Local government - New Zealand - Auckland Region

Date: 1844-1853

By: Thomas, Godfrey John (Sir), 1824-1861

Reference: Micro-MS-0285

Description: Journals 1846-1853, contain comments on public and private affairs and copies of letters written by Thomas, including those to his half-brother, Sir George Grey. Source of title - Supplied title Relationship complexity - Photocopy held at MS-Papers-2428 Thomas held government appointments in South Australia, 1844-1846 and in Auckland and Wellington, 1846-1852, including the post of Secretary to Governor Sir George Grey, his half-brother. Quantity: 1 microfilm reel(s) positive. Physical Description: Holographs and printed matter (microfilm of photocopies) Finding Aids: Inventory available.

Date: 1965

By: One Tree Hill (Auckland, N.Z.). Borough Council; New Zealand. General Assembly Library

Reference: MapColl-832.1291eac/1965/Acc.11,792-11,793

Description: Copies of two approved district scheme maps of the Borough of One Tree Hill, dated 12th. October 1965. The subject of Map 1 is zoning, roading & reserves. Residential, commercial and industrial zones are marked. Public utilities and services are named and referred to in a reference key. The subject of Map No. 2 includes miscellaneous information additional to that shown on District Scheme Map No. 1. These are building lines, positions of intersections and streets to be deviated. Each map has a statement of approval which includes signatures of the Mayor, two councillors and the town clerk. "Approved District Scheme" is prominently written above the signed statement on each map. Date taken from statement of approval. "Auckland One Tree Hill, Map No. 1" and "Auckland One Tree Hill, Map No. 2" inscibed bottom left corner of respective map. 20 Nov 1967 - stamped on bottom left margin. Quantity: 2 map(s). Physical Description: Diazo prints, scale [1:7920], 107 x 77 cm.

Date: 1980 - 1988

By: Bromhead, Peter, 1933-; Auckland star (Newspaper)

Reference: A-334-079/101

Description: Cartoons and caricatures concerning the Round the Bays run, the Auckland population, Auckland transport, Auckland Children's Hospital, trains, architecture, Auckland local body and regional politics. Negatives at PA Collection 5371 Bromhead Collection Quantity: 24 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink on card, various sizes. Provenance: Donated by the artist in 1997.

Date: 1969

By: Auckland Regional Authority; L.B. (Cartographer), active 1969

Reference: MapColl-832.12955eac/1969/Acc.36901

Description: Copy of a map of an approved district scheme of the Northcote Borough which includes Shoal Bay. Features zoning designations and communications. Residential, commercial and industrial zones are marked. Community use zones are indicated for recreation areas, open space and school sites. Motorways and streets are named, sections are detailed, some of which are numbered and referred to in a reference key. A statement of approval includes signatures of the Mayor and the town clerk and is stamped with the common seal. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Diazo photoprint, coloured, scale [ca. 1:5 544], 73 x 52 cm.

Date: [1935-1937]

By: Greenslade, Arthur Edwin, 1874-1960

Reference: MS-Papers-7254

Description: Comprises holograph draft of a history of Northcote by Greenslade, with typescript summary and some notes relating to school achievements. Greenslade covers Maori history, early settlement, transport, post and telegraph services, churches, schools and related subjects. Source of title - Transcribed Quantity: 1 folder(s). 0.02 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holograph and typescript

Date: 1921-1975

From: Craig, Elsdon Walter Grant, 1917-1980 : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-7888-137

Description: Notes and papers relating to the history of Papakura, collected by Elsdon Craig. Includes copy of by-laws of Papakura Town Board for 1921, and booklet commemorating Papakura gaining City status (1975). Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: [ca 1973-1980]

From: Craig, Elsdon Walter Grant, 1917-1980 : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-7888-077

Description: Typed extracts of minutes, correspondence and notes on the West Tamaki Road Board 1862-1864. Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1964

By: Mount Eden (Auckland, N.Z.). Borough Council

Reference: MapColl-832.1291eac/1964/Acc.12,717

Description: Cadastral map of Mount Eden borough's approved district scheme, operative on 1st. October 1964. Includes some named streets and all sections are numbered. Residential, commercial and industrial zones are marked. Public utilities and services are named and referred to in a reference key. An extensive statement of approval includes the mayor's name E.W. Turner and town clerk W.L. Hurst. Date and the Borough Council's name taken from statement of approval. A10362 23 Nov 1967 - written on bottom left corner. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Diazo print, scale [1:3 960], 104 x 64 cm.

Date: 1973

From: Bromhead, Peter 1933- :[27 original cartoons published in the Auckland Star between 1971 and 1978.]

Reference: A-130-020

Description: Cartoon shows two panels: at the left three fire hydrants stand side by side; in the proposed 1978 model, three fire hydrants stands balanced stacked one above the other. Other Titles - October 1973 Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink on card, 213 x 275 mm.

Date: 1989

From: Bromhead, Peter 1933- :[25 original cartoons published in the Auckland Star in September and October, 1989.]

Reference: A-225-271

Description: Cartoon shows a man representing the Auckland ratepaers. He stares gloomily into a toilet bowl at what is within. A can of "fresh ideas" stands beside him on the floor. Other Titles - October Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink drawing, on card 181 x 270 mm.

Date: 1989

From: Bromhead, Peter 1933- :[20 original cartoons published in the Auckland Star in November and December, 1989.]

Reference: A-225-283

Description: Cartoon shows Auckland as an athlete crouching poised to begin a race. At the right, a voice prepares him for paying up, and points a gun at him. Other Titles - November Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink drawing on card, 138 x 220 mm.

Date: 1998

Reference: Eph-E-LOCAL-Auckland-1998-02

Description: Election campaign poster for Auckland local body elections in 1998 shows a photograph of Topp Twins performer Lynda Topp at the right with a hibiscus over her right ear and the Sky Tower in the background. Banner stuck over centre announces a free concert and public meeting. Two copies held. Quantity: 1 colour art print(s). Physical Description: Screenprint, 695 x 1020 mm., with collaged piece over centre, 75 x 420 mm. Provenance: Donated by Diva Productions in 2014. Transfers: From Manuscripts & Archives - MS-Group-2258 - Other material of the same provenance is housed at MS-Group-2258.

Date: 1998

Reference: Eph-E-LOCAL-Auckland-1998-01

Description: Election campaign poster for Auckland local body elections in 1998 shows a photograph of Topp Twins performer Lynda Topp at the right with a hibiscus over her right ear and the Sky Tower in the background. Two copies held. Quantity: 1 colour art print(s). Physical Description: Screenprint, 695 x 1020 mm. Provenance: Donated by Diva Productions in 2014. Transfers: From Manuscripts & Archives - MS-Group-2258 - Other material of the same provenance is housed at MS-Group-2258.

Date: 13 Feb 1998

From: Citizens Advice Bureaux oral history project

By: Hooker, Jan, active 1998

Reference: OHInt-0443-06

Description: Jan Hooker recalls becoming involved with the Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) at Mt Albert when she moved to Auckland in 1981. Talks about involvement in regional committee which began in mid 1980s and the change in the training system. Discusses biculturalism in terms of the organisation and how it is moving to acknowledge the bicultural nature of New Zealand and having a commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi. Discusses the changes culturally and ethnically in the West Auckland community and refers to the establishment of a Chinese speaking service in the bureau in response to the need. Recalls move to New Lynn Bureau in 1990 and notes similar problems in both areas. Refers to meetings for volunteers arranged by the Refugee and Migrant Service for Ethiopian families coming to Auckland. Mentions involvement of Bureaux in the `Stress Less' campaign. Discusses the Policy Conference held in Auckland 1989 which involved representation from almost every bureau and was seen as a good time to develop a set of membership standards. Recalls drawing heavily from the UK situation of Citizens Advice Bureau and particularly in the Scottish Citizens Advice Bureau, which was similar in size to New Zealand. Mentions Mary-Jane Rivers and Margy-Jean Malcolm. Discusses the amalgamation in Auckland when the existing local bodies amalgamated into one large one and the resulting changes to Bureaux in those areas as they had been operating under quite different systems so all had to re-negotiate. Discusses funding and accountability. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Interviewer(s) - Margot Hart Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-009635-009636 Quantity: 2 C60 cassette(s). 1 transcript(s). 1.30 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - transcript(s) available OHA-3126.

Date: 29 March 2009

From: Body, Guy Keverne, 1967-:Original cartoons. 1986-2011

Reference: A-453-193

Description: Shows Auckland City Mayor John Banks as a burger vendor. He offers a super-sized burger. Refers to the Super City proposal for Auckland Region. Inscriptions: Recto - centre right - MONDAY CARTOON - 3003A? CARTOON - 157.2MM X 129.5 Pls correct, send to MediaGrid, GNZHARTPIX [in pencil] Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink and felt-tip pen on paper, 225x330 mm

Date: 1844-1853

By: Thomas, Godfrey John (Sir), 1824-1861

Reference: MS-Papers-2428

Description: Journals 1846-1853, contain comments on public and private affairs and copies of letters including those to his half-brother, Sir George Grey. Included is an account of his voyage back to England. The letters 1844-1848 comprise letters to his mother and sister, Bessie, in England. Source of title - Supplied title Relationship complexity - Microfilm at Micro-MS-0285 Thomas held government appointments in South Australia 1844-1846 and in Auckland and Wellington 1846-1852, including the post of Secretary to Governor Sir George Grey, his half-brother. Quantity: 10 folder(s). 0.10 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holographs and printed matter (photocopies) Finding Aids: Inventory available.

Date: 1969

By: Auckland Regional Authority. Planning Division.; M. J. C., active 1969

Reference: MapColl-832.12955eac/1969/Acc.8904/8905

Description: Approved first reviewed district scheme map of the East Coast Bays Borough for zoning, designations and communications. Residential, commercial and industrial zones are marked. Land for recreation for public and private use, schools and transportation routes are marked and referred to in a reference key. Streets are named and some sections are numbered. Bays are named. A statement of approval includes signatures of the Mayor and the town clerk. Approved First Reviewed District Scheme is printed on the top left of the 2nd. map. Quantity: 2 map(s). Physical Description: Dye transfer colour print of 1 map on 2 sheets, coloured, scale [1:6 336], 127 x 67 cm., on sheets 65 x 67 cm.

Date: 1963

By: Auckland Regional Planning Authority; R. J. M. (Cartographer), active 1963; New Zealand. General Assembly Library

Reference: MapColl-832.1297eac/1963/Acc.10,903

Description: Sheet 1 of 2 sheets of an approved district scheme map of the Otahuhu Borough for zoning, roading & reserves. Residential, commercial and industrial zones are marked. Reserves for community and civic purposes, the hospital and cemetery, golf course, schools and transportation routes are marked and referred to in a reference key. Streets are named and most of the sections are numbered. A statement of approval includes signatures of the Mayor and the town clerk and the town planning consultant is referred to. D23/1/7 (two sheets) is printed on the bottom right of the map and Approved District Scheme is printed at the top right. Refer to Sheet 2 for zoning of land designated or reserved for a public work. 20 Nov 1967 - stamped on bottom left margin, and A10345 is handwritten next to the date. Stamp on reverse states "This is a genuine dye transfer colour print from Carr Advertising Studios Ltd. Box 1792. Phone 595-684. Auckland, N.Z.". Reserve copy Acc.10,976 Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Dye transfer colour print (photograph), coloured, scale [ca. 1:9 504], 50 x 32 cm.

Date: 1950

By: Auckland Regional Planning Authority; University of Auckland

Reference: MapColl-832.12991eac/[ca.1950]/Acc.6799

Description: A district scheme map of the Waiuku Borough includes named streets and numbered sections. The Waiuku River and the Rangiwhea Creek are named as are the Fernleigh and Waiuku railway stations. Schools, recreational reserves, parks, a rugby ground, utilities, the hospital and cemetery are marked. No reference key is provided. Estimated date taken from catalogue card. Title supplied by cataloguer. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Photocopy, linen backed, scale indeterminable, 100 x 74 cm.

Date: 1984

By: Bromhead, Peter, 1933-; Auckland star (Newspaper)

Reference: A-336-111

Description: Shows two policemen patrolling a deserted street in Taumarunui. At the time Taumarunui had a curfew barring children under the age of 16 from the town streets after 11.30pm. Relates to debate in Auckland about imposing a similar programme there. Negatives at PA Collection 5371 Bromhead Collection Extended Title - Curfews and streetkids...Taumarunui Fish Shop. Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Black ink on card 190 x 235 mm Provenance: Donated by the artist in 1997.