The position of president of Local Government New Zealand is too important to be held by a peak oil denier. That is why I would not support Mayor Prendergast in her bid for the position. Peak oil is the most serious issue that we face on a local and global level. I made that clear while the Dompost reporter was recording proceedings. Furthermore, the mayor has shown nothing of the balancing qualities needed in a democratic role. Democracy is much bigger than one person getting their way. Majority rule is always to be balanced with minority protection and sharing the benefits.Bryan Pepperell Wellington City Councillor for Southern
Thinking there was political capital to be made in riding climate change Mayor Prendergast attempted to change the window dressing on her watch in the run up to the October election.
The Wellington Phoenix have a final addition to their squad for their maiden playoffs, with midfielder Mikaela Bangalan signing a youth development agreement. Bangalan, 18, only joined the Phoenix academy this year but has quickly impressed head coach Bev Priestman... The post Bangalan promoted to first team appeared first on Wellington Phoenix.
By Scott MacLean & Steven White Friday lunchtime edition – updates expected later in the afternoon. With a month of the competition behind us, the month of May is typically season defining for clubs that have designs on first round title success or of making the Jubilee Cup round later in the winter. As such,...
EC Build Update and Notice of Special General Meeting May 17th Please click here for an important update from the Wardens on the Early Childhood Education Centre build and notice […]
After a long wait the Wellington Phoenix’s maiden Ninja A-League finals campaign has arrived. The Phoenix will visit Brisbane Roar in the first leg of their semi-final on Sunday, a month to the day since their final regular season match... The post Ninja A-League Semi-Final 1st Leg Match Preview appeared first on Wellington Phoenix.
