Katie Bradford Senior Correspondent ·NZ Herald·22 Jul, 2026 06:00 PM6 mins to readDevelopment plans for Waimauku have raised concerns among locals after flooding hit the area during Cyclone Gabrielle in February 2023.National MP Chris Penk, who is also the Building and Construction Minister, has publicly spoken out against a project approved for his own Government’s fast-track process.The Waimauku West development proposes up to 2000 homes, industrial and commercial areas and two schools but is opposed by Auckland Council and locals.TOP
MP opposes 2000-home fast-track project in his electorate over flood fears
Chris Penk has spoken out in his capacity as a local MP, saying he would be remiss not to.
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