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YOUR COMMENTS

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Submission to Whakatane District Council’s 2018-2028 Long-term Plan

Nine out of 14 photographs in your District Council’s long-term plan 2018 - 2028 document feature water. It is equally significant to us.

Introduction 1. Thank you for the opportunity to comment to the Whakatane District Council on the long- term plan (LTP) consultation document.

2. Our over-arching purpose for this submission is to ensure that Whakatane District Council is aware and supportive of the process currently underway to create a Bay of Plenty water safety strategy to address the disproportionate numbers of preventable drownings that are occurring in the Bay of Plenty.

3. This project is a ‘bottom up’ approach to developing a plan of action to be owned and implemented by the Bay of Plenty community. This may result in changes to the way that funding is directed. However, any change will only be at the behest of the community of interest that develops this strategy. Details of the process and engagement intentions are outlined below.

Background 4. Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) is an incorporated society established in 1949. WSNZ has 30 member organisations, and an elected board consisting of five independent directors and three delegates from the core water safety organisations: Surf-Lifesaving NZ; Coastguard NZ; and Swimming NZ.

5. WSNZ’s operating budget is funded by Sport NZ and Accident Compensation Corporation. WSNZ runs an annual competitive investment round using NZ Lottery Grant Board funding. Priority for WSNZ investment funding is given to Water Skills for Life, a water survival skills programme for school children in years 1 to 8. Grant recipients for Water Skills for Life include Regional Sports Trust, Territorial Local Authorities and individual providers. WSNZ has also established non-competitive, relational contracting arrangements with Surf- Lifesaving NZ; Coastguard Boating Education; and Swimming NZ and Plunket NZ for core programmes.

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6. WSNZ is the recognised leadership organisation for the water safety sector and in addition to its funding role, WSNZ has the central policy and advocacy role for the sector. As part of this, a water safety sector strategy that aims to reduce the national drowning toll was developed with stakeholders and launched in late 2015. The Water Safety Sector Strategy 2020 (‘the Sector Strategy’) identifies a range of objectives including that: “the sector works together to maximise its collective effort”; and “communities take the lead to promote the safe enjoyment of local water”. The greater emphasis on collaboration and delivery at a regional level embodied in these two objectives is a reflection of widespread agreement amongst water safety sector stakeholders that ‘business as usual’ will not achieve the desired water safety outcomes.

7. To give effect to this aspiration over the next 3 years WSNZ plans to facilitate the development of a series of regional water safety strategies across New Zealand by direct engagement with regional organisations. Regional water safety strategies are interventions that will identify priority work streams and investment priorities for water safety in a region. They will also help regional water safety sector organisations to more effectively leverage their capability and resources (including avoiding duplication of effort). They will achieve these objectives by:

• providing for a collective focus on, and agreed direction for, water safety activity in a region; • ensuring the needs, goals and aspirations of a region are reflected in water safety activity; • allowing greater community ownership of drowning prevention/water safety activities; and • ensuring there is regional leadership in both the development and implementation of water safety initiatives.

8. Regional water safety strategies are to be tailored to the specific circumstances and organisational responsibilities in a region. WSNZ will, however, be facilitating a generic high- level process for their development. WSNZ is now trialling this development process in three pilot regions with different drowning problems and organisational characteristics: Bay of Plenty, Waikato and Auckland. The aim is to complete these pilot strategies before the end of the 2017/18 year – 30 June 2018.

9. The Bay of Plenty Regional Water Safety Strategy will form an integral part of WSNZ’s national capability and investment plans in the future. It will also be used by WSNZ to help national and regional funders focus their investments on the priority water safety issues in the Bay of Plenty. WSNZ will also use the strategy as a vehicle for communicating with regulators and other water safety organisations and stakeholders about the priority activities being undertaken in the Bay of Plenty and how they are consistent with, and support the delivery of, the Sector Strategy.

10. WSNZ has held preliminary stakeholder meetings in the Bay of Plenty and there is general support for the development of a regional water safety strategy. WSNZ has also ascertained that key funders in the region will support an approach like this. A project plan has been developed and a project manager has been appointed – Jim Datson, from Project Periscope.

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11. The next steps in the project involve defining the vision for the strategy and undertaking working groups sessions around the region to identify the priority work streams and investment priorities for water safety in the Bay of Plenty. The project approach will be to engage community service delivery agencies involved in water-based activity in each of the three key localities – Tauranga, Rotorua and Whakatane/Opotiki/ Kawerau.

Context - Drowning in the Bay of Plenty 12. The Bay of Plenty is over-represented in New Zealand’s preventable drowning statistics. The Bay of Plenty has the 4th highest regional drowning rate in New Zealand. While 9% of New Zealand’s preventable drowning fatalities occurred in the Bay of Plenty during 2007-16, only 6% of New Zealand’s population resided in the Bay of Plenty.

2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Total 2007 - 2017 BoP 9 11 5 4 10 6 10 6 6 7 74 NZ Total 87 99 87 66 97 75 76 72 84 78 821 %age of NZ Total 10% 11% 6% 6% 10% 8% 13% 8% 7% 9% 9%

13. A salt water environment – beaches, offshore, tidal waters - was the most likely place for drowning in the Bay of Plenty during 2007-16. Three out of every five drownings in the Bay of Plenty between 2007 and 2016 were in salt water environments. However, rivers and inland still waters were where around a third of drowning deaths in the Bay of Plenty occurred during 2006-17.

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14. Maori and Asian people are over-represented in the statistics of preventable drowning in the Bay of Plenty. The drowning rates of both groups were higher in the Bay of Plenty during 2007-16 than nationally.

Environment 2007-16 % BoP drownings % NZ drownings Asian 12 16% 9% Maori 21 28% 24% NZ European 31 42% 47% Other 4 5% 9% Pacific Peoples 4 5% 9% Unknown 2 3% 2% Total 74 100% 100%

Going forward

15. Discussions held to date in the wider Whakatane District have included (but not been limited to) the following people, pertinent to this submission: • The Regional Harbour-master • Bay of Plenty Regional Council • Bay Trust • Eastern Bay Community Foundation • Sport Bay of Plenty.

16. Workshops engaging as broad a range of stakeholders are being scheduled for late May 2018. Water Safety New Zealand is also separately engaging Tangata Whenua and various ethnic organisations such as Multicultural Tauranga, as key stakeholders in the development of an appropriate water safety strategy for people living in the Whakatane District who were born overseas (and for whom access to waterways may be quite foreign to their natural culture)

17. With regards to the Whakatane District Council Long-term Plan, WSNZ wants to ensure that:

• Water safety is deemed an important priority for Whakatane District Council in both its planning and implementation – a priority we would request feature in Council’s long-term plan documentation;

• Whakatane District Council publicly support the development and implementation of a Bay of Plenty regional water safety strategy that reduces the numbers of preventable drownings occurring within the City and environs;

• Support Whakatane District Council staff to be actively engaged in the development and subsequent implementation of the Bay of Plenty regional water safety strategy, and are familiar with the elements that are pertinent to the Whakatane District Council catchment;

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• Whakatane District Council is willing to consider any variations to the current model of funding water-based activity undertaken in and around the Whakatane District, if available funds are better directed to more effective interventions, mechanisms of service delivery or opportunities to educate and upskill.

18. We look forward to actively engaging key Whakatane District stakeholders in both the development and implementation of a water safety strategy that reduces the number of preventable drownings that occur within the Whakatane District Council boundary.

Jonty Mills Chief Executive Water Safety New Zealand

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Debt

Debt levels should not be increased unless absolutely necessary and only then to fund unforeseen events i.e storm damage. An effort should be made to decrease debt levels. Please see my comments with respect to Tourism and Events and Whakatane Ki Mua below.

Interest rates are low at the moment but will not always stay that way. Increased debt plus increased interest rates place a huge burden on families and those already struggling to pay their rates.

Tourism and Events

The events budgets should be maintained at the present level until the burden of upgrading our infrastructural assets has eased. The WDC marketing programme has so far been successful judged by the visible increase in visitors to the District and the increased vibrancy of the local economy. Our infrastructure needs to keep pace with an increase in population and visitors. There is no use attracting more people and visitors either to live or to visit if funding is not available to provide essential services.

Whakatane Ki Mua − Funding The initial Ki Mua project funded by Council has accomplished its mission and the results should Council. now be handed to the various agencies to progress. There should be no further funding by

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SUBMISSION TO WHAKATANE DISTRICT COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN 2018

Disabilities Resource Centre is a community based, Bay of Plenty organisation, devoted to providing an accessible and responsive service for people with disabilities and the elderly. Our aim is to encourage and support them to exercise their right to live with dignity and maximum independence in the community of their choice.

Our Strategic Vision is to assist people with disabilities to achieve their goals through leading health and disability services.

Disabilities Resource Centre employs 210 staff in the Bay of Plenty area and has a client base of 1200 individuals, families and agencies.

Disabilities Resource Centre requests the opportunity to speak in support of this submission to the Whakatane District Council.

Yours faithfully

Bronwen Foxx CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

141H43 King Street, PO Box 528, Whakatane 3158 1: 07 307 1447 1: 07 307 0229 Unit 3, 52 Girven Road, Mount Maunganui 3116 t: 07 575 0105 www.drct.co.nz Charities Commission: CC22840 304 ONE CALL • COUNTLESS RESOURCES • ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES The Disabilities Resource Centre (DRCT) would like to thank the Whakatane District Council (WDC) for the opportunity of commenting on the Long Term Plan 2018.

We would like to comment as follows:

We congratulate the Whakatane District Council for its many achievements, acknowledge and appreciate the continued work in maintaining public facilities for the community to enjoy. We ask the Council to focus on three specific areas, 1. Recognise and protect the rights of disabled people by mandating consideration of disability issues in decision making, policy planning, strategic development and project works. 2. Recognise and protect the rights of older people by mandating consideration for age issues in decision making, policy planning, strategic development and project works. 3. Address physical and attitudinal barriers to participation through robust and inclusive strategic and policy planning.

Actions in these areas are outlined more specifically below. Whakatane Disability and Age Friendly Advisory Group

We believe that the creation of a Disability Strategy would improve the lived experience of people with disabilities in the district. The creation of a Disability Strategy will enable meaningful consultation and robust planning for the growing segment of our population who are either living with a disability or moving past retirement age.

Disabilities Resource Centre Trust is currently working with other stakeholders in developing the Whakatane Age Friendly and Disability Advisory Group (WAFDAG). This group of local residents has both formal and lived experience in the world of ageing and disability, and we would like to form meaningful working relationships with Whakatane District Council to provide planning consultation. Our model is the successful working relationships that occur between the Kawerau District Council and the Seniors Forum, or the Tauranga Elders Forum and the Tauranga City Council.

We ask that the Whakatane District Council embrace this opportunity to create real and present engagement with the disabled and elderly community that is visible and measurable.

Access to the Natural Environment

'Having accessible recreational spaces helps to build communities that interact with each other, are healthy, happy and well connected.' — Whakatane District Council Long Term Consultation Document

The Whakatane area boasts some of the most pleasant natural environs in New Zealand. Experiencing these beaches, rivers, and walks is an important part of the Eastern Bay lifestyle. DRCT believes that much can be done to increase the ease of access and participation of both Bay of plenty residents and visitors with disabilities.

305 'We're proposing to provide more funding for tourism and events' — Whakatane District Council Long Term Plan Consultation Document

DRCT is proposing to work with WDC and other community groups to support the installation of a beach access mat at Ohope Beach.

This would enable more mobility impaired visitors to enjoy one of the nation's favourite beaches with their whanau. This method of access has been successfully trialled by Tauranga City Council in very similar conditions. The mat is very versatile in that it can be left in−situ long term, or taken up and used at other events.

The increase in tourism revenue mentioned in the Whakatane District Council Draft Activities Summary will be an important financial boost for our region over the next decade and we feel strongly that the Beach Access Mat project will support increased visitor numbers along with better quality of living for local ratepayers.

The cost of this proposal is approximately $16,000 and we would ask that some of this cost is included in the WDC Long Term Plan Budget. We would be grateful if the WDC would endorse this practical solution to disability inclusion at Ohope Beach.

Support for this project could also encompass improving the mobility parking options at the Mahy Reserve, the mobility access between the reserve and the sand dunes, and redesigning the current toilet block behind the Whakatane Surf Club to be more accessible.

Improving Access to Transport

The Disability Action Plan released by The Office for Disability Issues in 2014 outlines the current strategic priorities for implementing the New Zealand Disability Strategy. Strategic Priority 12 covers enabling disabled people to access the built environment and transport services.

Although we acknowledge the efforts made by both the Whakatane District Council and the Eastern Bay of Plenty Regional Council to both provide and subsidise accessible public transport, feedback from our clients at DRCT has shown us that travel remains a prominent issue for those who are non−drivers. Our clients are adept at using volunteer transport services and many have support from whanau, but on the whole transport remains a major stumbling block for ageing or disabled Whakatane residents attempting to lead independent lives.

Scanty timetabling, few accessible seats on Bayhopper buses and kneeling buses being out of order limit the usefulness of bus services. Clients comment that having only one return bus a day to take them home is common; and if another patron with a disability is already using the accessible seating, they run the risk not being able to return at all. For those using mobility scooters this is not a viable option.

306 There is one wheelchair accessible taxi in Whakatane and our clients are very grateful to the management of Dial−a−Cab Whakatane for not only providing this service but for attempting to keep prices at a reasonable level. For clients who are confined to wheelchairs there are no other available legal transport options.

Bay of Plenty Regional Council provides a successful discounted taxi voucher system which is of great benefit; however this discount tops out at $25.00 per trip. Clients residing in $90.00 Thornton and Edgecumbe report paying $60.00 − to attend appointments in Whakatane or to shop. Anecdotal reports show some wheelchair bound clients are taking unsafe risks (as an example, lying unrestrained on the floors of privately owned cars & vans) as the only economic and practical travel option.

Christchurch City Council has led the way in modern public transport provision in New Zealand, trialling autonomous vehicles to shuttle passengers at the Christchurch City Airport. Disabilities Resource Centre Trust can envision the enormous potential these vehicles have to change the lives of those with mobility impairments as they completely remove the need for an able−bodied driver or costly modifications to existing private vehicles.

We would like to encourage Whakatane District Council to consider the possibility of building a fleet of autonomous vehicles for disabled transport in their long term planning. There are possibilities of private−public funding partnerships that could be explored to offset the initial costs and the benefits to the populace are incalculable.

We would request that the Whakatane District Council reviews whether more provision could be made for those members of our community who have not, or have lost, the ability to drive themselves around our district, as we feel over the next ten years our ageing population growth will make this a critical issue for a large group of ratepayers.

Improving Access to the Built Environment

Pavements

An important factor for keeping the elderly or those with disabilities independent and mobile is the upkeep of pavements and curb cuts, not only in the town centre but in critical areas such as around medical centres and in recreational spaces. The Disabilities Resource Centre acknowledges that the majority of pavements in the Whakatane district are well kept and repaired quickly by the Whakatane District Council.

Pavement slabs that have lifted, heavy amounts of slippery leaves and curb cuts that are too steep are issues occasionally faced by our clients however, sometimes forcing them to abandon journeys or take long detours if they use mobility scooters, canes, walkers or wheelchairs — this is a particular issue on Stewart Street near the Whakatane Hospital.

The Disabilities Resource Centre Trust would like to encourage the Whakatane District Council to keep up a strong pavement rehabilitation programme — including replacing older, inappropriately steep curbs − to assist accessibility throughout Whakatane.

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There are no fully accessible bathrooms in Whakatane. Widening doors, keeping floor spaces clear, installing doors that slide, having adult change benches and hoists are some suggestions that would improve the usefulness of local facilities.

An excellent example of completely accessible disability bathroom design can be found at Hamilton City Council's new toilet facility, built with local sponsorship partnerships, in the Hamilton Gardens.

Limited accessibility options are available in the urban area but we encourage Whakatane District Council to conduct an audit of the accessible toilet options and consider a large scale upgrade of at least one bathroom facility to include facilities able to be used by parents and caregivers of those who have very high disability needs.

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Whakatane District Council Private Bag 1002, WHAKATANE, 3158

23 April 2018

Feedback on the consultation document for the Long-term Plan 2018-2028

Dear Mayor and Counsellors,

Smoking is one of the leading causes of preventable death in New Zealand and causes much personal, social and economic cost. Cigarette smoke, including second-hand smoke, is unsafe at any level of exposure and is a known cause of ill health in infants and children.

As highlighted in the 2018 Eastern Bay of Plenty’s Vital Signs report1 the prevalence of smoking is higher in the Eastern Bay of Plenty (21%) compared to New Zealand overall (16%). To improve the health of our community the Eastern Bay of Plenty Smokefree Coalition (EBOPSC) requests Whakatane District Council include the review and implementation of the Councils Smokefree Outdoor Spaces Policy as part of the Long-term Plan 2018-2028.

The EBOPSC is comprised of members representing agencies that aim to reduce smoking initiation, support people to quit, or help people suffering from ill health as a result of cigarette smoking. Members include the Hāpainga Stop Smoking Service, Bay of Plenty District Health Board, Toi Te Ora Public Health, Eastern Bay Primary Health Alliance, Healthy Families East Cape, Nga Tai Iwi Authority, Te Puna Ora o Mataatua Charitable Trust, Te Tohu o te Ora o Ngati Awa, Tuwharetoa ki Kawerau Health, Education & Social Services, Te Pou Oranga o Whakatohea, Te Runanga o te Whānau, East Bay REAP and others.

Whakatane District Council adopted the ‘Smokefree Council Open Spaces’ policy in 2015. This policy states that Council will “raise awareness of smoke-free Council outdoor spaces through signage in parks and reserves” and “encourage compliance in smoke-free Council outdoor spaces by educating the public that smoke-free spaces are positive environments for children and young people.” This is a great step towards creating a smokefree community by helping to de-normalise smoking in public places, encouraging positive role modelling for children, and reducing youth uptake of smoking.

However, the Eastern Bay of Plenty Smokefree Coalition completed an audit of several popular playgrounds and reserves throughout the district and found that of the 16 sites visited; only four had smokefree signage. There was inconsistency with signage across the sites and interestingly, during the audit, someone began smoking in a smokefree place but we did not feel comfortable asking them to move away as there was no signage.

1 http://www.easternbaycommunityfoundation.nz/vital-signs-research-report-2018.html

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The Eastern Bay Smokefree Coalition request Whakatane Council to implement appropriate signage in all smokefree spaces and review the Smokefree Outdoor Spaces Places policy to include other smokefree areas, such as:  Bus stops  Beach and waterfronts areas  Alfresco dining  All sports grounds and facilities  Main streets with high pedestrian traffic – such as The Strand, King Street, Pohutukawa Avenue, College Road in Edgecumbe,

Please refer to the attached Frequently Asked Questions for further information on the benefits of introducing smokefree outdoor spaces, advice on good smokefree signage, results of the smokefree signage audit, and examples of smokefree policies from other Councils.

Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Whakatane District Council Long Term Plan and we would be interested in speaking with Council in the verbal submissions.

Sincerely,

Eastern Bay of Plenty Smokefree Coalition

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why create Smokefree Outdoor Spaces? reduced by 21%, for both smokers and non-smokers, following the introduction of 1. There is strong community support for smokefree policies, such as in outdoor smokefree spaces dining areasviii. In the Bay of Plentyi: Creating smokefree outdoor spaces in  96% support smokefree children’s places such as alfresco dining and main playgrounds streets can also support workplace health  82% support smokefree stadiums and and safety legislation by reducing sportsgrounds exposure to the hazard of second-hand  76% support smokefree public events smoke by workers.  72% support smokefree bus stops 3. De-normalises smoking and reduces  63% support smokefree outdoor dining uptake in children  55% support parks or reserves  49% support smokefree main streets Children copy what they see and increasing smokefree areas will de- Public support for smokefree outdoor normalise smoking by reducing the places continues to increase overtime, amount of smoking seen by children. This ii iii with reasons for support including : will provide positive role modeling that ix  Positive modelling for young people smoking is not a normal adult behavior .  Litter control Research has found that smokefree spaces, such as in public places, schools  Reducing involuntary exposure to and at home, can reduce teenage initiation second hand smoke (particularly in into smokingx xi. areas where children a present or people congregate) Creating smokefree environments also  Reducing opportunities for people to helps with reducing inequalities. While smoke only 16.5% of the general population  Making spaces more family friendly smoke, this is much higher for Māori, at xii  Creating a level playing field for 32.7% . Māori are also the youngest to start smoking, with an average age of businesses xiii 2. Protects children and non-smokers initiation of 14 . from the effects of second-hand smoke 4. Supports individuals to quit smoking With only 16.5% of the population smoking iv Smokefree policies not only reduce harm in the Bay of Plenty providing smokefree to non-smokers, they also reduce harm to spaces protects the majority of people who smokers by decreasing the number of do not smoke. cigarettes smoked and increasing the likelihood of a successful quit attemptxiv. It Second-hand smoke can be hazardous to xv the health and can increase risk of heart gives smokers more reasons to quit and reduces visual cues to smoke from seeing disease, lung cancer, stroke and nasal xvi cancer among non-smokers. Children are other smokers . A study found that 54% particularly susceptible, as they have of people trying to quit found that seeing smaller lungs and are more sensitive, and someone with a cigarette was a trigger to relapse, and 40% found that smelling a often have no way of moving themselves xvii away from the smokev. cigarette was a trigger . Studies have found that outdoor second- An evaluation of the Queensland tobacco hand smoke exposure can be just as laws found 27% of ex-smokers stated the harmful as indoor exposure, particularly laws had helped them remain non- when in close proximity or in areas where smokers, 29% had decreased the number of cigarettes they smoked, and 22% had people congregate, such as outdoor xviii dining, sports venues, events and others. attempted to quit smoking . In addition, smoking directly outside of 5. Protects the environment and reduces building openings can create second-hand cleaning costs smoke insidevivii. Cigarettes are the most littered item, with International research has found the an estimated 4.5 trillion littered every year exposure to second hand smoke can be worldwidexix. A study in Petone found that

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50% of rubbish collected in a main street disappointed if this vision is ruined by storm water drain was cigarette buttsxx. cigarette smoke and butt litter. Cigarette butt waste is seen as a socially acceptable form of littering, but smokefree 7. Supports that New Zealand outdoor spaces, such as parks, beaches Governments Smokefree 2025 goal and streets, can help reduce butt In 2011 the New Zealand Government litteringxxi. A study of Wellington bus stops committed to a goal of New Zealand found new cigarette butt litter within 24 becoming smokefree by 2025xxx. Councils hours, despite rubbish bins being can play a big role towards achieving this nearbyxxii. goal. Are educational Smokefree Outdoor Cigarette filters are not bio-degradable Spaces Policies effective? and much of the chemicals used in the Educational policies have been introduced manufacturing of cigarettes form leachate both nationally and internationally, and have that create aquatic toxicity, which can been found to be effective. Key elements for affect the health of marine lifexxiii xxiv. success include good signage and good Furthermore, they are harmful when communication of the policy. accidentally consumed by pets, wildlife Smokefree signage lets smokers know where and childrenxxv. they can’t smoke, and gives non-smokers the The cost of cleaning up cigarette butts can confidence to speak up to those smoking in be huge for Councils and businesses. non-smoking areasxxxi. This can include cleaning streets, Are there examples of good smokefree sidewalks and public places of litter, outdoor spaces policies? abatement from storm water and sewer treatment systems, the costs associated Many Councils across New Zealand have with harm to the ecosystem and harm to introduced comprehensive smokefree policies, industries dependent on clean and healthy which could provide an example of what to ecosystemsxxvi. include in the policy. Good examples include: Smokefree policies means there is less  Rotorua Lakes Council opportunity for cigarette butt littering, and  Wellington City Council reduces cost of cleaning and on the  Hutt City Council xxvii environment . Rotorua Lakes Council  Kawerau District Council has reported a major decrease in cigarette Other ways to implement smokefree spaces butt litter at bus stops since the could include having a smokefree clause in introduction of the smokefree policy. leases, licences, and agreements. 6. Supports economy and tourism Communication about the introduction of Studies from New Zealand and smokefree spaces is key, as this lets people internationally have found hospitality know about the changes and gets buy in. venues report increased patronage and Below are some examples of communication sales after going smokefree. While support methods used by other councils: for smokefree outdoor dining is already high, experience from places like Australia  Rotorua Lakes Council held regular indicate this will increase once they meetings with businesses that would be experienced smokefree outdoor diningxxviii. affected to create open communication in The review of Queensland’s smokefree the lead up to the introduction of the laws found that 21% of people were policy. Training was also provided to bus visiting outdoor dining places more often drivers and staff at the I-site to help after the introduction of the lawsxxix. communicate the policy to visitors.  Wellington utilized a marketing campaign Furthermore, with increasing smokefree to communicate the introduction of the spaces internationally, visitors are now policy. This can be viewed here: expecting smokefree environments. New https://wellington.govt.nz/your- Zealand, and the Bay of Plenty in council/plans-policies-and- particular, is marketed as a place of bylaws/policies/smokefree-wellington natural beauty and a great place to enjoy  Lower Hutt Council were effective at the outdoors. Visitors may be getting business support for the smokefree

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policy. Listen to the Mayor talk about this the international symbol for no smoking so here: it can be easily understood. Bilingual or https://youtu.be/8CGIhPyc6Qg?list=PLyer Maori signage also ensures the message dg9yHkuMyP3g0MUZMUDWoTwB1Dpxb is engaging for Maori. Also consider adding colour, positive words and imagery, What is good smokefree signage? and contact information for stop smoking Educational smokefree policies rely on good services. signage to communicate the smokefree message. New Zealand research on Please refer to Appendix 1 for examples of smokefree signage in playgrounds found that smokefree signage. often signage was either absent, or ineffectivexxxii. What if a designated smoking area is Common issues with signage included: needed? Creating completely smokefree spaces is the  Being too small ideal. However, there may be some occasions  Lack visibility from a distance where it is necessary to provide a designated  Lack clarity in design smoking area. Below are some tips for  Being overly wordy creating a designated smoking area:  Not using the international ‘no smoking’ symbol  Smoking is only legally permitted in open areas, which means it is best to ensure The smokefree signage audit conducted in the there is no roof, or only one wall in the Whakatane district found that of the 4 area (Refer to Ministry of Health for further playgrounds that had signage, none was information). effective. While the sign itself was adequate  Find a location that is away from public (a good size and displaying the ‘Smokefree’ view, spaces where people congregate logo), there was only one sign in each park, and building entrances, windows and air- and the location of the signs meant it could not conditioning intake ducts. be observed from points that you would expect  Discourage people from spending much people to congregate (e.g. park benches or time there by reducing availability of entrances). Therefore these signs could be entertainment, seating and shelter. easily missed.  Provide butt bins to encourage disposing Some tips for creating effective signage, are: of cigarette butts properly  Location of signage: Walk around the How to evaluate smokefree outdoor area and note where your eyes naturally spaces? go to, or where seems a logical place to The effectiveness of a smokefree outdoor congregate, this could give indications of spaces policy can be evaluated by: where to put signage. It may be necessary to put multiple signs so it can  Surveying users of the smokefree space be seen from different view points. (e.g. park, bus stop, businesses) Examples of places to put signs could  Observational studies of smoking include at each entrance to the space, on  Measuring the presence of tobacco related seats or tables, on existing signage, and litter (cigarette butts, packets) on key features such as play equipment.  Media monitoring  Size of signage: Ensure signage is big  Monitoring of complaints received enough that it can be seen from a  Feedback from council cleaning services distance. on butt litter  Appearance of signage: Signs need to be clear and eye catching. Ensure it has

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Appendix 1: Examples of Smokefree Signage

Rotorua Wairoa Baypark Tauranga

Tauranga Hospital Porirua Wellington

Bondi Manly New York

Carpinteria Canada Manly

Santa Monica Queensland New York City

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Federated Farmers of New Zealand

Submission on Whakatāne District Council’s draft Long Term Plan 2018/28

23 April 2018

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SUBMISSION ON DRAFT WHAKATĀNE DISTRICT COUNCIL’S DRAFT LONG TERM PLAN 2018/28

To: The Chief Executive Whakatāne District Council Private Bag 1002 Whakatane 3158 E: [email protected]

Name of submitter: Federated Farmers of New Zealand (FFNZ)

Contact person: Martin Meier Senior Policy Advisor

Address for service: [email protected] PO Box 447, Hamilton 3240

FFNZ wishes to present in support of its submission.

INTRODUCTION

1.1 FFNZ welcomes the opportunity to submit on the Whakatāne District Council’s draft Long Term Plan 2018/28 (LTP).

1.2 FFNZ is a primary sector organisation with a long and proud history of representing the needs and interests of New Zealand farmers involved in a range of rural businesses.

1.3 FFNZ aims to add value to its members’ farming businesses. Our key strategic outcomes include the need for New Zealand to provide an economic and social environment within which:

a. Our members may operate their business in a fair and flexible commercial environment;

b. Our members' families and their staff have access to services essential to the needs of the rural community; and

c. Our members adopt responsible management and environmental practices.

1.4 FFNZ has a strong interest in the effective performance of local government.

1.5 FFNZ is focused nationally on the transparency of rate setting, and the overall cost of local government to agriculture. For most farms rates are among the highest uncontrollable working expenses.

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1. GENERAL COMMENTS

1.6 The high cost of rates for farming ratepayers is a major issue for FFNZ and our members. A normal farm in Whakatāne district would pay over $8,000 in rates.1 This is because rates are based on property value which, for farmers, means a much higher cost than other residents or business. Property value rates can be amongst the highest overheads for a farm business. Farmers should not be paying many times more than other residents or business for amenities.

1.7 Also council spending is focused on the urban areas with services like footpaths, street lights, toilets, visitor centres, carparks, water and waste water. These has little or no benefit to farmers.

1.8 The value of a farm is not much of a measure of the worth of council’s services to a farm owner. For farmers, the cost of paying an already inequitable rate continues to grow while in return farmers receive declining levels of service on local roads and little else of value.

1.9 Accordingly, FFNZ seeks a more equitable and fair distribution of rates. It also seeks that those that directly benefit should be paying for services and not be subsidised by everyone else.

1.10 As farmers are by some margin the greatest contributor to rates in the district2, it’s not surprising that FFNZ want council to spend farmers’ money wisely.

1.11 We encourage Council to contain its expenditure and debt and focus on core council services. Council spending, operations and borrowing should be cognisant of the impact on rate payers.

SPECIFIC COMMENTS

2. REPLACING WATER-RELATED CONSENTS AND UPGRADING WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM

2.1 We note from the consultation document that the Council is budgeting approximately $20million for water supply, wastewater and stormwater consents and wastewater system upgrades. This is purely for the benefit of users of these services.

2.2 Farmers have to apply for resource consent to take water, pay the cost of their own water supply, waste water and stormwater. As they already pay for these services for themselves it is unjust for them to be paying so that the Council can provide these services to others.

1 A normal farm has a capital value of over $3,000,000. 2 “Our cost in detail” at the paragraph ‘all about rates’ shows rural having the highest rateable property value.

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2.3 Therefore these expenses should not be shared by all the ratepayers but should be targeted to those that benefit.

3. ACCOMMODATING POPULATION GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

3.1 FFNZ has some comments around population growth.

3.2 Firstly, town population does not always increase. We caution against too much reliance on population growth projections as there are many variables that cannot be anticipated that could change the projection. If the projection is wrong, as often happens, the Council could be left with expensive infrastructure that is left idle. In short, we recommend that Council tread carefully when using population projections to support increase in infrastructure.

3.3 FFNZ’s second comment is that the extra population growth through extra rates can generally more than accommodate the need of extra infrastructure and services. This is due to the increase in the rates base combined with the economics of scale to provide these extra services.

4. WATER SUPPLY FOR WHAKATĀNE AND OHOPE

4.1 The issue is very similar to that described in paragraph 2 above.

4.2 Farmers have to source their own water be it for drinking or other uses. Some obtain water from schemes like Braemar but most are self-reliant paying and installing the infrastructure themselves.

4.3 Those that pay their own way should not be further burdened with subsidising others for their water supply as well.

4.4 The perverse outcome of the proposal is that a farmer, due to rates based on capital value of their property, could be paying more towards the water supply in these towns than those that actually live in these towns and receive the benefit of this services. All the time having to pay for his/her own water supply without any assistance.

5. EQUALISING TO PAY FOR MURUPARA WATER AND SEWAGE SCHEMES

5.1 FFNZ is very concerned about Councils proposal for equalisation. As stated above farmers have to pay for the resource consent, the infrastructure and the expenses of waste water and water on their properties.

5.2 It is a kick in the teeth to farmers to have them pay through equalisation for most other water and waste water schemes.

5.3 We strongly disagree with equalisation of Murupara water and waste water costs. We support Option 2.

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6. TOURISM AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

6.1 FFNZ has the view that if you have got the Council somehow working to promote your business, get it to stop or pay up. Tourism and events promotion to help tourism is no different. If tourists are so financially beneficial then why would Council need to subsidise it?

6.2 We ask that Council focus on real community issues and core services.

6.3 If Council want to continue with this non-core project then businesses that benefit directly from tourism and other promotional events should pay for it and it should not be paid for by everyone else.

7. BUDGET

7.1 As farmers are easy the greatest contributor to rates in the district, it’s not surprising that FFNZ want council to spend farmers’ money wisely.

7.2 Ironically we notice that in the list of projects on page 12 of the consultation document all the items, save for one, are focused on urban projects.

7.3 For avoidance of doubt farmers agree that the projects save for sealing roads should not be introduced into the budget.

8. FINANCIAL STRATEGY

8.1 We generally agree with the principles and objectives in the financial strategy.

8.2 We seek an additional policy that where there is a clear identified relationship between user and the service provided then Council should apply a targeted rate or fees and charges.

Rates increase limit

8.3 FFNZ agrees with conservative financial policies to protect the community against irresponsible spending and unaffordable increase in rates.

8.4 We support an upper limit of permitted rates increase which will constrain expenditure. As the LGCI is the measure of increase in costs relating to the local government sector there should really be no excuse for exceeding the LGCI.

8.5 We also note that increase in LGCI have increased more than the CPI (household inflation). According even if LGCI is used as basis for rates increase then those rates would become less and less affordable as rates increase outstrips increase in household income.

8.6 The forecast is that rates will on average increase 42.51% over the decade of the LTP. That is an increase of well over $3,000 in rates for the average farm in the district.

8.7 We seek that the limit be set at no higher than LGCI +1%. A responsible council should be able to live within such limits.

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Debt level cap

8.8 We note the warning of an increase in the debt cap to $80 million. The loan security given by Council against the debt obligation is rates. Accordingly irresponsible debt increase can really hurt ratepayers and make rates unreasonable.

8.9 FFNZ opposes the increase in the debt cap as well as the forecast increase in debt.

8.10 The current worldwide economic forecast is that interest rates will rise. There is currently an 80% probability that the US Federal Reserve will further raise its rate which leads to interest rates increase worldwide.

8.11 We understand that the Council can borrow from the Local Government Funding Agency at more secure and favourable rates. But these are still subject to macro-economic factors. A prudent council will not increase its debt level at this time. Rather it will decrease its debt levels to ensure it does not pay unnecessary interest on the debts.

8.12 We do not agree with further exposure to fluctuations in interests rates which must be paid for by rates. We note 18 -19% of income from rates already goes just to repay interest on loans.3

Sources of income

8.13 We do not agree with the high percentage of income from rates. We suggest more targeted income source from fees and charges and development contributions. This will mean a more equitable income source as those that gets the benefit of the service also pays for it.

9. WHAKATANE BOAT RAMP

9.1 FFNZ notes the proposal to upgrade the Whakatane boat ramp and trailer park area at the Heads. The upgrade is to be funded by the Harbour Fund and an annual rental contribution from regional council.

9.2 FFNZ found it unclear if any Council income will be applied to the upgrade. Council may want to clarify this point.

9.3 FFNZ’s general position is that a user pays. Accordingly, we recommend a fee or charge for the use of these facilities to pay for upgrades and maintenance. We consider such a fee or charge should apply to all boat ramps in the district.

9.4 We understand that boat ramps are frequently used by visitors. FNZ would support a fee or charge which has a larger fee on visitors compared to locals.

10. ENGAGEMENT POLICY

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10.1 We fully support a greater focus on engagement.

10.2 We consider that it is imperative that Council remain transparent with the community it serves. It is essential for good governance that the stakeholders in the region are kept informed and have opportunities to participate and be heard on matters affecting them.

10.3 The age structure of the district’s population shows that 16% is aged 65+ which is expected to increase to 24% by 2028. In the circumstances FFNZ would recommend that the Council employ more traditional communication and consultation methods rather than focussing on web-based communication like facebook and websites.

11. DEVELOPMENT CONTRIBUTIONS

11.1 FFNZ supports a development contribution. Charging developers for the cost of development-driven increase in infrastructure is fair and equitable. Those that create and benefit from the extra burden on infrastructure should contribute to it.

11.2 FFNZ supports a policy that expands the development contributions to also account for impacts on transportation infrastructure. a development will place strain on the capacity of existing transportation infrastructure and those that benefit from the development should accordingly contribute to the impact caused by the development.

12. UNIFORM ANNUAL GENERAL CHARGE

12.1 FFNZ supports the Uniform Annual General Charge (UAGC). UACG is generally fairer than rates based on property value. It allocates the costs of council services more equitably amongst ratepayers rather than loading costs onto those with higher value properties.

12.2 We encourage the Council to use the UAGC to its fullest allowable extent under the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002.

12.3 We note that the Council stays fairly close to the legislative cap of 30% of total rates revenue. The LTP Funding Impact Statement4 shows that the Council plans to track at 28% over the ten years of this LTP. We support the Council’s use of the UAGC.

13. CONCLUSION

13.1 FFNZ seeks changes to address our concerns.

13.2 FFNZ is grateful for the opportunity to submit on the Long Term Plan 2018/28.

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CONSULTATION SUBMISSION ID 324 WHAKATANE DISTRICT COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN − DOCUMENT SUBMISSION FORM − Page 2 III• ISOII1II1IIIIII M The Eastern Bay Chamber of Commerce (“The Chamber”) submission to the 2018 Long Term Plan to Whakatane District Council.

The Chamber supports policies that strengthen the development of businesses in the Whakatane District through:

Freedom of enterprise to generate and contribute economic, social and cultural wealth to Whakatane;

 The development of a market economy in which there is minimal interference from central and local government;

 The strengthening of the Whakatane District as a place which nurtures commerce and sustainable, industry and employment.

The Chamber also works to ensure that the Whakatane District has a business‐friendly environment where businesses can grow and prosper because we believe businesses are central to economic development, and are the engine of growth for the Whakatane District More funding for tourism marketing and events.

The Chamber congratulates Council on securing and supporting key events for the District. It is important that Council understands its role as an enabler and facilitator of events, and does not become a delivery model, except for Council events. The Chamber encourages the Council to continue working with the private sector and local businesses to enable more events to happen in the Whakatane District. Events that bring external consumers into the District are good for local businesses and the local economy.

The Chamber acknowledges and accepts that increased inbound tourism to the District can provide economic benefit to the District and to local business. The Chamber believes the strongest economic benefit is received by Tourism operators, accommodation providers (both private and commercial) in Whakatane and Ohope, hospitality and to retail and service providers located within the Whakatane CBD. If we are to increase the Council’s investment in tourism, the Chamber considers there should be a larger proportionate contribution to the cost of the increased investment from those businesses most likely to receive most of the economic return.

The Whakatane District is host to a growing number of small to medium businesses which are vitally important to the economic wellbeing of this district. Providing a business‐friendly environment is essential to these businesses continuing to grow and employ more people, as well as attracting new businesses, which in turn will grow the population and rating base. The Chamber urges caution over the adoption of any policy which increases the costs of doing business in the Whakatane District. Any increase in the cost of doing business in the District will generally be seen by businesses as a disincentive to being in our District. By increasing the costs for local businesses, the Council may adversely impact on their sustainability. To mitigate this Council must prepare a clearly thought through, robustly developed and tested, plan to demonstrate increased returns to business which may follow because of these increased charges.

The Chamber also believes there needs to be greater priority and investment around destination development rather than just destination marketing.

325 In the Council’s annual residents survey, the community indicated their support for increased investment in this area and the following were identified as the top priorities:

TOP 5 PRIORITIES – ANNUAL RESIDENTS SURVEY 1. Business promotion 2. Tourism promotion 3. Council’s efforts to attract and retain residents 4. Harbour facilities 5. Council’s efforts to enable and promote events

While the community supports these priorities, it does not necessarily follow that the Council should be delivering these priorities.

The Chamber supports OPTION 1: Put an additional $150,000 towards tourism and events (Council's preferred option) but wishes to ensure that these funds are invested in a targeted and transparent fashion. In supporting this option, The Chamber requests consideration and demonstration of what return the business community will receive for this investment? The Chamber wants the economic impact to the District of this additional investment to be clearly and openly measured and communicated. The Chamber also requires the value proposition for Whakatane businesses arising from the additional rate to be clearly demonstrated and communicated.

Are we getting the priorities, right?

The Chamber favours OPTION 1: The Council needs to deliver more for our communities even if this mean an increase in rates and debt.

As this is the preferred option of The Chamber we think the Council should do more of the following:

1. Invest in supporting business and business and economic growth. 2. Initiatives that promote a strong and vibrant Whakatane CBD. a. CBD’s are at the heart of their communities & often an indicator of commercial & social success for the region. b. Ensuring inner city/town strength & resilience is a worthy focus for local government. 3. Invest in a Retail Promotional and Business Development fund. a. Increase the awareness of retailers of events so that they can build promotions around them. b. This assist to ensure retailers are open at times to compliment additional visitors during events c. The Chamber believes it could assist the Council in this area. 4. Clearly tag any rate increases to indicate the service improvement resulting from the rate increase. a. Ensure tagged outcomes are clearly measurable b. Measure actual outcomes against the stated objective 5. Economic Development a. The Chamber strongly supports the funding by Council of Toi EDA. b. Economic development is a critical component of growing the district and the region.

326 The Chamber has a core role of assisting businesses to build confidence and to develop their business capabilities. In this we complement the work of Toi EDA which has the macro focus on sector growth and on attracting new businesses and investment to the region.

The Chamber continues to support the following general principles for rating:  The Rating System should be fair, equitable and transparent.  Structured in a way to stimulate District growth (economic and population). The 2007 Local Government Rates Inquiry recommended that business rating differentials should be abolished, and to do so in good faith justified by reference to the compelling reasons for abolition set out in the Rates Inquiry report. The Chamber does not favour rates differential policies and supports the findings of the Shand Report that recommended business differentials should be abolished. However, a rating strategy in which business is not discriminated against as the cash cow for other rate payers would have a significant impact in terms of the good will of business towards Council and evidence of its courage to do what's right and needed to create a truly business‐friendly district.

Business Friendly Organisational Culture

We note that while the2018 LTP document is silent on any explicit action to deliver the aspiration of Council to be a business‐friendly organisation, there are several implicit actions that will assist businesses to efficiently do what they need to do. For example, providing efficient services and being positive about the future of the District.

The Chamber believes that Council should aim to make it easier for all businesses to do business, and to help create a district that attracts more productive business and inward investment.

The Whakatane District requires transformational change if we are to develop a high wage, high growth economy. This change can be facilitated and enabled by local government, but it also relies on private sector to invest and develop. Private sector requires sufficient rewards to justify the risk and part of the enabling process should be reducing the risk exposure that will in turn encourage private sector investment.

If local government is to enable and facilitate this growth it will require a culture within all levels of the Council that recognises the role private sector plays in growing our economy, the risk the private sector takes and the risk to Whakatane’s future growth when organisational culture unduly inhibits their endeavours.

The Chamber seeks assurance from Council that it intends to create a business‐friendly environment and this intention is clearly articulated to all levels of their organisation and there are appropriate mechanisms in place to monitor, review and remedy and conflicts that inhibit private sector development without fear of prejudice. This does not necessarily require additional investment to achieve but rather a reinforcement and adherence to existing best practices.

The Chamber recognises the difficulties sometimes faced by the Council in engaging with the business community in consultation but would urge it to continue to explore ways to consult early and with local business in a meaningful way. The Chamber offers the continued support of their networks to assist in this process.

327 What is absent from the 2018 LTP?

Whakaari experience $1.8 million.

 This is a project that should be developed. It is about destination development which will keep visitors here for more than one day.  Whakaari/White Island Tours have an aspiration to grow to 30,000 visitors per annum in 5 years.  What infrastructure is going to be needed for this?  Approximately 70% of visitors visit for a day. There are clear economic benefits to the District if they stay longer.

Whakatane ki Muia.  Council invested in this programme last year and now the community is engaged it needs funding to continue the project.  Previous funding allocated was $65,000.  This needs to be brought back in and ensured that this project is supported.

Whakatane second bridge. This needs to be upgraded to priority. While subdivisions are being established on the other side of the river there needs to be a plan to get the NZTA engaged. A foot and light traffic (bicycle, e‐bike, mobility scooter) bridge connecting Piripai with the CBD would have an immediate benefit to community connectivity. Questions we wish Council to consider:

1. Where is the plan of where the Council wants to be in 10 – 15 years? 2. Tauranga was the retirement capital of the coast? Does the Whakatane District want to pick up that mantel? In which case we must plan and market for that. 3. What is Council going to do to make it easy for business to relocate to the Whakatane District with the goal of building an economy which will build the number of residents? 4. The whole community is underpinned by a strong economy, this is a discussion with the Council, Chamber, EDA and a long‐term view of where Whakatane needs to be. 5. The Chamber suggests that the Council needs to create a NEED for residents, which is different to visitors. 6. CBD’s are at the heart of their communities & often an indicator of commercial & social success for the region. Ensuring CBD strength & resilience is a key focus for local government. The Chamber would like to work with Council in the future to enable projects that can deliver this.

CONCLUSION

The Chamber's submission is made in the positive spirit of maintaining the challenge of continuous improvement to the Whakatane's governance to support and encourage business‐friendly innovation and growth. We look forward to continuing to work with the Whakatane District Council to achieve our shared objective of attracting and encouraging the development of business opportunities throughout the district. We would welcome the opportunity to be heard on this submission.

Gerard Casey

CEO Eastern Bay Chamber of Commerce Email [email protected] 0275627500

328 About the Chamber

The Eastern Bay Chamber of Commerce is a not for profit, membership‐based organisation with a membership of 200 organizations across the Eastern Bay of Plenty. We have a wide reach into the business community crossing the full range of demographics in both business size and activity. Our reach extends beyond member businesses to support the whole business community and other business networks.

As the region’s largest business network, we see our primary focus is to represent the business community on issues and opportunities that affect its growth and development. We see the relationship with local government as a significant factor in this and with effective communication we can all achieve positive, beneficial outcomes.

We have a significant interest in regional economic development and a direct role in administering central and local government programmes for supporting business development and growth.

Our contribution to the economic development of the region is multi‐ faceted and includes:

Delivery of Contract Services:

We are contracted to deliver the following contracts:

• Regional Partnership for building business capability. The scheme is a result of a joint initiative to provide support to Small and Medium Size Enterprises (SMEs) funded by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) through Callaghan Innovation. Regionally we work in collaboration with Export Bay of Plenty, Rotorua Chamber of Commerce, Tauranga Chamber of Commerce, and Poutama Trust. • Through the Regional Partnership we continue to deliver Business Mentors NZ – in conjunction with the Tauranga Chamber of Commerce mentor matching businesses to offer one on one support from volunteers from the business community.

Training

We provide training and development seminars these are attended by business owners and their staff as they seek to upskill and stay abreast of changes in the business and technology environment.

Advocacy

On behalf of our members and the wider business community we are the voice of business and speak on matters which affect them:

• We compile submissions to both local and central government. • We work through the New Zealand Chambers of Commerce and Industry for Central Government submissions but have submitted independently. • Chamber CEO Chat video, and other media to influence, challenge thinking and inform. • We provide comment to the newspaper, in response to the current issues and considering “is this good for business” or “does it impact on business”.

329 Global Business and International Documentation

Because the Chamber of Commerce is an internationally networked and recognized entity and carries global integrity and respect we can offer through the Auckland Chamber of Commerce the following documentation:

• Certificates of Origin. • Free Trade Agreements Certificates of Origin. • Certificate of Free Sale and Certificate of Manufacture. • Carnets ‐ a Customs document that facilitates the temporary export of goods overseas and is valid for up to one year.

Regional Collaboration

Eastern Bay Chamber has achieved cohesiveness amongst the business community that facilitates an ease of doing business in the area. The Chamber provides a voice and input on behalf of our members to the following groups across the Bay of Plenty as part of our business commitment:

• Bay of Connections • Connect ‐ chaired by CEO Ged Casey • NZ Chamber of Commerce Board Member

Networking and Business Events

We hold over 30 networking events, connecting with over 1500 people each year designed to be informative, connect business owners, recognize business excellence and give the business community the opportunity to hear guest speakers. These events include:

• The Horizon Energy Group Business Excellence Awards Bi Annually • Legends in Business series • Business After 5 network events • Women in Business events • Business Breakfasts

The Chamber’s revenue stream is through membership fees, sponsorship support, and user fees for services supplied. The Chamber receives no public funding from local government, and no central government funding other than through contracts which cover, or part‐cover, the operating costs for the contracted programmes.

We also maintain an active interest in wider community affairs and through our staff and board participating in initiatives that benefit the community at large.

330 Charlotte Haeusler

From: Emmeline Henderson Sent: Saturday, 7 April 2018 10:00 AM To: Submissions Subject: Long Term Plan 2018-28

Hi,

First I want to say how amazing the Warren park dog park is! Such an awesome idea. Something that us dog owners could really benefit from is if the pagola is covered, for the extra hot summer days and when it rains. And perhaps some more activities for the dogs in the cage. The fallen tree is great so more things for them to climb on or under would be awesome for our dogs.

Thanks!

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I do wish to be heard in support of my submission.

Justification

There are four key reasons why Council should make provision in the Long Term Plan and Budget for installation of a basketball court and fitness trail at the Bob Byrne Reserve in Port Ohope.

1. The Port Ohope Concept Plan, in consultation with members of the public, shows a desire from stakeholders and community members to maintain a green corridor running from the harbour to the ocean. This is shown in the latest plan, which encourages visitors to the area to enjoy not only the harbour and wharf, but also the reserve and ocean. A court will assist in integrating all of these separate areas into an active, fun, and family−orientated outdoor space. 2. In keeping with this theme, the vision is to have a fitness trail similar to the harbour side trail around the outside of the reserve, on the eastern side. This will then join the sand dunes to the Port. The harbour side trail is proving to be very popular for many groups. Having an area set aside with a fitness trail would be very beneficial as a starting/finishing point for many group activities. 3. Basketball is one of the fastest growing sports for youth in NZ. In 2017 playing numbers increased by 27%. In a document from Basketball New Zealand, "There is international evidence that basketball is unique amongst sports in that basketball−related programmes can have a particularly positive impact on social outcomes. Basketball has the potential to assist in addressing issues relating to education, health, inclusion opportunities, aspiration, gang culture, anti−social behaviour and meaningful employment". Please refer also to the letters of support from local and national basketball organisations. Basketball is one of the most popular participation sports for New Zealand youth, and one of the biggest team sports in the country. The Active NZ Survey 2 shows there are 209,427 adults (aged 16+) participating in basketball. The NZ Young People's Survey 3 shows that 367,000 young people (aged 5−18 years) participate in basketball. The combined figures, adjusted for the age overlap, show that half a million Kiwis play basketball on an annual basis. Basketball is the number three team sport for adults

334 (behind cricket and touch football). Based on the NZ Young People's Survey, basketball is the number one "mucking around" sport and recreation activity for young New Zealanders: • Number one for boys 10−14 years (61% of all boys participated)

• Number one for boys 15−18 years (48% of all boys participated)

• Number one team sport for girls 10−14 years (59% of all girls participated)

• Number one team sport for girls 15−18 years (41% of all girls participated).

I would also love to make the court wheel−chair friendly and available for wheelchair basketball. If it is disability−friendly this will tie in to a growing awareness and planning for mobility impaired members of our community.

4. In the Port Ohope area there are a lot of teenagers/young adults, who are drawn to the activities at the wharf. An outdoor basketball court would be the centre piece of the reserve, a huge attraction for the area. The court doesn't just have to be used for basketball either —the space could be used by fitness groups, dance teams, and a hard space for market days or festivals. The reserve will become a popular hub for games and a place to gather and spend some quality, healthy, active family time.

Budget

I have received a provisional quote from Bay Turf, local agents for a national company called Tiger Turf.

Artificial turf is considered to be the favoured playing surface for ballsports, than asphalt. It is easy to maintain, quick to install, and has a long lifespan.

The court size and internal dimensions of the playing areas are derived from the FIBA Official Basketball Court Markings 20104 for a full−sized court. They strongly advise that outdoor basketball courts must meet the minimum standards in terms of court size and markings. The full−sized court dimensions are 28mx15m with a perimeter band of 2m. The total turfed area therefore would be 608 square metres.

Bay Turf have indicated that turf to cover a court of that size would cost around $168 per square metre to install, or a total cost of $102,380 +GST including ground preparation, line painting and two basketball towers.

The cost of excavation and development of the fitness trail is estimated to be $10,000.

This gives the project a total cost of $112,380 + GST. Plans and choice of location

Please refer to the attached artists impression of the reserve and proposed court development and fitness trail in Appendix 4. The plan shows the court parallel with the playground. It may be prudent to consider more of a north−south orientation (with a tolerance of 100 to 15° deviation) While this orientation might require more space, it is the same

335 orientation as the court at Mahy Reserve, Ohope, (which has excellent usage!) and is the recommended orientation from BBNZ (Basketball New Zealand) as it prevents players from suffering sun glare.

Bob Bryne Reserve is the perfect location for installing a basketball court. In an excerpt from the BBNZ Outdoor Facilities Guide, the following key points have been identified when installing courts:

• Outdoor basketball courts have been demonstrated to have a positive impact in the urban environment and, where possible, should be considered when planning for new urban spaces and park design

• Outdoor basketball courts should be in highly visible locations and meet the minimum requirements for court size

Where these factors combine together:

• Outdoor basketball courts will be well utilised

• Anti−social behaviour will be minimised

• They will add to the appeal of the area as a destination

• The high level of use will contribute towards the passive surveillance of the area High visibility of the facilities will:

• Ensuring courts are visible increases awareness of the courts and the level of use

• Visible facilities can add to a sense of place and belonging within the community, and help define a public area, e.g. the Auckland Waterfront and Waitangi Park in Wellington

• Facilities that are highly visible and located near other activities can reduce the level of vandalism and perceptions of anti−social behaviour.

Where possible, facilities should be co−located with other activities. Having the playground, the holiday park, the wharf, harbour and the beach all within easy access makes this site an appealing location for people of all ages.

The site has easy access with plenty of parking, a public transport link, and allows the access of emergency vehicles if required. Timeframes

I am aware of the timeframes of the LTP and that the Council will meet to formally approve the LTP on the 28th of June. If the submission is accepted, the turf could be installed within the spring period, and completed in time for the summer of 2018−19.

336 Signature of submitter: i7a_77/1 Full Name:

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Appendices

Appendix 1: Letter of support from Audri Abbot, Development Officer for Tauranga City Basketball Association.

Appendix 2: Letter of support from Brad Edwards, GM Community Basketball for BBNZ

Appendix 3: Quote for installation of turf from Bay Turf

Appendix 4: Artists impression of proposed development at Bob Byrne Reserve

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Bay TurfTurf Limited, 165 Munro Road, RD 7, Te Puna, Tauranga 3179 p 07 552 4217 f 07 552 5917 e office@batyturtnz w www.ba urf.nz

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Whakatane — Ohope Community Board

Attn: Moira Hanna Re: Artificial Turf Basketball Court

Thank you for the opportunity to submit our quotation to supply and install an artificial turf Basketball court, 28.0m x 15.0m, plus a 2.0m wide surround to perimeter. Total Area = 608m2

Basketball Court $ 102,380.00 + GST

This price includes the following ;

* Establishment on site and health & safety * Site works * Construction of compacted metal base * Place and compact 25mm asphalt * Supply and installation of two basketball towers * Supply and installation of TigerTurf Tournament 1000 turf * All line markings for one basketball court *. Supply and spread sand infill −„1/4 Grooming * Site clean up

• Please note, pricing is based on measurements provided via email and subject to confirmation following a site visit to assess site access, top soil depths etc.

This pricing does not include any sub−base drainage, chainlink mesh perimeter fencing, or any allowance for temporary site access roading (if required).

All pricing will remain valid until 16th July 2018.

Please read in conjunction with our attached Terms of Trade document. If you have any queries regarding this costing please don't hesitate to contact me.

Regards BAY TURF LTD

Myles Carter Quote Administrator m 027 552 4217

339 10th April 2018

LOCAL BASKETBALL

My name is Audri Abbot, I play coach and referee basketball and have done so for the past 30 years. I was a member of the Tall Ferns (Women's National Team), played Women's First Division basketball for Auckland for just over a decade and played overseas in the States, UK and Asia.

Since 2016, I was a TCBA Representative Coach working with the Under 15 Boys, Assistant Coach for WBC Coasters Tauranga and NZ U14 Boys Koru Tour Team who travelled to Australia.

2017 & 2018 I managed the EBoP Secondary Schools Competition Friday nights in Terms 2 & 3, played at the War Memorial Whakatane where this year we have included the Intermediate Schools who play in our junior section

In 2018 we have introduced Navigation Training Programs at the War Memorial Whakatane in Term 1, 2, 3 & 4 whereby the programme consists of weekly coaching sessions where basic fundamentals are introduced in an age relevant manner within FUN activities and drills.

The popularity of basketball is exploding in New Zealand, and the demand for facilities is great, so I fully endorse and support any attempt to build courts. We struggle to find venues for games and training sessions at this time so the court will be well used and give kids (and some adults) a place for exercise and fun.

Regards

Audri Abbot! Whakatane TCBA Development Officer 0273150333 [email protected]

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13 April 2018

To whom it may concern

RE: Basketball New Zealand support for Whakatane−Ohope Community Board submission for an outdoor basketball court Basketball New Zealand (BBNZ) is fully supportive of the VVhakatane−Ohope Community Board submission for an outdoor basketball court. Tauranga City Basketball Association (TCBA) are also supportive of the submission and are a member association of BBNZ and sanctioned to provide and develop basketball in the Tauranga area.

The provision of suitable facilities to cater for growing demand is a critical issue for our sport. With the support of Sport New Zealand we have produced an Outdoor Facilities Guide to assist discussions with Councils and stakeholders that is available on our website. This document provides evidence of the growing demand for outdoor courts and the positive community benefits they provide and case studies of successful developmennts.

Basketball can demonstrate high participation rates and high growth rates as the fastest growing large sport in New Zealand. NZSSC data below shows that basketball is now the third most popular sport by participation in secondary schools and on track to be the largest sport for young people by 2020.

An outdoor court will provide a positive benefit to young people and their communities and also help manage the growing demand on indoor court space as basketball continues to grow.

If you have any further questions please contact me. Kind regards

Brad Edwards GM Community Basketball

PH: 64 4 498 5950− FAX: 64 4 472 3623 Level 1, 55 Abel Smith Street, Wellington 6011 PO Box 6052, Marion Square Wellington 6141 www.basketball.org.nz — email: [email protected]

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Thank you for the opportunity to submit to the Whakatane District Council 2018‐28 Long Term Plan. As a member of the Green Print group, an instigator of the CReW reuse centre, waste management consultant, and interested resident I am submitting the following comments. General The Green Print group is the latest in a number of attempts by the community to work more closely with the council on various issues. In the past, some of these attempts have been successful and have resulted in projects like the CReW reuse centre, which had just a small amount of initial funding from the council and now has grown into a self‐sustaining community project achieving diversion from landfill, accessible low‐cost items for the community, micro‐business support, and employment and training. One of the reasons these community initiatives can fail is due to lack of a centre point of communication and coordination. The Green Print group is in danger of this; the coordination of the group currently comes from interested councillors and the Whakatane Ki Mua coordinator. If this latter position no longer exists, or is scaled back, the Green Print group will struggle to get anything done despite the strong levels of interest, skills, and knowledge that are present. I believe that if the community and council worked together much more closely, the district would be better off. Outcome sought: Council allocate a small amount of funding to provide coordination and support the Green Print group in delivering projects and interventions that will support the community in becoming more resilient and responsive to climate change challenges. Tourism and Events I do not support an increase in spending on tourism and events. The costs of promoting Whakatane as a tourism and events centre should be met by the businesses that benefit from this. There are far more important things for Council to spend money on. Priorities for the Budget I do not support the use of general rates funding to pay for a White Island experience centre. I do not feel that Ohope reserves, being in such a vulnerable area with the expected impact of climate change, need to have $2.5M spent on them. I do not support the proposal of a second vehicle crossing into Whakatane, particularly if it is to involve the vulnerable and potentially contaminated land on the Piripai spit.

346 I DO support a more sustainable option which is to have pedestrian and cycling bridges only at the centre of town to Piripai spit, and Poroporo to Trident High School; with added investment in public transport from Coastlands and surrounds, and any potential Piripai spit developments. I DO support the continuation of the $65,000 per year funding for the Whakatane Ki Mua project. More on this below. I do not support the refurbishment of the Whakatane airport unless it is for safety reasons. It’s perfectly functional as it is. General priorities I believe the council needs to take the potential impacts of climate change much more seriously, and take this into consideration when it considers where and how to spend funds. Climate Change I strongly support the work of the Council in developing a Climate Change Action Plan, and incorporating climate change issues into daily decision‐making, the District Plan, and the Infrastructure Strategy. I support specific services that the Council is already providing such as the kerbside green waste collection and free solar hot water building consents. I, as well as other Green Print members, am keen to work in the area of climate change action and we can work alongside council and other agencies to achieve greater outcomes. Outcome sought: Council continue their current focus on climate change‐related work and use the resources of the Green Print group to enable better outcomes. Whakatane Ki Mua I strongly support the Whakatane Ki Mua project and would like to see the funding for coordination and community‐led initiatives continued. Outcome sought: Council incorporate the $65k per year into their budgets for the term of this LTP, adding $4.10 to each property’s rates. Some of this funding should be made available to community groups, so it can be drawn down and leveraged to access more external funding to support this activity, in a similar way as CReW was able to do. I suggest that the Whakatane Ki Mua coordinator could be expanded to incorporate the coordination of the Green Print Group. Hearings I wish to be heard in support of this submission.

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Hi there,

I was wondering if you would consider covering the pergola that covers the picnic table beside the dog park?

There was a group of us there one Sunday and it started to rain, the weather is so unpredictable these days and even on rainy days the dogs still have to be exercised, plus on sunny days in summer it would provide shade 😊

Thanks so much!

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Engagement policy

Good leadership will always take the people with them and a good way to do this is to have open Consultation and engagement. It is important especially around council expenditure and income. This needs full disclosure with open and transparency alongside financial impact and ramifications. What is the measure of good governance? Open and responsible to the ratepayers. I do not consider face book or the likes a consultative method.

Considering the forecast infrastructure expenditure for this ltp period it may be time to revisit the memorandum of understanding regarding the harbour board funds. I think the council see this as a cash cow that is been wasted on stuff around the harbour. If no consideration is to be given to wharf replacement or the purposed marina development that maybe could incorporate a second light vehicle bridge to piripi. Then we should consider that it becomes a dividend stream back to the ratepayers to fund other infrastructure.

Another consideration is to challenge the existing system of funding new infrastructure with reference to water. Moving from a loan to cover the cost over intergenerational time to adding 5‐10 cents per cubic meter of water to get ahead of the levels the council can have of debt. The irresponsible level of expenditure on non‐essential projects has put council into this position. Now is the time to think differently to challenge and break down the existing rules so council can be sustainable and affordable into the future. It is time to show some leadership and the ability to think outside of the square to a problem that appears to be nationwide, then get LGNZ alongside to make local government sustainable and affordable

Rates

The question is … do properties which have SNA’s or SIB’s on them have to pay full value on them in their rates. Then is this reflected also in the regional rates as they do not recognise or have the same values placed on them?

359 These areas are no longer productive and I ask is it land conservation or land confiscation in the amount of restrictions placed on them. If the council values these areas so highly to place such a value on them, it is only fair it is reflected in the rates as it is a direct infringement of property rights.

The boat ramp

Another council beautification and waste of harbour board funds. Comply with H&S and do no more. You are been extravagant.

Re boat ramp funding. Yes there should be a boat ramp fee at all boat ramps. Otherwise boaties will just move to the free ones.

By charging we are picking up on user pays especially non‐ Whakatane ratepayers. A system that differentiates between the 2 would be a preference so local ratepayers pay less.

Murapara’s water as a rural ratepayer we meet our own costs for water and fund our own schemes and those that use should contribute to their own scheme

Tourism cost should be borne by those whose are in the industry or benefit from tourism. Costs to all ratepayers must be minimized (option 2)

Priorities on expenditure. (option 3) This needs closer attention with all the water resource consent coming up council needs to start working within its income and not rely on continual rate increases. Our rates have moved from $4000 to WDC to now over $10000 and total rates of $23000 plus drainage rates that vary from $3000‐7000 per year. Much is asked of the sustainability of farming and I will ask the same of council…are you being sustainable? How much more can ratepayers afford?. What value or increased value do we get?

Where to cut cost

Budget projections have expenditure of Ohope reserves development of $2.5m funded by loan….WHY?

White island experience centre. WHY when we have the real thing on our doorsteps

The wdc war memorial hall centre has big expenditure due to council been negligent and not having an ongoing maintenance programme. This needs to be remembered with council’s new buildings over the recent years to keep them maintained into the future.

The council is a very generous benefactor giving away ratepayers money on /to/ for groups and organisations within the district. I understand if these organisations are doing projects that enhance council’s assets, but seriously question such gifting to other projects. This maybe a small figure in terms of council’s income, but collectively over the years the figure will add up. It is not council’s role to be Santa Claus

360 Re alternative water for Whakatane and Ohope. What has council been wasting time and money on over the past 10 year period? This was a subject of review and has still only at this stage indicates the inefficient and lack of direction that exists within this business unit. This has cost ratepayers money and will still cost more before a decision is reached

Climate change the council needs to be more proactive as it will impact on roading and infrastructure. Because of this civil defence also needs reviewing. We need rural civil defence controllers who can focus on the rural area versus the current urban focused system. Maybe funding 3 rural councillors or rural leaders to fill the role and who understands the rural implications

Reducing debt should be council’s priority not incurring more debt.

While these may appear to be small points from an outside person not knowing the full workings of council, those inside should have a better understanding and be aiming for a sustainable, resilient and regenerative business model that shows great leadership and governance that is open, transparent and accountable to its ratepayers. We have a district plan that is all about what we can’t do and not about growing the district with a vision and direction by providing an affordable positive for the existing and current ratepayers who live here now.

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2 WHAKATANE DISTRICT COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN − CONSULTATION DOCUMENT SUBMISSION FORM − Page SUBMISSION ID 365 Marcus Baker SUBMISSION TO THE WHAKATANE DISTRICT COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

Thank you for the opportunity to submit to the Whakatane District Council 2018‐28 Long Term Plan. As a member of Green Print, founder of the CReW reuse centre, and interested resident I am submitting the following comments. General The Green Print group is the latest in a number of attempts by the community to work more closely with the council on various issues. In the past, some of these attempts have been successful and have resulted in projects like:

 The CReW reuse centre: from its beginnings, including a small initial funding grant from the council, has grown this self‐sustaining community project, which achieves diversion from landfill, accessible low‐cost items for the community, micro‐business support, and employment and training.  Bike tracks and parks: the skills, knowledge and enthusiasm in the community for more cycling‐related infrastructure in partnership with the council’s resources has resulted in these well‐used community assets. Some attempts have been unsuccessful or have petered off for various reasons. One of the reasons these community initiatives can fail is due to lack of a centre point of communication and coordination. The Green Print group is in danger of this; the coordination of the group currently comes from interested councilors and the Whakatane Ki Mua coordinator. If this latter position no longer exists, or is scaled back, the Green Print group will struggle to get anything done despite the strong interest, skills, and knowledge that are present. Outcome sought: Council allocate a small amount of funding to provide coordination and support the Green Print group in delivering projects and interventions that will support the community in becoming more resilient and responsive to climate change challenges. Climate Change I strongly support the work of the Council in developing a Climate Change Action Plan, and incorporating climate change issues into daily decision‐making, the District Plan, and the Infrastructure Strategy. I support specific services that the Council is already providing such as the kerbside green waste collection and free solar hot water building consents. I, as well as other Green Print members, are keen to work in the area of climate change action and we can work alongside council and other agencies to achieve greater outcomes.

366 Outcome sought: Council continue their current focus on climate change‐related work and use the resources of the Green Print group to enable better outcomes. Whakatane Ki Mua I strongly support the Whakatane Ki Mua project and would like to see the funding for coordination and community‐led initiatives continued. Outcome sought: Council incorporate the $65k per year into their budgets for the term of this LTP, adding $4.10 to each property’s rates. Some of this funding should be made available to community groups, so it can be drawn down and leveraged to access more external funding to support this activity, in a similar way as CReW was able to do. I suggest that the Whakatane Ki Mua coordinator could be expanded to incorporate the coordination of the Green Print Group. Hearings I wish to be heard in support of this submission.

Regards Marcus Baker

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Would you like to present your submission in person at a hearing? Yes

I do NOT wish to speak in support of my submission and ask that the following submission be fully considered.

What is a fair way of funding expensive future upgrades for Murupara's water and wastewater systems?

OPTION 1: Equalise the costs of Murupara water and wastewater from 2018/19 (Council's preferred option). OPTION 2: Do not equalise the costs of Murupara water and wastewater (the current approach). OPTION 3: Equalise Murupara water and wastewater over a number of years.

Comments

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Should we put more money towards tourism and events?

OPTION 1: Put an additional $150,000 towards tourism and events (Council's preferred option). OPTION 2: Keep tourism and events funding the same at $872,000 per year (the current approach). OPTION 3: Increase tourism and events funding by more than $150,000.

Comments The district is a popular tourist destination & is on the east coast tourism trail. More needs to be done to increase the length of stay by tourists in the district. This investment by Council will see more tourism money spent on local businesses which in turn will promote more local businesses & re-investment by those businesses. The activity is already there, but more can & should be done to improve upon the current level of activity. An increase in tourism and event funding will enable this to be achieved more readily.

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Eastern Bay of Plenty Branch Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society NZ Inc PO Box 152 Whakatane [email protected] Contact: Linda Conning 07 3077 108

23 April 2018

WHAKATANE DISTRICT COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN 2018

The Eastern Bay of Plenty Branch of Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society NZ Inc welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Long Term Plan.

1. Water and Waste 1.1 The Branch supports prioritising the Three Waters. Adequate maintenance and upgrades are essential to the health of people and the environment.

1.2 Given the issues with Whakatane and Ohope water supply, the council should consider offering subsidies to residents to install rainwater collection tanks for garden, carwashing and other non-potable uses. A 4m3 plastic tank is only $750 and this volume of water could readily cover urban outdoor needs in the summer dry periods.

1.3 The Council is congratulated for its imposition of water metering, which clearly reduces consumption by almost 50%. The continuation of this programme (Matata) is supported, and we encourage the Council to extend this to Murupara and any other unmetered areas.

1.4 The proposal for integrating the district’s wastewater processing seems sound, although we understand that tangata whenua generally oppose ocean outfalls, a matter the council will have to address in re-consenting.

2. Solid Waste 2.1 Whakatane is well served with its kerbside recycling programme which is ahead of Tauranga by a long way. This should have led to a reduction in waste to landfill but according to the 2016-17 Annual Report the target has not been met, excluding the effect of the Edgecumbe flood. This is the ideal time to take waste reduction to another level through committing to a Zero Waste Strategy.

2.2 Zero Waste could be described as an aspirational goal, and will certainly not be achieved overnight, but there are an increasing number of residents uncomfortable with throwing things away, and the negative effects on the environment of readily discarded items, especially plastics.

2.3 Information and education are crucial aspects of a zero waste strategy, as well as a reduction in waste to landfill bin size. The latter has cost implications so far as replacing existing bin stock. Forest and Bird requests that the council investigate zero waste with a view to introducing it in the next Long Term Plan.

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3. Parks and Reserves 3.1 Forest and Bird is primarily concerned with Parks and Open Space management. We note that the Activity detail does not mention that the Council is the administering body of scenic reserves and needs to provide for their care, especially through pest control.

3.2 “Harbour Beautification” (C11169*000 - P&G) This budget line has an annual budget of c $75-88,000 each year. We are not sure what this is intended for but Forest and Bird requests that $5000 per year (or from other appropriate budget lines, possibly the Harbour Fund), be committed to the Whakatane Harbour Care Project, jointly funded by Bay of Plenty Regional Council, DoC and Forest and Bird.

3.3 The Biodiversity Management programme has finished its first 5 year cycle and is currently being renewed, seeking greater involvement from Ngati Awa and the Opihiwhanaungakore Trustees. This is an encouraging development. However at the time of writing, the council contribution, if any, is unknown. This project is of more than just passing interest to the Council.

3.4 Most if not all current councillors may be unaware, but a significant background issue is that the conditions of consent for the Green Wharf (1996) required, amongst other things:

“MITIGATION MEASURES

2.1 The consent holder shall undertake off-set mitigation works as agreed with the Department of Conservation. The works shall be the removal of invasive exotic vegetation from the salt marsh area on the south bank of the Whakatane River as shown on plan number WDC 1521/14 [Apanui Saltmarsh]. These off-set works shall be carried out when required for the term of the permit.”

The permit expires in 2031.

3.5 Forest and Bird initiated the Whakatane Harbour Care Project in 2010, and volunteers have not only been controlling invasive exotic vegetation in the Apanui Saltmarsh and elsewhere on council land, but are continuing to restore the wetland with extensive native plantings including their on-going care, and are keen to expand the restoration to the other side of the river.

3.6 Removal of the invasive pampas, gorse and other weeds will not only improve the ecological function of the area, but will also greatly improve the view from Whakatane township, especially form the Warren Cole Walkway.

3.7 The group also maintain a network of bait stations along the riverbank which has reduced, if not eliminated, a serious rat problem in the Town Centre.

3.8 Forest and Bird therefore considers it only reasonable that the Council continue to actively support this project financially.

4. District Plan Implementation 4.1 Funding should be specifically set aside for effective signage to implement the vehicle prohibition rules at Ohope and Opihi Spits (C11200*000 and C11200*000), if not from other cost centres.

4.2 Signs erected to date have been too small, too few, and poorly located. To quote from one of the shorebird minders “it’s the sign you put up when you don’t want a sign”. Forest and Bird

2 384 is willing to work with council officers to achieve the best outcome, but an adequate budget must be provided.

4.3 Forest and Bird supports the funding for significant natural heritage sites (C11226*000 - Significant Sites - Whk Renew) and commends the council for reinstating and increasing this fund to a meaningful level. However we are not sure if landowners of such sites are aware of it and how to access it.

5. Bylaw education and implementation 5.1 As discussed in Forest and Bird’s recent submissions on the Beach and Dog Bylaws, for bylaws to be effective the public need to know what they say, through signage, publicity and enforcement, including security guards where necessary. This also needs to be adequately provided for in the Ten Year Plan.

6. Growth and Development 6.1 Forest and Bird supports development contributions for new developments so that those benefitting from economic growth make their contribution to the costs of providing infrastructure and reserves. The Branch also supports the inclusion of Financial Contributions for roading and public reserves, as without this the provisions in the District Plan cannot be fully implemented.

6.2 It is encouraging to see that the council is developing a Climate Change Action Plan. Forest and Bird considers that the council should be investing in natural hazard and climate change mitigation, and have these matters as a priority when considering growth, especially for residential development. It is not clear where, if at all, in the Long Term Plan this is budgeted for. This should be provided for.

7. Overall effect on Rates 7.1 In our experience, when residents seek that Council fund various projects, the question always asked is ‘what do you think we should reduce spending on? One item in the budget that could readily be cut is $40,000 for Christmas lighting. This should only be considered if the expenditure requested in this submission is provided for.

7.2 There may be other items that could be recommended for reduction but the lack of specificity in the draft plan makes it all but impossible for the community to suggest what could be cut. However we observe that the frequency of lawn mowing in the town could easily be reduced (reducing emissions) and the savings used to reduce invasive weeds on council roadsides – wild ginger, moth plant, Taiwan cherry, pampas, climbing asparagus and woolly nightshade are the Top Six.

The Branch would like to be heard.

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1. WATER QUALITY AND SILT PREVENTION

Section 1 of this Care Group submission is again referenced to the Sullivan Lake Management Plan 2015, as was our submission to the Annual Plan 2016−17 vision of We believe the same issues are still applicable and relevant as the Plan's small lake for the Whakatane an attractive reserve that provides an appealing community to enjoy passive recreation" has not been achieved.

The paramount goal for the achievement of the Management Plan's vision is "To manage and improve water quality." the increased The reasons for our submission focussing on the water quality is that quality along summer temperature has had a significant adverse effect on the water with the devastating consequence of a pump failure resulting in the death of more than 80 birds from botulism in February this year. An objective in the Management Plan (Page 16) is "To maintain water quality at an appropriate level to support wildlife" and We are conscious that we are being challenged by rising summer temperatures so ask that the issues facing the water quality of the Lake are addressed before it is too late.

The Care Group implores the Council that the original purpose of Sullivan Lake be acknowledged and respected.

The developers, Sir William Sullivan and Richard Martin "asked for and were given become and an assurance that the proposed lake would not be allowed to stagnant conflict with the that a flow offresh water will be available at all times." This is in present stated purpose of Sullivan Lake as "a storage area for stormwater during heavy rain events. "(Page 4 SLMP) With the lake having become a stormwater storage build of silt area it brings with it all the negative issues we face today There is the up in the lake, industrial waste entering the stormwater system from the industrial area of Valley Road and Te Tahi St. and to a lesser extent from residential properties, contaminants from the roads as well as general debris eg leaves and rubbish and faecal matter.

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PART 4 GENERAL OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES (Page 14) (Page14) Goal 1: To manage and enhance conservation values. around the Lake a) Continue the policy to develop a semi−natural wetland ecology margins. (p14)

for the b) That Council consider and explore other alternative weed control systems Lake other than chemical control only. (P14) of The enactment ofthese two polices will enhance water quality and the appearance method ofweed control the the surrounding reserve. With the use ofchemicals as a dead plants further increase the nutrient levels in the Lake.

Goal 2: To manage and improve water quality (P16)

We request that Council maintain water quality at an appropriate level to support wildlife and enhance the use ofthe reserve. rehabilitation of We request that the Council actively pursues research on the effective "Guideline for Artificial artificial lakes such as Sullivan Lake. The NIWA Report Lakes," and the Parklink information are two relevant sources.

Goal 5: To plan and manage the effects of utility infrastructure on the reserve. (P22)

Actions 5.1 (P23)

bathymetric a) To continue to monitor the impact ofsilt on the lake by undertaking intervals. surveys ofthe lake bed at three yearly

b) To continue the system ofsilt removal at the southern end ofthe lake.

The Care Group requests that after the investigations that the Management Plan had timed for 2015−16 the following preventative measures are implemented.

the lake c) Systems are developed to prevent silt from entering budget, which d) That the programme ofsilt removal budgeted for in the 2016−17 whole lake. will begin in July this year be continued to remove silt from the

The Care Group requests that Council budget for the continuation ofthe silt removal programme from the whole ofSullivan Lake.

390 To ensure that this significant financial cost of silt removal does not have to be revisited in the near future we request that Council implement the most efficient option to restrict sediment deposition into the Lake.

In addition to our main submission which is referenced to the Management Plan we include the following two submissions, a walkway which will make the reserve more accessible to walkers, wheels and people with disabilities and secondly the upgrade of the weir which is a health and safety issue for Council staff.

2. WALKWAY ON EASTERN SIDE OF THE RESERVE

We request Council to include $30,000 pa over the next 5 years to install an all weather surface walkway on the eastern side of the Lake from the Olympic Drive access way to the Douglas St vehicle access way.

3. UPGRADE OF THE WEIR

We are pleased to learn that the upgrade of the weir at King St is budgeted for enabling the Lake to be flushed meeting health and safety regulations.

When done in a timely way the flushing of the Lake is a cost effective and successful way of reducing the increase of cynobacteria and botulism in the Lake.

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SUBMISSION BY TRUSTPOWER LIMITED TO WHAKATĀNE DISTRICT COUNCIL'S DRAFT LONG TERM PLAN 2018-2028

1. Trustpower Limited (Trustpower) thanks the Whakatāne District Council (Council) for the opportunity to make a submission on its Draft Long Term Plan 2018-2028 (Draft Plan).

2. Trustpower owns and operates the Matahina Hydroelectric Power Scheme (the Scheme), in the Whakatāne District, being a 80 MW scheme located on the Rangitāiki River and forming Lake Matahina behind the Matahina Dam. The Scheme has a Capital Value (CV) of $163,300,000 and a Land Value (LV) of $1,600,000.

3. As you are aware, Trustpower has opposed the District Roading Rate in the past. Notably, Trustpower raised its concerns during the 2016/2017 Annual Plan consultation process and received a response from Council dated 5 July 2016 advising Trustpower that Council would be carrying out a rating review prior to the Draft Plan, and would consider options around the District Roading Rate charging methodology through that process. Council suggested Trustpower make their submission to be considered through that process.

4. In a letter to Council dated 3 April 2017 Trustpower signalled its interest in being involved with that review. Despite this, Council has not involved Trustpower in the rating review. As such, Trustpower continues to oppose the District Roading Rate and wishes to make the following submission.

Submission

5. Trustpower paid $122,199.02 for the District Roading Rate in 2017/2018 and will pay $114,809.70 for the District Roading Rate proposed in the Draft Plan, based on the capital value of the Scheme. Trustpower considers this amount excessive for one specific rate and disproportionate to Trustpower’s road usage in the District.

6. Under s 101(3) of the Local Government Act 2002 (LGA) the funding needs of a local authority must be met from those sources that the local authority determines to be appropriate, following consideration of a series of matters, which include:

(a) In relation to each activity to be funded, the distribution of benefits between the community as a whole, any identifiable part of the community, and individuals; and

(b) The extent to which the actions or inaction of particular individuals or a group contribute to the need to undertake the activity.

7. This section is a critical filter by which funding sources must be considered and determined, and all critical factors must be weighed and evaluated. Trustpower considers that it derives very little benefit from activities funded by the District Roading Rate, especially relative to the high amount it contributes to this rate, given the minimal road usage associated with the

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Scheme. For the same reasons, Trustpower also considers that it contributes very little to Council’s need to undertake the activities funded by the District Roading Rate.

8. As the District Roading Rate is based on CV, high CV properties pay a significant amount regardless of their road use or the benefit obtained by those properties. As outlined in its 2016/2017 Annual Plan submission, Trustpower is the highest contributor to the District Roading Rate despite its activities at the Scheme having minimal impact on roads. This means Trustpower pays more towards the District Roading Rate than Fonterra Ltd (Fonterra) and forestry companies in the District which are heavy road users and have a much bigger impact on roads than Trustpower.

9. These companies operate heavy vehicles such as milk tankers and logging trucks which must make frequent vehicle movements to collect and deliver milk between farms, the factory and the Port, and to transport logs. Fonterra also employs hundreds of staff who must travel to and from the factory each day using District roads. By contrast, the Scheme rarely requires heavy vehicles to access the site and has only two staff members based on site. The Scheme only uses one Council road (Galatea Road) and Trustpower already pays a large amount of private costs for road maintenance. Given the minimal road usage associated with the Scheme, the amount Trustpower pays to the District Roading Rate is disproportionate to the level of service utilised.

10. Council adopted the following relevant principles as part of its funding philosophy that underpins the rating system for the Draft Plan:

(a) Where services and the beneficiaries of those services can be clearly defined, those beneficiaries should contribute towards the cost of providing those services in proportion to their level of use through direct user charges provided it is administratively efficient to do so; and

(b) Where specific benefits accrue to a particular part or parts of the District, the cost of those benefits should be met through rates charged to that part or parts of the District, through the application of differentials and/or targeted rates.

11. The amount Trustpower contributes towards the District Roading Rate is disproportionate to the benefit it receives from Council’s roading activities and is inconsistent with Council’s funding philosophy. Trustpower seeks that Council implement a new Electricity Generation differential for the District Roading Rate. This would be more consistent with Council’s funding philosophy and also the critical factors outlined in s 101(3) LGA, discussed above.

Relief Sought

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and inappropriate rates being levied against Trustpower. Specifically, Trustpower seeks that Council:

(a) Introduce an Electricity Generation differential for the District Roading Rate; or

(b) Set the District Roading Rate based on land value.

General

13. Trustpower does not wish to be heard in support of its submission.

Signature:

Trustpower Limited Nicola Foran, Lead Environmental Advisor - Regulatory

Date: 23 April 2018

Address for service:

Trustpower Limited Private Bag 12023 Tauranga 3143 Attn: Ms Nicola Foran

Telephone: (021) 908 951 Email: [email protected]

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From: Carolyn Hamill Sent: Thursday, 19 April 2018 10:36 PM To: Submissions Subject: Fwd: LTP submission on Apanui Canal enhancement

Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Completed

The Whakatane-Ohope Community Board would like to support enhancing the Apanui Canal environment and surrounding green space. We envisage this through three main avenues:

1. Improving the ecology and aesthetics of Apanui canal through stream-edge and wetland planting from Pyne St down to the Skate Park. Stream-edge planting would provide greater shade to aquatic life, improving biodiversity and fish life and extending the benefits of the recently installed Fish-Friendly Flapgates at McAlister St Pump Station. Planting may also reduce costs to WDC longterm through reduction of current regular maintenance of stream edges such as weed-eating.

2. We would like to see an extension of the footpath from Bracken St through to the Strand to improve connectivity from Warren Cole Walkway to the town. It would make it considerably safer for mobility scooters, cyclists and pedestrians including children and youth using the Skate Park.

3. We would also like WDC to consider other recreational features such as a picnic table or seating around the Apanui canal to make it a more desirable and enjoyable space to be.

The WOCB would be happy to speak to this submission.

Yours sincerely Carolyn Hamill

1 403 404 405 406 407 Whakatane District Council Long Term Plan Submission Document — Installation of a Basketball Court at the Bob Byrne Reserve, Port Ohope

Submitter: Moira Hanna, on behalf of Whakatane−Ohope Community Board

Phone: 027 302 4503 IVV Email: [email protected]

Postal Address: 12 Manuera Place, Ohope

I do wish to be heard in support of my submission.

Justification

There are four key reasons why Council should make provision in the Long Term Plan and Budget for installation of a basketball court and fitness trail at the Bob Byrne Reserve in Port Ohope.

1. The Port Ohope Concept Plan, in consultation with members of the public, shows a desire from stakeholders and community members to maintain a green corridor running from the harbour to the ocean. This is shown in the latest plan, which encourages visitors to the area to enjoy not only the harbour and wharf, but also the reserve and ocean. A court will assist in integrating all of these separate areas into an active, fun, and family−orientated outdoor space. 2. In keeping with this theme, the vision is to have a fitness trail similar to the harbour side trail around the outside of the reserve, on the eastern side. This will then join the sand dunes to the Port. The harbour side trail is proving to be very popular for many groups. Having an area set aside with a fitness trail would be very beneficial as a starting/finishing point for many group activities. 3. Basketball is one of the fastest growing sports for youth in NZ. In 2017 playing numbers increased by 27%. In a document from Basketball New Zealand, "There is international evidence that basketball is unique amongst sports in that basketball− related programmes can have a particularly positive impact on social outcomes. Basketball has the potential to assist in addressing issues relating to education, health, inclusion opportunities, aspiration, gang culture, anti−social behaviour and meaningful employment". Please refer also to the letters of support from local and national basketball organisations. Basketball is one of the most popular participation sports for New Zealand youth, and one of the biggest team sports in the country. The Active NZ Survey 2 shows there are 209,427 adults (aged 16+) participating in basketball. The NZ Young People's Survey 3 shows that 367,000 young people (aged 5−18 years) participate in basketball. The combined figures, adjusted for the age overlap, show that half a million Kiwis play basketball on an annual basis. Basketball is the number three team

408 for sport adults (behind cricket and touch football). Based on the NZ Young People's Survey, basketball is the number one "mucking around" sport and recreation activity for young New Zealanders: • Number one for boys 10−14 years (61% of all boys participated)

• Number one for boys 15−18 years (48% of all boys participated)

• Number one team sport for girls 10−14 years (59% of all girls participated)

• Number one team sport for girls 15−18 years (41% of all girls participated).

We would also love to make the court wheel−chair friendly and available for wheelchair basketball. If it is disability−friendly this will tie in to a growing awareness and planning for mobility impaired members of our community.

4. In the Ohope Port area there are a lot of teenagers/young adults, who are drawn to the activities at the wharf. An outdoor basketball court would be the centre piece of the reserve, a huge attraction for the area. The court doesn't just have to be used for basketball either the — space could be used by fitness groups, dance teams, and a hard space for market days or festivals. The reserve will become a popular hub for games and a place to gather and spend some quality, healthy, active family time.

Budget

We have received a provisional quote from Bay Turf, local agents for a national company called Tiger Turf.

Artificial turf is considered to be the favoured playing surface for ballsports, than asphalt. It is easy to maintain, quick to install, and has a long lifespan.

The court size and internal dimensions of the playing areas are derived from the FIBA Official Basketball Court Markings 20104 for a full−sized court. They strongly advise that outdoor basketball courts must meet the minimum standards in terms of court size and markings. The full−sized court dimensions are 28mx15m with a perimeter band of 2m. The total turfed area therefore would be 608 square metres. Bay Turf have indicated that turf to cover a court of that size would cost around $168 per square metre to install, or a total cost of $102,380 +GST including ground preparation, line painting and two basketball towers.

The cost of excavation and development of the fitness trail is estimated to be $10,000.

This gives the project a total cost of $112,380 + GST. Plans and choice of location

Please refer to the attached artists impression of the reserve and proposed court development and fitness trail in Appendix 4. The plan shows the court parallel with the playground. It may be prudent to consider more of a north−south orientation (with a tolerance of 100 to 15° deviation) While this orientation might require more space, it is the

409 same orientation as the court at Mahy Reserve, Ohope, (which has excellent usage!) and is the recommended orientation from BBNZ (Basketball New Zealand) as it prevents players from suffering sun glare.

Bob Bryne Reserve is the perfect location for installing a basketball court. In an excerpt from the BBNZ Outdoor Facilities Guide, the following key points have been identified when installing courts:

• Outdoor basketball courts have been demonstrated to have a positive impact in the urban environment and, where possible, should be considered when planning for new urban spaces and park design

• Outdoor basketball courts should be in highly visible locations and meet the minimum requirements for court size

Where these factors combine together:

• Outdoor basketball courts will be well utilised

• Anti−social behaviour will be minimised

• They will add to the appeal of the area as a destination

• The high level of use will contribute towards the passive surveillance of the area High visibility of the facilities will:

• Ensuring courts are visible increases awareness of the courts and the level of use

• Visible facilities can add to a sense of place and belonging within the community, and help define a public area, e.g. the Auckland Waterfront and Waitangi Park in Wellington

• Facilities that are highly visible and located near other activities can reduce the level of vandalism and perceptions of anti−social behaviour.

Where possible, facilities should be co−located with other activities. Having the playground, the holiday park, the wharf, harbour and the beach all within easy access makes this site an appealing location for people of all ages.

The site has easy access with plenty of parking, a public transport link, and allows the access of emergency vehicles if required. Timeframes

We are aware of the timeframes of the LTP and that the Council will meet to formally 28th approve the LTP on the of June. If the submission is accepted, the turf could be installed within the spring period, and completed in time for the summer of 2018−19.

410 Signature of submitter:

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Date:

Appendices

Appendix 1: Letter of support from Audri Abbot, Development Officer for Tauranga City Basketball Association.

Appendix 2: Letter of support from Brad Edwards, GM Community Basketball for BBNZ

Appendix 3: Quote for installation of turf from Bay Turf

Appendix 4: Artists impression of proposed development at Bob Byrne Reserve

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LOCAL BASKETBALL

My name is Audri Abbot, I play coach and referee basketball and have done so for the past 30 years. I was a member of the Tall Ferns (Women's National Team), played Women's First Division basketball for Auckland for just over a decade and played overseas in the States, UK and Asia.

Since 2016, I was a TCBA Representative Coach working with the Under 15 Boys, Assistant Coach for WBC Coasters Tauranga and NZ U14 Boys Koru Tour Team who travelled to Australia.

2017 & 2018 I managed the EBoP Secondary Schools Competition Friday nights in Terms 2 & 3, played at the War Memorial Whakatane where this year we have included the Intermediate Schools who play in our junior section

In 2018 we have introduced Navigation Training Programs at the War Memorial Whakatane in Term 1, 2, 3 & 4 whereby the programme consists of weekly coaching sessions where basic fundamentals are introduced in an age relevant manner within FUN activities and drills.

The popularity of basketball is exploding in New Zealand (see attached Census) and the demand for facilities is great, so I fully endorse and support any attempt to build courts. We struggle to find venues for games and training sessions at this time so the court will be well used and give kids (and some adults) a place for exercise and fun.

Regards

Audri Abbot! Whakatane TCBA Development Officer 0273150333 dev.ebopetaurangacitybaskeball.co.nz

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% Bay of Plenty change 2013 to Sport 2000 2013 2015 2016 2017 2017 Tennis ? 314 ,, 247 Cricket ? 460 380 337 _ Badminton ? 661 623 565 1,4.5% Hockey ? 976 1117 1121 1163 19% ? 1679 7% Football 1658 L62... , _ % Netball ? 1731 i6LJ 1695 1615 r Basketball ? 920 1208 1354 1640 78% − ? _ 2058 Rugby 2150 , Volleyball ? 1544 1695 1828 1951 26%

New Zealand % % change change 2013 to 2000 to Sport 2000 2013 2015 2016 2017 2017 2017 , Tennis 7001 6934 6356 6295 5758 Cricket 17794 10439 10114 9959 9591 Badminton 5646 10041 9951 10187 10391 3% 84% Hockey 13385 13736 13902 13967 14430 5% 8% Volleyball 11027 15626 16910 .6902 17693 13% 60% t Football 19406 23354 24706 26230 25037 7% 29% Basketball 16471 20205 22186 23180 25649 27% 56% Rugby 30621 28794 28105 27261 26951 6,5% 12% _ Netball 29649 28947 29297 29257 28445 2% −4%

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To whom it may concern

RE: Basketball New Zealand support for Whakatane−Ohope Community Board submission for an outdoor basketball court Basketball New Zealand (BBNZ) is fully supportive of the Whakatane−Ohope Community Board submission for an outdoor basketball court. Tauranga City Basketball Association (TCBA) are also supportive of the submission and are a member association of BBNZ and sanctioned to provide and develop basketball in the Tauranga area.

The provision of suitable facilities to cater for growing demand is a critical issue for our sport. With the support of Sport New Zealand we have produced an Outdoor Facilities Guide to assist discussions with Councils and stakeholders that is available on our website. This document provides evidence of the growing demand for outdoor courts and the positive community benefits they provide and case studies of successful developmennts.

Basketball can demonstrate high participation rates and high growth rates as the fastest growing large sport in New Zealand. NZSSC data below shows that basketball is now the third most popular sport by participation in secondary schools and on track to be the largest sport for young people by 2020.

An outdoor court will provide a positive benefit to young people and their communities and also help manage the growing demand on indoor court space as basketball continues to grow.

If you have any further questions please contact me. Kind regards

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Brad Edwards GM Community Basketball

PH: 64 4 498 5950− FAX: 644 472 3623 Level 1, 55 Abel Smith Street, Wellington 6011 PO Box 6052, Marion Square Wellington 6141 www.basketball.org.nz — email: [email protected]

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Whakatane — Ohope Community Board

Attn: Moira Hanna Re: Artificial Turf Basketball Court

Thank you for the opportunity to submit our quotation to supply and install an artificial turf Basketball court, 28.0m x 15.0m, plus a 2.0m wide surround to perimeter. Total Area = 608m2

Basketball Court $ 102,380.00 + GST

This price includes the following ;

• Establishment on site and health & safety • Site works • Construction of compacted metal base • Place and compact 25mm asphalt • Supply and installation of two basketball towers • Supply and installation of TigerTurf Tournament 1000 turf • All line markings for one basketball court • Supply and spread sand infill • Grooming • Site clean up

• Please note, pricing is based on measurements provided via email and subject to confirmation following a site visit to assess site access, top soil depths etc.

This pricing does not include any sub−base drainage, chainlink mesh perimeter fencing, or any allowance for temporary site access roading (if required).

All pricing will remain valid until 16th July 2018.

Please read in conjunction with our attached Terms of Trade document. If you have any queries regarding this costing please don't hesitate to contact me.

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From: The New Zealand Motor Caravan Association Inc. P.O Box 72147 Papakura 2244 Email: [email protected]

Draft Long Term Plans 2018-2028

Introduction

1. We understand councils have been working on their draft Long Term Plans 2018-2028 (LTP’s) and most of these will be out for public consultation in March – May 2018. LTP’s describe the priority activities and community outcomes that councils want to achieve over the next 10 years, while coordinating resources and providing for integrated decision-making.

2. The New Zealand Motor Caravan Association (NZMCA) appreciates the opportunity to provide this feedback towards your LTP review. Formed in 1956, the NZMCA represents the interests of over 80,000 New Zealanders who enjoy exploring New Zealand at leisure in the purpose-built certified self-contained (CSC) motorhomes and caravans. NZMCA members are taxpayers, ratepayers, and domestic travellers who enjoy camping in their hometowns and other districts throughout New Zealand.

3. The domestic motor caravan industry is growing at an unprecedented rate with more and more kiwi retirees, baby boomers and families looking for opportunities to relive the quintessential kiwi-camping lifestyle. For example, the 3-day Covi Supershow held in Auckland last year sold over $32 million worth of CSC motor caravans to New Zealanders alone, compared to $18 million sold in the previous year. It is incumbent on councils to recognise and support this growing activity enjoyed by tens of thousands of kiwi families.

4. As an official partner of Local Government New Zealand and a strong advocate for responsible freedom camping in CSC vehicles, the NZMCA wants to partner with you on infrastructure development and strategic policy planning with a view to supporting responsible motor caravanning across New Zealand. Like you, we want to ensure motor caravanning is managed properly in New Zealand and provides long-term benefits to your local businesses and communities.

Driving towards a Sustainable Future

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5. To that end, the NZMCA recommends your LTP includes sufficient recognition, resourcing and prioritisation to support the continued growth of the domestic motor caravanning sector with a particular focus on the follow areas:

 New infrastructure development, e.g. public dump stations and refuse bins;  An integrated and permissive freedom camping management regime; and  Recognition of the NZMCA’s Motorhome Friendly Scheme.

Infrastructure

6. All councils have a responsibility under the Local Government Act 2002 (LGA) and the Health Act 1956 to improve, promote and protect public health. Councils are therefore expected to provide adequate public facilities such as refuse bins and public toilets – which also include public dump stations accessible to both local residents and visitors1. Furthermore, the LGA requires councils to assess whether they still meet public demand for these facilities and to take appropriate action if they do not.

7. Over the past 10 years, the NZMCA has helped co-fund hundreds of public dump station projects across New Zealand. While we continue to collaborate with councils and fill the gaps within the national network, there remain significant access and availability issues throughout many parts of New Zealand. There is growing demand for additional facilities like refuse bins and public dump stations to support visitors and kiwi families exploring our countryside.

8. The NZMCA also supports council projects that provide refuse facilities in strategic areas for visitors. For example, in partnership with the Mackenzie District Council the NZMCA financially supported a new 7m3 user-pays compact rubbish bin at Lake Tekapo. This bin is available for use to all visitors and local residents for a nominal charge.

Benefits and funding options

9. Offering facilities in strategic locations will encourage safe waste disposal and protect public health. Dump stations built to NZS 5465:2001 specifications will encourage responsible campers in CSC vehicles to visit and spend money in your towns, while providing visitors with a safe place to dispose of their waste water. The cost of constructing a new facility varies2 and largely depends on the proximity of the underground services along with any additional requirements, e.g. widening of the carriageway. The NZMCA is available to provide practical and technical advice as well as financial assistance (provided the new station meets certain criteria). Councils can also apply to MBIE’s Tourism Infrastructure Fund for additional financial support.

Recommendations

10. That your LTP includes resourcing and prioritisation for public dump station facilities built to NZS 5465:2001 specifications, along with free/low cost refuse and recycling facilities for visitors.

1 See NZS 5465:2001 and Local Government New Zealand (2000). The knowhow guide to assessing water and sanitary services under the local government act 2002. 2 We have worked with councils who have built adequate facilities for under $5,000, while other councils have spent upwards of $100,000.

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Freedom Camping

11. The NZMCA supports responsible freedom camping in CSC vehicles only. We encourage all councils to recognise the value of CSC motor caravanners throughout their camping-related policies and bylaws. The NZMCA is working with Local Government New Zealand on a ‘good practice freedom camping guide’ which will include advice to councils wanting to improve their overall management regimes. Furthermore, central government’s renewed focus on freedom camping and the formation of a cross-sector stakeholder working group may result in new ideas and management solutions coming to the fore, to help councils manage the activity differently.

12. The outcome of both initiatives may motivate your council to review its existing policy framework over the next 1-2 years, including any camping-related bylaws, reserve management plan policies, and district plan provisions. It would, therefore, be prudent for the council to set aside additional resources in anticipation of a comprehensive and holistic policy review.

Benefits

13. Setting aside sufficient resources in your LTP will make it easier for the council to adapt to the changing landscape and, if necessary, undertake a comprehensive policy review. From our experience, having immediate access to sufficient resources will make it easier for council staff to undertake adequate assessments and reviews along with genuine stakeholder engagement. Relying on unbudgeted and insufficient resources will inevitably lead to poor outcomes and exacerbate community/stakeholder angst.

Recommendations

14. That your LTP includes sufficient resourcing to initiate an integrated freedom camping management regime, which may require a comprehensive review of your relevant rules, policies and bylaws.

Motorhome Friendly Scheme

15. The NZMCA recognises the pressure New Zealand’s booming tourism industry is having on local communities and infrastructure. In response to these concerns the NZMCA initiated the ‘off the beaten track’ campaign which encourages CSC motor caravanners to visit lesser known places around New Zealand. Our campaign helps ‘spread the load’ across New Zealand and supports local operators in rural/provincial areas calling out for more tourism business. This campaign is also supported through the NZMCA’s Motorhome Friendly scheme, which promotes campgrounds and preferred freedom camping areas alongside a range of local events, e.g. food and wine festivals, music concerts, shows and other family-friendly activities.

16. The NZMCA Motorhome Friendly scheme was first introduced in 2010 and was modelled on the very successful RV Friendly scheme initiated by the Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia. The NZMCA’s scheme provides a set of amenities and services that guarantee motor caravanners a warm welcome and an enjoyable visit. Motor Caravanners will generally avoid towns and districts where they are not welcome and will go out of their way to visit a town that

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markets itself as being motorhome friendly. With on-the-road motorhome expenditure exceeding $650 million annually ($211 million of which come from NZMCA members) motorhomers and communities can certainly establish a mutually beneficial relationship.

17. The NZMCA scheme is primarily targeted at rural and provisional towns, and currently supports 38 councils and 50 friendly towns across New Zealand. There is no cost to any council or town wanting to participate in the scheme other than having friendly camping policies/bylaws along with the necessary infrastructure to support visitors travelling in CSC vehicles. Further information on the scheme can be found here – www.mhftowns.com.

Benefits

18. Participating in the motorhome friendly scheme is FREE. In return for providing adequate infrastructure (e.g. accessible dump stations) and permissive freedom camping policies/bylaws, the NZMCA will promote your town(s) and local events to motor caravan tourists across New Zealand. Our team of experienced professionals will work alongside your staff and local event organisers to showcase your towns and all they have to offer. The NZMCA also takes care of all online promotional and marketing collateral.

Recommendations

19. That your LTP explicitly recognises the value of the NZMCA Motorhome Friendly Scheme.

Summary

20. The domestic CSC motor caravan industry in New Zealand continues to grow at an unprecedented rate. More and more kiwi families are opting for passive recreational lifestyles that enable them to explore their own country. The NZMCA wants to partner with your council to help support this dream for the benefit of New Zealanders, their towns and their communities. The LTP provides an avenue for your council to recognise, resource and prioritise activities in support of this growth.

21. The NZMCA is happy to discuss this feedback and we would appreciate notification of your LTP when it is out for public consultation.

Yours faithfully, New Zealand Motor Caravan Association Inc.

James Imlach National Policy & Planning Manager [email protected]

424 Stephen Lamb

8 Haig St, Whakatane 3120

027 508 6052

Thanks for the opportunity to make a submission on the 2019-2028 LTP. I would like to comment on four items.

1. Wharf Upgrade.

I note that this is still at the business case assessment stage however as an early comment it would be good to make the wharf more of a tourist/visitor destination. Including a café of course! It feels like much more could be made of the wharf environment and the need to upgrade the wharf presents a great opportunity to do this.

2. Increasing expenditure on events

I agree that more funding should be devoted to events. While there is a link to tourism there is also the increased vibrancy for the community. It is always interesting to see things going on in town and our family tries to experience them where possible. One option might be to resurrect the farmers market that used to operate out of Mitchell Park Reserve. This was always an enjoyable occasion and seemed to be well patronised by locals and visitors. The current market at the War Memorial Hall car park doesn't quite have the same atmosphere and is not of course linked to enhancing the town centre.

3. Whakatane's Entrance

The entrance way into Whakatane (on the Hub side of the Bridge) could usefully be enhanced. I ma not sure of the land ownership but there must be opportunities to undertake planting at least within the road reserve - and giving the existing planting some attention. While the areas either side of the bridge approach look green - a significant amount of the vegetation is composed of weed species - privet, phoenix palms, honeysuckle, moth plant etc. While I do the odd bit of weeding but it needs a reasonable amount of attention. Resource provision should be made in LTP Year 1 to upgrade this area: plant maintenance, weed control, new planting, possibly tree removal? and potentially some form of simple sculptural element.

I think this would present a far better introduction to Whakatane - and I would be willing to contribute time to its ongoing maintenance.

4. Weed control (main road)

I know weed control is an ongoing and unrewarding matter but if there was the ability to do some weed control in the roadside planting on the main road (from Kope Canal Road into town) that would be worthwhile. There is a significant amount of weed infestation throughout this planting and it seems a shame that the plantings have been left to become somewhat over run with weeds.

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The Bird Walk section of Toi's track is exceedingly well used. It is certainly an attraction for visitors and is part of many locals recreational activity. My request is that the Council consider upgrading the general area around the bridge entrance. Occasionally work crews go through and cut back the brush (recently done with wattle) and spray weeds. It would be a much more attractive area if the weed control was followed up with plantings to provide a more permanent solution.

Part of the upgrade should involve taking out the mature privet trees throughout the area from the carpark through to the second bridge. These are a continuing source of weed spread into the bush. These trees would need to be taken out carefully (felled in pieces?) and replanting of appropriate species on exposed slopes done. There is some steep topography so this would not be an easy task but would be a far better environment in the long run. I do not have a specific idea of cost but assume something like $30,000 would go a reasonable way?

On this topic , it is unfortunate that when the road retaining works were done all up the Mokoroa Gorge road the exposed surfaces were not replanted as they are now becoming weed infestations further threatening the integrity of the bush. This might be something to consider for the future.

Thanks for the opportunity to comment.

Stephen Lamb

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