Tony Watkins

"As architects we are all asked the media question 'Do you favour sprawl or high-rise?' Reporters do not want to be told that it is a really stupid question."

The Institute of Architects recognizes St Heliers.

Early warning of testing toll road.

Queuing for cash machines adds a delightful diversion for drivers, writes Tony Watkins.

"You can meet people and chat while you are waiting to get to one of the two cash machines."

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All dogs should be banned from our beaches, says Tony Watkins

Taking a lead:

Sydney has banned dogs from many of its beaches. 

Rates system past its use-by date.

There are alternatives to finance local government, says Tony Watkins 

Successful people make a success of failure.

High achievers learn the art of turning negative energy into positive energy.

By good fortune I was able to raft down the Motu River twice during the last year. The magnificent four-day journey traverses one of the last wilderness areas in the North Island.

'The NZIA endorses the principle of working towards achieving zero waste in our cities, notes the potential of architecture to contribute to achieving physically and culturally sustainable urban environments, and directs Council to put in place a strategy to promote zero waste at all levels'.