Freedom Camping Review - Preliminary Consultation
Q1 Are you commenting on behalf of a business, group, Community Board or Community Development Subcommittee?
Answered: 446 Skipped: 0
Yes
No
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Yes 9.64% 43
No 90.36% 403
Total 446
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Q2 Is your business or group based in the Southland District?
Answered: 49 Skipped: 397
Yes
No
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Yes 77.55% 38
No 22.45% 11
Total 49
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Q3 Which township or area best describes where your business or group is located?
Answered: 32 Skipped: 414
Athol
Balfour
Blackmount
Browns
Brydone
Centre Bush
Clifden
Colac Bay
Curio Bay
Dacre
Dipton
Drummond
Edendale
Five Rivers
Fortrose
Garston
Glencoe
Gorge Road
Grove Bush
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Isla Bank
Kapuka
Kapuka South
Limehills
Lumsden
Mabel Bush
Manapouri
Menzies Ferry
Milford Sound
Mokotua
Mossburn
Nightcaps
Ohai
Opio
Orawia
Orepuki
Oreti
Otahuti
Otapiri
Otautau
Pebbly Hills
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Riversdale
Riverton
Ryal Bush
Seaward Downs
Spar Bush
Stewart Island
Te Anau
Te Anau basin
Te Tipu
Thornbury
Tokanui
Tussock Creek
Waianiwa
Waiau Valley
Waikaia
Waikawa
Waitane
Wallacetown
Winton
Woodlands
Wreys Bush
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Wyndham
Other (please specify)
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Athol 0.00% 0
Balfour 3.13% 1
Blackmount 0.00% 0
Browns 0.00% 0
Brydone 0.00% 0
Centre Bush 0.00% 0
Clifden 0.00% 0
Colac Bay 3.13% 1
Curio Bay 9.38% 3
Dacre 0.00% 0
Dipton 0.00% 0
0.00% 0 Drummond
Edendale 3.13% 1
Five Rivers 0.00% 0
Fortrose 3.13% 1
Garston 0.00% 0
Glencoe 0.00% 0
Gorge Road 0.00% 0
Grove Bush 0.00% 0
Isla Bank 0.00% 0
Kapuka 3.13% 1
Kapuka South 0.00% 0
Limehills 0.00% 0
Lumsden 0.00% 0
Mabel Bush 0.00% 0
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Manapouri 0.00% 0
Menzies Ferry 0.00% 0
Milford Sound 0.00% 0
Mokotua 0.00% 0
Mossburn 3.13% 1
Nightcaps 3.13% 1
Ohai 0.00% 0
Opio 0.00% 0
Orawia 0.00% 0
Orepuki 3.13% 1
Oreti 0.00% 0
Otahuti 0.00% 0
Otapiri 0.00% 0
Otautau 3.13% 1
Pebbly Hills 0.00% 0
3.13% 1 Riversdale
Riverton 6.25% 2
Ryal Bush 0.00% 0
Seaward Downs 0.00% 0
Spar Bush 0.00% 0
Stewart Island 0.00% 0
Te Anau 15.63% 5
Te Anau basin 0.00% 0
Te Tipu 0.00% 0
Thornbury 0.00% 0
Tokanui 0.00% 0
Tussock Creek 0.00% 0
Waianiwa 0.00% 0
Waiau Valley 3.13% 1
Waikaia 0.00% 0
Waikawa 3.13% 1
Waitane 0.00% 0
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Wallacetown 0.00% 0
Winton 6.25% 2
Woodlands 0.00% 0
Wreys Bush 0.00% 0
Wyndham 3.13% 1
Other (please specify) 21.88% 7
Total 32
# Other (please specify) Date
1 invercargill 7/6/2015 4:14 PM
2 Lorneville 7/2/2015 9:03 PM
3 All around Southland 7/1/2015 1:43 PM
4 Tuatapere 6/22/2015 11:30 AM
5 Cover al of southland 6/17/2015 12:50 PM
6 Tuatapere 6/16/2015 6:40 PM
7 All of the Southland District Council Area 6/8/2015 1:49 PM
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Q4 Please state the name of your organisation or group:
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Q5 Which of the following most closely describes your business, organisation or group?
Answered: 40 Skipped: 406
Tourism organisation
Community organisation
Business
Community Board
Community Development...
Other
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Tourism organisation 37.50% 15
Community organisation 7.50% 3
Business 22.50% 9
Community Board 12.50% 5
Community Development Subcommittee 7.50% 3
Other 12.50% 5
Total 40
# Other (please specify) Date
1 Accommodation provider 7/2/2015 9:05 PM
2 Holiday and travel 6/22/2015 6:52 PM
3 motor caravaner 6/22/2015 6:46 PM
4 6/21/2015 6:30 AM
5 Holiday Park and an NZMCA member 6/20/2015 2:17 PM
6 Authority for fire management and control 6/8/2015 1:49 PM
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Q6 Which of the following best describes your business?
Answered: 8 Skipped: 438
Accommodation provider or...
Retailer
Restaurant, cafe or...
Supermarket or dairy
Hotel or licensed...
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Accommodation provider or camping ground 50.00% 4
Retailer 25.00% 2
Restaurant, cafe or takeaway 25.00% 2
Supermarket or dairy 0.00% 0
Hotel or licensed premises 0.00% 0
Total 8
# Other (please specify) Date
1 CONTRACTOR 6/17/2015 12:52 PM
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Q7 What area does your organisation primarily cover?
Answered: 23 Skipped: 423
New Zealand wide
Southland region
Southland District
Local community area
Other (please state locati...
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
New Zealand wide 39.13% 9
Southland region 4.35% 1
Southland District 8.70% 2
Local community area 30.43% 7
Other (please state location e.g. South Catlins) 17.39% 4
Total 23
# Other (please state location e.g. South Catlins) Date
1 Otago 6/26/2015 12:16 PM
2 6/21/2015 6:30 AM
3 Southland /otago 6/20/2015 2:17 PM
4 South Catlins 6/7/2015 3:07 PM
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Q8 Are you a Southland District ratepayer or resident?
Answered: 403 Skipped: 43
Yes
No
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Yes 54.09% 218
No 45.91% 185
Total 403
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Q9 Where are you from?
Answered: 180 Skipped: 266
# Responses Date
1 Wanganui 7/6/2015 11:42 AM
2 Invercargill 7/5/2015 12:41 PM
3 Invercargill 7/2/2015 9:18 PM
4 Canterbury 7/2/2015 1:51 PM
5 Motueka, Tasman. 6/28/2015 9:30 PM
6 Invercargill 6/28/2015 3:41 PM
7 invercargill 6/28/2015 2:43 PM
8 Rotorua 6/28/2015 11:44 AM
9 Invercargill 6/27/2015 11:17 AM
10 Invercargill 6/27/2015 7:35 AM
11 invercargill 6/26/2015 8:08 PM
12 Invercargill 6/26/2015 2:32 PM
13 Queenstown 6/25/2015 9:39 PM
14 Paeroa 6/25/2015 12:10 PM
15 tapanui west otago 6/25/2015 11:05 AM
16 Gore 6/24/2015 4:20 PM
17 Invercargill 6/23/2015 9:34 PM
18 Invercargill 6/23/2015 7:49 PM
19 Catlins / Clutha 6/23/2015 6:10 PM
20 Gore 6/23/2015 5:16 PM
21 Mataura 6/23/2015 12:58 PM
22 BOP 6/23/2015 11:15 AM
23 Invercargill 6/22/2015 11:58 PM
24 Invercargill 6/22/2015 10:45 PM
25 Invercargill 6/22/2015 9:16 PM
26 Gore 6/22/2015 9:01 PM
27 Invercargill 6/22/2015 8:48 PM
28 Rotorua 6/22/2015 8:12 PM
29 The Netherlands 6/22/2015 8:02 PM
30 Central Otago 6/22/2015 7:12 PM
31 Taupo 6/22/2015 5:55 PM
32 Invercargill 6/22/2015 5:03 PM
33 Otatara 6/22/2015 4:21 PM
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34 Invercargill 6/22/2015 4:06 PM
35 Invercargill City 6/22/2015 2:36 PM
36 Northland 6/22/2015 2:23 PM
37 Gore 6/22/2015 2:11 PM
38 Invercargill city 6/22/2015 2:09 PM
39 INVERCARGILL 6/22/2015 1:12 PM
40 Invercargill 6/22/2015 1:09 PM
41 gore 6/22/2015 12:48 PM
42 Invercargill 6/22/2015 12:37 PM
43 Gore 6/22/2015 12:12 PM
44 Invercargill 6/22/2015 12:05 PM
45 gore 6/22/2015 11:59 AM
46 Invercargill City 6/22/2015 11:52 AM
47 Invercargill 6/22/2015 11:37 AM
48 Invercargill most of my life but just recently Cromwell 6/22/2015 11:32 AM
49 Grey nomad of no fixed abode! 6/21/2015 10:56 PM
50 Hamilton, Waikato 6/21/2015 5:26 PM
51 Nelson. we recently travelled through Southland 6/21/2015 3:46 PM
52 Howick 6/21/2015 12:08 PM
53 Auckland 6/21/2015 9:39 AM
54 Wanaka 6/20/2015 10:15 PM
55 Canterbury 6/20/2015 9:30 PM
56 Queenstown 6/20/2015 8:24 PM
57 north shore, auckland 6/20/2015 11:18 AM
58 Currently Western Australia but previously affiliated NZ Freedom Campers. 6/20/2015 1:11 AM
59 Oamaru 6/19/2015 9:11 PM
60 Nelson 6/19/2015 1:19 AM
61 Manawatu 6/18/2015 11:14 PM
62 Invercargill 6/18/2015 9:58 PM
63 Hamilton 6/18/2015 8:13 PM
64 Moeraki 6/18/2015 8:11 PM
65 Rangiora 6/18/2015 7:19 PM
66 Palmerston Otago 6/18/2015 6:00 PM
67 Oamaru Waitaki District 6/18/2015 5:43 PM
68 Motueka Tasman 6/18/2015 5:32 PM
69 Rolleston 6/18/2015 4:56 PM
70 Te Kuiti 6/18/2015 4:28 PM
71 Invercargill 6/18/2015 4:21 PM
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72 Hamilton NZ 6/18/2015 4:02 PM
73 Tasman Bay 6/18/2015 12:39 PM
74 South Canterbury 6/18/2015 10:22 AM
75 Tauranga 6/18/2015 9:43 AM
76 Tauranga, Bay of Plenty 6/18/2015 8:54 AM
77 Wellington 6/18/2015 12:11 AM
78 te awamutu 6/17/2015 11:03 PM
79 Australia 6/17/2015 11:00 PM
80 NZ 6/17/2015 10:36 PM
81 Tauranga 6/17/2015 10:22 PM
82 Masterton. Wairarapa 6/17/2015 10:16 PM
83 Christchurch 6/17/2015 10:08 PM
84 Palmerston North 6/17/2015 9:39 PM
85 Carleton, Wairarapa 6/17/2015 8:25 PM
86 Nelson 6/17/2015 7:58 PM
87 taranaki 6/17/2015 7:52 PM
88 Clinton 6/17/2015 7:47 PM
89 Invercargill 6/17/2015 7:46 PM
90 Nelson 6/17/2015 7:44 PM
91 Hawkes Bay 6/17/2015 7:38 PM
92 Nelson. 6/17/2015 7:26 PM
93 Paeroa 6/17/2015 7:20 PM
94 Cromwell 6/17/2015 7:02 PM
95 Takapau Hawkes Bay 6/17/2015 6:47 PM
96 Christchurch 6/17/2015 6:47 PM
97 Manawatu 6/17/2015 6:39 PM
98 Canterbury 6/17/2015 6:20 PM
99 Whangamata 6/17/2015 6:07 PM
100 Whanganui 6/17/2015 5:57 PM
101 tauranga 6/17/2015 5:39 PM
102 Christchurch 6/17/2015 5:01 PM
103 Waikanae Kapiti Coast 6/17/2015 4:37 PM
104 Pukekohe 6/17/2015 4:35 PM
105 South westland 6/17/2015 3:57 PM
106 Wellington 6/17/2015 3:50 PM
107 Dunedin 6/17/2015 3:50 PM
108 Invercargill 6/17/2015 3:36 PM
109 Ex Wellington. Live on the road in self contained motorhome 6/17/2015 3:07 PM
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110 Christchurch 6/17/2015 3:00 PM
111 Rotorua 6/17/2015 2:12 PM
112 Wanganui 6/17/2015 1:52 PM
113 Palmerston North NI 6/17/2015 1:22 PM
114 Christchurch 6/17/2015 1:11 PM
115 Feilding 6/17/2015 12:56 PM
116 Hamilton 6/17/2015 12:51 PM
117 Auckland 6/17/2015 12:42 PM
118 Christchurch, New Zealand 6/17/2015 12:01 PM
119 Otago 6/17/2015 11:56 AM
120 Taranaki 6/17/2015 11:50 AM
121 North Island New Zealand 6/17/2015 11:38 AM
122 Auckland 6/17/2015 11:28 AM
123 Christchurch 6/17/2015 11:25 AM
124 Alexandra 6/17/2015 11:01 AM
125 Christchurch 6/17/2015 11:00 AM
126 Fairlie 6/17/2015 10:59 AM
127 Canterbury but gee upon Southland 6/17/2015 10:56 AM
128 Napier 6/17/2015 10:51 AM
129 Rotorua 6/17/2015 10:46 AM
130 Waikato 6/17/2015 10:40 AM
131 Central Otago 6/17/2015 10:38 AM
132 Luggatw 6/17/2015 10:36 AM
133 Invercargill 6/17/2015 10:35 AM
134 Wellington 6/17/2015 10:31 AM
135 Christchurch but traveling mainly south 6/17/2015 10:26 AM
136 Waihi 6/17/2015 10:13 AM
137 hawkes bay 6/17/2015 10:13 AM
138 Auckland 6/17/2015 9:05 AM
139 Hamilton 6/17/2015 8:47 AM
140 Taupo 6/17/2015 7:06 AM
141 Rotorua 6/16/2015 11:50 PM
142 Kinloch, Lake Taupo, but retired and travelling ten months of the year in a fully certified self contained 6/16/2015 9:58 PM motorhome, we have done this in N.z for the last eight years
143 Bay of Plenty 6/16/2015 8:50 PM
144 Waikato 6/16/2015 8:34 PM
145 Kawerau - Whakatane 6/16/2015 8:30 PM
146 Waikato 6/16/2015 8:26 PM
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147 Warkworth Auckland 6/16/2015 8:24 PM
148 Hamilton 6/16/2015 7:12 PM
149 Rotorua 6/16/2015 6:38 PM
150 North Canterbury 6/16/2015 5:45 PM
151 Rotorua 6/16/2015 5:23 PM
152 Waikato 6/16/2015 4:23 PM
153 whangarei 6/16/2015 3:13 PM
154 Christchurch 6/13/2015 8:00 PM
155 Invercargill 6/13/2015 2:30 PM
156 Kaitaia 6/13/2015 2:29 PM
157 Invercargill 6/13/2015 9:15 AM
158 Otematata 6/12/2015 2:45 PM
159 Invercargill 6/12/2015 11:23 AM
160 Invercargill 6/11/2015 11:15 PM
161 Queenstown 6/11/2015 10:49 PM
162 Invercargill 6/11/2015 9:16 PM
163 Invercargill 6/11/2015 6:30 PM
164 Invercargill 6/11/2015 5:26 PM
165 invercargill 6/11/2015 9:13 AM
166 Invercargill 6/10/2015 11:37 PM
167 Auckland 6/10/2015 10:18 PM
168 Bluff 6/10/2015 6:36 PM
169 Mataura 6/10/2015 5:25 PM
170 Invercargill 6/10/2015 3:15 PM
171 Invercargill 6/10/2015 2:55 PM
172 Timaru 6/9/2015 9:18 AM
173 Timaru 6/9/2015 9:08 AM
174 Canterbury 6/9/2015 8:53 AM
175 invercargill 6/8/2015 11:25 PM
176 Invercargill 6/8/2015 10:59 PM
177 Alexandra 6/8/2015 7:45 PM
178 Invercargill city 6/8/2015 5:02 PM
179 Gore 6/8/2015 9:27 AM
180 Papatowai 6/7/2015 7:56 AM
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Q10 What is the closest township to where you live?
Answered: 370 Skipped: 76
Athol
Balfour
Blackmount
Browns
Brydone
Centre Bush
Clifden
Colac Bay
Curio Bay
Dacre
Dipton
Drummond
Edendale
Five Rivers
Fortrose
Garston
Glencoe
Gorge Road
Grove Bush
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Isla Bank
Kapuka
Kapuka South
Limehills
Lumsden
Mabel Bush
Manapouri
Menzies Ferry
Milford Sound
Mokotua
Mossburn
Nightcaps
Ohai
Opio
Orawia
Orepuki
Oreti
Otahuti
Otapiri
Otautau
Pebbly Hills
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Riversdale
Riverton
Ryal Bush
Seaward Downs
Spar Bush
Stewart Island
Te Anau
Te Anau basin
Te Tipu
Thornbury
Tokanui
Tussock Creek
Waianiwa
Waiau Valley
Waikaia
Waikawa
Waitane
Wallacetown
Winton
Woodlands
Wreys Bush
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Wyndham
Other (please specify)
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Athol 1.35% 5
Balfour 0.27% 1
Blackmount 0.27% 1
Browns 0.00% 0
Brydone 0.27% 1
Centre Bush 0.54% 2
Clifden 1.35% 5
Colac Bay 1.08% 4
Curio Bay 0.54% 2
Dacre 0.27% 1
Dipton 0.27% 1
0.00% 0 Drummond
Edendale 2.97% 11
Five Rivers 0.27% 1
Fortrose 0.81% 3
Garston 1.08% 4
Glencoe 0.00% 0
Gorge Road 0.54% 2
Grove Bush 0.54% 2
Isla Bank 0.27% 1
Kapuka 1.08% 4
Kapuka South 0.00% 0
Limehills 0.27% 1
Lumsden 1.35% 5
Mabel Bush 0.00% 0
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Manapouri 1.08% 4
Menzies Ferry 0.00% 0
Milford Sound 0.27% 1
Mokotua 2.16% 8
Mossburn 0.00% 0
Nightcaps 0.27% 1
Ohai 0.27% 1
Opio 0.00% 0
Orawia 0.00% 0
Orepuki 0.81% 3
Oreti 0.27% 1
Otahuti 0.00% 0
Otapiri 0.27% 1
Otautau 1.62% 6
Pebbly Hills 0.00% 0
2.97% 11 Riversdale
Riverton 6.22% 23
Ryal Bush 0.81% 3
Seaward Downs 0.27% 1
Spar Bush 0.00% 0
Stewart Island 0.54% 2
Te Anau 9.73% 36
Te Anau basin 1.35% 5
Te Tipu 1.08% 4
Thornbury 0.54% 2
Tokanui 1.89% 7
Tussock Creek 0.00% 0
Waianiwa 0.27% 1
Waiau Valley 0.81% 3
Waikaia 0.54% 2
Waikawa 3.51% 13
Waitane 1.08% 4
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Wallacetown 9.19% 34
Winton 5.95% 22
Woodlands 3.51% 13
Wreys Bush 0.54% 2
Wyndham 2.16% 8
Other (please specify) 37.03% 137
Total Respondents: 370
# Other (please specify) Date
1 N/A 7/6/2015 11:43 AM
2 Invercargill 7/2/2015 8:37 AM
3 Tuatapere 7/1/2015 11:31 PM
4 Invercargill 7/1/2015 11:19 PM
5 Southland Wide 7/1/2015 11:01 PM
6 Tuatapere 7/1/2015 4:58 PM
7 Coopers Creek, Sandy Point Invercargill 6/29/2015 5:03 PM
8 Motueka, Tasman. 7120 6/28/2015 9:31 PM
9 Rotorua 6/28/2015 11:44 AM
10 Invercargill 6/26/2015 2:32 PM
11 Queenstown 6/25/2015 9:40 PM
12 Invercargill 6/25/2015 4:24 PM
13 heriot 6/25/2015 11:05 AM
14 Gore 6/24/2015 4:21 PM
15 gore 6/23/2015 10:01 PM
16 Mandeville 6/23/2015 9:56 PM
17 gore 6/23/2015 5:17 PM
18 Invercargill 6/23/2015 12:59 PM
19 Gore 6/23/2015 12:58 PM
20 roslyn bush 6/22/2015 10:19 PM
21 Gore 6/22/2015 9:02 PM
22 Rotorua 6/22/2015 8:13 PM
23 Son lives in Invercargill. That is where my campervan is stored. 6/22/2015 8:03 PM
24 Roxburgh 6/22/2015 7:13 PM
25 Taupo 6/22/2015 5:55 PM
26 Waikiwi Invercargill 9872 6/22/2015 5:05 PM
27 invercargill 6/22/2015 4:49 PM
28 Invercargill 6/22/2015 4:21 PM
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29 Invercargill 6/22/2015 4:20 PM
30 Invercargill 6/22/2015 4:07 PM
31 Kerikeri Northland 6/22/2015 2:24 PM
32 Invercargill 6/22/2015 1:49 PM
33 Invercargill 6/22/2015 12:37 PM
34 Gore 6/22/2015 12:36 PM
35 Gore 6/22/2015 12:12 PM
36 Invercargill 6/22/2015 12:05 PM
37 Otatara 6/22/2015 11:47 AM
38 Bluff 6/22/2015 11:47 AM
39 Queenstown 6/22/2015 11:33 AM
40 No fixed abode 6/21/2015 10:56 PM
41 Ngaruawahia 6/21/2015 5:28 PM
42 We live at the top of the south island, Nelson 6/21/2015 3:47 PM
43 Auckland 6/21/2015 12:09 PM
44 Auckland 6/21/2015 9:39 AM
45 Southbridge, Selwyn District, Canterbury 6/20/2015 9:31 PM
46 Queenstown 6/20/2015 8:24 PM
47 Wanaka 6/20/2015 3:52 PM
48 6/20/2015 1:13 AM
49 Not from southland 6/19/2015 1:20 AM
50 Tuatapere 6/19/2015 12:59 AM
51 Feilding 6/18/2015 11:15 PM
52 Hamilton 6/18/2015 8:14 PM
53 Palmerston Otago 6/18/2015 8:11 PM
54 I am in Otago 6/18/2015 6:01 PM
55 Oamaru 6/18/2015 5:44 PM
56 Motueka 6/18/2015 5:34 PM
57 te kuiti 6/18/2015 4:28 PM
58 Hamilton NZ 6/18/2015 4:02 PM
59 Gore 6/18/2015 1:14 PM
60 Lake Tekapo 6/18/2015 10:24 AM
61 Tauranga 6/18/2015 8:55 AM
62 hamilton 6/17/2015 11:04 PM
63 spend 6mths in Queensland and 6mths travelling NZ 6/17/2015 11:01 PM
64 masterton 6/17/2015 10:17 PM
65 Palmerston North 6/17/2015 9:40 PM
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66 Nelson 6/17/2015 7:59 PM
67 newplymouth 6/17/2015 7:52 PM
68 Gore 6/17/2015 7:48 PM
69 NA 6/17/2015 7:45 PM
70 North Island....Napier 6/17/2015 7:39 PM
71 Hamilton 6/17/2015 7:21 PM
72 Gore 6/17/2015 6:49 PM
73 Waipukarau 6/17/2015 6:47 PM
74 Palmerston north 6/17/2015 6:40 PM
75 Rangiora 6/17/2015 6:20 PM
76 Whanagmata 6/17/2015 6:08 PM
77 omokoroa 6/17/2015 5:40 PM
78 none of these 6/17/2015 5:01 PM
79 NZMCA Self Contained Motor home from North Island 6/17/2015 4:41 PM
80 North island 6/17/2015 4:36 PM
81 Hari Hari 6/17/2015 3:57 PM
82 Wellington 6/17/2015 3:51 PM
83 Wellington previously 6/17/2015 3:08 PM
84 rotorua 6/17/2015 2:43 PM
85 dont know 6/17/2015 2:12 PM
86 North Island 6/17/2015 1:52 PM
87 Palmerston North 6/17/2015 1:22 PM
88 Christchurch 6/17/2015 1:11 PM
89 Palmerston North 6/17/2015 12:56 PM
90 Cambridge 6/17/2015 12:52 PM
91 Not really applicable as I have already stated I don't live in Southland 6/17/2015 12:15 PM
92 Mosgiel 6/17/2015 11:57 AM
93 North Island New Zealand 6/17/2015 11:38 AM
94 none 6/17/2015 11:26 AM
95 Otatara 6/17/2015 11:08 AM
96 Timaru 6/17/2015 11:00 AM
97 Timaru 6/17/2015 10:57 AM
98 naier 6/17/2015 10:51 AM
99 Rotorua 6/17/2015 10:47 AM
100 Alexandra 6/17/2015 10:38 AM
101 Luggate (Wanaka) 6/17/2015 10:37 AM
102 Invercargill 6/17/2015 10:35 AM
103 Wellington 6/17/2015 10:31 AM
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104 no fixed abode 6/17/2015 10:26 AM
105 NI 6/17/2015 10:13 AM
106 Napier 6/17/2015 10:13 AM
107 I am in the North Island , but use Doc North and South 6/17/2015 9:06 AM
108 Hamilton 6/17/2015 8:47 AM
109 Taupo 6/17/2015 7:06 AM
110 Rotorua 6/16/2015 11:50 PM
111 Kinloch lake taupo 6/16/2015 9:59 PM
112 Te puke 6/16/2015 8:50 PM
113 Ohaupo 6/16/2015 8:35 PM
114 Tuakau 6/16/2015 8:26 PM
115 Auckland 6/16/2015 8:25 PM
116 Hamilton, Waikato 6/16/2015 7:13 PM
117 Woodend 6/16/2015 5:46 PM
118 From Rotorua. Which is the most northerly of these? 6/16/2015 5:24 PM
119 Thames 6/16/2015 4:23 PM
120 whangarei 6/16/2015 3:14 PM
121 Riverton 6/13/2015 3:26 PM
122 Invercargill 6/13/2015 2:31 PM
123 New Brighton chch 6/13/2015 2:29 PM
124 Depends which way I travel to Southland 6/12/2015 2:47 PM
125 gore 6/12/2015 9:36 AM
126 Bluff 6/12/2015 8:06 AM
127 gore 6/11/2015 11:59 PM
128 Invercargill 6/11/2015 9:17 PM
129 Invercargill 6/11/2015 7:09 PM
130 Invercargill 6/11/2015 6:30 PM
131 Auckland 6/10/2015 10:18 PM
132 Invercargill 6/10/2015 6:36 PM
133 gore 6/10/2015 5:26 PM
134 Timaru 6/9/2015 9:18 AM
135 Invercargill 6/8/2015 11:00 PM
136 5 km from Fortrose towards Waipapa Point 6/8/2015 3:08 PM
137 Gore 6/8/2015 9:27 AM
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Q11 Do have a holiday home in the Southland District?
Answered: 373 Skipped: 73
Yes
No
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Yes 7.24% 27
No 92.76% 346
Total 373
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Q12 What is the location of your holiday home?
Answered: 23 Skipped: 423
Athol
Balfour
Blackmount
Browns
Brydone
Centre Bush
Clifden
Colac Bay
Curio Bay
Dacre
Dipton
Drummond
Edendale
Five Rivers
Fortrose
Garston
Glencoe
Gorge Road
Grove Bush 30 / 78 Freedom Camping Review - Preliminary Consultation Grove Bush
Isla Bank
Kapuka
Kapuka South
Limehills
Lumsden
Mabel Bush
Manapouri
Menzies Ferry
Milford Sound
Mokotua
Mossburn
Nightcaps
Ohai
Opio
Orawia
Orepuki
Oreti
Otahuti
Otapiri
Otautau
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Pebbly Hills
Riversdale
Riverton
Ryal Bush
Seaward Downs
Spar Bush
Stewart Island
Te Anau
Te Anau basin
Te Tipu
Thornbury
Tokanui
Tussock Creek
Waianiwa
Waiau Valley
Waikaia
Waikawa
Waitane
Wallacetown
Winton
Woodlands
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Wreys Bush
Wyndham
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Athol 0.00% 0
Balfour 0.00% 0
Blackmount 0.00% 0
Browns 0.00% 0
Brydone 0.00% 0
Centre Bush 0.00% 0
Clifden 0.00% 0
Colac Bay 13.04% 3
Curio Bay 4.35% 1
Dacre 0.00% 0
Dipton 0.00% 0
0.00% 0 Drummond
Edendale 0.00% 0
Five Rivers 0.00% 0
Fortrose 4.35% 1
Garston 0.00% 0
Glencoe 0.00% 0
Gorge Road 0.00% 0
Grove Bush 0.00% 0
Isla Bank 0.00% 0
Kapuka 0.00% 0
Kapuka South 0.00% 0
Limehills 0.00% 0
Lumsden 0.00% 0
Mabel Bush 0.00% 0
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Manapouri 13.04% 3
Menzies Ferry 0.00% 0
Milford Sound 0.00% 0
Mokotua 0.00% 0
Mossburn 0.00% 0
Nightcaps 0.00% 0
Ohai 0.00% 0
Opio 0.00% 0
Orawia 0.00% 0
Orepuki 0.00% 0
Oreti 0.00% 0
Otahuti 0.00% 0
Otapiri 0.00% 0
Otautau 0.00% 0
Pebbly Hills 0.00% 0
0.00% 0 Riversdale
Riverton 13.04% 3
Ryal Bush 0.00% 0
Seaward Downs 0.00% 0
Spar Bush 0.00% 0
Stewart Island 4.35% 1
Te Anau 26.09% 6
Te Anau basin 4.35% 1
Te Tipu 0.00% 0
Thornbury 0.00% 0
Tokanui 0.00% 0
Tussock Creek 0.00% 0
Waianiwa 0.00% 0
Waiau Valley 0.00% 0
Waikaia 0.00% 0
Waikawa 17.39% 4
Waitane 0.00% 0
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Wallacetown 0.00% 0
Winton 0.00% 0
Woodlands 0.00% 0
Wreys Bush 0.00% 0
Wyndham 0.00% 0
Total 23
# Other (please specify) Date
1 slope point 7/6/2015 3:51 PM
2 lillburn valley 6/9/2015 3:22 PM
3 in our garden 6/8/2015 3:08 PM
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Q13 Have you ever used a freedom camping site within the Southland District?
Answered: 370 Skipped: 76
Yes
No
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Yes 64.32% 238
No 35.68% 132
Total 370
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Q14 How often have you used a freedom camping site within the Southland District?
Answered: 235 Skipped: 211
1-3 times a year
4-6 times a year
7-10 times a year
Over 10 times
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
1-3 times a year 59.15% 139
4-6 times a year 25.96% 61
7-10 times a year 4.26% 10
Over 10 times 10.64% 25
Total 235
# Other (please specify) Date
1 Many happy memories of freedom camping around Southland 7/5/2015 12:43 PM
2 On numerous occasions, as we live permanantly in our van. 6/29/2015 4:06 PM
3 We do extended trips of 1 to 3 months each year, taking in various parts of New Zealand.We would visit your area 6/28/2015 9:35 PM every 4 or 5 years.
4 Visited Southland winter 2014 for approx 10 days 6/19/2015 1:21 AM
5 when visiting the south island 6/18/2015 4:30 PM
6 lots when we are in the Southland area which has been twice in the last 5 years and will be again this year. 6/18/2015 8:58 AM
7 About every second year as we tour the south island 6/17/2015 6:48 PM
8 1 trip every 3 years 6/17/2015 4:43 PM
9 as often as possible subject to availability 6/17/2015 3:09 PM
10 Over the last year mostly 6/17/2015 11:39 AM
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11 3-4 nights every 2-3years. 6/17/2015 8:49 AM
12 Twice every three years 6/16/2015 8:52 PM
13 only once 6/16/2015 5:19 PM
14 Once ever 6/12/2015 5:11 PM
15 every couple of years 6/10/2015 3:17 PM
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Q15 Please indicate any issues arising from freedom camping that you believe are affecting your community (you can choose more than one):
Answered: 342 Skipped: 104
Litter
Toilet waste
Reduced enjoyment of...
Freedom camping in...
Insanitary camping...
Irresponsible campers
Lighting of fires during...
Unsafe ad hoc fires
Too many campers in a...
Cost of maintaining...
Health and safety of...
Need to protect an area
Need to protect acce...
Self-contained campers (own...
Non-self-contai ned campers
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
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Litter 55.85% 191
Toilet waste 52.92% 181
11.99% 41 Reduced enjoyment of public spaces by locals
Freedom camping in unsuitable areas 29.53% 101
Insanitary camping practices 46.78% 160
Irresponsible campers 52.63% 180
Lighting of fires during total fire bans 19.30% 66
Unsafe ad hoc fires 15.50% 53
Too many campers in a public place 19.59% 67
Cost of maintaining designated freedom camping sites 15.79% 54
Health and safety of people who visit an area 15.79% 54
Need to protect an area 16.08% 55
Need to protect access to an area 10.82% 37
Self-contained campers (own toilet, shower, and waste water storage) 5.85% 20
Non-self-contained campers 76.90% 263
Total Respondents: 342
# Other (please specify) Date
1 *People brushing their teeth and spitting it on ground *People knocking on homes of residents looking to "camp" 7/4/2015 6:01 PM in their backyards *Freedom Camping brings with it a range of undesirable Social and Cultural issues that are difficult/impossible to manage *Ratepayers have to pay to live in their homes in the Southland District - there should not be free facilities.
2 financially a burden to rate payers, e.g. improving roads, maintaining public toilets etc.. They need to pay their 7/2/2015 8:09 PM share.
3 Not pulling far enough off the road - not enough off road parking space. 7/2/2015 6:04 PM
4 In the summer everyone going past fills up the bins 7/2/2015 4:43 PM
5 no non certifies self contained freedom camping. 7/2/2015 10:31 AM
6 No non certified self contained freedom campers 7/1/2015 11:03 PM
7 I am not aware of any issues in our area. 6/30/2015 11:04 PM
8 Mostly caused in the main by Overseas Camper vans without toilet & waste water storage 6/29/2015 7:59 PM
9 Listed issues are all trivial and of no real consequence. The real issue is that people don't come to Southland to 6/26/2015 10:44 AM stay in motels and hotels. They can do that at home. They come to see the real Southland and the "outdoors." We should make it easier to do so, not more difficult. After all, we do gain by having people pass through our lovely province.
10 IT is only non self contained people are the problem, the rental companies should be fined as they obviously 6/23/2015 11:17 PM don't brief the people who hire their vehicles
11 I have no issues. 6/23/2015 1:00 PM
12 The closing off of areas to Self Contained Freedom campers and the protection that this is showing to camping 6/22/2015 2:43 PM grounds. eg trying to forcing campers into private camping grounds
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13 The increase and patronage of local business by freedom campers is underestimated 6/22/2015 12:07 PM
14 Most campers we have seen are responsible, Non self-contained campers should always park overnight in a 6/22/2015 11:40 AM Camp that provides necessary facilities for humans.
15 Water quality 6/21/2015 7:21 PM
16 Freedom campers stealing water from our house at Council has been unable to properly define freedom 6/21/2015 6:51 AM camping spaces and erect signage Council does little or no monitoring - only responses to complaints . This makes it hard to police the 2 day limit , lighting of open fires etc .. The general area which has been allocated for camping is adjacant to an outstanding natural landscape ( ONL ) in the District Plan . Whether or not there are rules for "self contained" facilities , campers place pressure on the outdated facilities outside , which Council has been unwilling to replace . There is already an adequate commercial campsite in Colac Bay , where issues of safety and hygiene can be taken care of more appropriately .
17 Only Self Contained vehicles to be in designated areas, Ban "WICKED CAMPER VANS" 6/20/2015 9:33 PM
18 The question posed is "are affecting", whereas foreseeing and using other Councils experiences the term "may 6/20/2015 1:18 AM affect" is more important. One item terminology is evidential and reactive, the other is proactive and proactive.
19 Bylaws should be administered so that they are available for use in controlling nuisances but permissive for 6/18/2015 11:25 PM freedom campers who behave responsibly.
20 Removal of fire places and rubbish bins by council and DOC 6/18/2015 5:45 PM
21 Driving onto mown grass area in unsuitable conditions after heavy rain and during winter, leaving deep ruts in 6/18/2015 3:45 PM grass.
22 Most of these if it is not controlled and policed. 6/18/2015 10:26 AM
23 Not enough dump stations, rubbish bins and rubbish bins provided not emptied regularly enough. Nowhere to 6/18/2015 9:03 AM purchase lpg gas in Catlin area.
24 Hire Campers not using facilities correctly, maybe they should be stopped 6/17/2015 8:36 PM
25 None. Not sure what the next question will be but I hope you are asking for the benefits of freedom camping and 6/17/2015 7:49 PM not just the negative aspects
26 Juicy type vans 6/17/2015 4:38 PM
27 This is a very negative question! Freedom campers who are self contained travel to an area to enjoy what is to 6/17/2015 3:59 PM offer and in doing so brings financial benefits to a region. Check the actual spending of nzmca members in Alexandra over Dec/Jan 2015 - $70000!
28 Only self contained shld be able to freEdom camp 6/17/2015 3:10 PM
29 W E NEED TO ENCOURAGE TOURISM.WE NEED TO FIND OUT WHAT THE CAMPERS NEED AND 6/17/2015 12:55 PM PROVIDE WHAT IS NEEDED TO INCOURAGE THESE CAMPERS TO VISIT SOUTHLAND AND HAVE A GREAT EXPERIENCE HERE.
30 Foreign tourist in sleeper vans with no self containment certificate. Lack of certified dump stations6 6/17/2015 11:05 AM
31 I've not had any issues when I've been around freedom campers, they've all appreciated and looked after where 6/17/2015 10:22 AM ever they happen to be camping.
32 I think this is called fishing for problems. We have come across litter. It is not possible to say who left it. We have 6/16/2015 5:30 PM come across toilet waste and it is not possible to say who left it but it was almost certainly not from a self- contained campervan.
33 over-staying and therefore over-using public toilets. takingncustom away from the very low-cost Porpoise bay 6/16/2015 2:27 PM camping ground
34 We need people to visit Southland. We don't need more rules. 6/13/2015 3:33 PM
35 I don't think this is currently an issue, but rather has the potential to be an issue. 6/13/2015 2:19 AM
36 Hazards to pets and children from partially hidden poorly disposed human waste 6/12/2015 12:02 AM
37 Had fun times. There were no issues the times we camped. Except the toilet stunk. At monkey island 6/11/2015 11:21 PM
38 The effects of the General Public passing through Waikawa 6/10/2015 12:59 PM
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39 ive only experienced well behaved and tidy campers 6/9/2015 7:46 PM
40 Freedom campers are generally well-behaved, it's just that they contribute no $$$.... I appreciate the problem at 6/8/2015 3:13 PM Curio Bay where they use daytime facilities for free then camp at Waikawa overnight. I'd put on a $10 charge for Waikawa and get a volunteer to collect it each evening. There needs to be a nice way to tell visitors their contribution is important.
41 water consumption, creation of "threatening" environment. 6/8/2015 9:29 AM
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Q16 Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with the following statements: "I believe that freedom camping is a problem in my community."
Answered: 381 Skipped: 65
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Strongly agree 11.02% 42
Agree 10.76% 41
Neither agree nor disagree 18.64% 71
Disagree 30.45% 116
Strongly disagree 29.13% 111
Total 381
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Q17 "I believe that freedom camping provides significant economic benefit to my community."
Answered: 381 Skipped: 65
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Strongly agree 37.53% 143
Agree 30.97% 118
Neither agree nor disagree 13.39% 51
Disagree 10.76% 41
Strongly disagree 7.35% 28
Total 381
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Q18 Council is considering whether further restrictions on freedom camping should apply to certain areas. Council's Freedom Camping Bylaw currently permits freedom camping in most of the types of areas listed below (there are exceptions - please see the Camping Control Bylaw 2012 which can be found on the Southland District Council website). Which rules do you think should apply?
Answered: 354 Skipped: 92
Urban/residenti al
Rural
Town centres
Roads and roadsides
Parks
Business and industrial
Council reserves
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Playgrounds
Beaches
Lakefront
Riversides
Cemeteries
Carparks
Picnic areas
Walking tracks
Forestry areas
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Freedom camping permitted for a limited period Freedom camping prohibited
Freedom camping permitted for a limited period Freedom camping prohibited Total
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Urban/residential 44.63% 55.37% 158 196 354
Rural 81.64% 18.36% 289 65 354
Town centres 35.59% 64.41% 126 228 354
Roads and roadsides 40.68% 59.32% 144 210 354
Parks 63.84% 36.16% 226 128 354
Business and industrial 38.42% 61.58% 136 218 354
Council reserves 79.10% 20.90% 280 74 354
Playgrounds 9.60% 90.40% 34 320 354
Beaches 74.29% 25.71% 263 91 354
Lakefront 73.45% 26.55% 260 94 354
Riversides 82.77% 17.23% 293 61 354
Cemeteries 9.32% 90.68% 33 321 354
Carparks 51.69% 48.31% 183 171 354
Picnic areas 64.97% 35.03% 230 124 354
Walking tracks 47.18% 52.82% 167 187 354
Forestry areas 73.45% 26.55% 260 94 354
# Other/Comments: Date
1 Winton Town Centre - Anzac Oval Area (designated) and Old Cemetary only on SH96 at rest area. 7/9/2015 10:16 AM
2 Roads/roadsides, picnic areas, lakefront, carparks should be allowed overnight for 1 night only for those that get 7/5/2015 12:49 PM caught out and cant make it to their destination or are to tired to keep driving to get there.
3 SDC appears to be flouting provisions of Section 12 of Freedom Camping law as well as customary usage of 7/4/2015 6:12 PM open areas. A sustantial number of the population is unable to afford commercial accommodation during holidays
4 Each area would conflict with existing users. E.g. Queens Reach conflicted with families, fishing people, boaties, 7/4/2015 6:04 PM swimmers, Manapouri water scheme (due to amount of human excrement at the site), this was in spite of 2 or 3 "toilets" provided at the site. You can set rules but these need to be policed as often people will flout the rules...
5 Places where there is a public Toliet are more suited to freedom camping .Freedom camping shouldn't be in 7/3/2015 4:28 PM opposition to a camping ground. No Toliet No non self contained
6 Only support camping with self contained facilities. Really need to differentiate this as one is a problem 7/3/2015 3:47 PM (uncontained)and one isn't (self contained.
7 Tourist in non self contained vehicles are the only problem I see. Self contained vehicles should be able to park 7/2/2015 9:54 PM anywhere for limited period.
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8 As soon as you are on a 100km zone in reference to vehicle speed limit, one should be able to freedom camp. To 7/2/2015 8:25 PM freedom camp inside a 50km speed limit zone in our opinion is not acceptable.
9 freedom camping should only be permitted in designated areas where there are toilets and they should pay a 7/2/2015 8:10 PM small fee of about $ 5 and needs to be patrolled (job creation).
10 Freedom camping only by self contained vehicles 7/2/2015 10:31 AM
11 It is difficult to say yes or no, quite often affected places need individual judgement. E.g. some beaches it can be 7/2/2015 9:14 AM allowed, some prohibited. I would put restriction on NUMBER OF CAMPERVANS USING THE SITE, so it is sustainable.
12 R 7/2/2015 8:47 AM
13 As long as vehicles are self contained I don't see a problem 7/1/2015 11:23 PM
14 FreedomCamping only by Certified Self Contained Vehicles 7/1/2015 11:09 PM
15 if you stop freedom camping in 1 place you are only shifting the problem to another area e.g the supposed 7/1/2015 5:10 PM problem in Waikawa. these freedom campers are not going to stay at the camping ground so you need to be consistent in all areas that allow freedom camping .if you close 1 you close all .if you restrict 1 site then you should do it to all . look into having more control on where the stay
16 I would like to see the Tuatapere Domain being used as a self contained camping area, also the Clifden 7/1/2015 5:04 PM Suspension Bridge area. The Fisherman's huts at Te Wae Wae Lagoon could be added to the Freedom Camping sites.
17 In waikawa at the domain would it be possible to combine the domain with curio bay and the camp Managers 6/29/2015 9:27 PM collect money of the freedom campers there it would be a win win for all
18 I feel these questions are loaded. For ex Doc have forestry areas within tha self contained Vans may over park 6/29/2015 8:27 PM overnight. So do some Supermarkets, Town & Country Clubs & Churches, these all being with town centres.
19 Not only local towns can benefit by opening areas up to freedom camping, but Invercargill is a classic case of 6/29/2015 4:29 PM nowhere suitable to parkover night. Not only are there no sites to freedom camp around the city but dumpsites could be added this would aid travellers and encourage them to stay on a day or two. The area out around Daffodil Bay would make a superb site for overnight camping in fact that would make one of many I could suggest.
20 Need to be able to expand on the REASONS for choosing "allow" or "prohibit" to understand the results. This 6/28/2015 9:40 PM comment applies to earlier questions and answers.
21 Freedom camping should be available in a controlled fashion in most populated and picturesque locations, it is 6/28/2015 9:24 PM these areas people want to visit.
22 Freedom camping should be permitted in designated areas by self contained vehicles. Perhaps a nominal fee 6/26/2015 8:32 PM could be charged administered by retirees who could enjoy the area free while they take care of the area. The problems are mainly caused by tourists in ill equipped vehicles.
23 So long as the vehicles are self-contained and they are not blocking any local activity from taking place I think 6/26/2015 12:24 PM freedom camping should be allowed. The problem is stopping the non-self contained. So maybe more toilets (longdrops) available? Also better policing of the problem areas.
24 The road code expects people to park-up when tired. (And in fact must stop and rest regularly with heavy 6/26/2015 10:50 AM vehicles.) This is effectively saying camp where ever you happen to be! And such a safety issue trumps bureaucratic niceties. Why restrict when there isn't a problem.
25 freedom camping should be encouraged wherever suitable 6/25/2015 11:09 AM
26 All Campervans that are NOT self contained should not freedom camp 6/24/2015 11:42 AM
27 rivers & lakefronts away from town centres O;K 6/23/2015 10:07 PM
28 Above permitted areas for self contained vehicles only 6/23/2015 9:59 PM
29 park over properties nzma members only 6/23/2015 8:34 PM
30 Happy to have freedom camping as long as where they stay have toilet and rubbish bins. 6/23/2015 6:24 PM
31 Certified self contained only 6/23/2015 12:59 PM
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32 Freedom camping only for fully self contained motor campervans/buses and caravans in these areas unless 6/23/2015 12:21 AM good toilet and rubbish facilities available and an area for non compliant close to these facilities be clearly indicated there should also be a notice indicating a time when all loud music and partying should cease.
33 I do not feel the issue is as black and white as above.. there are some areas that are clearly inappropriate.. each 6/22/2015 7:30 PM should be judged on its own merits. Size, locality, access all come into it. Cemeteries (e.g.) there may be an appropriate area at some, others not and you must respect peoples access to their loved ones. You cannot say all roads and roadsides, river access, beachfront, lakefront should be either allowed or not allowed. You must carefully consider each area and as long as reasonable allowance is made for freedom camping then I am in favour. I strongly believe a survey such as above which is either yes or no is completely the wrong way to go. (So I have put yes to all but do not believe this should always be the case and only because the survey requests a definitive answer!!!!!)
34 All the above providing they are all in Self Contained Motor Homes. Not cars and Hi-Ace vans with no toilets. 6/22/2015 7:02 PM
35 Stop small vans and cars that don't have toilets or rentals that give a refund if toilet is returned unused 6/22/2015 6:56 PM
36 Not neccesarily with time restrictions at all sites 6/22/2015 6:00 PM
37 This is providing they are self contained 6/22/2015 2:45 PM
38 Parking only where sensible to do so . This survey is to vauge for yes or no answers,as each site needs to be 6/22/2015 12:19 PM juded on individuly.
39 I think freedom camping should be allowed in all areas 6/22/2015 12:14 PM
40 Provided they are self contained 6/22/2015 11:55 AM
41 I have answered this on the basis of Self contained Motorhomes. 6/22/2015 11:43 AM
42 Within each category , there should be consideration for freedom camping on a case by case basis . viz. Some 6/21/2015 7:09 AM carparks may be suitable and others not . There should be a marked position for each vehicle , rather than providing a general area within which to park . This will reduce the area required for vehicles and free up use for the general recreational user . The spaces provided for campers should not be the "prime" positions in the locality . The prime areas should be kept free for general recreational users and for nearby ratepayers to have their views protected against those who pay nothing for the privilege . "Level Playing Field" principle Campers who are getting their parks for free cannot expect to be further from another camper than they would be if they were in a commercial campground .
43 Look at QLDC: freedom camping for self contained vans only and only far away from the town centres. Otherwise 6/20/2015 10:21 PM not allowed and a $200 fine if caught.
44 The replies on this page are for certified self contained campers only, unless there are toilet facilities provided. 6/20/2015 4:17 PM
45 DOC type camp areas where campers pay for facilities used (cleaning and upkeep)- ie dump stations, showers, 6/20/2015 4:02 PM toilets, - power if provided
46 approved are not blanket for areas ticked. each area has own assessments needed 6/20/2015 2:20 PM
47 Parks and reserves outside urban areas would be OK with conditions - ie self contained vehicles only. Any areas 6/20/2015 1:36 PM should be chosen after consultation with the local comminity
48 The Councils question is very broad and specific site issues must be addressed for any outcomes ie is the 6/20/2015 1:23 AM cemetery parking area used daily, weekly, monthly and therefore may be considered offensive, are the Riversides safely sign posted for Flood issues etc.
49 Freedom camping in the areas I have indicated must be in Self-contained vehicles only. 6/18/2015 10:05 PM
50 Freedom camping should be permitted in numerous localities BUT restrict the numbers at each site and place an 6/18/2015 8:18 PM occupy time at such sites. Do not allow non self contained vehicles to park.
51 To provide 'freedom camping' in designated area's where you can check on tourist and non self contained 6/18/2015 5:57 PM vehicles with public toilets is better than having a section of the population causing cost, upset etc .
52 OK providing the Vehicles are certified Self Contained. Those not self contained should only be permitted to park 6/18/2015 4:07 PM alongside a toilet. or not at all.
53 I have no problem with freedom campers, my issue is on wet days when they park up in one place, all steamed 6/18/2015 1:19 PM up with 'nothing' to do. Freedom campers, if camping in a frequented place should move on after say 10am.
54 As long as areas are suitable for purpose. 6/18/2015 10:29 AM
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55 freedom camping should only be permitted for certified self contained motor homes/caravans 6/17/2015 8:01 PM
56 We think freedom camping areas should be extensive, for self contained vehicles only. 6 designated sites within 6/17/2015 7:09 PM Southland is disappointing. We camp in France at Aires. There are thousands all over the country, with standardised facilities. Usually parks for 6 campers. Water, dump station & rubbish removal are all provided . Campers are self regulating & bring huge economic benefits to the towns they are in.
57 Should be allowed anywhere that is suitable that does not cause annoyance to residents 6/17/2015 6:10 PM
58 Again another oddly worded question! I agree with residential but not camping in front of people's properties. 6/17/2015 4:00 PM
59 Use a camping ground 6/17/2015 3:56 PM
60 Freedom camping should be restricted to self contained vehicles/vehicles with toilet facilities, and this should be 6/17/2015 1:35 PM policed.
61 If I am in a self contained motorhome and park up on the street (with no outside stuff like chairs or stuff hanging 6/17/2015 1:14 PM out to dry or generators) then what is wrong with that. I may even be outside a friends place.
62 Self Contained NZMCA Members are particularly responsible and do bring a large amount of business to an area 6/17/2015 11:42 AM
63 Provided the areas are safe and they will cause no damage or concerns then parking almost anywhere should 6/17/2015 10:49 AM not be a problem
64 I have a CSC motorhome and believe all responsible motorhomes who comply with the CSC requirements pose 6/17/2015 10:41 AM no threat to any type of freedom camping ateas.
65 Freedom camping should not be time limited in rural or industrial areas. 6/17/2015 8:55 AM
66 Not on the street in town centres but in outlying areas and in designated area in the town centre. 6/16/2015 9:59 PM
67 All campers should be self contained no exceptions. 6/16/2015 7:18 PM
68 We think that urban freedom camping could have a proviso that no camping paraphernalia (awnings, tables and 6/16/2015 5:34 PM chairs etc) should be deployed, to make it more acceptable for locals. With none of these deployed, the vehicle appears to just be parking although people are sleeping in it.
69 this is very general ,specific sites require individual consideration 6/16/2015 2:37 PM
70 I have put my answers above 6/13/2015 3:36 PM
71 If campers are responsible and courteous problems shouldn't occur, but there is always the ignorant ones who 6/13/2015 3:01 PM mess it up for everyone !!!!!!!!!!
72 I see no reason to limit areas available for freedom camping for certified self contained vehicles for limited 6/13/2015 2:34 PM periods of time
73 Freedom camping or free camping? Cos I haven't seen anyone understand the difference yet! 6/12/2015 4:51 PM
74 Certified self contained vehicles 6/11/2015 7:14 PM
75 Self contained only 6/10/2015 10:21 PM
76 certified self contained motorhomes only in designated areas 6/10/2015 3:09 PM
77 I've had years of camping outdoors all over Africa, South America, Australia, and know the pleasure of waking to 6/8/2015 3:20 PM the sound of nature, no other people. Hence my reluctance to go along with the probihitory idea. We offer free camping and enjoy the people we meet. Still, the campground operators need to make a living... maybe it's a matter of the facilities they offer..electricity, etc.
78 As long as there are public toilets that can be accessed nearby 6/8/2015 2:06 PM
79 Only permitted at designated Freedom Camping Areas (to be established) 6/7/2015 12:58 PM
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Q19 There are four basic types of rule that could apply to freedom camping. Which do you support for your area?
Answered: 349 Skipped: 97
Self-contained (own toilet,...
Non-self-contai ned
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
No restriction Generally permitted except in sensitive areas (e.g. townships)
Generally prohibited except at designated sites
Prohibition (some Councils prohibit non-self-contained camping, but not self-contained)
No Generally permitted except Generally prohibited Prohibition (some Councils prohibit Total restriction in sensitive areas (e.g. except at designated non-self-contained camping, but not townships) sites self-contained)
Self-contained (own 32.95% 46.42% 15.76% 4.87% toilet, shower, and waste 115 162 55 17 349 water storage)
Non-self-contained 1.72% 5.73% 48.14% 44.41% 6 20 168 155 349
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Q20 There may be costs associated with maintaining designated freedom camping sites, including paying for things like rubbish bins and toilets. How do you think these costs should be funded?
Answered: 348 Skipped: 98
Donations (by a donation box)
The local community
Ratepayers
A combination of the above
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
Donations (by a donation box) 33.33% 116
The local community 2.59% 9
Ratepayers 6.03% 21
A combination of the above 58.05% 202
Total 348
# Other (please specify) Date
1 ratepayers should not be expected to pay for any of these services indicated above 7/5/2015 12:23 PM
2 User pays 7/4/2015 6:05 PM
3 again only a problem when not self contained. Need to differentiate. 7/3/2015 3:52 PM
4 Tourists when hiring their vehicles should be charged to cover this cost. 7/2/2015 9:56 PM
5 Donatiosn boxes will not work-we have it on good authroity by honest people using DOC sites that they watched 7/2/2015 9:14 PM people over a four night period and not one of the small non self-contained vehicles put $$ into the boxes provided
6 Tourist should contribute with a fee. 7/2/2015 8:12 PM
7 I think campers should have to pay a fee e.g.motorhomes pay a fee when renting their motorhome donationd 7/2/2015 4:51 PM don't usually colect much revenue
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8 It should be paid by users, perhaps similar system as are prepaid DOC hut tickets 7/2/2015 9:18 AM
9 As we are ratepayers we already pay for rubbish 7/1/2015 11:26 PM
10 NZMCA already assists some communities e.g. Tokonui 7/1/2015 11:11 PM
11 None 7/1/2015 11:26 AM
12 When visiting any area of New Zealand we spend more on and for local services/products than we would spend 6/28/2015 9:50 PM at home (Motueka) As a member of the NZMCA we collectively boost the local economy depending on the incentives to stay rather than just pass through a town.
13 It fair enough that visitors pay something towards the provision and maintenance of sites they camp at. 6/28/2015 9:24 PM
14 have drop off areas for waste where people can pay to dispose of it. 6/25/2015 4:31 PM
15 User pays 6/24/2015 11:43 AM
16 perhaps a levy on all rental companies of vehicles and any rv rego holder 6/23/2015 11:21 PM
17 An "Iron Maiden" for small fees and self registration system 6/23/2015 1:02 PM
18 Set fee to park overnight 6/22/2015 4:27 PM
19 Donations are a good way. But as usual there will be those that dont/wont donate 6/22/2015 1:27 PM
20 Or set charge 6/22/2015 12:44 PM
21 Government Levy of rental companies providing camper hire 6/22/2015 11:51 AM
22 small charge by campers 6/22/2015 12:51 AM
23 Council should lobby government for a levy on campervan rental companies . 6/21/2015 7:13 AM
24 If rate payers want to allow freedom camping. If they don't then no need for sites and assoc. costs 6/20/2015 10:24 PM
25 Why should general ratepayers have to pay and to expect Freedom campers to general make a donation is 6/20/2015 8:29 PM unrealistic
26 A secure self registration "box" with a small charge per person per night. 6/20/2015 4:20 PM
27 User Pays 6/20/2015 4:06 PM
28 and must be policed! 6/20/2015 2:21 PM
29 Positive Community outcomes can be delivered to support beachfront improvements at no cost to Council. Use 6/20/2015 1:32 AM Whakatane coastal program as an example on Maori owned land with nightly pay fee to provide for spinifex and coastal improvements.
30 "Freedom Camping Sites" is an oxymoron. Having designated sites is not freedom. Parking a self contained 6/18/2015 11:39 PM vehicle overnight is not camping and should be legal wherever vehicles may be parked.
31 No cost as most owners will shop and re stock their motor home before moving on. The Mayor should ask those 6/18/2015 8:21 PM towns who are motorhome friendly for their feedback. Alexander is a good example where the town benefits greatly from motorhome spending.
32 Majority of people are foriegn? Rental vehicle hire fee for camper type vehicles? 6/18/2015 1:22 PM
33 Fees through a ticketing system where appropriate 6/18/2015 8:03 AM
34 A small compulsory charge, per night, per vehicle would be quite acceptable. i.e. $5.00 6/17/2015 5:09 PM
35 Again why target just freedom campers what about day trippers !!! 6/17/2015 4:03 PM
36 No camping no cost 6/17/2015 3:58 PM
37 fines for not useing bins and toilets. 6/17/2015 2:56 PM
38 User pays 6/17/2015 2:47 PM
39 A cost of about $3per person as the MZMCA do at their sites for self contained vehicles 6/17/2015 11:01 AM
40 Most self contained campers are willing to help provide the maintenance but a $ should be suggested 6/17/2015 10:51 AM
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41 If CSC vehicles stay somewhere there should be no associated costs as we have our own toilet/waste facilites on 6/17/2015 10:44 AM board!
42 We all come from a rate paying area , the cost of up keep is amortized throughout the country. 6/17/2015 8:57 AM
43 User pays 6/16/2015 8:31 PM
44 Maybe a Freedom camping pass, bit like the doc pass. 6/16/2015 7:21 PM
45 They should be funded by the user, charged 6/16/2015 6:52 PM
46 Payment made by the Freedom Campers via Ranger - user pays in NZ 6/12/2015 11:27 PM
47 A access gate into areas like a car park. Pay a gold coin donation to open the gate and print a ticket. Cartain 6/12/2015 5:14 PM hours gate is automatically open
48 the big problem is that the tourist is getting this free and us local rate paying new Zealanders end up paying to 6/12/2015 4:56 PM tidy up the mess when there is already people trying to make a living by providing this facility.
49 User Pay 6/12/2015 4:11 PM
50 This user is happy to pay his own way in your community. A "donation" may not be enough and why should I 6/12/2015 3:06 PM donate and my fellow traveller forget to?
51 a levy on non-self contained rental vehicles 6/12/2015 12:07 AM
52 Been great going to places that have toilet facilities as our camper does not have a toilet 6/11/2015 11:25 PM
53 But needs good signage explaining what your donation goes towards. Or another idea is freedom campers could 6/11/2015 9:42 PM purchase a license (annual or partial) for a small fee that covers these costs/services
54 freedom campers through rental agencies 6/11/2015 10:41 AM
55 freedom campers 6/9/2015 8:43 PM
56 Camp fee like doc sites have 6/9/2015 9:59 AM
57 A nightly visit by a collection person as happens in many other districts 6/9/2015 9:31 AM
58 In Order fro any one to camp the must pay a anual license fee, This is designated by a clearly visable sticker 6/9/2015 9:29 AM
59 Costs shouldn't be taken from local residents. 6/9/2015 8:31 AM
60 well this is status quo I guess. 6/8/2015 3:22 PM
61 The person using the facilities 6/8/2015 1:53 PM
62 User pays - I don't believe that a community should have to provide for something they are not using. 6/8/2015 1:47 PM
63 Not Donations but a Nightly Fee Perhaps tickets as DOC Huts require 6/8/2015 9:59 AM
64 plus user pays - such as user pay toilets, showers, rubbish collection and water. The economic benefits of these 6/8/2015 9:36 AM campers are received by local petrol stations, dairies, supermarkets as well as tourism activities such as museums and tours, so the cost should be a combination of rates, charity and user pays.
65 this is why i don't think there should be freedom camping - why should they get it for free and we pay for them 6/7/2015 8:01 AM
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Q21 Although providing rubbish containers may limit litter, there would be a cost involved. Should Council provide rubbish bins?
Answered: 348 Skipped: 98
No, Council should not...
Yes, Council should provi...
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
No, Council should not provide rubbish containers - campers are required to take their rubbish away with them 40.80% 142
Yes, Council should provide rubbish containers 59.20% 206
Total 348
# Other (please specify) Date
1 If no bins supplied rubbish will still be left to lie around 7/6/2015 5:17 PM
2 Definitely 7/5/2015 1:00 PM
3 If we don't , they are more inclined to litter, but cost to rate payer 7/3/2015 4:32 PM
4 Actually a tricky one. This is servicing the tourism industry so should be user pays if collection provided. 7/3/2015 3:52 PM
5 Tourists need to fund this. 7/2/2015 8:12 PM
6 DOC camps what you take inyou take out 7/2/2015 4:51 PM
7 They are also likely to be spending in this community 7/2/2015 10:31 AM
8 if it was paid by users, it is easy to maintain the site and finance it 7/2/2015 9:18 AM
9 We pay for this in our rates 7/1/2015 11:26 PM
10 We are also likely to be spending in this community 7/1/2015 11:11 PM
11 But Councils please show common sense please. 6/29/2015 8:32 PM
12 This question is rather against the NZMCA view however there is an increase in rubbish around the countryside 6/29/2015 4:29 PM and not all of this is by freedom campers, day trippers are also responsible. Allthough I agree with the user pay system for some reason this does not seem to help although I have seen in some areas cotainers for rubbish that require a coin to operate and these are just ideal, making everyone happy as locals can use these also if they need to.
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13 Great logic to the anwer "no" . If campers are required to take it with them, then where to ? Take a leaf out of the 6/28/2015 9:50 PM DOC Campsite rules - take you rubbish with you as bins are not provided which results in campers at dOC sites taking their rubbish with them to the next town they visit..
14 Freedom campers should take their rubbish with them from individual overnight sites. But there needs to be 6/28/2015 9:24 PM available in main centres accessible facilities to dispose of it - preferably recycling and rubbish.
15 please consider adding rubbish container at dump stations or directions to nearest rubbish dump. 6/26/2015 8:52 PM
16 Rubbish is mostly from people "just passing through" or picnicing so more rubbish containers are advisable. 6/26/2015 10:53 AM
17 it is not just the campers that use these. I have used them on many day trips. 6/25/2015 4:31 PM
18 Irresponsible campers will litter unless there is a simple solution to hand, and that is likely to mean providing 6/24/2015 4:29 PM rubbish bins despite the cost.
19 There may be sites which for limited cost where coucil may provide rubbish containers but generally no 6/22/2015 7:33 PM
20 Should be provided In Most 6/22/2015 4:27 PM
21 We have in many cases found "locals"/lunch stop travelers leaving rubbish behind them (taken photos of some of 6/22/2015 1:27 PM them
22 Rubbish is a cost to all. there are options of coin operated rubbish bins in some circumstances. 6/22/2015 11:47 AM
23 It is not just campers that litter 6/21/2015 3:51 PM
24 Depending on the site. If it is used a lot by other people (eg day visitors) then bins could be provided 6/20/2015 10:24 PM
25 Have notices saying where refuse stations are and there open hours 6/20/2015 4:06 PM
26 not up to ratepayers to pay for sevices for someones else holiday. 6/20/2015 2:21 PM
27 This is optional, but generally do not expect camper to freedom load refuse, unless cost agreements with Motor 6/20/2015 1:32 AM Association.
28 A skip bin with a coin operated rotating device attached that permits rubbish to be placed in to it and then it can 6/18/2015 10:10 PM be rotated and emptied into the skip and ready for the next patron.
29 But in certain areas yes,. 6/18/2015 5:59 PM
30 All rubbish has to go somewhere in the district 6/18/2015 5:50 PM
31 Towns near freedom sites should provide a bin for campers waste 6/18/2015 5:46 PM
32 if the coucil provide rubbish bins, it just encourages mass dumping of locals waste as well 6/18/2015 1:22 PM
33 Non campers also use area and will leave rubbish 6/17/2015 10:43 PM
34 recycling depots at suitable locations 6/17/2015 8:03 PM
35 I think both work. 6/17/2015 7:57 PM
36 Info as where to take rubbish is helpful eg local dump 6/17/2015 7:11 PM
37 Depends where it is 6/17/2015 7:00 PM
38 But maybe have a central place , maybe a waste care bin to put rubbish . Could be provided with a combination 6/17/2015 1:03 PM lock and for a small fee the combination is given out by information centres .
39 By charging fee to park 6/17/2015 10:57 AM
40 This should be provided then this would help with the keepin clean 6/17/2015 10:51 AM
41 But it is advisable that there be clear signage to Council rubbish/recycling depots. Otherwise, when you're 6/17/2015 10:44 AM holidaying for a couple of weeks how else do we get rid of our rubbish? Same with providing dump stations!
42 if you are on the road you can't take it home. 6/17/2015 10:35 AM
43 I think an increase in general in rubbish bin distribution is needed throughout the region, litter isn't just a freedom 6/17/2015 10:25 AM camper's 'offense'.
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44 Easy to blame campers for rubbish while more often it are picnickers, walkers or people just parking up for a 6/17/2015 10:16 AM break.
45 The Council should provide facilities where the public, including all tourists and campers, can safely dispose of 6/17/2015 9:26 AM their waste. This may or may not require a user-pays system, but the facility should still be there.
46 When freedom camping in your area we contribute substantially to your local businesses, provide more recycle 6/16/2015 10:05 PM centres and we will use them.
47 Bins would be good as some people are just to damn lazy 6/16/2015 7:21 PM
48 Scenic places need litter receptacles, they should be in place for tourist and local users anyway, difficult sites 6/16/2015 6:52 PM should ask that visitors take litter with them to minimise council costs in maintaining these sites
49 Suitible rubbish disposal needs to be provided, but not on freedom camping sites. e.g. close to amenities- such 6/16/2015 5:53 PM as dump stations, service stations, supermarkets.
50 because still have cost of picking up litter any way 6/14/2015 1:38 PM
51 Provide recycling bins also for main things such as plastic/glass 6/14/2015 11:43 AM
52 even if they did they don't get used 6/12/2015 4:56 PM
53 yes but the cost should be covered by a levy on non-self contained campers 6/12/2015 12:07 AM
54 maybe a small charge for disposal of rubbish 6/10/2015 3:13 PM
55 In a perfect world, campers should take their rubbish with them.....but realistically, the majority won't do this, and 6/9/2015 2:22 PM the rubbish has to be deposited somewhere.
56 Where else is the rubbish going to go if they arent provided? 6/9/2015 9:31 AM
57 There are enough people with a debit to society that should be responsible for maintaining rubbish bins 6/9/2015 9:29 AM
58 I believe that campers should take their own rubbish with them, but the more rubbish bins the less letter there will 6/8/2015 1:47 PM be. Although then there is an added cost to remove the rubbish.
59 As they are required in Conservation areas 6/8/2015 9:59 AM
60 there are more campers - who leave more mess behind. if we don't clean it up it creates worse problems 6/7/2015 8:01 AM
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Q22 Council is investigating compliance options, and this includes having compliance officers where there is a need. Compliance officers will have the ability to issue fines.Which approach would you prefer?
Answered: 348 Skipped: 98
Tourist friendly -...
Instant fine - fines issued...
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Answer Choices Responses
48.56% Tourist friendly - fines issued to repeat offenders only 169
51.44% Instant fine - fines issued when rules aren't followed (the income from fines may help pay for compliance services, which would reduce the 179 burden on ratepayers)
Total 348
# Other (please specify) Date
1 ratepayers should not be expected to cover financial costs associated with compliance 7/5/2015 12:24 PM
2 instantly payable fines rather than a notice that is void when they leave the country 7/4/2015 6:06 PM
3 Who waves the stick 7/3/2015 4:32 PM
4 with social media a few fines would be all it takes to clean up problem areas. 7/2/2015 5:58 PM
5 I wouldn't like to see Compliance officers fining anyone. I would want our town to be visitor friendly and 7/1/2015 5:10 PM encourage people to stay.
6 Would require funding from Council to assist with Compliance Officers costs. 7/1/2015 12:54 PM
7 Also promote the use of digital photos on those not complying with the rules. Most NZMCA members have 6/28/2015 9:56 PM internet access on board so could easily email non-compliant activities observed to your offices. You would have to spend money to advertise an email address that photos could be forwarded to. This knowledge by campers would act as a deterent
8 Some people genuinely don't realise they have broken the rules, there is a need for warning and education. 6/28/2015 9:24 PM However it is recognised some could travel the area going from warning to warning.
9 Once you start down this slipper path the costs rise and create more problems than really exist. 6/26/2015 10:54 AM
10 you should be local friendly more than tourist friendly. 6/25/2015 4:31 PM
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11 encouragement not enforcement! 6/25/2015 11:11 AM
12 There should be an instant fine option available if rules are broken but an amount of compliance officer discretion 6/24/2015 4:33 PM should also be allowed.
13 Or blatantly disregarding Compliance Officers 6/24/2015 11:44 AM
14 Instant fines for non self contained vehicles is a must to protect our country. 6/22/2015 7:05 PM
15 One warning given - Then fine them 6/22/2015 1:29 PM
16 No Fine 6/22/2015 11:52 AM
17 Neither option - we want our town to be tourist/visitor friendly 6/22/2015 11:37 AM
18 Social media makes spreading the word extremely fast. 6/20/2015 10:25 PM
19 Freedom camper text and post online to other freedom campers - makes less camping in prohibited areas 6/20/2015 4:08 PM
20 The opportunity to fine is optional. If Officers fine then the rules can change overnight and Council loses face 6/20/2015 1:36 AM (this happened to me in Western Bays Council). The rules were reverse of what I assumed were appropriate and now they are appropriate. I call that Dickhead outcome.
21 An expense that should not be required - use existing staff or community groups. 6/19/2015 1:07 AM
22 Compliance costs exist whether Freedom Camping is completely prohibited or allowed. So it is a better 6/18/2015 11:45 PM proposition to police non self contained
23 No Fines issue trespass notices for whole district. three strike policy 6/18/2015 5:46 PM
24 Neither just ask them to move on make sure there are plenty of signs stating no camping 6/18/2015 3:53 PM
25 Friendly to a point, depends on attitude of persons, descretion of officer 6/18/2015 1:23 PM
26 any revinue could help offset recycling costs 6/17/2015 8:05 PM
27 Having a compliance officer that uses common sense if you can find one 6/17/2015 7:02 PM
28 Education is the way to go. Instant fines I just don't agree with unless there is a real problem with those 6/17/2015 6:53 PM concerned
29 hurt in the pocket is the only way to get through to those who are spoiling things for the rest of us 6/17/2015 5:11 PM
30 As per grey district council 6/17/2015 4:03 PM
31 I do agree with an instant fine for unsafe camping habits (Ie unsanitary toileting) 6/17/2015 12:19 PM
32 Fines on a case by case method 6/17/2015 10:59 AM
33 Target the NON SELFCONTAINED offenders with an instant fine 6/17/2015 10:20 AM
34 It is important to strike a balance between the educational and regulatory approaches. 6/17/2015 9:27 AM
35 There must be clear notices and must be, policed 6/16/2015 8:39 PM
36 If some one is informed of there wrong doing and asked to comply and dont ,then fine them 6/16/2015 7:26 PM
37 Tourists know what is legal or not, around mossburn they park late after getting moved on from queenstown 6/16/2015 6:19 PM
38 There is a hard core of free loaders who willingly flout rules. Heavy (nightly) enforcement with 1 warning, or light 6/16/2015 5:56 PM enforcement with no warnings - $200 fine == 4 nights in a commecrcial camp, they need to know it will cost more to break the rules.
39 Laws will be flouted if not policed, then CSC vehicles will be penalised because of people sleeping in cars etc. 6/16/2015 5:36 PM
40 Discretion would need to be used,either way 6/13/2015 3:04 PM
41 Although I think it would depend on the situation and how well informed the camper is. 6/11/2015 9:47 PM
42 if the rules are fair and clear it is easy to follow them 6/10/2015 3:14 PM
43 If they are not in the correct area they are moved on or fined if they fail to follow instructions. 6/9/2015 9:33 AM
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44 Camper Van owners that hire out vans should not be covered by insurance unless in a designated area 6/8/2015 10:01 AM
45 Educate first then fine 6/7/2015 1:00 PM
46 there are enough tourists going through - surely the income would help pay for the officer employed 6/7/2015 8:01 AM
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Q23 Please list any changes you would like Council to make to existing freedom camping rules in your area.You can find your nearest designated freedom camping area on the map here: www.southlanddc.govt.nz/my- southland/freedom-campingExamples of changes include removing or adding a designated freedom camping site, restricting the local designated site to self- contained camping only, or changing the length of stay limits.
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# Responses Date
1 Freedom camping should be allowed in a designated area behind the Anzac Oval at the Community Board's 7/9/2015 10:18 AM discretion to self-contained camper vans only.
2 Maybe change the length of stay limits at some sites. 7/6/2015 5:26 PM
3 I would like to see a freedom camping area with a toilet and an effluent dump station situated in: Fiordland Athol 7/5/2015 1:00 PM Catlins There could be an honesty box suggested donation system. The baby boomers are coming and wanting to spend their hard earned savings in our area. And for the other extreme this allows families to get away on holiday who may not have the means to do so any other way.
4 In our area there are many freedom camping areas up the Eglin ton valley and in the newly opened nzmca area 7/5/2015 12:32 PM at alpine terrace, Why should more areas be made available when there are existing places that cater for camping. It is not the council core function to further burden rate payers by being in the business of providing services for campers.
5 Increase the number of freedom camping sites to prevent large numbers concentrating in limited areas Make 7/4/2015 6:36 PM sure there is plenty of reminders about prohibition of despoiling the countryside with rubbish, human wastes etc. (Singapore doesn't appear to have this problem). In my 80 years I have experienced freedom of our glorious outdoors and all other accommodation being booked out over holiday periods.
6 No Freedom Camping. 7/4/2015 6:07 PM
7 Fortrose. Stop people camping on Headland past Golf Course. Area B - Boat Harbour road should only be Self 7/3/2015 4:40 PM contained A no camping sign is needed at start and end of Fraser,s beach road as I see a lot of evidence and have seen non self contained staying there. Replacment sign needed at Stirling's Courner where Kiosk is "No Camping'' its gone missing
8 Camping in public areas should be self contained only. Camping in cars etc should be in commercial camps. Non 7/3/2015 4:12 PM self contained freedom camping should only be in remote areas (non congested and not accessable by car) or commercial camps. Why also not some areas reserved for Southland rate payers and their families. Rate payers could be issued with a camping area access pass. Te Anau families used to enjoy camping at Rainbow Reach in Te Anau, but because of tourism no's over Christmas period this option had to be closed. The local families are paying the rates to provide and maintain these areas, but are having their access to traditional camping spots removed due to tourist over use and abuse. A plastic card like the Fish & Game card could go to each rate payer and small discrete areas set aside for them over school holiday periods, that can only be used by card holding rate payers. The term "Freedom Camping" should also be looked at. "No Freedom Camping" is such a negative message. Should be simply camping permitted for certified self contained vehicles only, camping permitted, no camping. The no freedom bit makes it look like people are entering a police state. Self Contained Vehicles should have a easily visable sticker in the front window certifying that the vehicle is self contained, for ease of compliance monitoring of sites.
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9 The Tuatapere Community Board would like to see an area on Main Road Tuatapere be designated as a site for 7/3/2015 10:38 AM self-contained camping for a maximum period of 7 days. A map showing the area will be generated by the Area Engineer (Leighton Hare).
10 self contained camping only self contained campers not interested staying at camping grounds. It would be nice 7/2/2015 11:14 PM to see Te Anau more camper van friendly.Queens Reach would be our favourite spot.
11 If you are self contained you should be able to park most anywhere. Tourist non-self contained vehicles are the 7/2/2015 10:16 PM biggest problem. Charge them, not the ordinary Kiwi. My biggest concern is that Kiwi kids growing up in our beautiful Country should be able to go down to the river and pitch their tent and experience our great outdoors without being frightened that they are breaking the law. This freedom SHOULD NOT be taken away from our Kids.
12 The following freedom camping areas should be removed as they all have holiday park or camping business 7/2/2015 9:35 PM within a 20 minute drive either way. Monkey Island, Colac Bay, Waikawa, Haldane, Thornbury.
13 Freedom camping should be allowed outside of the Te Anau 50km zone or perhaps by 2km. In all fairness to 7/2/2015 8:35 PM local motor parks and other accommodation services, those that chose to camp outside of the 50km zone should have the right to do so. Queens Reach should be added back into the Freedom camping rules as this was used by lots of local families for generations and is a fabulous low cost area to stay for locals that like to go just out of town but still be close for weekends.... There is no where for locals to go now that is close especially in an area that dogs are allowed. Plenty of other towns have got somewhere for locals to go within 10 mins drive. The cost of fuel is excessive and this needs to be taken into consideration when thinking of freedom camping places. There was a time when you could jump into your truck with your family for a very reasonable weekend away in relation to fuel, however that is not the case today. So therefore this is a MAJOR consideration.
14 All areas need the same rules to keep it simple to understand. Lengths of stay can vary from place to place 7/2/2015 8:15 PM though. Freedom Camping needs to be controlled!
15 As long as vehicles display a self containment certificate, they should be able to park where they like (taking 7/2/2015 7:47 PM safety into account). If no certificate be told to move on or face an instant fine.
16 Freedom campers should camp in the designated sites not in front of the boat ramp or beside the toilets 7/2/2015 4:53 PM
17 Generally it is not the site that is the issue, the law is an ass, currently anybody can do anything, anytime. 7/2/2015 10:31 AM Certified self contained freedom camping should be the only permissable freedom camping available.
18 Generally it is not the site that is the issue, the law is an ass, currently anybody can do anything anytime. 7/2/2015 9:40 AM Certified Self Contained freedom camping should be the only permissible freedom camping available.
19 In general it should be paid by users, perhaps price should be similar as in DOC camp sites. The money 7/2/2015 9:23 AM collected should be able to cover cost (at least partially) of a council employee / volunteer maintaining the campsite.
20 I think self contained vehicles should be able to stay a reasonable amount of time as this bring money into the 7/1/2015 11:28 PM local community. As a responsible council you should provide rubbish bins.
21 any changes have to be across the board as closing 1 place or restricting nights needs to be the same 7/1/2015 5:25 PM everywhere as you are only shifting the problem from 1 place to another. as these campers are NOT going to stay at the camping ground.SO ALL Waikawa ,Curio bay ,Fortrose ,slope point need to be looked as 1.
22 The Riverton/Aparima Community Board is investigating appropriate sites for freedom camping for self contained 7/1/2015 12:56 PM vehicles within the Riverton Township.
23 Please see review comments I have already submitted. 6/30/2015 11:07 PM
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24 I can well understand Councils concerns.I am a member of the NZMCA having travelled throughout NZ many 6/29/2015 9:16 PM times, including Vanning overseas.When I see people not adhering to correct procedure whilst parking over in freedom areas, I bring it to that parties attention & telling them what is expected. Likewise countless members within this assoc certainly do the same. Yes the assoc has the odd rotten apple within, but 95% are usually Tourists that come to NZ & haven't the faintest idea on maintaining the waste produced in their van. Let alone Vans such as Wicked & the like that may if lucky if they even have a pottipotti aboard. Some of Campervan Hiring Comp"s, even charge extra if the tourist should dare to use the toilet facillities. I being now well up in years, well remember the happy times camping with no restrictions. In the main Compers left no mess. I feel quite strongly that my liberties are being encroached on by those overseas tourists that dont know any different about cleanliness. Perhaps overseas tourists should use only designated or Commercially operated camping grounds & NZ 's being only allowed the freedom areas. As NZ wants tourists including those using vans,the time is here that Councils employ a ranger to assist.Fines should be high, & perhaps even higher to NZ Van owners that should Know better
25 There are many sites that could be added to the Southland area as when one looks at the places that one can 6/29/2015 4:29 PM legally park the lineup is extremely small. The number of vans on the road is increasing at a rapid rate, having been on the road for 18 years we certainly note this increase which needs to be addressed before there are major problems.
26 I believe all sites throughout Southland should be for self contained camping only.To ensure this is easily 6/29/2015 12:05 PM complied with by installing dump stations within say 15 minutes drive of all self contained areas.once this is provided an instant fine system should be instigated and enforced by the council.
27 To have self contained in the Waikawa Domain only, a set fee for the nights stay and a compliance officer 6/29/2015 10:30 AM employed to oversee this. To have a restricted number allowed on the Domain at one time.
28 1. All sites, other than registered campgrounds , to be designated CSC (certified self contained ) and vehicles to 6/28/2015 10:10 PM display current compliance certificate. 2. ALL dogs to be on a lead at ALL times when outside the camper van/ motor home. NO exceptions. 3. Maximum days stays to be clearly shown at entrance to campsites and in any literature and other conditions eg Max. of 4 consecutive days days in any week.
29 Provide more designated areas within main centres and townships, eg off street car parks at reserves or public 6/28/2015 9:33 PM domains. If necessary directing limited vehicle numbers and specific location within the car park, and number of days.
30 The Wallacetown site should be self-contained camping only as there are no toilets in this area. 6/27/2015 12:29 PM
31 Queens reach 6/26/2015 8:55 PM
32 Remove free camping at Clifton bridge and Monkey Island 6/26/2015 1:57 PM
33 Since there are so few it would be ill-advised to reduce the number. Make them more appealing. 6/26/2015 10:56 AM
34 Camping in and around our beautiful country is a privilege that i do not want taken away from careful, 6/25/2015 4:34 PM consideration people. However, the silly, or down right stupid people need to be pulled into line or use other options. The majority of people are really good at cleaning up and being responsible, they should not be penalized by the few who need to be fined.
35 the more sites the better.....if travelers feel welcome they will stay longer...... and spend more money in the area. 6/25/2015 11:13 AM
36 Some heavily visited sites (Waikawa?) might benefit from an enforced fee plus (voluntary?) custodian. Certified 6/24/2015 4:41 PM self-contained freedom camping should generally be allowed in suitable rural/scenic areas providing access by the general public isn't compromised.
37 Make all sites self contained.Then there will be no need for toilets.Hence no extra burden on rate payers.As for 6/24/2015 7:44 AM rubbish,the camper is responsible for the removal of their own.
38 Keep it simple Fully self contained vehicles only Stop and Park anywhere for max of 3 days and 2 nights at one 6/23/2015 11:24 PM time Instant fine and seizure of vehicle
39 freedom camping sites should be available to those who go to the trouble & cost of obtaining a self containment 6/23/2015 10:20 PM license. overnight stays should have limits in urban areas.
40 Self contained freedom camping only unless toilets and rubbish bins are supplied 6/23/2015 9:50 PM
41 If toilet facilities are not available then Freedom Camping should be restricted to Certified Self Contained vehicles 6/23/2015 1:09 PM only
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42 I don't think there is any need to change a thing! The only problem is with rich people who can afford non - 6/23/2015 1:06 PM camping accommodation and who want to buy up all the scenic areas and lock every one else out - except for their rich mates of course!
43 Desigated camping site where rubbish bins are provied 6/23/2015 1:05 PM
44 I think that a composting toilet should be provided at every freedom camping area and this would make it more 6/23/2015 11:01 AM hygienic for everyone
45 Areas for selfcontained compliant vehicles to be increased but for non compliant vehicles to be decreased. The 6/23/2015 12:22 AM non selfcontained vehicles I have found are largely used for young people who know they are only in NZ for a short time and probably wont be back they have no respect for our country and cause pollution both by toileting anywhere they like leaving rubbish and partying till all hours disturbing other holiday makers.
46 If you want people to abide by rules please make sure sufficent signage 6/22/2015 11:24 PM
47 Don't feel I can comment, having not camped in the Southland area, due to having family who can accommodate 6/22/2015 10:07 PM our van on private property.
48 If there is a suitable place at the mouth of the Waiau River near the sea would be good for a new park area, also 6/22/2015 9:52 PM any coastal areas that are available.
49 It costs money for campers to reach self-containment level and keep it and most I have met are responsible 6/22/2015 8:57 PM campers abiding by the rules. Changes to length of stay limits may protect sensitive areas.
50 Seek a designated spot to freedom camp in the vicinity of Invercargill. So many campers avoid the town because 6/22/2015 8:12 PM of a lack of this. There is a lot to gain for the Town if freedom camping is allowed.
51 Self contained vehicles are the way to go but there also needs a very good code of conduct. There is still concern 6/22/2015 7:40 PM over smaller vehicles which are supposedly self contained but in reality some of the people in these vehicles are still not abiding by the rules. Rental vehicle companies especially need to provide very good education to users hiring their vehicles. Where there is blatant non compliance the government really needs to step up with penalties that are enforceable and particularly with overseas guests make these applicable at the border
52 All sites without totilet facilities must be limited to self contained vehicles. Would like to see more sites made 6/22/2015 7:07 PM available to self contained vehicles.
53 Providing CSC freedom camping opportunities in or close to Te Anau. 6/22/2015 6:03 PM
54 There very much need to be a lot more designated freedom camping sites are Te Anau / Manapouri and the 6/22/2015 2:53 PM council stop protecting the private camping grounds
55 The council has been brilliant in its current outlook on Freedom camping and i believe it is the NON CERTIFIED 6/22/2015 2:48 PM tourist vehicle (eg Juicy rental style) that are causing the majority of the problems associated with litter and black waste.etc It would be of great benefit if councils were also able to supply fresh drinking water at various sites as Tourist generally find it hard to access. At those points I would suggest waste bins , as there are no waste bins thru out Southland that I am aware of where travellers can deposit waste. The rubbish sites are far and few between and this can cause problems with rubbish left anywhere. A coin operated rubbish skip similar to that which is operated around the Marlborough Sounds would be of benefit
56 Freedom camping should be restricted to certified self contained units only a tent is not self contained nor is 6/22/2015 2:30 PM some one sleeping in the back of a small van
57 I would like to see self contained freedom camping encouraged 6/22/2015 2:16 PM
58 Change the length of stay in many places,to allow more time that selfcontained vehicle can stay, in many cases a 6/22/2015 1:46 PM properly self contained vehicle can last 5+ days without having to "dump". If we are visiting an area that has a time limit say 5pm to 9am and we wish to explore the area (say a walk thru the bush/lake shore/river during the day or shop in town these sort of restrictions mean no money gets spent in that area.). Most like us tow a car behind and leave the Motorhome where we were parked overnight. Rubbish bins; we pickup after those that just dump their rubbish but where do we leave it if there are no bins in the area-we certainly dont want to have it in our vehicle.
59 restricting to self contained 6/22/2015 12:46 PM
60 There are some great freedom camping sites around Southland. Would love to keep them all and maybe more. 6/22/2015 12:44 PM Thanks so much for what you have on offer. We are ones that take out what we bring in. I wouldn't mind seeing the designated sites restricted to self contained only and don't mind restriction on length of says. We love getting away for a night or two round Southland.
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61 Restrict freedom camping to self contain vehicles ,where no toilets are provided. Make more sites available. 6/22/2015 12:33 PM Whether Toilets and bins are provided or not.
62 Thank you for the chance to give my view of freedom camping. I live in the township of Waikawa where a number 6/22/2015 12:26 PM of visitors use the domain for freedom camping. There is no doubt that visitor numbers to 'The Catlins' has increased over the years, and infrastructure is required to accommodate people from sleeper vans to luxury accommodation. I like what the freedom campers add to our township. Having people visit the domain adds to the vibrancy of the town in the summer. I , and find the freedom campers very appreciative of the surroundings provided for camping. Their are a variety of reasons given for choosing Waikawa ; friendly people , food caravan, pleasant bush setting, safety of well lit toilets etc. Many of the visitors are on limited income, and often domestic travellers who are having a 'kiwi holiday' camping experience. Holiday makers support the events being run by the district e.g. housie, art exhibitions, new year hoe down, movie nights etc. This support ensures these events remain viable, and adds to their future success. As quoted in the stuff.co.nz article about freedom camping their are benefits and costs to freedom campers. We have managed accommodation in Waikawa for the past 4 years, and this last season we were required to carry water to the accommodation because of the lower than usual January, February rainfall. Refuse disposal is complicated because some ratepayers don't have their own bin, and use the bins provided at the hall. The reason for this is that some rate payers are elderly, or their residence is a holiday home. Not all of the cost of the refuse disposal comes from freedom camping. I am on the road around 5 a.m. mostly on weekends. Before social media made people aware of the designated freedom camping area at the domain I would see sleeper vans up no exit roads, parked in gateways, precariously parked on road verges. Thankfully as people have come to know about the facilities at the domain, local people are able to direct campers to a designated area without confrontation about people illegally parking, and leaving waste on the roadside. Previous to this I would often have people request to park up my driveway, or on my section. Now I have the option of directing them to a safe camping area. When giving them details about Curio Bay campground people prefer the Waikawa domain because the toilet facilities are better. Note see trip advisor reviews of Curio Bay camping ground facilities.
63 Where there is no toilet facility,only allow self contained campers 6/22/2015 12:06 PM
64 Freedom camping in Southland is well catered for except TeAnau/ Manapouri and perhaps Waikawa 6/22/2015 12:05 PM
65 Self contained camping only unless public toilets are avaiable at site. 6/22/2015 12:00 PM
66 We would like to see the Tuatapere Domain actively promoted as being a desirable freedom camping site for 6/22/2015 11:40 AM self-contained vehicles. This is a lovely area and is under utilised. Our group's aim is to promote Tuatapere and this area provides a wonderful bush setting, which isn't far from the Town centre and hopefully encourages visitors to our Town for more than one night.
67 Stays should be limited to one night Do not make any new sites. Direct guests to camp grouñds Definitely self 6/22/2015 12:55 AM contained only
68 Make the signage better. It can be difficult to tell if you are breaking the rules or not when parking overnight. Not 6/21/2015 4:00 PM all of us can get internet on the go, so back up the good information you have online with good signs. We are in favour of allowing self contained camping wherever the council feels it is appropriate, but it is frustrating to see many people sleeping in cars and fouling these areas. Banning the non self contained campers seems to make no difference, these are continual offenders and they don't care. Get the council to bring in instant fines and wheel clamps. I am sure the compliance levels will improve. Southland, it is nice to see you are already setting aside designated areas for freedom camping. We particularly liked Monkey Island and Fortrose. It encouraged us to stay longer in the area, and we also needed some repairs done while in Invercargill, so your local economy can benefit from these travellers. Yes, we also use camp grounds, just not every night.
69 We wish for freedom camping to be prohibited in Colac Bay . There is already a commercial campground in the 6/21/2015 7:29 AM Bay . Campers make no economic contribution to the Bay . . Within a few years , there will be more houses on our site . The effect of freedom camping on our privacy , safety and seaviews is grossly disproportionate to any benefit that may be achieved for Colac bay . We can think of no benefit at all for anyone in Colac Bay . There may be some Colac bay residents who have visitors with campervans . These visitors should park on their hosts property , not the beachfront outside someone else's house .. I personally know of an Invercargill couple who regularly freedom camp on the Colac Bay beachfront when they could easily afford to stay at the campground or rent a local crib . Campers don't need to stay overnight to enjoy the Colac Bay beachfront view .
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70 Do not permit Freedom camping at all especially camper vans.It has already been shown in Queenstown that it is 6/20/2015 8:39 PM impossible to regulate or enforce. It is better to have clear cut policy either yes or no as generally Freedom campers wish to travel as cheaply as possible and wish to avoid on costs and make every effort to avoid paying for services.This includes using public and private facilities illegally to take showers,wash cloths use kitchen facilities and toliets.At our Park (Queenstown Lakeview Holiday Park) it has almost a full time task during peak periods trying to stop Freedom campers sneaking into the park and using our facilities. The local areas in Queenstown despite some limited enforcement are plagued with Freedom campers everyday who leave waste etc behind.
71 I would like to see all Freedom Camping sites restricted to Certified self contained vehicles only, unless there are 6/20/2015 4:21 PM adequate toilet facilities on site
72 Any campers ( tents, van, self-contained motorhomes etc) should be able to stay in a designated area. Not set up 6/20/2015 4:19 PM just for the Motorhome Assn. Campers should pay for the facilities they use - there should be no cost to the ratepayer at all. People come to see our beautiful part of the country and enjoy the experience - this is freedom camping. Freedom camping gives the experiencing camping in different or unusual sites or areas where there are no other campgrounds or facilities - not FREE accommodation.
73 recording of repeat/all offenders and policing of locations 6/20/2015 2:21 PM
74 No freedom camping in any urban areas. Freedom camping in non-self contained vehicles permitted in DOC 6/20/2015 1:39 PM camp sites and commercial holiday parks
75 Ensure Limited number of overnight stays at any specific site is advertised and agreed. Adequate signage must 6/20/2015 1:47 AM be placed for camping expectations. Monitoring of site as required by Council and Regulatory Compliance. Complaints are considered, logged, and addressed as-required, but not all complaints are legitimate for any offence to be shown.
76 Would like to see designated freedom camping for self contained vehicles only and strict infringement notices for 6/19/2015 2:51 PM those without self containment
77 Please add designated freedom camping sites in/around Tuatapere. Two obvious locations are the Domain (self 6/19/2015 1:12 AM contained) and at the end of Fiahing Camp Road (no restrictions). Other areas should be considered. We want to attract tourists to the area.
78 Allow overnight parking of self contained vehicles wherever they may be parked while not creating any specific 6/18/2015 11:59 PM nuisance and police the policy as Council would do if parking was not allowed at all. Theoretically the compliance costs are the same. Allowing sc vehicles to use unused in town carparks and the like will allow travelers to access restaurants, bars etc. without driving afterwards. As long as they are gone by the start of business the next day, businesses can benefit from the spending power of the modern motorhomer in a win win.
79 Dump stations with potable water, nearby, and rubbish facilities attract freedom campers. NZMCA estimate that 6/18/2015 10:16 PM their members spend, on average, $78.00 per day. Currently the NZMCA has 60,000 members and growing. Why shouldn't Southland have some of that money spent down here? Thank you for the opportunity to comment.
80 Have designated freedom camping sites for self contained only. 6/18/2015 8:23 PM
81 NZMCA Self Contained Vehicles have a very limited impact on the environment Members spend a considerable 6/18/2015 6:16 PM amount of money within the areas they camp in.Time spent within an area = amount spent with local business.//// Increase Freedom or Low Cost camping sites./// Increase length of stay limits.
82 1 All sites should be 1 night maximum stay or 3 nights if self contained 2 All certified self contained campers 6/18/2015 5:47 PM should be able to park over night anywhere 3 All Reserves , picnic areas , rest stops ,car parks with public toilets should be freedom sites 4Add camp sites Derik Turnbull Reserve Tussock Creek Edendale Scenic Reserve Pourakino picnic area Mores Scenic Reserve Riverton Seaward Downs Scenic Reserve
83 Sites should be for self Contained Vehicles only. If for overnight only departure time should be 10am./ 6/18/2015 4:12 PM
84 Donations don't appear to work for all, but at least some do, and that's a help. 6/18/2015 3:54 PM
85 I enjoy freedom camping. I take everything and leave nothing but a squashed piece of grass, most of the time 6/18/2015 1:26 PM others do too that I see, Im a local and will go local places just to get out of the house for a night. We find we do use places with a toilet more often, such as the great one at Monkey Island, keeps the wife happy! We are not self contained but are responsible campers, be a shame to loose areas.
86 Self containment should always be as per the NZ Standards and administered by the NZMCA 6/18/2015 10:32 AM
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87 Using common sense eg. If travellers are tired they need to stop and sleep. Almost 100% of NZMCA members 6/18/2015 9:14 AM are now self-contained and respect the environment. They also bring money, business and goodwill to Southland communities.
88 I would like to see queens reach reinstated as a freedom camping area but maybe with a fee / ticketing system 6/18/2015 8:07 AM run through the doc office, say a max of 20-30 parties per night and instant heavy fines on non ticket/ littering / fire issues. Personally maybe a cheaper rate for locals but not essential
89 campers visit council an pay ie$5.00 to use self containment parks and have display cards to show payment to 6/17/2015 11:16 PM cover costs to maintain parks
90 All sites should self contained camping only 6/17/2015 10:45 PM
91 I loved southland when we freedom camped there this march. For the first time. 6/17/2015 10:24 PM
92 Only NZ residents or citizens allowed to freedom camp, NO HIRE vehicles should be freedom camping. Hire 6/17/2015 8:43 PM campers should pay for facilities such as private or council owned camp sites.
93 although I am not a resident of your region I believe that compliant freedom camping can have a positive return to 6/17/2015 8:09 PM the region with more tourisim dollars being spent in your area.
94 Generally removing the restrictions. Your survey hasn't asked for the postive aspects of freedom camping. These 6/17/2015 7:54 PM include having a presence overnight to deter vandalism and other undesirable behaviour, cleaning up the rubbish left by daytime visitors and giving visitors the chance to enjoy the great kiwi experience.
95 n/a 6/17/2015 7:25 PM
96 More signage at the gate. Pack in pack out. If you are not self contained you cannot stay. 6/17/2015 6:54 PM
97 Length of stay should be suited to the location (rural, urban) Non self contained vehicles only in serviced areas. 6/17/2015 6:14 PM
98 Prohibit non self contained vehicles totally. Limit the stay time to prevent long term campers. Lobby the self 6/17/2015 5:59 PM containment issuers to change the standards required to qualify for a self containment certificate. For example, the toilet needs to be in a private room and readily accessible, not stored under a bed in a car or small van
99 Place a max number of vehicles per site, limit length of stays, strictly enforce self containment rules. Check the 6/17/2015 5:16 PM full self containment certificate which must be carried, don't just rely on stickers placed on vehicles. Use short term wardens at poular sites to enforce regulations. (in the same way DOC uses volunteers at their sites)
100 Make the process simple. If you are not self contained you must stay at a motor camp 6/17/2015 4:03 PM
101 Minimum 7 nights to allow enough time to enjoy the area. Water tap and rubbish bins available. Self contained 6/17/2015 3:14 PM vehicles only
102 Have a data base of freedom camping site and list of sites and restriction in all rental vans. 6/17/2015 3:05 PM
103 No freedom camping within a specified radius ( to be determined by council)of an established camping ground. 6/17/2015 2:49 PM
104 Freedom camping should only be allowed for fully self contained vehicles. People camping in cars should not be 6/17/2015 2:18 PM permitted in freedom camping areas in any district.
105 SOUTHLAND NEEDS TO BE A CAMPER AND TOURIST FRIENDLY AREA 6/17/2015 1:06 PM
106 All freedom camping sites should be self contained only , increase fines for offenders. The 2 day stay is quite 6/17/2015 1:06 PM acceptable time period
107 self contained only 6/17/2015 12:06 PM
108 We have spent around 4 months in the Southland Area over 2014 and in that time spent money on upgrades to 6/17/2015 11:46 AM our motorhome as well as normal living costs eg food fuel gas clothes etc
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109 We actually live in a self contained motorhome (bus) but presently parked up in a camp due to working 6/17/2015 11:04 AM commitments. We find it increasing difficult to be able to head off and freedom camp in or near other town due to restrictions which to us are completely unfounded. We are extremely responsible and are finding it difficult to understand we are classed as irresponsible. We are not overseas tourists that required English lessons. Being born and bred in Invercargill we are concerned that there is no NZMCA park available for people like ourselves to park in and work/spend in the area. And this is due to Council restrictions of grounds. We want to stay in Invercargill and enjoy our golden years but the cost of staying in camping grounds is severely eating into our funds. I realise there is a whole lot of issues here but on the whole if you permit self contained vehicles to park up and enjoy the area they will help the economy in the areas. Shutting people out will inevitably lead to tourist bypassing the area and heading somewhere else. Te Anau is a great example of trying to eliminate Campers. It is such a beautiful area. WE ARE NOT ALL GYPSIES...
110 As I am not a resident now just a self contained camper visiting I feel I cannot comment except to say I would 6/17/2015 11:03 AM respect and stay in a Freedom camping spot in Southland.
111 Self contained only 6/17/2015 11:00 AM
112 Reviewing the prohibitions that apply to Urban Areas, and reducing these to restricted areas with appropriate 6/17/2015 9:28 AM rules that address the relevant issues in accordance with the legislation. It is unlawful and inappropriate to prohibit freedom camping via a bylaw, in order to protect the interests of commercial operators.
113 My experience is that at some freedom camping sites the freedom campers in effect help cut down on vandalism 6/17/2015 7:30 AM also in a lot of cases help keep the area tidy and free of rubbish. The problem with freedom campers that I see is largely with tourists in little low cost rentals with no on board toilet . Those tourists need to be directed to areas with toilets.
114 Why are there no freedom camping places in Invercargill? Surely there are some carparks in parks that would be 6/16/2015 11:56 PM suitable for freedom camping. There is no need to charge freedom campers. You do not charge a family to use a park where they would use rubbish facilities and the toilets.
115 Please ensure that everyone responding to this question, is fully aware of the specific wording of the Freedom 6/16/2015 10:09 PM Camping Act. Councils although guided by the wishes of local communities cannot willy nilly enact local body bylaws based on factors not set out in the Freedom Camping Act.
116 Length of stay, max five days per location 6/16/2015 8:30 PM
117 Could do with more sites and probably longer stay limits, as well as more vehicles per site, with in reason. 6/16/2015 7:28 PM
118 I note that many people utilize the end of the road near the south coast and hump ridge track, generally not self 6/16/2015 6:59 PM contained, and there is no enforcement of this nor the Clifden Bridge, where many station wagons and small non self contained campers stay. And i have seen even though illegal people using self contained campers in the Tuatapere domain, so even though its illegal there is no enforcement. Many people use McCracken's rest in self contained campers, i believe they should be directed to designated areas a good distance away from commercial activity or to commercial sites.
119 Any site without toilets should be self contained only. Sleeper vans could easily be made to carry a portable toilet. 6/16/2015 6:21 PM
120 Generally you have a very good FC policy. I would like to see it more permissive for Self contained vehicles. 6/16/2015 6:01 PM
121 If the council opens freedom camping up, only restricting it where needed, then there will be fewer what you call 6/16/2015 5:38 PM "hot spots" because there will be much more choice. Very disappointed that there are no areas available near Te Anau.
122 Should have more freedom camping areas for self contained campers. Need to look at encouraging tourism to 6/16/2015 4:22 PM benefit economy.
123 Certified self conained campers only 6/16/2015 3:24 PM
124 some monitoring of duration of stay , numbers allowed , donation box. 6/16/2015 2:42 PM
125 We would like to see freedom camping restricted in the township of Riversdale 6/15/2015 5:40 PM
126 Limit stays. Many vans have eco toilets available so make these compulsory with hire agencies. SDC should 6/15/2015 11:16 AM lobby provider's.
127 Dipton could do with a designated freedom camping area which would go in hand with the need for a public toilet 6/14/2015 1:41 PM in the community for campers and travellers.
128 Permit freedom camping in summer months where toilets/bins are provided. Open Queens Reach as a DOC or 6/14/2015 11:44 AM Council cheap campsite with toilets provided.
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129 Riverton is grossly over regulated ,fully selfcontained units should be able to camp around the point , near the 6/13/2015 3:46 PM sound shell (which has toilets)around the estuary and also be encouraged to places like pubs ,The Rsa ,golf club etc. The existing local policy is embarrassing .many in the caravan association don't stop because of the sdc unwelcoming approach. Its also fair to say some in the association are considered tight arses , they pay for little and contribute nothing to the communities they visit.
130 All of the above. Treat people like they are responsible and they will b 6/13/2015 3:39 PM
131 Maybe more policing of the areas where possible and or surveillance being set up to deter vandalism, littering, 6/13/2015 3:06 PM toilet waste etc
132 Link up with other districts an open a pathway of similar rules and allowances made for all road users. Ie toilets 6/13/2015 2:37 PM like in napier highway and kind instruction of the acceptable areas one can rest with dogs and away from roading hazards.
133 Would like to see water, rubbish and toilet facilities at these areas to prevent damage to the environment. Both 6/13/2015 9:22 AM tourists and locals love to get into the country and most in my experience are responsible and use facilities provided.
134 Freedom Camping should be monitored more regularly. Even in the designated DOC areas there was still a lot of 6/12/2015 11:32 PM over crowding and excessive rubbish dumped. The ranger need to regulate the area more closely and issue infringement notices to offenders. More consistent monitoring of all designated Freedom Camping areas may create more revenue but if this did not happen at least the areas should be kept a lot cleaner. More signage to indicate the restrictions to the areas.
135 restricting the local designated site to self contained camping only. 6/12/2015 5:35 PM
136 Enforce what exists. No ifs, buts or maybes. Freedom campers all know via social media what they can get away 6/12/2015 5:27 PM with and how to rip New Zealand off. Most of us are sick and tired of freedom so-called campers treating our town and National Park like a sewer. They would be punished in their own countries for the liberties they take, so why should we accept their wanton desecration of our beautiful country. We've tried to be welcoming, but I'm over it. Parasites!
137 Nothing it's fine how we are doing it now in te anau. 6/12/2015 4:57 PM
138 Some clear cryteria and reasons why it's needed 6/12/2015 11:29 AM
139 Limit and service the sites available for non-self contained freedom camping. 6/12/2015 12:13 AM
140 Some places have a lengthy stay limit and not alot of space eg monkey island and then there are places that 6/11/2015 9:53 PM have lots of space but short stay time eg dunsdale more places to go around southland where there is plently to do walks, fishing, space for sports/games etc
141 I would like to see more sights available for both self contained and non self contained vehicles. NZ as a whole 6/11/2015 7:45 PM needs to be more helpful to the mobile community. By providing the infrastructure for tourism needed if you want the benefits. The NZMCA alone has the membership numbers the size of the city of livercargill traveling within this country, let's tap into this income of people who have the disposable income of over 50000 members , but be aware that the infrastructure for this needs to be in place. There is no free lunch.
142 More accessible areas for camping 6/11/2015 5:32 PM
143 Monitoring prohibited areas and enforcing the rules. 6/11/2015 10:43 AM
144 nil 6/10/2015 6:02 PM
145 more areas of designated parking provided for self contained motorhomes instant fines and removal of non 6/10/2015 3:18 PM compliant vehicles Have a look at Dunedin's camping rules which are very clear and well policed by security people
146 The "Freedom Campers" are not generally a problem at Waikawa. It is the Crib owners and other locals who 6/10/2015 1:13 PM cause problems with waste disposal. It will be a retrograde step to alter the current rules.
147 removing freedom camping all together 6/9/2015 8:21 PM
148 i think it stinks if im driving, and stop on the side of the road for a sleep that that is considered camping , that is 6/9/2015 7:55 PM neo liberal nonsense, also, if i go to the river fishing, stay a bit late and decide to spend the night at the river sleeping in my car that this too is considered camping. I think greedy business owners who lobby their mates in govt should deliver a better value product instead of tryingn to herd people into their cash registers
149 Current rules work well it is just the occasional person who parks in inappropriate places and is not self contained 6/9/2015 5:11 PM
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150 Re the Waikawa domain, I think that maybe camping should be prohibited here, because the Curio Bay camping 6/9/2015 2:22 PM ground is losing business, with so many freedom campers using the domain. And along with this, is my concern for costs to the Council, and therefore the ratepayer, for the maintenance involved at Waikawa. I think the Waikawa domain is an ideal spot for camping, with up-to-date toilets provided, and wheelie bins/a skip for rubbish. But all this comes at a cost, especially when these facilities are overloaded/abused. To prevent motor vehicles accessing the domain for camping, a low barrier would need to be erected, along with a No Camping sign. But I realise that this would not deter cyclists with tents from entering the domain. A warden would need to be in attendance. The consequences of this would be that freedom campers would take far more liberties in non- designated places. But this is where wardens, and local landowners would be required to ask these illegal campers to move on.
151 It has been a Kiwis right to camp beside rivers etc on a camping holiday since day dot. Commercial operators are 6/9/2015 9:57 AM using the arguments about excess rubbish and excrement as their argument to ban freedom camping in many areas, this is only a means of lining their own pockets because they feel that anyone freedom camping, is lost revenue to themselves. I own a fully self contained vehicle and now struggle when travelling the lower south Island to find places where you can just pull up for the night. I think this is an injustice to the kiwi can do attitude. I do believe that non self-contained camping should be banned from every area that does not have toilet facilities provided. The broader issue to this is "what is self contained"? If the vehicle does not have a built in toilet then it shouldn't have self contained status. Councils need to start lobbying the rental companies/powers that be, who authorise the status of the vehicles. Your questions 7 and 8 are totally loaded towards the $$ value of camping. Who is measuring the pleasure/happiness, satisfaction value of being able to camp, within reason without having to pay. Taupo and Napier provide areas on the foreshore/lakefront where you can camp in a fully self contained vehicle overnight or for 2 nights without having to pay, this is monitored. Absolutely brilliant idea. Most people wouldn't object to paying a nominal fee, even $10-$20 per night per vehicle, the biggest objectors to this will be the existing campground owners. The winner would be the council. I do have to point out that when you own your own vehicle, have your own bed and often solar power, it is a total ripoff to pull up to a camping ground and as we are a family of 2 adults and 3 children the cost is excessive. Queenstown $132 for a night. Cromwell $86. We didn't purchase a camper to turn around and have to pay almost motel prices. The other point to note that if this carries on then the motorhome association will have a huge influx of members, they own their own sites and the local community gets nothing. Their parks will be full. I would also like to point out that unless you are inside a controlled camping area, the only person who can ask you to move from the side of a public road are the police. Freedom camping especially by non self contained tourists is just being pushed further out from the main centres where there are less toilets and less monitoring. Designated sites should be clearly noted as either self contained or not. If not, toilet facilties must be provided.
152 Remove all freedom camping sites and encourage local business/Community groups to sponsor or own a 6/9/2015 9:33 AM camping area, This also benefits existing camping grounds making them more viable and controllable.
153 All sites should be available to self contained campers only. It should be compulsory for all other campers to use 6/9/2015 8:59 AM Camping Grounds. Substantial fines should be applied to campers not following the rules.
154 There needs to be more campsites clearly marked a more rubbish bins around Southland for people travelling to 6/8/2015 11:05 PM dispose of rubbish instead of throwing it out the window. Many people drive though without stopping because of lack of freedom campsites
155 I see up to thirty vans at Fortrose in summer.. it's a grand spot to enjoy the sunset. If there was a commercial 6/8/2015 3:38 PM campsite nearby I guess I'd like to see visitors use it.. but there isn't. The whitebaiters, when they camp near the golf course are a law unto themselves. But I believe in 'Live and Let Live'. As for Waikawa, yes there should be a charge, maybe until Curio Bay is able to distinguish itself as a more desirable overnight stop.. I think there could be a way to persuade people to pay $10 by having an honesty box as you see in Australian national parks, and the threat of a massive fine if they can't produce a receipt.. I don't know about Haldane - it used to be a trouble spot but I haven't heard a cheep about it for years. Niagara Falls has a paddock for members of the caravan association.. I guess it's not controversial as they look after it themselves, but still, they aren't paying their way locally, unless they eat out. I think for our area, SDC has designated a reasonable amount of places, and status quo is about right. You have put a lot of thought into it and I'm happy you are taking local concerns seriously even though I am dead against prohibition.
156 1. Work with Southern Rural Fire to identify fire risk with authorised freedom camping sites. 2. Work with 6/8/2015 2:02 PM Southern Rural Fire to create safe fire facilities in appripiate areas 3. There are a number of places that people currently camp that are not authorised freedom camping sites and have a high fire risk. Work with Southern Rural Fire to identify these areas and reduce the risk through signage, structures, education and engagment. 3. Because fire risk is closely linked to populations of people and fuel type. Engage Southern Rural Fire with any future freedom camping site developments to ensure safe use of fire is included (or excluded) as appropite and in line with existing fire use rules.
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157 I believe that the Freedom camping area at Waikawa Domain should be removed, In recent weeks there has 6/8/2015 1:48 PM been a lot of graffitti and tourists also damaging the toilets area as well as blocking toilets etc. This is a cost to local residents through their taxes. Also there is a one night rule from what I believe - but never anyone there to enforce it!
158 Freedom camping should only be allowed in designated areas. No freedom camping areas within 30ks of a 6/8/2015 10:02 AM registered Camping Ground.
159 Curio Bay/Waikawa Domain has been out of control over the last summer, too many people staying there, lots of 6/7/2015 8:30 PM trash, people washing dishes in toilets sinks, using nearby beach for a toilet, etc etc. Badly needs to be policed or changed to no camping area
160 make sure if you do something at waikawa that you think bout the flow on effect to other areas in catlins. get curio 6/7/2015 8:04 AM bay camping ground upgraded and it will help a lot of things. ban all non self contained vehicles. be aware that tourists are on to this as many other regions have banned it. they get stickers and put them on their vehicles to make it look like they are self contained, but they are not. the compliance officer needs to check or know vehicles and if they are able to be self contained. you have to have compliance officer to enforce any decision - whether you change or not. don't let freedom camping happen where there is a camp ground close by.
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1 Self-contained campers should have more freedom as to where they park, which would be more tourist-friendly 7/6/2015 4:39 PM and greatly assist the 57,000 (approx) owners of camper vans in NZ who belong to the NZ Camping Assn. They would bring additional funds to small town NZ. These campers have been purchased at considerable cost in order to be self-contained and owners should not be penalized because of inconsiderate users of non-self- contained vehicles.
2 To cash in on the tourist industry we need to provide the right facilities and there is the chance that some of the 7/5/2015 1:02 PM people will fall in love with the south and move here.
3 I strongly oppose the council providing freedom camping services and infrastructure in our area 7/5/2015 12:33 PM
4 Havnt we already made ourselves clear. User pays. 7/4/2015 7:00 PM
5 No 7/4/2015 6:36 PM
6 There are a broad range of existing camping options already in Te Anau. We have: 4 Camping Grounds 3 7/4/2015 6:12 PM Backpackers (offering Tent Sites) Public toilets (user pays) NZMCA Camping Ground Numerous DOC campsites nearby (Mavora, Henry Creek, Totora, Eglington Valley Campsites. In Manapouri there are: 3 Camping Grounds 2 or more Backpackers We do not need more facilities in this area, there are numerous already on offer that are paid or very cheap (DOC Campsites are essentially a donation fee). I do not believe that it is essential council business to provide facilities for non rate paying parties.
7 The self contained vehicle camping is a growing choice for not only tourists but Kiwi holiday makers. Many do not 7/3/2015 4:22 PM like camping in commercial camps as this holiday is a get away from it all time. Many Southland towns would benefit if these people could be encouraged to stay longer in towns like Te Anau. Currently many just go into Milford Sound and drive away, because there are no places close to town that are non commercial. There are also private property owners in Te Anau that would offer their properties for self contained free camping but are constrained in doing this by current council policies that require resource consent to do so. I am one of these but baulked at the trouble and cost of entering the consent process when it was a measure of simply encouraging people to stay in Te Anau a bit longer as a public service.
8 Hoping for changes to freedom camping at Te Anau. 7/2/2015 11:16 PM
9 Do what ever you like regarding Tourists but please remember that we have to protect the rights of our Kiwi kids 7/2/2015 10:18 PM and young ones to be able to freedom camp on our river banks or in our beautiful bush. Thanks
10 Those freedom camping are on the tightest of budgets they do not contribute anything to the local economy they 7/2/2015 9:35 PM eat the cheapest of foods eg noodles most of the time so do not spend any money they save from site hire at a holiday park in eg local restaurants. In the past few years Freedom Camping has been abused by those who don't care about our country. The massive interest in on line technology means people plan their holiday so they do not have to stay in commercial business like ours. Tourism numbers have increased into NZ this past year but this has not translated to the equivalent camper arrivals as expected in Holiday Parks. HP around the country report up to 70 vehicles per night camped up on regulated and no regulated areas surrounding their businesses. This is areal concern to all in the industry. We cannot employ more staff or spend more at businesses in our communities if we do not have the income. I met a couple only a few months ago who told me they had travelled in NZ five years before and could not believe we had brought in this "freedom camping thing", that everyone was telling them about. They stayed one night in a commercial camping operation in a month in NZ. They wanted to know where all the free parking and free internet were. The said they never ate out at pubs cafes or restaurants and couldn't believe that NZ allowed freedom camping, they thought we were mad!!
11 We are not 'self-contained' as such but always carry our own water, portable waste tank and have a porta-loo 7/2/2015 8:39 PM which we always use. We consider ourselves self-contained not to pollute the environment however should 'self- containment' rules and regulations under the self containment bylaw become compulsory to freedom camp we would outlay the money to do so to meet the requirements. However people carrying their own porta-toilet and rubbish facilties on board their rig I deem to be responsible people.
12 The reason we have tourism is to make money. Freedom Camping is a financial and environmental burden for 7/2/2015 8:18 PM the community. They need to pay their share.
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13 Please let vans (caravans & motorhomes) with self containment certificates be allowrd to park where they want. 7/2/2015 7:49 PM Remember, these people bring money into small communities.
14 Clifden Caves, Clifden Gorge Road, Clifden. Over summer there is often freedom campers stay the night in the 7/2/2015 6:11 PM gravel area opposite the caves. Usually people sleeping in cars or vans with no toilets. There is no toilet and no rubbish bin at this site. We often see people going to the toilet in the long grass on the side of the road. And often cars and vans are parked far too close to the tarseal. A sign stating camping is prohibited would be a start.
15 We've experience in the North island around Rotorua, that a freedom camping can be a really positive experience 7/2/2015 6:05 PM when the community is behind it and own it. Lake Okaraka community run a site and maintain it for a fee and benefits the community and travellers. Honesty boxes don't work ask Doc.
16 We understand the certified self contained certificate as set by the NZMCA is accepted by the Govt and related 7/2/2015 10:32 AM industry.
17 Certified Self Contained is a standard set by the NZMCA accepted by the Govt and the related industry. 7/2/2015 9:41 AM
18 I think buses, vans and campers or caravans should all be self contained to be able to stay in freedom camping 7/1/2015 11:29 PM spots except maybe where there are toilets.
19 The Riverton/Aparima Community Board feel that obtaining Motorhome Friendly Town status will benefit not only 7/1/2015 1:50 PM Riverton township but surrounding areas as well. The Board seek Council support in achieving this status and also assistance with the costings involved.
20 No freedom camping ManapourI Te Anau areas. 7/1/2015 11:29 AM
21 Please use Common sense on this issue & not just a blanket NO! Many New Zealanders in their retirement travel 6/29/2015 9:26 PM for several months. We can not afford $30 to $50 plus to stay in Camping Grounds.& still pay their home costs. Where as many tourists from overseas, in the main only stay 5 to 28 days. Thanking you for the chance to comment.
22 No thank you. I wish you well in your decision making and do hope that your eyes are well open to what you are 6/29/2015 4:29 PM actually discussing.
23 Freedom camping must be kept but the council can enable better compliance by providing local dump facilities 6/29/2015 12:09 PM thus giving campers NO EXCUSE.The carrot and stick approach .
24 To keep freedom camping areas at least 20km away from bussiness that are trying to operate a camping ground 6/29/2015 10:36 AM or to restrict the area to self contained only, with a cap on the numbers using that area nightly.
25 Rules need to recognise the responsible activity of owners of certified self contained vehicles, and possibly 6/28/2015 9:44 PM members of the NZ Motor Caravan Association. If these visitors are able to stay closer to main centres they will spend more time and more money in those centres and the whole area. If areas are overly restrictive potential visitors will by-pass them.
26 No 6/27/2015 12:29 PM
27 I think you have done well with Haldane and monkey island camp sites, great spots along with all your ather 6/26/2015 2:38 PM areas. As someone who doesn't have a lot of money I appreciate the opportunities to get out and enjoy nature without having to spend a lot of money like a camping ground charges, with family it isn't affordable
28 Definitely has to be something done about freedom camping as it is affecting the industry 6/26/2015 2:00 PM
29 New Zealand was built on the principle that general land belonged to and was to benefit "the people." We have 6/26/2015 10:59 AM slowly been interfering with this principle and become a overly bureaucratic society. Perhaps it is time to wind back the clock in this regard and leave well enough alone.
30 no thanlks 6/25/2015 11:13 AM
31 There are many rural & scenic locations not currently designated that could be enjoyed by certified self-contained 6/24/2015 4:44 PM freedom campers with minimal problems. Highly popular sites probably need to be better regulated and monitored.
32 There is an increasing number of 'cars' that park in urban streets for overnight stays. There are difficult to monitor 6/24/2015 11:46 AM and Council would need the assistance of the public to inform them of these.
33 Keep it simple Immediate fines and seizure of vehicles for offending Allow citizen arrests to take place as most of 6/23/2015 11:27 PM us are responsible campers
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34 I think that it is good to encourage freedom camping for self contained campers. It encourages tourists to come to 6/23/2015 10:03 PM our area and supports Southland businesses.
35 I believe we need a joint ruling/understanding between Southland and Clutha particularly concerning The Catlins 6/23/2015 6:24 PM to keep travellers in the correct mind set. The Catlins is a special fragile area with limited services and population. The pressure is increasing on the communities to clean up, put up with and pay up to accommodate visitors to the area who put very little in to the economy and at times the Freedom Camping is taking money away from local businesses and rate payers.
36 Don't be so hard on campers! Most of them are working class kiwis with kids, who can't afford to travel unless 6/23/2015 1:10 PM they camp! As for the foreigners and tourists, as long as there are toilets provided and bins then they have no need to litter.
37 There are always thosse few who dont adhear to rules,an example should be made of them and all camper vas 6/23/2015 1:08 PM should have porta loos in them
38 It is important to remember that every person that comes into our area spends money for various needs so all the 6/23/2015 12:51 AM business community can benefit and to make people who own or hire fully selfcontained confined as to where they can stay means that either they do not come or they limit their stay. The problem in NZ is that there are to many vehicles that are not selfcontained and in my opinion they should be denied access to freedom camping areas. The problems that they cause in Freedom camping areas are just not worth the trouble of having them in our area they bring a bad reputation to those people who enjoy staying in freedom camping areas with family and friends and reponsible tourists and who abide with the rules that are already in place for the self contained. Some years ago when in the Marlborough Sounds we saw a large skip that could be accessed by paying I think $2 and you could put your bag of rubbish through a hatch that opened obviously there is a cost of initially providing the skip but by having a payment this would cover the removal of the rubbish. I know not everyone would pay and may dump the rubbish outside the skip but hopefully the majority do.This could be used in high user areas eg near dump stations.
39 No thank you. 6/22/2015 10:07 PM
40 A policy of restricting access to sensitive areas only rather than restricting all areas except small designated 6/22/2015 9:56 PM parks would be better.
41 Do camper van rental agencies have a list of do's and don'ts for freedom camping safely and legally? 6/22/2015 8:59 PM
42 Look after our country 6/22/2015 7:07 PM
43 Southland has a lot to gain from the huge economic benefits to be gained by catering for the rapidly-growing 6/22/2015 6:14 PM number of responsible freedom campers, especially in otherwise-struggling communities. The growth in membership of the NZ Motor Caravan Assn with the retirement bubble of the baby boomers is a reality and it makes sense to tap into the discretionary expenditure these travellers bring. Providing basic facilities (dump stations, rubbish disposal, water supplies) as well as places to park will provide a great incentive for motorhomers to visit the district and should be seen as an investment to support a beneficial opportunity rather than a problem.
44 No 6/22/2015 2:48 PM
45 The problem of indiscriminate littering is not confined to freedom campers, but small sleeping vans with no toilet 6/22/2015 2:27 PM facilities certainly earn the name of "Park and Poo" by the Self Contained fraternity. Much of the roadside litter is dropped by picnicers and motorists that stop for lunch breaks etc and persist in leaving their food wrappers, banana skins, thow-away nappies etc and an un-mentionable behind the nearest bush. I base this observation on my experience as a "Grey Nomad' that spends up to 4 months a year on the road.
46 Just thanks again. 6/22/2015 12:44 PM
47 No. 6/22/2015 12:34 PM
48 No thank you 6/22/2015 12:26 PM
49 Freedom campers are an asset to our community as long as the stick to the rules. As a New Zealander I believe 6/22/2015 11:50 AM it is right to enjoy our beautiful countryside and we should have the freedom to do this. Thanks
50 We would like Tuatapere to be seen as a visitor friendly town and to encourage people to stay longer to explore 6/22/2015 11:42 AM our attractions. If visitors have a lovely spot to stay and have what they need, then they are more likely to stay longer in the area. We don't support having a compliance officer dishing out fines as this causes negativity towards the town as well as adding extra costs, which none of us need.
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51 Campers should be removed from Lake Gunn shores. Also from milford sound waterfront else charge $50 per 6/22/2015 12:58 AM night like wellington does with toilets showers. Fresh Air is free but you can't make money from it. John Key wants user pays so make them pay!
52 Thanks for setting up the survey and collecting the info. 6/21/2015 4:00 PM
53 The general principles should be to allocate only a certain number of designated campervan positions in a locality 6/21/2015 7:35 AM , the number assedded on the expected benefit to the local community of the camping , and each position to require to be pre booked . We oppose any freedom camping at Colac Bay .
54 Yes ban all vehicles that are not self contained they have caused a considerable amount of damage to us who 6/20/2015 9:40 PM are members of the NZMCA who are very responsible and NZMCA is the leading authority on self-containment.
55 There is no such thing as FREE Camping - someone has to pay. I believe that it is the user that should bear the 6/20/2015 4:28 PM costs of designated camping areas. The easiest way is to have permits - payable on line or through businesses in the area including refuse stations and local council offices. Since campers are only allowed to camp in designated areas for short stays and where there are toilets -they should not be limited to self-contained Self- contained motorhomes and caravans are not able to reuse or recycle effluent therefore they are no different to tents or not self-contained campers. They all have rubbish and effluent to dispose of.
56 keep up the good work of user friendly sharing your wonderful part of n z as most other communities are 6/20/2015 11:28 AM doing...... cheers earle
57 Thank you for the opportunity to make comment. Using other sites throughout NZ as examples and having been 6/20/2015 1:53 AM "compliant" 3 day self-contained campers the most offensive issue to us has been those campers without 3 day containment that create issues, unless there is a toilet and ablutions at any approved designated site. This may allow discretionary allowances for some activities and is a Council matter to be resolved in this due process.
58 It is great to see that a council is taking the initiative in taking this questionnaire to the net. I hope that you get 6/19/2015 9:19 PM some good feedback.:-)
59 Not all freedom campers are bad - this survey has a negative tone. Education and provision of the right facilities 6/19/2015 1:15 AM are the key to making it work. It can be a major positive for some communities.
60 Become a motorhome friendly City and watch the rewards and see what your retailers say. Contact the NZMCA 6/18/2015 8:24 PM for advise.
61 Freedom camping is a historical right of all New Zealanders and should not be restricted. 6/18/2015 5:57 PM
62 I feel that Freedom camps close to towns bring economic benefits to that town and its shopkeepers. That is why 6/18/2015 4:16 PM Ratepayers should cover the costs. e.g. A New Zealand Citizen is paying rates through either rental or direct when they are at home in NZ hence when they are on holiday rubbish tins provided in their town are covered by their cost and the system works both ways.
63 It is good for our town for freedom camping to not be allowed anywhere, we don't want camping on the lake front. 6/18/2015 8:09 AM it is a shame that queens reach is so well set up and cannot be used by anyone now tho
64 Ban NON self contained vehicles. They should have to use council/ private camping grounds. 6/17/2015 10:47 PM
65 Beautiful place. Please let the self contained campers stay . 6/17/2015 10:26 PM
66 I think that Southland as excellent facilities for responsible freedom campers. 6/17/2015 8:44 PM
67 thankyou for allowing me to make coments. regards Alan B nzmca member 6/17/2015 8:11 PM
68 no 6/17/2015 7:25 PM
69 Only a few people spoil it for the rest. Council needs to be active with some of the Caravan rentals like Juicy and 6/17/2015 6:58 PM Spaceship who are not self contained. Our wild places should be there for everyone and as long as the rules are fair and the council does not become over zealous we should be able to freedom camp as long as we are self contained.
70 This would be an economic benefit to the Southland area. If you are perceived as "motor home friendly" visitors 6/17/2015 6:18 PM will come. If you are perceived as hostile towards them, they will stay away. Help kiwis and visitors see you region if they comply with self containment requirements. Genuine visitors should be accommodated but those sleeping in cars are an eyesore and often deposit litter and human waste in public areas.
71 I feel that the campervan hire Industry should be more accountable for their clients actions. Also like Gisborne 6/17/2015 4:51 PM District Council of a general permit can be bought along with official rubbish bags
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72 We travel extensively and southland is on our list! We would be happy to pay to use dump stations as long as 6/17/2015 4:04 PM they are accessible and with water available and recycling. Large parking spaces in a town area so we can come and shop!
73 Have low price site. 6/17/2015 3:13 PM
74 I am looking to travel to the South Island next year and am planning to freedom camp and stay in camp ground as 6/17/2015 2:19 PM well.
75 We are fully self contained and travel around the south island once a year, We have stayed in some beautiful 6/17/2015 1:10 PM places and it would be a shame to lose them . But non self contained vehicles are spoiling it for everyone. I believe Campervan rental companies should be fined as well as the hirer . They need to take some responsibility as they are putting these vehicles on the road .
76 We would love to revisit the southland area during next year but can only do so if freedom camping is available. 6/17/2015 11:50 AM
77 We are obviously a long way away from your district but intend to spend some time in your area next year. 6/17/2015 11:32 AM Freedom camping enables us to visit your area and contribute to your local economy.
78 I DONT THINK SO 6/17/2015 11:04 AM
79 Responsible self contained motor homers bring economic benefits to communities that welcome them. Generally 6/17/2015 11:03 AM they overseas tourists or travelling kiwis with cash to spend on food, groceries, fuel, entertainment and are exploring our country. Harsh policies will not drive them into staying in camping grounds. They will drive on to another community that welcomes them - such as Motor homes friendly towns/places.
80 Please don't make it so we (those with Certified Self Contained vehicles) can't come and enjoy your beautiful 6/17/2015 10:47 AM countryside. We don't want camping grounds - we don't need the facilities - but we would really like a flat spot in a beautiful spot (some Councils allow freedom camping in a public carpark, which is handy if you have to be in town, but not our idea of "being on holiday" and exploring our gorgeous country).
81 Council should be commended for constructively engaging with stakeholders, canvassing their opinions, and 6/17/2015 9:35 AM reviewing the bylaw. Despite opposition rhetoric, a permissive bylaw need not be a burden on local communities. A mixture of regulatory and non-regulatory options can help promote responsible freedom camping that works for the community. For example, adopt a fair and reasonable bylaw in accordance with the law; and then work with stakeholders on a district-wide camping strategy where you promote all camping options (including commercial and non-commercial option), and encourage visitors to who may want to freedom camp to use preferred areas.
82 Thank you for allowing me to participate. 6/17/2015 7:30 AM
83 We freedom camp responsibly as do many New Zealanders who travel this great little country in their retirement 6/16/2015 10:12 PM in fully certified self contained motorhomes and caravans, we leave nothing behind other than tyre tracks in the gravel, we contribute financially to local businesses. All we ask in return is somewhere safe to stop for the night to sleep, nothing more. Thank you.
84 Self contained campers generally only leave there tyre marks and their money in your town, please don't shutout 6/16/2015 7:26 PM the genuine NZ motorhomer because of the damage and cost the tourist campers causing.
85 Freedom camping severely affects our businesses ability to improve and comply with the camping act and 6/16/2015 7:01 PM employ. It should be band and relocated to DOC, Monkey island should be transferred to DOC and charged at a nightly rate. This would then give commercial operators a more competitive standing
86 We have a few "freedom campers" sleeping next to to Oreti river by the bridge (sh97) many of them when asked 6/16/2015 6:48 PM were moved on from illegal camping around Queenstown. Human waste is often left behind and a couple of self contained vans have been seen leaving the grey water drain tap open while stopped.(the toilet is normally a tote tank) The problem for us a is sometimes they will try to sneak in after dark to steal a shower and do clothes washing. We had a 35% increase in guests for the 2014-2015 season so the numbers roaming around as FIT tourists is increasing and with it comes increased pressure on the environment. The other side of the equation is we are one of the business that benefit from tourists using our services just the same as any other cafe, restaurant or activity provider especially after spending a high percentage of our income on expensive advertising promoting our business to bring tourists into an area and boosts the communities they are in but seem to be expected to compete with something free.
87 Need to heavily police the free loaders. A small percent will abuse the system. They play the numbers game - 6/16/2015 6:10 PM $200 fine or paying $30 in a camp. The need to be fined at least one every 3 or 4 nights they try to get away with breaking rules, which means a check every night with one warning, or zero tolerance. warnings.
88 There is a need to police non self contained vehicles.Have experienced these type of vehicles leaving their waste 6/16/2015 3:28 PM at various freedom camping areas in the south.
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89 no 6/16/2015 2:42 PM
90 A friend of mother's in Clutha just 3 houses from bridge recently had french tourist's knock on door asking if they 6/15/2015 11:30 AM could park in her large drive... a just retired widow. She agreed but liked them and let them sleep inside with eblanket n shower omg. They know its a sensitive issue in NZ. Carpark across the road too. They haven't harsh rules yet in urban Clutha so we have to have policy that protects everyone as tourist's inventive and problem will resurface elsewhere. The tourists I find are on such a low low budgets to see ALL of Aotearoa. Many do sleep in station wagons, $6 like DOCs Papatowai camp n is grt but no shower unfortunately. Encourage the free walks etc and get better rules. Pounawea still motorbikes and barking dog's upsetting sea lions but no signs. Terrible parking area's...toilet visibility still not good enough. Hot spots a compost toilet please. Tourists usually have loo paper. I find $10.00 to tourists 18 to 30 is a huge amount of money. Be in there shoe's. Thks 4 opportunity. Look afta two facilities myself. Near Dolamore prk where DOC do so little maintenance. Complaints about track signage and conflicting info.....Shoot yes no yes no
91 Despite the negatives about freedom camping I believe it has a net benefit to the local economy and also being 6/14/2015 11:48 AM welcoming to visitors - encourage them to act responsibly and respect the environment. Cheap camping nearer Te Anau than Henry Creek would be a good thing. It's a fact that campervan travelers are many and increasing and it's head-in-the-sand attitude to keep forbidding freedom camping. Accept it will happen and make it more managed. This is a guaranteed visitor group that we can manage and make money from!
92 Tourists in non contained vans should not be allowed at freedom camping areas 6/13/2015 7:10 PM
93 As a freedom camper of all of nz except queenstown i feel options are limited for dog/animal owners. The cold 6/13/2015 2:45 PM temps mean pet supervision is vital so staying in a van with adequate sanitary needs possible is perfect. I found doc staff were very good at showing rules and accepting theres a gray area if pet companions are involved. Rules should take into account not only the camper but also the limiting factors of travel companions.
94 Freedom Camping should be restricted to Self contained vehicles only. It is the non self contained vehicles that 6/12/2015 11:39 PM are causing the issues not only in the designated areas but also with thief of property, entering property illegally to obtain services. If the offenders get caught, a lot of the time they act ignorant to the fact that they did not know it was an offence and they had been doing this around most of NZ. Over time if the issue is not sort soon, the cost of clean ups and repairs etc will rise with most cost outlays being covered by the general rate payers.
95 Need to be consistent with policing of areas. 6/12/2015 9:07 PM
96 No 6/12/2015 5:35 PM
97 Just do it. 6/12/2015 5:27 PM
98 Please help people understand the difference between freedom camping and free camping! 6/12/2015 4:58 PM
99 What research have you done that shows my choosing to freedom camp rather than support a rate paying 6/12/2015 3:44 PM commercial campground has no negative effect on that ratepayer? If council is happy to provide me with ratepayer funded facilities when I come and stay in my self contained caravan in summer why will the same council not encourage me to visit in winter by underwriting my hotel/motel holiday to a small degree? My caravan has a three day "self contained" certificate. When the toilet and waste tank have filled I will not be returning 400 k to Otematata to empty them before continuing my stay in your beautiful part of this country. I know that I will dispose of the contents responsibly while paying to stay at a commercial park or service station, but I also know that a large percentage of vanners regularly let the side down by dumping their sewage roadside where they are if there are no adjacent facilities. (Or too often when there are.) Not a problem if no one comes in contact with the shit and its disposal is random, out of sight and infrequent but where it is regular visible and in volume the local community is the looser. Do you want to be that community? I pay rates in Otematata to have my sewerage and rubbish removed by council provided infrastructure. Why should Southland provide me with the same service free just because I am on holiday? And, by the way, I am on a pension so will be spending as little as I can in your community while I am there looking and fishing. I can afford my van and tow vehicle and to pay for the services I need while in Southland. If I couldn't I would stay at home in the Waitaki Valley where the fishing is good too. I imagine some of your ratepayers are not in a position to be able to afford a decent holiday. I don't expect them to help me pay for mine.
100 Love the spots that you can take your family to for not much costs. As so.etudes there is a cost to get to these 6/11/2015 11:27 PM locations.
101 12 would not allow other comment without ticking an option box so ticked option book but do not agree with ant 6/11/2015 10:47 AM options see other comment. Freedom camping affects our business in numerous ways.
102 Freedom camps often spend money on or near where they stop helping to support southland 6/10/2015 11:47 PM
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103 Am not a Southland resident but visit every couple of years in self contained small 4wd van. Often stay in 6/10/2015 10:27 PM commercial campgrounds but would be likely to stay longer (and spend more) if I could overnight in more places rather than having to plan around nearest campground.
104 no 6/10/2015 6:02 PM
105 no 6/9/2015 7:55 PM
106 No. 6/9/2015 2:23 PM
107 Stop pandering to the commercial operators who think they are missing out on a dollar. When you do have to stay 6/9/2015 10:01 AM they charge excessive rates.
108 Pleased something is being done regarding campers. 6/9/2015 9:00 AM
109 Southern Rural Fire already has guidelines for the safe use of fire in the outdoors. Southern Rural fire has carried 6/8/2015 2:05 PM out extensive work on fire fire danger and risks associated witht fire use across all of the Southland district and will be happy to share this information.
110 Designated areas must be only those with toilets. New Zealand Motor Homes Guide book states that you can 6/8/2015 10:05 AM camp at the Waikawa Domain for 28 Days. This book needs to br checked by Council.
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