Viv Beck
Govt propose moving police station to Auckland CBD
The government has announced plans to relocate the current 24/7 station from College Hill which is approximately two kilometres away from the city centre to a more central spot on Federal Street… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 12 November 2024
In today's episode, the Prime Minister has delivered a formal apology to all survivors abused while in the care of the state, day two of the national hikoi opposing the Treaty Principles Bill is… Audio
Coldplay arrive in NZ for three shows at Eden Park
One of the biggest bands in the world - Coldplay - has arrived in New Zealand and are gearing up for three shows at Auckland's Eden Park this week. Heart of the City's Viv Beck spoke to Charlotte… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 11 November 2024
On today's episode, a dawn karakia at Cape Reinga has marked the start of a national hikoi to parliament in opposition to the Treaty Principles Bill and government policy affecting Maori, the Justice… Audio
Heart of the City on cost of Christmas tree in Auckland city
A Christmas tree going up in Te Komititanga Square, between lower Queen Street and the Waterfront is causing controversy due to the cost. Viv Beck from Heart of the City spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Happiness the focus of Auckland's art week
As part of art week, there will be installations, exhibits and walking tours in Auckland city's galleries and streets, lanes and spaces. It's supported by the business group Heart of the City, who… Audio
How are NZ businesses faring as 2025 nears
Survive til '25 became a mantra for businesses in New Zealand. It reflects the feeling that 2024 will be a tough year for the economy, but better times are just around the corner. We're now less than… Audio
AK businesses in CBD struggling to survive
Auckland's CBD businesses are questioning their own survival as construction and road works continue with no immediate end in sight. Leonard Powell reports. Audio
Viv Beck on security patrols for Auckland CBD
Central Auckland shopkeepers aren't considering dropping their own security patrols despite an increased police presence in the area. Heart of the City chief executive Viv Beck spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Reality and perception over safe cities
Is Auckland city a crime-ridden nightmare, or is it a perception caused by more apartment-dwellers congregating on the streets? Audio
Smith And Caughey's set to close 2025
Aucklands oldest department store Smith and Caughey's is set to close in 2025. The retail store on Queen Street has been a fixture for 144 years Jesse speaks with CEO of Auckland's Heart of the City… Audio
CBD businesses accuse AT of anxiety over parking charges
Central city businesses in Auckland are accusing Auckland Transport of causing unnecessary anxiety over overnight parking charges. Heart of the city's Viv Beck spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss Audio
Heart of the City on overnight parking charges in Auckland
"Not on" and "out of the blue" - that's how central Auckland businesses are responding to new CBD parking changes. Heart of the City chief executive Viv Beck spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
International tourists keeping central Akl businesses afloat
International tourists are helping to keep central Auckland businesses afloat as locals keep a tight rein on their spending. Viv Beck from Heart of the City spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Viv Beck on extra money given to fight CBD crime
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has announced an extra $570,000 to help fight crime in the CBD.
The funding will go towards more CCTV cameras and three pilot safety co-ordination hubs at Queens Wharf… Audio
Auckland business association responds to light rail project
The Government has officially scrapped Auckland's beleaguered light rail project, fulfilling its election promise.
The former Labour government said the project would be completed within four years.
…Fights and threatening behaviour intimidate fearful Central Auckland businesses
Ongoing anti-social behaviour in central Auckland is prompting safety concerns among business owners and tourism operators, as more people flock into Downtown for summer. Co-owner of Vivace Restaurant… Audio
Advocates call for action after rise in gun violence in Auckland
The day a construction site worker gunned down two people in Auckland's city centre the police responded to a dozen other callouts across the region that resulted in firearms charges.
It was just… Audio
Much of Auckland CBD shut down due to shooting
Much of Auckland's CBD has been shut down this morning following a shooting on Quay Street.
The gunman entered the building just after seven this morning and climbed the levels to then hide in a… Audio
Auckland CBD safety hub
Auckland CBD will have a Safety Hub and Community Patrols this July and August to help support safety in the city centre.
It comes as the FIFA Women's World Cup and a myriad of other events kick off… Audio
