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Factions fall short in race for local board control
Veteran local-body politician and top-polling candidate George Wood has been quick to put up his hand for the role of Devonport-Takapuna Local Board chair after last weekend’s elections, despite his Communities & Residents (C&R) ticket failing to win control of the board.
C&R and rival ticket A Fresh Approach (AFA) both stood full slates of candidates for the board but each won only two seats. Their members have been joined on the new board by two non-aligned candidates. Attempting to reach a pragmatic arrangement over chair and deputy chair roles would
seem likely, with some members telling the Observer they know the public’s appetite for in-fighting is low. Seventy-nine-year-old former North Shore mayor Wood made it clear on Monday he was in the running for the chair’s role for what he To page 2-3
Slurpalicious! Local foodie showcases Takapuna treats
Diverse dining... Forrest Hill’s Lincoln Tan tucks into a scallop and noodle dish at St Marée seafood bistro in Takapuna. He has been hosting Taste of Takapuna dining events for the business association’s annual hospitality month. Don’t miss your chance to vote in the People’s Choice Awards. Story, page 5.
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