Bruce Allan
Bruce Allan serves as the deputy chief executive of Hastings District Council, where he has been involved in the council's response to the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle, including the challenges of property valuation in the wake of the disaster. He has explained the restrictions imposed by the Rating Valuation Act that prevent immediate adjustments to property rates based on the cyclone's impact.
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Recent news mentions
Bruce and Karla Allan thought they sold their Dulwich Hill home for $3.5 million but claim they are still owed $1.5 million of that.
Pitfalls of selling as part of a mega-lot
Australia· 2025-10-11
Bruce Allan, HDC's deputy chief executive, stated that the videos were produced in-house without incurring expenses.
Hastings council takes down Māori wards videos after legal letter from Hobson’s Pledge
New Zealand· 2025-06-12
Hastings District Council deputy chief executive Bruce Allan explained the council's limitations regarding property valuations post-cyclone.
Cyclone Gabrielle victim claims land value has dropped $1m - but council rate bill sameNew Zealand· 2025-04-03
