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RNZ News
16-07-2025
- General
- RNZ News
'Gaping holes, rusty bolts': Titirangi residents want dodgy footpaths fixed
Protuding nails and screws are a common sight on some of the footpaths on Titirangi Rd. Photo: Supplied via LDR Residents of an Auckland beachside community are frustrated with the dangerous footpaths on their roads, some which have caused severe injuries. Titirangi resident Zoe Hawkins has been trying for years to get Auckland Transport to hear their concerns for the footpaths on Wood Bay Rd, Otitori Bay Rd, Tanekaha Rd and Kohu Rd. She bashed her knee a few years ago while she was out running and tripped over wired mesh. After talking to a few other residents, Hawkins found others too have not been so lucky. "We need urgent maintenance on our wooden footpaths," Hawkins said. "I'm not talking cosmetic - I'm talking gaping holes, nails, and rusty bolts." She said the footpaths, wooden and concrete, have been deteriorating for years. Areas in the concrete path were cracked and uneven, the wooden boardwalks were slippery, had rotting wood, some with holes and loose mesh netting. Hawkins said the state of the footpaths was not ideal, especially for disabled people and mothers who take their babies out. "People are resorting to walking on the road, to avoid having to walk on these footpaths, and some who just choose not to walk at all because it's so unsafe." Teenager Annika Hogguer Mearns broke her ankle last year while out walking her dog Issy on Wood Bay Rd. Photo: Supplied via LDR Teenager Annika Hogguer Mearns broke her ankle last year, while out walking her dog Issy on Wood Bay Rd. Three metal rods were inserted during surgery, and she couldn't walk for more than a month. She was in crutches for a further two months. "I slipped on the wooden footpath, and the mesh gripping was coming off. It had been raining that day, it was slippery... was just quite a bad combination," the 17-year-old said. She said she was annoyed after the accident, because slippery, deteriorating and dishevelled footpaths were common in Titirangi. "I would just like them to be fixed so no one ends up in the same situation I was in, because it's not fun." Hawkins was calling on AT to do something, and consider longer term maintenance. "It desperately needs someone to come out, walk down the street, find the areas that are damaged and fix it. "But also, to look at a long-term maintenance plan to make sure that this doesn't keep happening." A resident says they've asked AT to do something for years, but nothing has come been done. Photo: Supplied via LDR An AT spokesperson said it has received photos of the footpaths in question from a concerned member of the Titirangi community. "But we were not provided with their specific locations," he said. "We are currently working through this to find the locations, make assessments, and then plan our next steps to fix the issues." He said AT was happy to carry out maintenance, as and when required. "We do rely on support from the public who can help us with specific reports of problems they encounter. "We advise that people call our call centre 09 355353 to report specific issues with specific locations, or use our WEB service link." This would ensure contractors were dispatched to make safe any urgent issues, and other repairs would be quantified and put on their priority based forward works program, he said. LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.
RNZ News
03-07-2025
- Climate
- RNZ News
Auckland's Zig Zag track reopens after closure due to storm-damage in 2023
The Zig Zag track in the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park connects the Titirangi community to its local beach. Photo: Supplied / Auckland Council A popular track in Auckland's suburb of Titirangi has reopened this week, following closure after storm-damage from the weather events of early 2023. Auckland Council said the Zig Zag track, which links Titirangi Beach Road to the beach, has undergone significant upgrades to stabilise its path and improve drainage since the storms. The work is part of the council's ongoing programme to restore weather damaged tracks across the Waitākere Ranges, with stronger safeguards for kauri and improved experiences for users of the track. The council's manager of regional parks, Scott De Silva, said the restoration was not as easy as clearing a path. "Our contractors and rangers work around steep terrain, mature native trees, and ongoing flood damage - all while protecting the sensitive ecology of the area. It's careful, complex work, and I'm proud of what the team has achieved to reconnect this local accessway," he said. Parks Committee chairperson councillor Ken Turner said the reopening of the Zig Zag track was a milestone for the community. "It's a sign of the steady progress being made across the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park to get things back to normal after the extreme weather events of 2023," he said. Three more tracks are also set to reopen in the ranges in the coming months, including the Smyth Ridge track, the Kuatiaka track and the Zion Hill track in Karekare. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
Daily Mail
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Singer Dave Dobbyn is left broken-hearted after legendary music manager dies: 'It's a very sad day'
New Zealand singer Sir Dave Dobbyn has led the tributes after his beloved long-time manager Lorraine Barry died on Monday. Originally hailing from Northern Ireland, Barry found her second home in New Zealand, where she played a pivotal role in managing icons such as Dobbyn, rapper Tom Scott, and bands like Avantdale Bowling Club and Home Brew. She died at her Auckland home, after suffering a long illness. Her death was confirmed in a heartbreaking social media statement. 'Our wonderful Lorraine died yesterday. She was at her beautiful Titirangi home, lying in the sun and very peaceful,' the statement began. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'To everyone who knew her, was mentored, inspired or supported by her, we know you will be feeling this loss too. We are sending love to the music industry and wider community on her behalf.' Barry's illustrious career included a 16-year tenure as international marketing manager at Virgin Records in the UK. Across her career, she collaborated with legendary figures like the Spice Girls, Massive Attack, John Lee Hooker, the Chemical Brothers, Ice T and Soul II Soul. Slice of Heaven singer Dave Dobbyn paid tribute to her by sharing a heartfelt throwback photo of them together, which he captioned with some heartfelt words. 'It's a very sad day for my family and friends and for anyone who knew Lorraine. She was a straight shooter, her aim was true,' Dave began. 'We clicked from the start. I got so used to confiding in her as she had great instinct and a canny intelligence.' He added she had been an incredible manager in the two decades she had represented him. 'She had a great way with people and didn't suffer foolishness. Twenty-one years later and I'm at a loss to be without her. 'What would Lorraine think about this and that moving forward? Well she would tell me not to be anxious and to stick to the path we have nurtured. 'All who dealt with her had a deep respect for her. Rest in eternal peace.' NZ Six60 bassist Chris Mac also paid tribute, writing: 'She will be missed. Grateful to have known her.' 'Sending so much love. Such a kind brilliant woman,' NZ radio presented Sharyn Casey chipped in. 'A gem of a woman. Heartbroken for us all,' added NZ country singer Tami Neilson. Barry is survived by her long-term husband Ross.
RNZ News
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- RNZ News
Regional Wrap: Titirangi with filmmaker Robin Kewell
media culture 42 minutes ago Each week Culture 101 puts the spotlight on a different part of the country and we're going a bit more suburban this week to West Auckland - and the suburb of Titirangi. Close to the Waitakere Ranges and beaches nearby, the village is surrounded by lush greenery. With scenic and reserves - the area became a tourist destination on the fringes of Tamaki Makaurau. Local and filmmaker Robin Kewell joins us to chat more about the area.
RNZ News
07-05-2025
- RNZ News
Second potential attempted child abduction reported near Auckland school
Kaurilands School in Titirangi says one of its students was approached by a woman in a car on their way into school. Photo: Google Streetview A second Auckland school is reporting a potential attempted abduction, just days after a similar incident in south Auckland . Kaurilands School in Titirangi says one of its students was approached by a woman in a car on their way into school on Wednesday morning, asking if he wanted a ride. "He did all the right things and told her no thank you, continued walking and reported it to an adult," the school said in a note to parents. It comes just days after bystanders intervened when a man tried to get a boy into a car while he was walking home from Rowandale School. "Please talk to your children about what to do in situations such as these and report any suspicious behaviour," the Kaurilands School statement said, adding the incident has been reported to police. RNZ has approached police for comment.
