland Council urged to adopt Unitary Plan as a package – “Councillor’s cherry picking recommendations would be unhelpful,” says Michael Barnett

Thursday, 28th July, 2016

If there are wrinkles in the new plan that need sorting these can be addressed as plan changes to what by then would be the new, single Plan,” said Auckland Chamber of Commerce head Michael Barnett.

Property investors should be encouraged – not discouraged – to help solve housing shortage...

Monday, 25th July, 2016

Slapping lending restrictions on property investors does nothing to solve the housing stock shortage, and could make it worse, says Auckland Chamber head, Michael Barnett. It certainly won’t get more houses built.

China trade agreement includes dispute process

Monday, 18th July, 2016

New Zealand’s Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with China includes a dispute process. “It is a normal part of any FTA,” points out Auckland Chamber of Commerce head Michael Barnett.

Port to ship out - No departure date

Friday, 1st July, 2016

Interest groups in Auckland and its waterfront chose a group of representatives to determine the future of the port. Their consensus is that the Port is going to have to move but not before a credible location – either in the Firth of Thames or Manukau Harbour - is confirmed and meanwhile the current port needs to be supported to ensure it continues to be highly competitive and viable.
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