Opoutama update Sep 2013 ISSUE 2
Rustic in looks and idyllic individual private property in nature, it’s hard to connections. Campbell Street water main believe that Opoutama now Each property owner will be A brand new water main is being installed in Campbell plays host to a state-of-the presented with a suggested Street and will be topped off with a new footpath. Work on art of wastewater system. connection design and an this project is almost complete. Pool That’s because most of estimated cost to complete the system is now buried the work. Property owners Road dust update in the road verge, under will be asked to confirm An informal process seeking input from the community funding COUNCIL MEETINGS roads and even below the design and to provide about areas of dust nuisance has resulted in around 20 • 10 September 2013 culverts – poised to spark approval for Council submissions from around the district. Engineering staff • 22 October 2013 into life once private to apply for building will use this information, in conjunction with existing makes a (inaugural meeting) property connections are consent on their behalf. material, to prioritise a work schedule for dealing with dust • 12 November 2013 established. When building consent is nuisance. • 10 December 2013 The past few months have obtained, property owners splash • 11 February 2014 seen a flurry of activity will be asked to sign an • Cramped in the ramp ... parents, children and swimming instructors will no longer • 11 March 2014 as QRS staff work to Agreement to Connect. Licensed premises training have to jostle for space in the pool thanks to funding for a new pool. install the infrastructure, Once that is provided, Manager’s Certificates were gained by nine people at a As the little ones splash build a learn-to-swim pool $100,000 from the Williams COUNCIL FORUM the majority of which is Council will arrange for recent course conducted by Industry Training Solutions about and sing of ‘crabs at the Wairoa Community Trust. The funds will be used • 26 November 2013 comprised of gravity- a contractor to construct on behalf of Wairoa District Council. This qualification and seashells’, parents are Centre – the result of a for the pool, general upgrade • 25 February 2014 fed pipes leading to the private property is a must for anyone wanting to be a duty manager in a breathing a sigh of relief that detailed application from the work on the Community • 25 March 2014 licensed premises, including Clubs. For information on this the recommissioned connection. their tots will have a brand Wairoa District Council. Centre and a revamp of the MAORI STANDING certificate, or food safety courses, contact Victor Minter at wastewater treatment Opoutama property new pool to help them in This grant brings the skatepark at Alexandra Park. COMMITTEE Council on 838 7309 or [email protected]. plant within the Blue Bay owners should look out their journey to becoming total fund to $1.5 million, Now funding is secured, the • 27 September 2013 subdivision site. for an information pack confident swimmers. including contributions of next stage is to work with • 24 October 2013* Partially subsidised by the in the mail explaining the The Lottery Grants Board $500,000 each from Hawkes relevant parties to develop • 29 November 2013 Ministry of Health, the process. Any enquiries Pressing the Right Buttons recently announced a Bay Regional Council and designs for the pool and Working out what makes people tick contributes twice *Meeting held on a marae project’s next step is to should be directed to Site $400,000 contribution to Wairoa District Council, and skatepark. as much towards superior workplace performance as work through the process Engineer Jason Schirnack technical and analytical skills combined and can enhance to establish around 45 on 838 7309 or 0275077986. Meetings and Forums any kind of relationship - be it family or work-related. are held at the Queen This is the bold message behind ‘Pressing the Right Library layout receives makeover Street office council Buttons’ - a free presentation from award-winning speaker Streamlined service, efficient processing and Anyone interested in joining the library can chambers, and are open Allison Mooney, scheduled to take place at the Gaiety more room to maneuver were the key reasons do so for free. Visit www.wairoalibrary.co.nz to the public unless Theatre at 5.30pm on Thursday, September 5. Nibbles behind a front desk facelift at the Wairoa for more information about what the library otherwise specified. Staff profile will be provided and a cash bar is available at the evening Public Library. offers, or call in and chat to a staff member. function. Register interest by contacting Alex Powdrell or Visitors will have noticed the brand new The library also has a facebook page to keep Tania Mildon, Roz Thomas at the Wairoa District Council on 06 838 7309, administration area, which Library Manager everyone up to date with events and more. Telephonist/Receptionist email [email protected] or [email protected]. Sandra Hughes says is already receiving great Time on the job: nz, or text 021 856 800. 24 years feedback from members. What she does: Provides “Both our members and staff are finding the a friendly first point of Dog registration new layout much better. There is more room contact, receives and passes Don’t forget to pay your dog registration fee. More for processing books, more space for those on messages to appropriate information on what is required can be found at waiting in line and a much tidier look to the officers. Also maintains the www.wairoadc.govt.nz under ‘Services’, or give Council a area,” she said. Client Service Request system for customers who need call on 838 7309. The next step will be to review and reorganise assistance for anything from roaming dogs to leaking Wairoa District Council tobys, and everything else in between. other sections of the library, in keeping Queen St, Wairoa Favourite Wairoa activities: Taking time out with the moko, with the overall aim of providing a modern, [email protected] and enjoying the walkway and Community Centre. efficient service for members. www.wairoadc.govt.nz • Library staff enjoy the benefits of a new reception area (06) 838 7309
Wairoa District Council: Queen St, Wairoa • [email protected] • www.wairoadc.govt.nz • (06) 838 7309
Funding boost launches new project Selection time An ocean of discovery lies approaches, instructing TAKIWĀ MEETING DATES in wait for future members participants in the basics of Maori Standing of the marine research snorkeling. Mahia Mai Tawhiti (Tuahuru, Kaiuku, Te Rakato, Mahanga, team being put together by “This really is a good Ruawharo) - Meeting was held on August 25 YROA YNOT Youth Voice. opportunity to pick up Committee A $40,000 kick of Ministry some good skills. It requires Waikaremoana (Putere/Pareroa, Te Kuha, Waimako) - 10am of Youth Development commitment, for sure, but Hui are happening around the district in the build up to the on Saturday, September 7 @ Waimako Marae funding was confirmed the benefits of learning triennial candidate selection for the Wairoa District Council this month, some of which and giving something back Māori Standing Committee. Te Reinga (Erepeti, Te Reinga) - 10.30am on Sunday, will be used for the marine to the community will be By following the same process laid down in the last selection September 8 @Te Reinga Marae project. This will provide an worth it,” she said. process three years ago, hui are held amongst marae within opportunity to be a part of The MYD funding doesn’t eight areas, or takiwā, of the district. Pāhauwera (Waihua, Waipapa-a-Iwi, Te Huki, Mohaka A9 a team collecting valuable stop with the marine Kahungunu) - 10am on Sunday, September 15 @Waipapa-a- research information, research project. YROA The hui-a-takiwā will result in tangata whenua selecting their Iwi Marae (Agenda item with NPDTT AGM) learning a keté full of skills YNOT are also looking at own candidate for representation on the committee, which is along the way. agricultural/ horticultural • New YROA YNOT Youth Coordinator Sylvia McRoberts the only standing committee of Council. Wairoa Hōnengenenge (Tawhiti-a-Maru, Takitimu, Youth Co-ordinator Ali development programmes, series is also planned, with Māori Liaison Officer Duane Culshaw said all 35 marae of the Ruataniwha, Hinemihi, Hurumua) - 10am on Saturday, Maru said anyone with an making use of land leased the aim of developing ELECTIONS district had been informed of the process in writing, and should September 21 @Takitimu Marae interest in the sea could get from a family trust at skills in young people that also have been contacted by their current representative. in touch with her to be a Mahia. will enable them to take Candidates for 2013 Wairoa “The responsibility of choosing representation lies with Rakaipaaka (Manutai, Kahungunu, Kotahitanga, Tamakahu, part of the project, although ...... up supporting roles in the District Council elections: Te Rehu, Tanenuiarangi) - 5.30pm on Friday, September 27 water confidence was a each takiwā, as mandated in council’s Māori Policy. It is an community. Mayoral Candidates @Kahungunu Marae (Agenda item with TIORI AGM) must. “This a opportunity to review the current representation and ensure Winter days have been Derek Fox “We have instructors Craig Little interests and needs are being met,” he said. chance for no barrier to YROA Wairoa Hōpūpū (Rangiahua, Whetūmarama, Pūtahi, ready and waiting to teach YNOT activities. A group Les Probert Each of the eight takiwā candidates will be confirmed at a hui- youth to lead Arimawha, Pakowhai) - TBC, Tara Quenneville 838 8816 snorkeling skills and to recently travelled to Mount Te Hira Whati a-iwi involving all marae at 10am on Saturday, October 19 at manage the research side of an initiative” Ruapehu for a ski trip, and Councillor Candidates Takitimu Marae. A ninth member from the ‘open floor’ would Wairoa Matangirau (Whakaki, Iwitea, Kihitu, Taihoa, the project,” she said. ALLISON MARU work is continuing on the Mike Bird Whaakirangi) - Meeting was held on August 18 Counting and observing be selected at this meeting to complete the committee...... mentoring programme Benita Cairns sea life on the reefs For more information, contact Māori Liaison Officer Duane operating at Wairoa Denys Caves surrounding Mahia This project will involve Culshaw on 027326847, 838 7309 or [email protected]. College. Denise Eaglesome-Karekare Peninsula is one of the tasks skill development in Ali said it was a good time Dave Evans that will be undertaken by fencing and basic farming to remind families that Hine Flood the group, who will also be practices, along with mentoring is available to Jim Heron YOUR SPOT taught traditional practices waterway and coastline anyone who would like Chris Joblin TE REO of use and sustainability of protection, and utilisation Sent in by Frasertown School, this picture some one-on-one time with Min Johansen Whakataukī/ kaimoana. of natural resources. shows the newly-painted mural designed an approved adult. Margaret Kaimoana “In New Zealand we’re “We have been fortunate to represent the rich culture of the school Proverb “This programme is for Craig Little never far from the sea enough to be offered a large community. Creating the mural was a anyone who would benefit Gordon McIntyre Pihi kau ake te and all it offers. This is a area for use to develop this community-wide project involving various from having a good role Kelly Thurston organisations, with painting carried out by whakaaro pai, hauhake chance for youth to lead project. With the recent tonu iho model in their life.” Dean Whaanga local artist Craig Gemmell. an initiative to understand funding announcement, A good way to keep in and protect this important we can now proceed with When a good thought touch with YROA YNOT is Voting documents will be sent resource.” laying down some firm If you have a photo or artwork that reflects springs up, it is the website, www.yroaynot. out on September 20. New YROA YNOT Youth plans and gauging how the Wairoa community, we’d love to print it. harvested co.nz, call in to the office Postal ballot papers must be Co-ordinator and keen diver much interest there is in on the corner of Queen and returned by Saturday, October Email [email protected] or post to Wairoa District Council Sylvia McRoberts is looking taking up this opportunity,” Achilles Streets, or email 12 at 12 noon. PO Box 54, Wairoa 4160 Results will be declared on supports the goal of becoming forward to getting involved Ali said. [email protected] or an official bi-lingual district by in the project as summer A leadership wananga October 17. 2040. [email protected].
Wairoa District Council: Queen St, Wairoa • [email protected] • www.wairoadc.govt.nz • (06) 838 7309
Funding boost launches new project Selection time An ocean of discovery lies approaches, instructing TAKIWĀ MEETING DATES in wait for future members participants in the basics of Maori Standing of the marine research snorkeling. Mahia Mai Tawhiti (Tuahuru, Kaiuku, Te Rakato, Mahanga, team being put together by “This really is a good Ruawharo) - Meeting was held on August 25 YROA YNOT Youth Voice. opportunity to pick up Committee A $40,000 kick of Ministry some good skills. It requires Waikaremoana (Putere/Pareroa, Te Kuha, Waimako) - 10am of Youth Development commitment, for sure, but Hui are happening around the district in the build up to the on Saturday, September 7 @ Waimako Marae funding was confirmed the benefits of learning triennial candidate selection for the Wairoa District Council this month, some of which and giving something back Māori Standing Committee. Te Reinga (Erepeti, Te Reinga) - 10.30am on Sunday, will be used for the marine to the community will be By following the same process laid down in the last selection September 8 @Te Reinga Marae project. This will provide an worth it,” she said. process three years ago, hui are held amongst marae within opportunity to be a part of The MYD funding doesn’t eight areas, or takiwā, of the district. Pāhauwera (Waihua, Waipapa-a-Iwi, Te Huki, Mohaka A9 a team collecting valuable stop with the marine Kahungunu) - 10am on Sunday, September 15 @Waipapa-a- research information, research project. YROA The hui-a-takiwā will result in tangata whenua selecting their Iwi Marae (Agenda item with NPDTT AGM) learning a keté full of skills YNOT are also looking at own candidate for representation on the committee, which is along the way. agricultural/ horticultural • New YROA YNOT Youth Coordinator Sylvia McRoberts the only standing committee of Council. Wairoa Hōnengenenge (Tawhiti-a-Maru, Takitimu, Youth Co-ordinator Ali development programmes, series is also planned, with Māori Liaison Officer Duane Culshaw said all 35 marae of the Ruataniwha, Hinemihi, Hurumua) - 10am on Saturday, Maru said anyone with an making use of land leased the aim of developing ELECTIONS district had been informed of the process in writing, and should September 21 @Takitimu Marae interest in the sea could get from a family trust at skills in young people that also have been contacted by their current representative. in touch with her to be a Mahia. will enable them to take Candidates for 2013 Wairoa “The responsibility of choosing representation lies with Rakaipaaka (Manutai, Kahungunu, Kotahitanga, Tamakahu, part of the project, although ...... up supporting roles in the District Council elections: Te Rehu, Tanenuiarangi) - 5.30pm on Friday, September 27 water confidence was a each takiwā, as mandated in council’s Māori Policy. It is an community. Mayoral Candidates @Kahungunu Marae (Agenda item with TIORI AGM) must. “This a opportunity to review the current representation and ensure Winter days have been Derek Fox “We have instructors Craig Little interests and needs are being met,” he said. chance for no barrier to YROA Wairoa Hōpūpū (Rangiahua, Whetūmarama, Pūtahi, ready and waiting to teach YNOT activities. A group Les Probert Each of the eight takiwā candidates will be confirmed at a hui- youth to lead Arimawha, Pakowhai) - TBC, Tara Quenneville 838 8816 snorkeling skills and to recently travelled to Mount Te Hira Whati a-iwi involving all marae at 10am on Saturday, October 19 at manage the research side of an initiative” Ruapehu for a ski trip, and Councillor Candidates Takitimu Marae. A ninth member from the ‘open floor’ would Wairoa Matangirau (Whakaki, Iwitea, Kihitu, Taihoa, the project,” she said. ALLISON MARU work is continuing on the Mike Bird Whaakirangi) - Meeting was held on August 18 Counting and observing be selected at this meeting to complete the committee...... mentoring programme Benita Cairns sea life on the reefs For more information, contact Māori Liaison Officer Duane operating at Wairoa Denys Caves surrounding Mahia This project will involve Culshaw on 027326847, 838 7309 or [email protected]. College. Denise Eaglesome-Karekare Peninsula is one of the tasks skill development in Ali said it was a good time Dave Evans that will be undertaken by fencing and basic farming to remind families that Hine Flood the group, who will also be practices, along with mentoring is available to Jim Heron YOUR SPOT taught traditional practices waterway and coastline anyone who would like Chris Joblin TE REO of use and sustainability of protection, and utilisation Sent in by Frasertown School, this picture some one-on-one time with Min Johansen Whakataukī/ kaimoana. of natural resources. shows the newly-painted mural designed an approved adult. Margaret Kaimoana “In New Zealand we’re “We have been fortunate to represent the rich culture of the school Proverb “This programme is for Craig Little never far from the sea enough to be offered a large community. Creating the mural was a anyone who would benefit Gordon McIntyre Pihi kau ake te and all it offers. This is a area for use to develop this community-wide project involving various from having a good role Kelly Thurston organisations, with painting carried out by whakaaro pai, hauhake chance for youth to lead project. With the recent tonu iho model in their life.” Dean Whaanga local artist Craig Gemmell. an initiative to understand funding announcement, A good way to keep in and protect this important we can now proceed with When a good thought touch with YROA YNOT is Voting documents will be sent resource.” laying down some firm If you have a photo or artwork that reflects springs up, it is the website, www.yroaynot. out on September 20. New YROA YNOT Youth plans and gauging how the Wairoa community, we’d love to print it. harvested co.nz, call in to the office Postal ballot papers must be Co-ordinator and keen diver much interest there is in on the corner of Queen and returned by Saturday, October Email [email protected] or post to Wairoa District Council Sylvia McRoberts is looking taking up this opportunity,” Achilles Streets, or email 12 at 12 noon. PO Box 54, Wairoa 4160 Results will be declared on supports the goal of becoming forward to getting involved Ali said. [email protected] or an official bi-lingual district by in the project as summer A leadership wananga October 17. 2040. [email protected].
Wairoa District Council: Queen St, Wairoa • [email protected] • www.wairoadc.govt.nz • (06) 838 7309
Opoutama update Sep 2013 ISSUE 2
Rustic in looks and idyllic individual private property in nature, it’s hard to connections. Campbell Street water main believe that Opoutama now Each property owner will be A brand new water main is being installed in Campbell plays host to a state-of-the presented with a suggested Street and will be topped off with a new footpath. Work on art of wastewater system. connection design and an this project is almost complete. Pool That’s because most of estimated cost to complete the system is now buried the work. Property owners Road dust update in the road verge, under will be asked to confirm An informal process seeking input from the community funding COUNCIL MEETINGS roads and even below the design and to provide about areas of dust nuisance has resulted in around 20 • 10 September 2013 culverts – poised to spark approval for Council submissions from around the district. Engineering staff • 22 October 2013 into life once private to apply for building will use this information, in conjunction with existing makes a (inaugural meeting) property connections are consent on their behalf. material, to prioritise a work schedule for dealing with dust • 12 November 2013 established. When building consent is nuisance. • 10 December 2013 The past few months have obtained, property owners splash • 11 February 2014 seen a flurry of activity will be asked to sign an • Cramped in the ramp ... parents, children and swimming instructors will no longer • 11 March 2014 as QRS staff work to Agreement to Connect. Licensed premises training have to jostle for space in the pool thanks to funding for a new pool. install the infrastructure, Once that is provided, Manager’s Certificates were gained by nine people at a As the little ones splash build a learn-to-swim pool $100,000 from the Williams COUNCIL FORUM the majority of which is Council will arrange for recent course conducted by Industry Training Solutions about and sing of ‘crabs at the Wairoa Community Trust. The funds will be used • 26 November 2013 comprised of gravity- a contractor to construct on behalf of Wairoa District Council. This qualification and seashells’, parents are Centre – the result of a for the pool, general upgrade • 25 February 2014 fed pipes leading to the private property is a must for anyone wanting to be a duty manager in a breathing a sigh of relief that detailed application from the work on the Community • 25 March 2014 licensed premises, including Clubs. For information on this the recommissioned connection. their tots will have a brand Wairoa District Council. Centre and a revamp of the MAORI STANDING certificate, or food safety courses, contact Victor Minter at wastewater treatment Opoutama property new pool to help them in This grant brings the skatepark at Alexandra Park. COMMITTEE Council on 838 7309 or [email protected]. plant within the Blue Bay owners should look out their journey to becoming total fund to $1.5 million, Now funding is secured, the • 27 September 2013 subdivision site. for an information pack confident swimmers. including contributions of next stage is to work with • 24 October 2013* Partially subsidised by the in the mail explaining the The Lottery Grants Board $500,000 each from Hawkes relevant parties to develop • 29 November 2013 Ministry of Health, the process. Any enquiries Pressing the Right Buttons recently announced a Bay Regional Council and designs for the pool and Working out what makes people tick contributes twice *Meeting held on a marae project’s next step is to should be directed to Site $400,000 contribution to Wairoa District Council, and skatepark. as much towards superior workplace performance as work through the process Engineer Jason Schirnack technical and analytical skills combined and can enhance to establish around 45 on 838 7309 or 0275077986. Meetings and Forums any kind of relationship - be it family or work-related. are held at the Queen This is the bold message behind ‘Pressing the Right Library layout receives makeover Street office council Buttons’ - a free presentation from award-winning speaker Streamlined service, efficient processing and Anyone interested in joining the library can chambers, and are open Allison Mooney, scheduled to take place at the Gaiety more room to maneuver were the key reasons do so for free. Visit www.wairoalibrary.co.nz to the public unless Theatre at 5.30pm on Thursday, September 5. Nibbles behind a front desk facelift at the Wairoa for more information about what the library otherwise specified. Staff profile will be provided and a cash bar is available at the evening Public Library. offers, or call in and chat to a staff member. function. Register interest by contacting Alex Powdrell or Visitors will have noticed the brand new The library also has a facebook page to keep Tania Mildon, Roz Thomas at the Wairoa District Council on 06 838 7309, administration area, which Library Manager everyone up to date with events and more. Telephonist/Receptionist email [email protected] or [email protected]. Sandra Hughes says is already receiving great Time on the job: nz, or text 021 856 800. 24 years feedback from members. What she does: Provides “Both our members and staff are finding the a friendly first point of Dog registration new layout much better. There is more room contact, receives and passes Don’t forget to pay your dog registration fee. More for processing books, more space for those on messages to appropriate information on what is required can be found at waiting in line and a much tidier look to the officers. Also maintains the www.wairoadc.govt.nz under ‘Services’, or give Council a area,” she said. Client Service Request system for customers who need call on 838 7309. The next step will be to review and reorganise assistance for anything from roaming dogs to leaking Wairoa District Council tobys, and everything else in between. other sections of the library, in keeping Queen St, Wairoa Favourite Wairoa activities: Taking time out with the moko, with the overall aim of providing a modern, [email protected] and enjoying the walkway and Community Centre. efficient service for members. www.wairoadc.govt.nz • Library staff enjoy the benefits of a new reception area (06) 838 7309
Wairoa District Council: Queen St, Wairoa • [email protected] • www.wairoadc.govt.nz • (06) 838 7309