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PAGE 2 SAFE AND SOUND: Award for the People’s Project

OPTIONS EXPLORED: The Council has asked staff to look at how Founders Theatre could be modified for an alternative use, or what it would cost to demolish the facility

PAGE 3 Next step in Founders process FRESH AND FRUITY: Farmers Market moves to A Momentum Foundation offer to design and The foundation’s offer requires the Council to ‘done deal’. There’s a lot of discussion to take Claudelands build a new theatre will be further explored. contribute $30 million to a new facility. place yet. This is the first step.”

The Council will progress discussions with “The Momentum Foundation proposal moves Because of the significance of a new theatre Momentum Foundation, which has signalled it the project forward significantly – both in project - if pursued - and the impact on the is keen to be the key partner in the development terms of opportunities and timeframe,” says Council’s existing financial plan, the Council of a new theatre for the city. Mr Murray. would need to undertake a special consultation process. Founders Theatre has been closed since March “It’s sent a clear signal to the community and due to safety concerns relating to its flying other stakeholders that we’re serious about Staff will be required to report back to the system. A subsequent independent engineer’s this and we want to examine how we can work new Council in February with a Heads of report also confirmed existing concerns over with other organisations to get a good outcome Agreement which will outline the terms under the theatre building’s performance in the event for the city, but at the same time be ‘eyes wide which staff and Momentum Foundation will of an earthquake. open’ to the cost implications. work together.

H3 Executive Director Sean Murray says staff “The Council believes the community and H3 staff will bring a report to the Council’s will progress discussions with Momentum other regional stakeholders have a vital September meeting outlining options for Foundation around the opportunity to build a role to play.” the future of the existing Founders Theatre, new theatre. specifically on whether it can be modified The Council has committed $100,000 to for an alternative use, and what the costs During the recent submissions process creating a concept design, masterplan and related to a full demolition would be. relating to Founders Theatre, the Momentum business case for a new-build theatre. This PAGE 5 hamilton.govt.nz/founders Foundation said it believed it could raise $25 does not guarantee a new theatre, he says: ON THE BALL: Rugby league million toward a “new build” theatre. “It’s important people don’t perceive this as a set for the limelight

1 hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton citynews Safety plan an award-winner A multi-agency approach to address concerns It also contributed to a 32.5 per cent about behaviour in central Hamilton has reduction in reported crime in the central city. claimed a major local government sector award. The awards judges described the Central City Safety Plan as “a well-planned and The Council’s Central City Safety Plan executed initiative which has addressed won the Fulton Hogan Excellence Award a complex issue, affecting all large urban for Community Engagement at the Local centres, with positive results.” Government Excellence Awards held in recently. Deanne McManus-Emery, the Council’s The Council received Highly Commended Community Development and Leisure awards for two other projects: transforming Manager, says the award recognised extensive work and effort from the COLLABORATION THE KEY: Deanne McManus Emery, the Council’s Community Development and Leisure Manager, an old landfill site into the international and Julie Nelson, from the Wise Group and the People’s Project award-winning Hamilton Gardens, and Council staff and the organisations Executive and People’s Project lead Julie the general public. For the People’s Project, developing a floating pumping platform on involved. Nelson is delighted with the win. this award is a win for those people who no the Waikato River to maintain water supply longer live on the streets and who now have to the city when river levels are low. “I’m very proud of what has been achieved in addressing a challenging issue. We “This award is a credit to Hamilton City warm, safe homes.” For the safety plan, a two-pronged partnership worked closely with several organisations Council and its leadership. The approach approach was implemented to encourage to create and deliver this plan, so we’re taken and the significant transformation For more on the Central City Safety Plan, acceptable behaviour in our public spaces, sharing the kudos with them.” that we’ve seen in the central city is a win see page 7. for everyone who has been involved in and provide help to the homeless resulting hamilton.govt.nz/safetyplan in 211 people being housed and receiving Among the agencies the Council worked the Central City Safety Plan including the ongoing support. with was the Wise Group, and Joint Chief business sector, community agencies and Market makes move to Claudelands

The Waikato Farmers Market is set to take up residence at Claudelands.

Launched 10 years ago, the market has become increasingly popular. Jono Walker, Waikato Farmers Market Chairman, says organisers had been eyeing Claudelands as a preferred venue for some time.

“We’d always wanted to go to Claudelands Artist’s impression – and we’re delighted that we can,” Mr ON TRACK: The Western Rail Trail contract has been awarded to HEB Construction Walker says. “It’s a covered venue, right in the middle of our customer pool.” Contract approved Stall holders have been very positive about the shift and are pleased to be closer to the central city: “Everyone’s delighted,” Mr for Western Rail Trail Walker says. SO FRESH: Fruit and vegetables are among the staple Another milestone has been reached for one some of the more than 1600 students who live offerings at the Waikato Farmers Market, which moves Mr Walker says the number of stall to Claudelands this month of the flagship projects of the 30-year within 500 metres of the route,” he says. holders fluctuates between 35 and 55, Hamilton Biking Plan, with the awarding depending on the time of year and the H3 Executive Director Sean Murray says the of the contract for the Western Rail Trail. The path includes signalised crossings as volume of product available. relocation of the market to Claudelands reflects it crosses four main roads - Killarney Rd - the multi-purpose nature of the facility. The 2.7km shared path will follow the Fraser St, Lake Rd and Seddon Rd – and For market organisers, a covered venue railway through Frankton and connect connects with the wider transport network and access to parking are key features “We’re really pleased to be hosting the Hamilton’s south-western suburbs to the via Islington St, Moana St and Hastings Pl. of the Claudelands site and are also likely Waikato Farmers Market at Claudelands. Our central city. Work should get underway to be an important factor for customers facility meets their needs and their theme - this month, with the path expected to be “With a rail history theme and signage – many of who purchase a considerable with the shelter and mature trees around the open in early 2017. exploring Frankton’s Maori heritage, amount of goods. The market’s vendors site – and their move to Claudelands is a vote landscaping, lighting along the trail and sell a range of items, seasonal vegetables of confidence in the versatility of the place.” “When the Western Rail Trail opens it will drinking fountains, rubbish bins, bike fix-it and fruit, meat, fish, milk, bread and be a great addition to our city’s biking stations, seating and tables, the Western pastries and ready-to-eat food products. The Waikato Farmers Market will be held network, and is one of the milestone projects Rail Trail will be a great new asset for the in The Barn at Claudelands, with the best of our Biking Plan,” says the Council’s community,” Mr Harrison says. Mr Walker says the shift to Claudelands entry for customers via Brooklyn Road. Transportation Unit Manager Jason Harrison. allows for an anticipated expansion of the The Council awarded the $4.2 million project The market is held every Sunday from 8am market. “We’d like to get up to about 70 to build the trail to HEB Construction. to noon. “We expect the trail to have around 300 users vendors at that site, with Waikato-grown a day, not just commuters and visitors, but also hamilton.govt.nz/bikingplan food.” waikatofarmersmarkets.co.nz

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FUTURE EXTENSION TO PEACOCKE→ ←WAIRERE DRIVE

COBHAM DRIVE

READY FOR GROWTH: Concept designs for the overbridge which will connect Wairere Dr and Cobham Dr, and will later connect to the Southern Links roading network via a new bridge over the Waikato River Hamilton’s growth fast- tracks new intersection The Council is bringing forward plans for a road “A few years ago it was decided to build a bridge over Cobham Drive which is also planned roundabout as an interim step - before the overbridge to serve as a key part of Southern Links, the future - to keep costs down. But with the rapid growth roading network to the south of the city. Hamilton is experiencing it makes sense now to consider the long-term solution,” Mr Allen says. The decision will lead to several outcomes:

• The previously-planned roundabout connecting “Designations for the Southern Links project itself Wairere Drive and Cobham Drive will be replaced have been completed already, so Hamilton is in by the bridge an ideal position to work with the NZ Transport Agency and other partners as we provide for • A proposed separate cycle and pedestrian bridge further development and growth south of the city.” across Cobham Drive will not be needed • The new bridge will have walking and biking Council staff will now start initial planning, facilities investigation and concept design work for the new intersection in preparation for the 2018-28 • The bridge will provide an effective link between Wairere Drive and Cobham Drive 10-Year Plan. • The bridge will connect to the future Southern There are a number of land procurement, Links roading project in the Peacocke area, via a consenting, design and funding elements needed future new bridge across the Waikato River. to build the new intersection, so the earliest projected date for completion is the 2019/20 The Council’s City Infrastructure General Manager construction season. Chris Allen says the decision fits with the transport plan for Hamilton. hamilton.govt.nz/ringroad YOU HAVE Chance to stand for Council Thinking about standing for the Council in this “As an elected member you will be responsible THE POWER. year’s local body elections? There’s still time to for making decisions that have a direct impact on submit your application with nominations open the well-being of your community.” until noon on Friday 12 August. USE IT. People interested in standing for election to It’s an exciting time to be part of local government Hamilton City Council are invited to attend the We are searching for the best people to shape our city. and this is a great opportunity to see the community upcoming candidate information meeting on Our Mayor and Councillors need vision and commitment progress from your dedication, Electoral Officer Thursday 4 August 2016 at 6pm, in Hamilton to help them make our community a better place to live. Dale Ofsoske says. City Council’s Municipal Building, Civic Square. People interested in standing for election to Hamilton City Council are invited “A democracy only succeeds if people, who care The candidate information meeting provides an to attend a candidate information meeting: for the community, are prepared to give it a go, do opportunity for people to learn more about how their bit and have a say,” Mr Ofsoske says. When: Thursday 4 August 2016 the Council is structured, the skills, roles and Time: 6pm “Successful candidates are those who take the responsibilities required of elected members, Where: Hamilton City Council, Municipal Building, Civic Square, Hamilton and official matters relating to the elections. time to listen to their community, engage with hamilton.govt.nz/elections people and go on to champion their voice as their You can make things happen in your community Make things happen in your representative within the community, whether it’s by standing for the Council in the 2016 elections. in accessibility, environmental protection, finance community. Stand for Council or arts and entertainment,” Ofsoske says. hamilton.govt.nz/elections

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Safer crossings North City Rd for school kids Hector Dr Hamilton Students at three more Hamilton schools “These crossings are expensive to install, Christian School will soon have safer access to their school and we focus on areas where there are Borman Rd as work begins this month on new existing Kea Crossings, and where traffic Borman Rd Moonlight pedestrian crossings on Borman Rd. volumes make it hard for the school patrols Drive Reserve to safely stop the traffic.” Moonlight Dr Traffic lights will also be installed at the Moonlight Dr and North City Rd “Over the past few years we have also intersections. introduced 40km/h safe speed zones or variable speed signs near the majority of When the work is complete the existing our city’s schools. signalised crossing east of Moonlight Dr, Wentworth Dr and Kea Crossings in the area, will be “We have appointed a Primary School removed. The Kea Crossings are those Active Transport Coordinator who works operated by the school patrol. directly with primary schools and SAFE AND SOUND: New pedestrian crossings will give school children safer access to their schools preschools to explore options and plan The new signals will be used primarily by and promote kids walking and cycling to students at Rototuna Junior High School, school,” says Mr Harrison. Hamilton Christian School and Te Totara Primary School. The project includes “Other initiatives include supporting building a new entrance for Hamilton Walking School Bus projects, educational Christian School onto Borman Rd to campaigns around signalised crossings, improve traffic safety in the area. installing new shared paths, and identifying “As part of our drive for improved road walking or cycling options in all new or safety for schoolchildren we have already upgraded roads and footpaths.” installed 19 signalised pedestrian crossings hamilton.govt.nz/transport near schools in the city,” says City Transport Manager Jason Harrison.

INNOVATIVE ENGINEER: Kirsty Horridge, from the Council’s City Transport Unit, with Minister of Transport Simon Bridges, who presented her with the Golden Foot Award for her “Kirsty Kerbs” project ‘Kirsty Kerbs’ prove to be a cracking good idea

A special kerb design for the city’s bus stops was to prevent damage to bus wheels,” Artist’s impression has earned Transport Network Engineer Miss Horridge says. GLIMPSE OF THE FUTURE: An avenue of Cherry trees will line the southern end of Grey St to help create a sense Kirsty Horridge an industry award. of arrival in Hamilton East and a connection between the neighbourhood and Hamilton Gardens There are around 55 of these kerbs in the Nicknamed “Kirsty Kerbs”, Miss Horridge’s city so far, and the Council plans to build design claimed the Golden Foot Award around 15 more each year. at the 2 Walk and Cycle Conference in Plan for Hamilton East “We aim to build them in areas where they last month. Technically termed “High Kerbs”, the height and design of the are most-needed, such as near shopping open for feedback kerbs means the wheelchair ramp from centres. the bus is an easy angle for people to use. The awards celebrate and recognise A new playground, improved river access location makes it a popular and much-loved New Zealand achievements for walkers, This makes it easier for people with a and an avenue of Cherry trees are among the suburb with close connections to the river, by acknowledging innovative new variety of accessibility needs to use the projects outlined in the draft Hamilton East central city and Hamilton Gardens,” he says. pedestrian facilities, highlighting national city’s bus services, and get around the Neighbourhood Plan. best practice, and rewarding ongoing The draft plan is a key project identified in city more easily. It’s a design based on a commitment to walking. The draft plan has been unveiled and aims to the Hamilton Plan to highlight the city’s European model, but has been adapted refresh and enhance the popular and attractive distinctive suburban villages and guide to suit Hamilton’s bus service and local The Hamilton project was nominated for character suburb, and embrace its history. future developments. conditions. The first kerb using the new an award by a Dunedin bus users support design was installed in 2013, but different group, with support from CCS Disability The Council’s Strategy and Communication Feedback on the draft plan is open until versions have been trialled in the city Action. General Manager Sean Hickey says the plan Thursday 11 August and can be submitted since 2011. will provide direction for future development online or by filling out a hard copy at Gerri Pomeroy of CCS Disability Action of the unique neighbourhood. the Council’s Municipal Building or any “Throughout the design process, we spoke praised the initiative: “For us, the kerbs are Hamilton City Library. with representatives from our city’s great – they make the slope of the ramp “It’s great to see the development of this plan disability sector to see what works best shallower, and so people with mobility which provides a clear vision to refresh and hamilton.govt.nz/hamiltoneast for them. We’ve also worked with Waikato issues can easily and independently get enhance the character and features of our Regional Council and bus operators, as on the bus. This is a great innovation oldest suburb. Hamilton East’s central part of the change in height of the kerb from the Council.”

4 hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton citynews League’s time in the limelight Anaru Paul believes will be full when the Rugby League World Cup comes to Hamilton next year.

The city hosts two pool matches during the 2017 tournament: Tonga vs Samoa on 4 November, and New Zealand vs Tonga on 11 November.

“I think there will be a big turn-out from people in general – not just from people involved in league,” says Mr Paul, manager of the Hamilton City Tigers in the regional Waikato Rugby League competition and a local league stalwart for more than 25 years.

Having the New Zealand Kiwis in town will increase interest in the games and “pack the stadium out, and look good for local league,” he says.

The Tonga vs Samoa clash is likely to see an influx of fans from Auckland, and Mr Paul says they’ll bring a lot of enthusiasm ON THE BALL: Anaru Paul, manager of Hamilton City Tigers in the local rugby league competition, says having Rugby League World Cup 2017 matches in Hamilton will be a to the game. major boost for the sport “We always expected something to come Sean Murray, Executive Director of H3, another one is fantastic for the city and “I think it will light up the place, those two along because it’s a brilliant stadium.” says the allocation of games to Hamilton sports fans.” countries – I expect a lot of Tongans and reinforces the quality of the city’s Samoans there,” he says. The matches will give young league facilities and the “can do” attitude of the Tickets will go on sale in October and players a glimpse of their possible futures staff and stakeholders who help deliver fans can sign up at the official Rugby Since the stadium refurbishment was in the sport. the matches. League World Cup 2017 website. completed in 2002, Mr Paul says the local league community has waited for a major “In Waikato league, we have a lot of “We’re fortunate to have some really www.rlwc2017.com international match to be scheduled in young talent – this will expose them to experienced and passionate people the city. those pathways.” involved in these world cups, and to secure

Mooloos buzzing ahead of M10 Cup Follow us on social media A host of player signings has coincided You can keep in touch with the with the 2,000th season member joining the Council’s business from your Waikato rugby family ahead of the 2016 smartphone, computer or other Mitre 10 Cup season. digital device.

The Waikato season is already underway The organisation and several of with the first defence its facilities have a range of social successfully negotiated – an 83-13 win over media channels for sharing Thames Valley in Paeroa – and preparations information, images and videos. are beginning to ramp up with the Mitre 10 You can also engage with Council Cup now just over a month away. and our facilities directly through these channels. The provincial team has a series of important matches scheduled for FMG Hamilton City Council Stadium Waikato, the Waikato Rugby Hamilton Gardens Union’s traditional home ground. Hamilton Pools FMG Stadium Waikato And with the season opener fast Waikato Museum approaching, Waikato can confirm a few Arts Post key members of their 2016 squad including Claudelands , Rugby World Cup 2011 Hamilton Zoo winner , Sam Christie BIG BOPPER: is a key signing for Waikato, and will feature at FMG Stadium Waikato Picture: Kevin Booth, Hamilton City Libraries Sportpix and . Hamilton NZ with the province for another two years, gaining momentum with these key player Hamilton Adopt a Dog Boss and Christie return to the Waikato meaning they will be in red, yellow and signings and now with more than 2000 National Contemporary Art Award side after stints in Europe, Donald is back black until at least the end of 2018. season members there is a buzz around again after an injury plagued provincial FMG Stadium Waikato and we can’t wait Hamilton City Council rugby comeback in 2015, and Halaholo “We are thrilled to secure Damian, Atu and for the Mitre 10 Cup to get underway.” Hamilton NZ has signed from Southland. James for the next couple of years. They Hamilton City Libraries are all fantastic young men that have come Waikato’s schedule: Waikato Museum Waikato head coach Sean Botherway says: through our development system since v North Harbour - Saturday 27 Aug, 2.35pm Hamilton Zoo “The experience of these four will joining us out of high school and we are v Manawatu - Sunday 4 Sep, 4.35pm complement the young players in our starting to see their talent come to fruition,” v Taranaki - Sunday 18 Sep, 4.35pm Hamilton Gardens squad nicely and they will be a huge boost Botherway says. to our 2016 campaign.” v Canterbury - Wednesday 28 Sep, 7.35pm WRU Commercial and Marketing Manager v Hawke’s Bay - Saturday 8 Oct, 7.35pm Hamilton City Council Key youngsters Damian McKenzie, Atu David Fox says, “This is a hugely exciting Hamilton Zoo mooloo.co.nz Moli and James Tucker have also signed time for the Waikato . We are

hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton 5 citynews Hamilton’s historic images more accessible Historic images of the city are now more “For example, you might start searching accessible through a new online portal offered for material on Hamilton Borough, and by Hamilton City Libraries. previously you would have been limited to those specific images – now users will find The Hamilton Collections tool, available far more click-through links to connected through the Hamilton City Libraries images from the same time period.” website, makes use of a new online system BAKE SALE: Findlay’s Bakery, on Collingwood Street, in the 1920s – one of the images available from the Hamilton – Recollect – which will enhance the “It’s a lot more user-friendly, and much Collections service provided by Hamilton City Libraries search experience for customers looking easier for customers to find items relating means a wider range of materials are Heritage Collections also reflects an aspect to find material from the libraries’ heritage to their searches.” available to customers. of the Hamilton City Libraries Strategic collection. The libraries’ heritage collections consist Plan – more of the libraries service’s Recollect is structured like an internet of a huge range of photographs, business material available in electronic format to Heritage Team Librarian Susy Thomas says search engine, which means a customer’s advertising, archives, manuscripts, maps, customers. the new tool will be rolled out this month, keyword search brings up a far better and oral history interviews, as well as and means customers will have an improved range of results than the old Content books, magazines and newspapers. Demonstrations will be held on Level 3 experience as they search for historic material. DM system. of the Central Library at 12:20pm on 16, 17 and 18 August. “One of the main advantages of Recollect is Heritage Collections will go live A single picture will now have more search that we can create connections between the with about 1000 of those items. The terms assigned to it, meaning it will appear hamiltonlibraries.co.nz materials we have available,” she says. introduction of the new system also in more searches. Bylaw protects the environment A new bylaw protects the environment, Trade waste includes chemicals, oils or public health and the city’s wastewater greases and other potential contaminants assets. which can be produced through industrial or commercial processes. The city’s new trade waste bylaw has been approved by the Council and takes “If it enters the wastewater system it could effect from 15 August. adversely affect the environment or public health, and cause issues with the city’s The Trade Waste and Wastewater Bylaw wastewater treatment network,” says City 2016 replaced the previous bylaw, from Waters Manager Maire Porter. 2006. The new bylaw was put out for public engagement in February, and had Hamilton’s wastewater is treated and then some minor amendments made after TAKING A LOOK: Waikato Museum recorded its second-highest visitor total for the last 10 years discharged into the Waikato River, so it is feedback from the community. important to manage any waste which has the potential to enter the network. The new bylaw sets out what is and is not allowed into the city’s wastewater The new bylaw will not change the Museum exceeds system, and clarifies everyone’s Council’s fees and charges, as these are responsibilities in using it. It provides set separately. clear direction to trade waste consent visitor target holders and tankered-waste operators hamilton.govt.nz/tradewastebylaw on how they will need to manage any Waikato Museum attracted 138,067 customer experience through everything discharges into the system. visitors in the past year, exceeding its we do,” she says. annual target by 20,067 (17 per cent) and welcoming 27,865 more visitors than the The Waikato Museum’s Strategic Plan UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS identifies goals and outcomes for Waikato previous year. District Licensing Committee Council meetings are open to the public. Museum to deliver the best museum Wednesday, 17 August, 12.30pm. Waikato Museum director Cherie experience for visitors, interact more Full Council meetings, Finance Committee Meecham says this is the second highest with its community and connect to the Finance Committee meetings and Strategy and Policy visitor number total for the museum in Waikato River. Thursday, 18 August, 1.30pm. Committee meetings are live streamed the past 10 years, and the result of a on the Council website. museum-wide drive to increase experience Education numbers are also up at External Funding Subcommittee and engagement with the community. Waikato Museum. In the past 12 months Tuesday, 23 August, 2.30pm. hamilton.govt.nz/meetings the museum’s educators welcomed hamilton.govt.nz/webcam “I believe this achievement is the result 10,193 students compared to 5,547 the Council of a cohesive drive to better understand, previous year. Thursday, 25 August, 1.30pm. communicate with and engage our visitors waikatomuseum.co.nz. Strategy and Policy Committee through a lively calendar of exhibitions Tuesday, 30 August, 1.30pm. and events, underpinned by great

6 hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton citynews Next steps for city’s new reservoir project A major step in Hamilton’s Rototuna network. Work started on the pipeline at Reservoir project got underway last month as the reservoir site in July and this stage of work began to connect new water mains to the project is expected to be completed in the city’s network. September.

The $10.5 million contract for the new Water will be pumped into the new pipes reservoir, to be built in Kay Rd, was from the existing supply network, and the awarded earlier this year, and part of the entire bulk main network will be connected overall project is the installation of twin to the reservoir itself when it is built in 2017. pipes to connect the reservoir to the existing network when it is built. Last year the area was readied for the reservoir, with 30,000 cubic metres of rock The pipes carry water in bulk to and from the piled on the site to compress the ground reservoir – hence the term bulk watermains. ahead of construction and prepare for the DIG THIS: Contracts Manager Dave Heatley at the bulk watermains project which will connect to the Rototuna Reservoir They then connect to smaller pipes which weight of the reservoir and up to 24 million will service streets, and even smaller pipes litres of water. need to ensure the reservoir project is in “The reservoir will help with supply and which connect the network to individual place to meet this growth, and to meet the pressure in the north of Hamilton; and give homes. The bulk watermain project is valued City Infrastructure General Manager Chris requirements we have for storage and fire- us added storage for the entire city and supply at around $7.7m and has seen 3.5km of new Allen says the reservoir – the largest in the fighting ability,” Mr Allen says. options throughout our network,” Mr Allen pipes installed along Resolution Dr to the city – is an essential part of the city’s strategic says. Kay Rd reservoir site. water planning. “Currently 90 per cent of our city’s stored water supply is on the western side of the hamilton.govt.nz/water Now those pipes are being connected to, and “This is a vital part of our infrastructure to Waikato River, so we rely on strategic pipes in some cases replacing, the existing water support our rapidly-growing city, and we crossing the river if there’s an emergency.

IN BRIEF Animal Education and Control activities A summary of Animal Education and Control’s activities for the 2014/15 financial year has been published on the Council’s website. The summary, also known as a 10A Report, lists the number of service requests received, complaints and other key information required by the Dog Control Act. hamilton.govt.nz/dogreport

Gardens Pavilion changes Recent improvements have been undertaken at the Hamilton Gardens Pavilion. Air conditioning has been installed in the Central Court and Exhibition Rooms. The Chartwell AWARD WINNER: H3 Turf Manager Karl Johnson received Room has been refurbished with a lowered recognition for his work promoting the industry ceiling, LED lighting, fresh paint, air conditioning and a full audio visual installation. Rates for Turf Sector award hire can be viewed on the Council website, Seddon Park/FMG Stadium Waikato Turf with community groups receiving a significant Manager Karl Johnson earned recognition at discount. the recent New Zealand Turf Conference and ON THE JOB: The Council’s City Safe staff have contributed to positive results of the Central City Safety plan hamiltongardens.co.nz Expo. Mr Johnson was the recipient of an award marking his consistent promotion of Museum Award the sports turf industry. Waikato Museum has won the Tourism Award seddonpark.com fmgstadiumwaikato.co.nz Central city safety at the annual Hamilton Central Business Awards. Waikato Museum director Cherie Meecham accepted the award for Waikato Civic Award nominations Museum. “This is an exciting accolade to Nominations are now open for the 2016 Civic improving receive. Our vision is to become a destination Awards. Awards are open to people who have tourist attraction of great pride to Hamilton and made an outstanding contribution to the Perceptions of safety in the central city Since the start of the safety plan, the this award shows we are on the way there. Like community. Nomination categories include have improved according to a range of People’s Project has helped house 211 the other successful winners, we were judged involvement in the arts, dedication to people measures in the 2016 Hamilton Central people, with 93 per cent of them still on visitor experience and I am really proud of and wellbeing, the environment, education, City Safety Plan scorecard. in homes. the entire Museum team who all contribute to and sport. Nominations close on 7 August. To this,” says Ms Meecham. nominate someone, complete the online form. Over the past year, homelessness and Unofficial police statistics indicate waikatomuseum.co.nz hamilton.govt.nz/civicawards crime reported to police have decreased reported crime in the central city has while youth behaviour and begging reduced by 32.5 per cent, on top of last Rubbish stickers Water CCO remain as top priorities. year’s 30 per cent drop. The city’s residents don’t need to buy rubbish The Council has adopted a draft agreement stickers to ensure their bagged household which outlines how a water and wastewater The Council’s Community Development The scorecard also notes the Council’s waste is collected. Council staff recently Council-Controlled Organisation for Hamilton and Leisure Manager Deanne McManus- Tagbusters team have removed almost became aware some residents have been City Council, Wakato District Council and Emery is pleased with the progress. five and a half rugby fields – 45,701sqm – given incorrect information from retailers after Waipa District Council might be structured, of graffiti within the city, with 97 per changes in neighbouring Waikato District. should it go ahead. Both Waikato and Waipa “We’re seeing positive results throughout cent removed within two working days Waikato District Council rubbish bag stickers District Councils had already agreed to the draft all our measures, and note there has during the past year. are now being sold in Hamilton, but Hamilton agreement, noting final decisions cannot be been an increase in the number of City Council’s collection doesn’t require stickers. made until the public has been consulted. businesses, employees and people living hamilton.govt.nz/safetyplan fightthelandfill.co.nz waterstudywaikato.org.nz in the central city,” she says.

hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton 7 August / September visit 2016 visithamilton.co.nz LO-LO MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL WAIKATO MUSEUM TE WHARE TAONGA O WAIKATO CLAUDELANDS ARENA 25 JUNE- 21 AUGUST, 10AM TO 4.30PM 17 AUGUST, 8PM-10PM LO-LO (Lift-on, lift-off) is a vernacular term used in the cargo /shipping industry to describe Menopause the Musical sets four women in a department store who have nothing in the method by which quay cranes are used to load and unload freight ships. This exhibition common but a black lace bra they want to buy at a lingerie sale. The female cast pokes of contemporary art produced by Wintec Media Arts staff explores the relationship between fun at their woeful hot flushes, wrinkles, night sweats, and chocolate binges.A sisterhood New Zealand’s primary industries and their international trade relationships and export is created between them, and a wonderful musical that features popular tunes from the methods used to distribute commodities to China. 60s, 70s and 80s is born. CREATIVEWAIKATO.CO.NZ/EVENTS CLAUDELANDS.CO.NZ

MAYOR’S MUSIC MATINEE WALLACE INTERNATIONAL CELLO COMPETITION RECEPTION LOUNGE, CIVIC BUILDING, CIVIC SQUARE FINALS 5 AUGUST, 1PM GALLAGHER ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS Don’t miss the chance to hear Stephanie Acraman, recently appointed voice lecturer at 22 AUGUST, 7.30PM the University of Waikato Conservatorium of Music. The renowned New Zealand singer With competitors coming from as far afield as Singapore and Switzerland, the final rounds has performed across many musical genres, from opera to jazz, around the world of the competition are sure to be keenly contested. The cellists will be playing virtuosic throughout her career. works that showcase their artistry and technical finesse, including a new commission by HAMILTON.GOVT.NZ the University of Waikato’s Michael Williams. Do not miss your chance to hear these fine young cellists, and witness history in the making. WAIKATO CREATIVE MARKET WAIKATO.AC.NZ/GO/CELLOFEST 19 KEN BROWNE DRIVE, TE RAPA 7 AUGUST, 8AM TO 12PM FESTIVAL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA WITH This is a creative market for those who appreciate quality crafts made by local artists and INTERNATIONAL CELLISTS craftspeople. There are a wide range of creative treats available including wood work, GALLAGHER ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS homewares, leather work, crocheted items, flowers and face painting. 27 AUGUST, 7.30PM VISITHAMILTON.CO.NZ/WHATS-ON/MARKETS-AND-ACTIVITIES In this special concert, the Festival Chamber Orchestra—directed by James Tennant, led by Lara Hara, and comprising University of Waikato students and other local players – will THE BRICK MAN EXPERIENCE join forces with five of the world’s leading cellists for an evening of concertos. Former CLAUDELANDS classmates Edward King and Santiago Cañón Valencia will duel their way through 29 JULY TO 14 AUGUST Vivaldi’s Concerto for 2 cellos, while Li-Wei Qin, Wolfgang Schmidt and esteemed French New Zealand’s largest exhibition of LEGO® works features the complete collection by cellist Philippe Muller will feature. Ryan McNaught, including 60 original works made up from more than 5 million LEGO® WAIKATO.AC.NZ/GO/CELLOFEST bricks! Each model is presented with its own unique behind the scenes story, and interactive building zones. SILVER FERNS V SOUTH AFRICA BRICKMANEXPERIENCE.COM.AU CLAUDELANDS ARENA 31 AUGUST, 7.30PM-10PM JAKOB International netball returns to Claudelands Arena with the Silver Ferns hosting South NIVARA LOUNGE, VICTORIA STREET Africa’s SPAR Proteas in the Netball Quad Series. Be there as two of the world’s best 6 AUGUST, 8PM battle for on-court supremacy. Bringing an unparalleled dynamic intensity to their to their live performances and recorded SILVERFERNS.CO.NZ output alike, Jakob bounced back from years of injuries and interruptions with their powerhouse record Sines in 2015 to collect the acclaimed Taite Prize. ALL BLACKS V ARGENTINA VISITHAMILTON.CO.NZ/WHATS-ON/MUSIC FMG STADIUM WAIKATO, HAMILTON 10 SEPTEMBER, 7PM SPARK INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF MUSIC, The All Blacks and Los Pumas have formed one of the most fiercely contested international MEDIA, ARTS AND DESIGN rugby rivalries in recent years and are set to write another chapter in September. GALLAGHER HUB, WINTEC ALLBLACKS.COM 8 AUGUST- 11 AUGUST Spark International Festival of Music, Media, Arts and Design is an annual celebration of the arts. The festival brings together creative minds from NZ and around the globe with a focus on sharing cutting edge trends from industry leaders. Check out the full programme. SPARK.NET.NZ

DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS MAGICAL ICE FESTIVAL CLAUDELANDS ARENA, HEAPHY TERRACE 10 AUGUST- 14 AUGUST Disney on Ice presents Magical Ice Festival will whisk you away into the wintry world of the feature film Frozen to join Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and friends in an adventure full of action and magic. You will also be swept away by performances from the characters of The Little Mermaid, Tangled and Beauty and the Beast. CLAUDELANDS.CO.NZ

PECHA KUCHA 25 WINTEC HOUSE 10 AUGUST 6.30PM Pecha Kucha is returning to The Atrium as part of the Spark International Festival of Music, Media, Arts & Design. FACEBOOK.COM/PECHAKUCHAHAMILTON

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