CONFIRMED MINUTES OF MEETING

BAY OF PLENTY CONSERVATION BOARD Held at Memorial Hall,

Seddon Street, Waihi On Friday 6 June 2008, starting at 9.30am

Present: Laurence Tamati, Anthony Olsen, Neil Clarke, Stephen Parr, Ian Pirani, Margriet Theron, Suzanne Williams, Hera Smith, John Coster, Michael Hayden

In Attendance: Mark Davies (Conservation Support Manager) Leilani Fraser (Bay of Plenty Conservation Board Support Officer) Andrew Baucke (Area Manager Tauranga - from 9.57am) Craig Summers (Acting Technical Support Officer Recreation - from 9.57am) Mayor of Hauraki, John Tregidga (from 12.40pm)

The meeting began at 9.43am.

1.0 INTRODUCTORY MATTERS

1.1 Welcome, Karakia & Chair’s Opening Remarks Anthony opened the meeting with a karakia and ‘Te Aroha’ was sung.

Laurence thanked Board members involved in the various subcommittees for their work over the last couple of months: • Anthony and Suzanne’s role in representing the Board on the CMS review hearings panel; • The Whirinaki subcommittee’s (Hera, Joe, Stephen, Margriet) work on the Whirinaki CMS Monitoring Report feedback; • The Mining Subcommittee’s (Neil and Stephen) work on the advice provided for the Heritage Gold application for access arrangement.

Laurence advised that the Mayor of Hauraki, John Tregidga, would be arriving to the meeting before lunch to meet with the Board.

Margriet advised that her husband, Louw Van Wyk would be joining the Board for the field visit and will arrive to the meeting later in the afternoon.

1.2 Apologies Henry Weston, Taute Taiepa, Joe Doherty and Linda Conning tendered their apologies.

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Resolved: That the apologies are received and accepted. Moved: Suzanne Williams Seconded: Anthony Olsen Carried

2.0 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING

2.1 Matters Arising from the Previous Meeting

• Mark advised Alf McCausland’s resignation from the Board and the replacement will be picked up in the current Conservation Board appointments process.

(Andrew Baucke and Craig Summers arrived at 9.57am)

• Mike asked about genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Mark advised that GMOs come under the Hazardous Substances and Organisms Act controlled by the Environmental Risk Management Authority (ERMA).

• At the last Board meeting, Margriet mentioned that Hera suggested hosting the next Maori Conservation Leadership Hui in BOP Conservancy, specifically in Murupara as part of the 25 celebrations of the opening of the Whirinaki Forest Park. Margriet wondered whether the BOP Conservation Board should actively propose this offer to the NZCA. The Board agreed and Anthony will contact Catherine Tudhope in DOC head office to advise of this offer and a letter will be sent to the NZCA.

Action: Anthony to draft a letter from the Board to the NZCA proposing for the next Maori Conservation Leadership Hui to be hosted by BOP Conservancy in September 2009 as part of the 25 year celebrations of the opening of the Whirinaki Forest Park.

• Anthony, on behalf of the Board, commended Suzanne’s submission regarding the NZ Coastal Policy Statement.

Action: Laurence to draft a letter to Kerry Marshall as outgoing NZCA Chairman

2.2 Adoption of Previous Meeting Minutes

Resolved: The minutes of the meeting held on 4 April 2008 are confirmed as being a true and accurate record. Moved: Margriet Theron Seconded: Neil Clarke Carried

2.3 Confirmation of Current Meeting Agenda

Additional Agenda Items to be discussed under General Business: • Heritage Gold Application - Stephen Parr, Neil Clarke & John Coster • Update on the Department’s Strategic and Budget Alignment Review - Mark Davies • Minister of Conservation Visit to the 1 August 2008 Board Meeting - Mark Davies • Conservation Awards for 2008 - Mark Davies

DOCDM-273992 Page 2 of 12 The Board agreed that Craig Summers’ Whirinaki CMS Monitoring Report addendum item should be brought forward on the meeting agenda.

The Board agreed that Andrew Baucke’s item on the Eastern Arterial and Bypass & the Relationship to the Lower Kaituna Wildlife Management Reserve, should be brought forward on the meeting agenda.

4.2 CMS Monitoring Report Addendum for the Whirinaki Management Area - Section 3.8.3 Report by Craig Summers (Acting Technical Support Officer Recreation) Report to be monitored by the Whirinaki Subcommittee (Margriet Theron, Hera Smith, Joe Doherty, Stephen Parr) Stephen explained that it has been difficult coming up with feedback from the Board in terms of ensuring all subcommittee members make comments in the document. Stephen suggested that a workshop be held to determine the best procedure for Board members to assess staff CMS monitoring reports.

Laurence advised that it is in the Board’s best interest to get the monitoring and Board feedback tools right and ensure linkage with the reporting tools. Laurence suggested that this be a priority for next meeting agenda.

Stephen advised that he trialled the Campfire facility and it did not work very well. Stephen then presented the subcommittee’s feedback to Craig and the Board and handed out hardcopies of the feedback.

Mark reminded the Board that their statutory role is to monitor the Department’s implementation of the CMS. The Board’s role is to make an assessment or determination on whether DOC is doing its job in accordance with the CMS.

Suzanne believes that the role of the Board is quite clear and that the Board does not ‘audit’ the Department’s work, it monitors and assesses it.

Margriet commended Craig’s addendum as it answered all of the Whirinaki subcommittee’s questions and added that monitoring reports need to be high quality reports.

John asked about the internal DOC monitoring systems and how this area of work is going. Mark advised that the Department’s biodiversity monitoring systems are world class however the recreation and visitor monitoring systems are not as advanced and do need some work.

Craig explained that the Whirinaki Ecological Management Zone or WEMZ is one site in particular that undergoes intense management. Opuiaki is possibly the other that has the same level of intense management within the BOP Conservancy.

John advised that there needed to be a change of wording in the addendum from ‘restoration’ to ‘conservation’ and this was noted by Craig for amending.

The Board have observed the different types of monitoring reports that have been prepared by independent consultants and DOC staff. Stephen advised that he personally prefers having DOC staff members present at the Board meetings to answer questions.

The Board also talked about changing the name of the Board’s monitoring report to ‘assessment report’. The Board agreed to this change.

DOCDM-273992 Page 3 of 12 Laurence thanked Craig for his work on the addendum and for answering the questions from the Board’s Whirinaki subcommittee.

Due to time constraints and having only hardcopies of the Board’s feedback available, Laurence asked that the Board’s assessment report be circulated during the morning tea and lunch breaks and ratified under the General Business agenda item.

Resolved: That the addendum provided by Craig Summers for the Whirinaki CMS Monitoring Report is received by the Board. Moved: Stephen Parr Seconded: Hera Smith Carried

Resolved: That from the information provided to the Board, the Board members concluded that the CMS is being implemented and that appropriate progress on management priorities is being achieved in the Whirinaki Management Area. Moved: Stephen Parr Seconded: Margriet Theron Carried

Action: Craig Summers to send Suzanne Williams a copy of the WEMZ report.

Action: Leilani to add to the next meeting agenda an item on the Board’s role in CMS assessment reporting and process.

(The Board broke for morning tea at 11.00am. The Board meeting resumed at 11.20am).

4.6 Eastern Arterial and Bypass & the Relationship to the Lower Kaituna Wildlife Management Reserve Update from Andrew Baucke (Area Manager Tauranga) Andrew went through his power-point presentation to the Board and was able to show the proximity of the road to the Lower Kaituna Wildlife Management Reserve and explain the steps that have been taken to maintain protection of the reserve. The Board were pleased with the steps taken by the Department to protect this reserve.

Laurence thanked Andrew for his informative presentation and wished the Department well.

3.0 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES OF THE BOARD

3.1 Bay of Plenty CMS Review Hearings Progress Report Update from Mark Davies Mark went through his report regarding the recent CMS review submission hearings. The Board approved the process as laid out by Mark and is happy to attend the CMS review workshop to be held on 25 June.

Suzanne advised that she found it a privilege to be on the CMS review Subcommittee and the hearings panel. Suzanne felt fortunate to have the time to learn about what was going on with the CMS review process, who stakeholders are and how the Department will form its response to the various stakeholders and submitters.

DOCDM-273992 Page 4 of 12 Margriet attended part of the hearings and found the process to be a really interesting experience as well as hearing about people’s passion for the places where they live and have an interest in.

Action: Leilani to circulate the list of CMS submitters to the Board.

3.2 Bay of Plenty Conservation Board Strategic Plan Update from Mark Davies Mark advised that the Board’s updated strategic plan has been revised to focus on the Board priorities based around ‘places’ due to the ‘place’ based format of the CMS. Mark then asked for feedback from the Board on the revised plan.

Margriet advised that the purpose and vision statement of the document are good but a heading is needed for ‘Role of the Board’. The structure of the report is the same but the Board now has different priorities. There is a need for more ‘action driven’ points. Not much has been done with the public relations section of the strategy. The Board needs to note down who its various networks and communities are. Margriet suggested that the strategic planning subcommittee meet before the August Board meeting to confirm the draft document and thanked Mark for completing the formatting and structure of the document.

Anthony asked whether the Board’s future field trips would be linked up to coincide with CMS monitoring reports for the same ‘place’. Mark confirmed that the plan is to link up field trips with CMS monitoring reports ‘place’. The Board’s discussion was noted by Mark and he will make the suggested changes.

(Mayor of Hauraki, John Tregidga arrived at 12.40pm).

Laurence put the discussion on hold to welcome Mayor of Hauraki, John Tregidga to the Board meeting.

John welcomed the Board and DOC staff to Hauraki and Waihi and acknowledged the work that the BOP Conservancy are doing with the area. John admitted that he was anxious as to how the change over from Conservancy to BOP Conservancy would go but the transition has been fine. John took the opportunity to thank staff and the Conservator and he is happy with how things are working.

A huge investment has been made in the walkways within Hauraki area. The former Minister of Conservation, Chris Carter, was excited about the Karangahake project as it is a walk where not much preparation by visitors is required. The Karangahake Gorge has a different dynamic from other walkways and the area has huge potential in attracting visitors to the area. To cope with this potential influx of visitors, the Council has been in talks with Transit NZ regarding infrastructure. The challenge will be about finding out how much infrastructure will be needed to support the area to ensure that the Karangahake Gorge remains an iconic attraction in years to come.

Mark explained that John gave a good submission at the recent CMS review hearings which focused on ensuring clearer management objectives for the Karangahake Gorge area.

(The Board broke for lunch at 1.00pm. The meeting resumed at 1.45pm).

DOCDM-273992 Page 5 of 12 3.3 BOP Conservation Board Chairperson Nominations Laurence Tamati & Mark Davies Mark advised that two nominations were received nominating Anthony Olsen as Chairperson and Stephen Parr as Deputy Chairperson. The Board supported and agreed with the nominations and resolved to close the nomination process. The roles will take effect from the Board’s 1 August 2008 meeting.

Resolved: That the nominations for Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson of the Bay of Plenty Conservation Board are now closed. Moved: Margriet Theron Seconded: Ian Pirani Carried

Laurence will endorse the CMS at the Board’s August meeting and the change over of Chairperson will occur during the second half of the Board meeting.

4.0 UPDATE ON DEPARTMENTAL ACTIVITIES

4.1 Conservator’s Report (April/May 2008) Verbal update from Henry Weston Henry went through his report. Items of interest included:

Biodiversity • Major CIMS exercise led by DOC on the Napier/Taupo road with the involvement of 3 conservancies, forestry companies, councils and the NZ Fire Service and dealing with simulated fires in the area; • Translocation proposal being effected to move 2 saddleback from Mokoia Island to Orana Park in Christchurch; • Appeal lodged in the Environment Court on a subdivision decision by Whakatane District Council affecting the Thornton Kanuka (only plant endemic to the Bay of Plenty); • Transfer of Whirinaki kiwi to Mokoia - process led by new concessionaire to the island to coincide with TRENZ and the bird accompanied by Ngati Whare; • 300ha of wilding pine work completed at Waipunga; Waimangu wilding pine work completed for the year; • FBI work completed for the Southern Kaimai area; and further research on rata in the Northern Kaimai is helping build a picture of the state of the biodiversity in the Forest Park; • More kiwi eggs at Otanewainuku but again, unfortunately, infertile; • 340 koi carp removed from pond at Kauri Point in cooperative exercise with Environment Bay of Plenty; • Present at hearing for dive wreck application near Moutohora; • Involved with Environment Bay of Plenty’s application to mechanically remove mangroves from Tauranga Harbour; • Te Tumu block, Wairakei Stream at Papamoa - 5 nationally threatened plant species discovered in last 2 months through DOC surveys working co-operatively with the developer on this. Very important discoveries for the Tauranga district and important information to gain regarding future development plans for the general area; • Staff have completed a survey of Putauaki (Mt Edgecumbe) for dactylanthus following up on old record from 1996 with the administering iwi trusts ecological consultants.

Visitor/Historic

DOCDM-273992 Page 6 of 12 • Waipapa link track almost completed - joining the Waitawheta Hut with the Te Aroha/Waiorongomai areas; • Great progress with the Moerangi section of the Whirinaki track upgrade - will be a combined mountain bike/walk route linking Minginui with Okahu road ends; • New shelter at Minginui turnoff almost completed by Ngati Whare after receiving funding from the Department’s tikanga atawhai fund; • Media coverage of the proposed Tarawera track has increased with articles locally and in the NZ Herald.

Community • Death of Colin Davey - ardent hunter and conservationist from Rotorua, and had been nominated for a Queens Birthday honour; • Alf McCausland resigned from the Bay of Plenty Conservation Board; • Treaty negotiations begun in earnest with both Ngati Makino and Waitaha - with the Department’s response being led from Rotorua Lakes and Tauranga Offices respectively, and as always supported by Neville Hunter in Conservancy Office; • Restricted Coastal Activity signed off by Minister of Conservation allowing the redevelopment of a seawall at Waihi Beach.

Suzanne looks forward to the Conservator’s report at each meeting and acknowledged all the hard work that DOC staff are doing.

4.3 Proposed Land Exchange - Private Land for Conservation Land adjoining the Mangorewa Scenic Reserve at Lagoon Road - Kaharoa Request the Conservation Board to consider the proposed land exchange Neville Hunter (Community Relations Officer, Statutory Land Management) After some discussion the Board’s only issue was around fencing and Mark advised that this is being worked on with the landowner.

The Board also asked that when proposals such as this come before the Board, that more detail is given regarding the significant ecological values of the affected areas. This was noted by Mark.

Action: Mark to advise Neville Hunter that the Board requires more detail regarding the significant ecological values, for future proposed land exchanges that come before the Board.

Resolved: That the Bay of Plenty Conservation Board agree that the land exchange of private land for conservation land adjoining Mangorewa Scenic Reserve at Lagoon Road, Kaharoa, should proceed. Moved: Suzanne Williams Seconded: John Coster Carried

4.4 Implementation of the Dog Policy and the BOP Approach & Dogs on Beaches Discussion Mark Davies on behalf of Matt Hickson (Technical Support Officer Wild Animal Management) Mark went through Matt Hickson’s report to the Board. Ian advised that Rob Pitkethley noted this agenda item with interest as it has been discussed at a national level between NZ Fish & Game and DOC.

Hera mentioned that the briefing paper is valuable for the Board to note and the process advised by Matt Hickson is a good one.

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4.5 Minginui Economic Assessment Report Briefing Update from Mark Davies Mark went through his report to the Board and concluded that Minginui is a huge part of the Whirinaki area. The role for Minginui could be as a service centre for visitors to Whirinaki and increasing visitor numbers would provide significant economic opportunities and benefits for the Minginui community.

4.7 Pukenga Atawhai Update Mark Davies on behalf of Taute Taiepa

Action: Leilani to advise Taute that John, Suzanne and Stephen would like to attend the Pukenga Atawhai Wananga on 17-21 November 2008 at Maketu Marae, Kawhia.

5.0 OTHER STATUTORY FUNCTIONS

5.1 Te Tapatoru a Toi ~ Joint Management Committee Presentation of “Te Tapui Tokotoru Draft Conservation Management Plan” Anthony Olsen & Mark Davies Anthony advised that the “Te Tapui Tokotoru Draft Conservation Management Plan” has been publicly notified. Submissions have been received and feedback has been positive.

Mark noted that this document is a milestone in itself. It is the first plan of its kind under a Joint management committee that has come out of a treaty settlement.

Action: John to make a personal submission on the Te Tapui Tokotoru Draft Conservation Management Plan.

Action: Laurence to draft a congratulatory letter to the JMC.

5.2 Eastern Region Fish & Game Liaison Update from Ian Pirani Ian has been in contact with Rob Pitkethley (Manager of the Eastern Region Fish & Game Council) and wanted to pass on some feedback to the Board:

• The NZ Fish & Game Council is going through a consultative phase regarding changes to the Anglers Notice to ban the use of felt soled waders. This is in regard to trying to minimise risks of spreading Didymo. There has been both support and opposition to the proposal. Support is around a proactive step to ban what is by far the most likely vector (Biosecurity NZ is supporting). Opposition is around less safety from alternatives, other vectors not controlled and will reduce the power of the check, clean and dry message; • Fish & Game have submitted to the CMS but did not attend the hearings; • Fish & Game are still struggling through the EBOP consenting process for the planned water reticulation work in the Lower Kaituna Wildlife Management Reserve. The hold up has been frustrating but now the game season is near, the pressure is off a little. Fish & Game hope to get the consenting completed and the work done before the breeding season; • The Conservation Board agenda item on the dog control policy is of interest to Fish & Game. It is important for Fish & Game to keep an eye on these policies with regard to game bird hunters using dogs in DOC areas for ducks and pheasants. We have been involved in discussions about this topic at a national level with DOC so it will be good to hear how it is being operated in the Conservancies.

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Ian advised that Rob has confirmed his attendance at the Board’s meeting on 1 August 2008.

6.0 GENERAL BUSINESS

6.1 Submission from Board on the NZ Coastal Policy Statement For Board’s information Suzanne advised that it was important to note in the Board’s submission that the Board supported the policy statement and asked whether the Board wished to be heard. Suzanne was unsure of when the hearings would be held but advised that the Board would be able to delegate a speaker to attend the hearings if it wished. The Board does wish to be heard and resolved that it supports delegating Suzanne to speak at the hearings on its behalf. Anthony advised that he is happy to attend the hearings to support Suzanne depending on his availability and where the hearing venue is located.

Resolved: That the Bay of Plenty Conservation Board delegates Suzanne Williams to speak on its behalf at hearings of the NZ Coastal Policy Statement. Moved: Neil Clarke Seconded: Hera Smith Carried

6.2 Paper from Nelson Marlborough Conservancy on Public Access Over Private Land For Board’s information John asked about marginal strips. Mark advised that the purpose of marginal strips is to allow public access along waterways and riparian vegetation areas.

6.3 Letter by Nelson Marlborough Conservation Board regarding its view on Landscape Ecology For Board’s information No comments from the Board.

6.4 DOC Consultations - Finding Information Email from Catherine Tudhope (Manager Statutory Bodies Unit) For Board’s information Anthony advised that this item was discussed at the National Conservation Board Chairpersons Hui and is good information for the Board to know.

6.5 Effects of Cessation of Bovine Tb Control on Public Conservation Land Email forwarded by Katrina Edwards on behalf of the Wellington Conservation Board For Board’s information No comments from the Board.

ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS:

Heritage Gold - Application for Access Arrangement Mining Subcommittee (Stephen Parr, John Coster, Neil Clarke) In the matter of an application for an Access Arrangement by Heritage Gold, the Department is required to seek advice from the Conservation Board when considering the application. A subcommittee of the Conservation Board was established to facilitate that process and a meeting was held at the Tauranga Area Office by the subcommittee and local DOC staff involved.

The subcommittee after the meeting with DOC staff and noting that the CMS has specific requirements relating to such applications including that “All persons wishing to enter into an

DOCDM-273992 Page 9 of 12 access agreement under the Crown Minerals Act 1991 will be required to provide a comprehensive environmental impact assessment” and that such a report shall be considered against a number of specific matters detailed in the CMS, concluded that any potential adverse impact on natural, historic or cultural values could be controlled by imposing appropriate conditions. However this advice is subject to the existing environmental impact being brought up to date to the satisfaction of the relevant DOC officers and subject to:

1. Any proposed satellite drilling sites being assessed individually for rare or endangered botanical species as identified in Paul Cashmore’s report; 2. Prior independent assessment of the significance of all historic sites and features (including roads and tracks within the application area, to the satisfaction of the Department and the NZ Historic Places Trust, followed by preparation of a conservation plan to ensure protection of known significant sites and documentation of any further sites found.

Potential impacts noted by the subcommittee were: • Botanical values • Freshwater species • Water quality • Visual impact of any earthworks (internal/external) • Historic resources (pre and post 1900) • Drilling sites (individual impact) • Access to drill rigs • Pedestrian safety • Terrestrial species • Amenity effects - noise, traffic movement etc

Mark will pass on these points to Clint Savage (Community Relations Officer, Concessions) and will ensure the Board are kept in the loop with regard to the final conditions.

Resolved: That the Board approves of the advice provided by the Mining Subcommittee to the Department of Conservation regarding the Access Arrangement by Heritage Gold.

Moved: Stephen Parr Carried: John Coster Carried

Update on the Department’s Strategic and Budget Alignment Review Mark Davies From a total of approximately 1800 full time employees at DOC the final report outlined:

• The disestablishment of 33 positions in Head Office and 27 regional positions (60 in total) • 20 of the 60 positions proposed to be disestablished are currently vacant • The report also announces 13 new positions are to be established.

The rationale for this decision is primarily a requirement to reprioritise to make savings, but is also affected by the most efficient purchasing model for social science priority work in the next three to five years.

A number of positions have been disestablished in conservancies. These are primarily to contribute to required savings, but also reflect a move to shared services for some conservancies.

DOCDM-273992 Page 10 of 12 The changes take effect from 30 June 2008 and make the role, functions and focus of the different parts of the organisation clearer to staff, stakeholders and clients.

(Louw Van Wyk, Margriet Theron’s husband, arrived at 3.39pm)

Minister of Conservation Visit to the 1 August 2008 Board Meeting Update from Mark Davies Mark advised that the Minister has confirmed her attendance at the Board’s August meeting and will attend from 11.00am to 1.00pm. Mark noted that highlights for the August meeting include the tabling of the final version of the BOP CMS and the change of Chairperson.

Conservation Awards for 2008 - Mark Davies Stephen and Laurence confirmed their availability to input into the evaluation process.

Action: Leilani to advise Stephen and Laurence of the meeting date to discuss the Conservation Awards.

7.0 CORRESPONDENCE

7.1 Inwards Correspondence

Action: Leilani to request from Katrina Edwards a copy of the powerpoint presentation on the status of long-finned eel and the impact of research on management decisions.

7.2 Outwards Correspondence: No comments from the Board.

Resolved: That inwards correspondence is received and the outwards correspondence is approved. Moved: Hera Smith Seconded: Margriet Theron Carried

8.0 CLOSING MATTERS

8.1 Date, location and venue of next meeting Laurence noted that Andy Bruere from Environment Bay of Plenty Regional Council will host a Board field trip to view the Ohau Channel Wall on Saturday 2 August.

Anthony closed the meeting with a karakia at 3.53pm.

Action List:

Item Who When Draft a letter from the Board to the NZCA proposing for the Anthony Olsen June/July next Maori Conservation Leadership Hui to be hosted by BOP Conservancy in September 2009 as part of the 25 year celebrations of the opening of the Whirinaki Forest Park. Draft a letter to Kerry Marshall as outgoing NZCA Chair. Laurence Tamati June/July Send Suzanne Williams a copy of the WEMZ report. Craig Summers June Add to the next meeting agenda an item on the Board’s role Leilani Fraser July in CMS assessment reporting and process.

DOCDM-273992 Page 11 of 12 Circulate the list of CMS submitters to the Board. Leilani Fraser ASAP Advise Neville Hunter that the Board requires more detail Mark Davies June regarding the significant ecological values, for future proposed land exchanges that come before the Board. Advise Taute that John, Suzanne and Stephen would like to Leilani Fraser ASAP attend the Pukenga Atawhai Wananga on 17-21 November 2008 at Maketu Marae, Kawhia. Personal submission on the Te Tapui Tokotoru Draft John Coster By 18 July Conservation Management Plan. 2008, 4.30pm. Draft a congratulatory letter to the JMC. Laurence Tamati June Advise Stephen and Laurence of the meeting date to discuss Leilani Fraser June the Conservation Awards. Request from Katrina Edwards a copy of the powerpoint Leilani Fraser ASAP presentation on the status of long-finned eel and the impact of research on management decisions.

Resolutions for Action:

Resolution That the Bay of Plenty Conservation Board agree that the land exchange of private land for conservation land adjoining Mangorewa Scenic Reserve at Lagoon Road, Kaharoa, should proceed. That the Bay of Plenty Conservation Board delegates Suzanne Williams to speak on its behalf at hearings of the NZ Coastal Policy Statement. That the Board approves of the advice provided by the Mining Subcommittee to the Department of Conservation regarding the Access Arrangement by Heritage Gold.

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