Hundreds of capital projects totalling about $300 million are being deferred by Auckland Council this year to address pressures in next year's black budget.
Core services are not immune, with $10.1 million less being spent on the city's dilapidated stormwater system and Auckland Transport targeting bus lanes and rail projects in Parnell and Pukekohe.
As well as big projects, $35 million of local projects are being deferred, including a skate park at Riverhead, $84,377 for a new playground and toilet upgrades in Mangere East, $5786 for litter bins and $1.9 million for tarting up Mt Albert town centre.
The mayor faces the daunting task of having to slash costs to achieve 2.5 per cent average rates increases.
Tell us about the projects in your area that have been put on hold and why they matter to you. Do you support the Mayor's $300m savings plan? Here is the latest selection of Your Views:
