Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Plan 2020 Mihi

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TE MAHERE Ā-ROHE O ŌTARA-PAPATOETOE 2020 Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Plan 2020 Mihi

Tēnā kia hoea e au taku waka mā ngā tai mihi o ata e uru ake ai au mā Let this vessel that carries my greetings te awa o Tāmaki travel by way of the Tāmaki River ki te ūnga o Tainui waka i Ōtāhuhu. to the landing place of Tainui canoe at Ōtāhuhu. There, let my I reira ka toia aku mihi ki te uru ki te salutations be borne across the isthmus to the Pūkaki lagoon Pūkaki Tapu o Poutūkeka, and the community of Māngere. i reira ko te Pā i Māngere. Paddling the Manukau Harbour E hoe aku mihi mā te Mānukanuka o Hoturoa we follow the Āwhitu Peninsula to the headland. From there we fly ki te kūrae o Te Kūiti o Āwhitu. down the coast I konā ka rere taku haere mā te ākau to the Waikato river mouth, ki te pūaha o Waikato, te awa tukukiri o ngā tūpuna, Waikato sacred waters of our forebears. Taniwharau, he piko he taniwha. Coming ashore on the northern side at Ka hīkoi anō aku mihi mā te taha whakararo Maioro, we head inland to Waiuku and Matukutūreia, there are the Pā mā Maioro ki Waiuku, ki Matukutūreia – Tāhuna and Reretewhioi. Heading southward I come to Pukekohe. kei konā, ko ngā Pā o Tāhuna me Reretewhioi. My words turn to follow the ancient ridgelines along the Southern boundary, Ka aro whakarunga au kia tau atu ki Pukekohe. dropping down into Mercer Ka tahuri te haere a taku reo ki te ao and Te Pou o Mangatāwhiri. o te tonga e whāriki atu rā mā runga i ngā hiwi, kia taka atu au ki Te Paina, My greetings reach you at Kaiaua ki te Pou o Mangatāwhiri. who gazes across Tīkapa Moana Mātika tonu aku mihi ki a koe Kaiaua to the sacred mountain, Moehau. te whākana atu rā o whatu mā Tīkapa Moana Taking to the sea, my remarks travel to Maraetai and then to Ōhuiarangi, ki te maunga tapu o Moehau. sentinel of Pakuranga. Ka kauhoetia e aku kōrero te moana ki Maraetai kia hoki ake au ki uta ki Ōhuiarangi, There we follow again the Tāmaki River heteri mō Pakuranga. to Te Puke o Taramainuku, I reira ka hoki whakaroto ake anō au Ōtara resides there. i te awa o Tāmaki mā te taha whakarunga I am suspended high above Kohuora ki te Puke o Taramainuku, kei konā ko Ōtara. before I reach for Manurewa. Ka rewa taku mihi ki runga ake o Kohuora, My greetings come to rest kātahi au ka toro atu ki te Manurewa a Tamapohore. Ka whakatau aku on Pukekiwiriki mihi mutunga below which lies Papakura ki runga o Pukekiwiriki and, there I take rest kei raro ko Papakuraki konā au, ka whakatau.

2 Ngā upoko kōrero Contents

Mihi ...... 2

Contents...... 3

From the Chair...... 4

Our plan at a glance...... 6

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board area...... 7

About local boards...... 9

About local board plans...... 9

Working with Māori...... 9

Developing our plan...... 10

Carrying out our plan...... 10

Outcomes:

1. Transform Manukau ...... 11

2. Prosperous local economy ...... 14

3. A thriving, inclusive and safe community ...... 18

4. Parks and facilities that meet our people’s needs ...... 22

5. Sustainable, healthy natural environment ...... 25

6. Connected area and easy to get around ...... 29

Funding information...... 32

Local activities and levels of service...... 33 On the cover: NZ Sri Lankan Dance Group contributes to the display of cultural Financial overview...... 35 diversity of Ōtara-Papatoetoe through their performance at the Your Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board members...... 36 Diversity Festival 2020. Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives...... 37

3 From the Chair

Lagi māina ma le soifua laulelei. We are happy to present the Our board holds Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Plan 2020-2023. Earlier in the community wellbeing at year, we met with you to gather the heart of all our actions. your early views and thoughts. Drawing from your ideas and work The COVID-19 experience from previous terms, we continue is a reminder to continue to focus on six outcomes that are relevant now and for the future. building our resilience and Our actions are underlined by our preparedness. vision to transform Manukau, foster thriving and inclusive communities, and grow a prosperous local economy in a holds community wellbeing at Papatoetoe. We also want the • Ōtara: Make existing facilities fit well-connected area. Our the heart of all our actions. The council to commit to some key for purpose, e.g. the library, East commitment to sustainable COVID-19 experience is a initiatives in its 10-year budget: Tamaki Community Centre and reminder to continue building Ōtara Fair Mall precinct. practices to protect and preserve • Transform Manukau: Hayman our natural environment will help our resilience and preparedness. Park wetland development The local board plan is now us prepare for the effects of On our pathway to recovery, and completion of the park/ complete. We remain committed climate change, particularly for collaboration with mana whenua playground upgrade (Stage 2) to building a strong, connected the vulnerable parts of our and community organisations on and resilient Ōtara-Papatoetoe community. We will continue to the ground will be critical, as will • Manukau Sports Bowl: community, and empowering you work with you to build strong, partnership with business, Finalise the masterplan and to participate in shaping the connected communities across industry and health and ring-fence investment for future of our area. We look our diverse cultures that support education providers. implementation forward to working with all our each other at the neighbourhood We urgently need to create • Unlock Papatoetoe: communities to implement the level. In our work, ensuring equity Investigate opportunities for a plan over the next three years. and opportunity for local opportunities for our local workforce, bring jobs, and revive community hub to improve communities is close to our community services heart. We take care to maintain a business and support local balance between growth and procurement for trade and development and affordability to enterprise. We will advocate ensure equity for our community. strongly on your behalf to the Ngā mihi, Ngā mihi, Governing Body, Panuku We are resilient, but we believe Development Auckland (Panuku) the negative effects of COVID-19 and Auckland Transport (AT) to on our community will be felt far start projects in Ōtara-Papatoetoe. more sharply in Ōtara- Papatoetoe. Inequities for Māori Recovery from COVID-19 has Lotu Fuli Apulu Reece Autagavaia and Pacific communities and placed immense pressure on Chairperson, Chairperson, many others in our area will be finances, so we want to focus on Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board greater than before. Our board what is most beneficial for Ōtara- 5 November 2019 to 30 April 2021 1 May 2021 to end of term 2022 4 He kōrero nō te Heamana

Lagi māina ma le soifua laulelei. E hari ana te ngākau ki te whakarewa ake i te Mahere ā-Rohe o Ōtara-Papatoetoe 2020-2023. Ko ngā wheako o I ngā marama tuatahi o te tau, i torotoro atu mātou ki te kohikohi i ō te MATE-KORONA he whakaaro. I hoki ki ō whakaaro me mea whakamaumahara i ngā mahi i oti ai i ngā tau kua taha, ā, ka aro tonu atu ki ngā a tātou ki te whakakaha, ki whakaotinga e ono e whai take ai ināianei, āpōpō hoki. te whakariterite. Ko ā mātou mahi he mea taketake i te wawata ki te whakahou i a Manukau, ki te akiaki i te kotahitanga me te taurikura i ngā wheako o te MATE-KORONA he • Whakahoungia a Manukau: • Ōtara: Whakahoungia ngā whare hapori, ki te whakapakari i te mea whakamaumahara i a tātou ki Whanakehia te rohe kōreporepo kia tika ai mō ngā kaupapa e ohaoha ā-rohe, ki te tūhono i ngā te whakakaha, ki te whakariterite. o Hayman Park ka tahi, kawea ana, e.g. te whare tōpitopito o te rohe. E ngākau nui I a tātou e takahi ana i te ara ki te whakaotia te whakahounga o mātauranga, East Tamaki ana mātou ki te hāpai i ngā mahi ora, he tino whakahirahira ngā te pāka/papa tākaro (Wāhanga Community Centre me te takiwā ukauka i te taiao. Mā ēnei mahi ki te whanaungatanga ki te mana 2), ka rua. o te Ōtara Fair Mall. manaaki i te taiao e whakareri i a whenua, ngā rōpū hapori, ngā tātou ki te kaupare i ngā raru • Manukau Sports Bowl: Kua oti te mahere poari ā-rohe. pakihi, ngā ahumahi, ngā ohu āhuarangi, ā, ko ngā wāhi o te Whakamārōhia te mahere, E mārō tonu ana tō mātou hiahia ki hauora me ngā ohu mātauranga. hapori e tata ana ki te raru e whai whakamārōhia te pūtea ki te te whakawhanake i te hapori Ōtara- hua ai. Ka mahi tahi tonu tātou ki te E whāwhai ana mātou ki te whakatū whakatinana i te mahere. Papatoetoe kia kaha ai, kia tūhonotia ai, ā, e hiahia hoki ana mātou kia whakakaha i ngā tūhonotanga o i ngā wāhi mahi mō ngā tāngata o • Whakawhanakehia a ngā iwi maha o te hapori kia puta ko tēnei rohe, ā, me whakaora i ngā whai wāhi atu koe ki ngā whiringa e Papatoetoe: Rangahaua ngā pā ana ki te āpōpō o tō tātou rohe. ngā takiwā e tautoko ana i tēnā, i pakihi, me ngana ki te whakamahi i kōwhiringa ki te whakatū i te Kei te titiro whakamua ki te mahi tahi tēnā. E ngākau nui ana mātou ki te ngā rōpū ā-rohe mō ngā kaupapa pokapū hapori ki te whakapakari mana taurite me te whai wāhi atu o ki ō tātou hapori ki te whakakiko i te me ngā hinonga hokohoko. Ka kaha i ngā ratonga hapori. mahere i ngā toru tau kei mua i te tangata ki ngā whiringa ā-rohe o tō mātou akiaki i te kōkiritanga o te hapori. Ka āta whakataurite te aroaro. ngā hinonga ki Ōtara-Papatoetoe i mātou i te whanaketanga ā-ōhanga ngā hui ki te Governing Body, me te ngau o te utu kia whai mana taurite ai ngā tāngata o te hapori. Panuku Development Auckland (Panuku) me Auckland Ngā mihi, Ngā mihi, He aumangea mātou, heoi, e Transport (AT). whakapono ana mātou ka tino rongo ngā hapori o Ōtara- Nā runga i ngā mahi whakarauora Papatoetoe i te ngau o te MATE- whai muri i te MATE-KORONA kua KORONA. Ko te mana tauaro e tino heke te pūtea, nā whai anō ka rāngona ana e ngā hapori Māori, aro pū ki ngā kaupapa e whai hua ngā hapori o Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa, nui ai a Ōtara-Papatoetoe. Kei te Lotu Fuli Apulu Reece Autagavaia me ērā atu hapori hoki, ka taumaha hiahia hoki mātou kia Heamana, Heamana, kē atu i tēnei wā. Kei te mātāmua o whakamārōhia e te kaunihera ētahi Poari ā-Rohe o Ōtara-Papatoetoe Poari ā-Rohe o Ōtara-Papatoetoe ngā whakaaro me ngā mahi a te kaupapa matua i tōna tahua 5 Whiringa-ā-rangi 2019 ki te 30 1 Haratua 2021 ki te mutunga o poari te oranga o te tangata. Ko ngā pūtea tekau-tau: Paengawhāwhā 2021 tēnei toru-tau pōti 2022 5 He aronga poto i tā mātou mahere Our plan at a glance

We will focus on six outcomes to guide our work and make Ōtara-Papatoetoe a better community for all. Our aspirations are outlined below.

Outcome 1: Transform Manukau Outcome 4: Parks and facilities Manukau metropolitan centre is the that meet our people’s needs thriving heart of our area – an Our parks and facilities are fit for attractive visitor destination, purpose and reflect the business centre and place to shop, communities they serve, building a live, learn, work and play. sense of identity, ownership and pride in the area while boosting participation and promoting a Diversity Festival at Hayman Park, Otamarariki Park playground, Ōtara. Manukau. healthy lifestyle.

Outcome 2: Prosperous Outcome 5: Sustainable, local economy healthy natural environment Our lively town centres drive We care for our natural environment sustainable economic development and foster sustainable lifestyles. and attract investors and visitors. Our waterways and environment Youth and our community have are healthy and free from pests, opportunities to gain skills and litter and pollution. We value our employment that result in a high natural world and preserve Papatoetoe shops. Neat Streets, Ōtara. standard of living. kaitiakitanga locally.

Outcome 3: A thriving, inclusive Outcome 6: Connected area and safe community and easy to get around Our community is connected across Everyone can easily and safely get different cultures, has a sense of around on foot, bicycle, bus, train belonging and is proud of our area. and car. People feel welcome and safe, they support each other, and have better access to transport. Members of Pacific community at Manukau Bus Station. Te Puke Ō Tara Community Centre.

6 Te Rohe ā-Poari o Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board area

Our community exemplifies the cultural

Subdivision e

v i melting pot that is Auckland. While the largest Boundary r D k o Public Open Space o groups are Pasifika, Indian, European and r b (Unitary Plan) h Ngati g

i Ōtara Māori, Ōtara-Papatoetoe is home to people of H Rail Station S Park o East Railway u more than 100 ethnicities. t Ōtara h Tāmaki Te Motorway e Subdivision Puke r n 1 o The population is at 85,122 as per 2018 Census Major Road Tara M G Ōtara Arterial Road r o 3 estimates, up 9,459 on the 2013 Census. It is e 2 a t Medium Road Middlemore t o Station S r Orm said to have grown more quickly (12. 5 per o w ist u a on R Minor Road t oa h y East Tāmaki Road d B Middlemore R a d cent) than wider Auckland (11.0 per cent o ir a a d o d s R R Ōtara-Papatoetoe includes o increase). The area has a diverse ethnic Hunters a n d o Bu Rongomai ckl Papatoetoe 6 st the suburbs of Ōtara, a Corner e composition, with Pacific people, comprising nd r Park R St P oa ati Subdivision S Manukau, East Tāmaki and d on o 46 per cent, 35 per cent Asian, 21 per cent R Papatoetoe u o t 4 a e d h Sports t G v Aorere e r i Papatoetoe. Manukau is the e e r European, 16 per cent Māori and many smaller Ground re at Park Papatoetoe 7 t S r 5 D S 8 S ou n o e th i g groups. There is growth in the Asian largest retail centre, while u Kohuora Park Cr R g o n th o ar a M t Ge r d a S u r - t o i W Papatoetoe h r other retail and business I population, an increase by 8,484 people, or R t e o o Manukau s Station a e d r Sports T t d e w centres include Hunters r a ad Bowl 39.7 per cent compared to the last Census. o o a n i R R u y M hin e u Corner, Ōtara and Old o i P t l Puhinui o l Other statistics from the 2018 Census: r y P w l Papatoetoe. There are a W u 9 y n d k oa e Manukau R Puhinui t ui Hayman significant industrial areas in in Station A • Children and young people under 15 years: Memorial uh v P e e Park Park riv n Manukau City Station D u East Tāmaki and Wiri. dish e 24.2 per cent en av ad C Ro ui Ōtara-Papatoetoe is home hin • Residents aged 65 years and over: Pu to the Manukau Institute of 1 . Ōtara Swimming Pool / Te Puke Ōtara Community Centre 8.2 per cent Technology, AUT University 2 . Ōtara Library / Ōtara Music Arts Centre / Fresh Gallery • Income: Individual income levels show that and University of Auckland’s Colin 3 . East Tāmaki Community Hall a much lower proportion of persons southern campuses. We Dale Park 4 . Tupu Youth Library (seven per cent) earn a high income have the Middlemore (over $70,000 per year), compared to the Hospital, as well as 5 . Clover Park Community House region (20 per cent); and median personal numerous schools and 6 . Papatoetoe Centennial Pools income is $25,900 private educational facilities Puhinui 7 . Papatoetoe Library Reserve located in our area. The 8 . Papatoetoe Town Hall • Home ownership: lower than the regional Ōtara Markets are enjoyed average where 30 per cent of households 9 . Manukau Library by visitors and residents. owned the dwelling they lived in, compared to 45 per cent across Auckland.

7 The population is at Top 3 LANGUAGES 85,122 SPOKEN as per 2018 Census estimates, up 9,459 on the 2013 Census.

We are home to:

4 3 2 110 local parks libraries recreation community English Samoan Hindi and sports fields centres and centres 76,269 13,602 6,345

16 per cent Māori Pacific Peoples comprising 21 per cent 46 per cent There is growth in the European Asian population, an increase by 8,484 people, or 39.7 per cent compared to the last Census. 35 per cent Asian

Data sources: Statistics New Zealand Population Estimates (2018) and Population Projections (2013-base), Auckland Plan 2050: Development Strategy - Monitoring Report 2019.

8 He kōrero mō ngā poari ā-rohe About local boards

Auckland Council has a unique About local board plans • the council’s annual budget levels of service, performance model of local government in (annual plan) – funding for the measures and targets by activity Local board plans are strategic New Zealand, made up of the coming financial year of the for each financial year. three-year plans that are Governing Body (the mayor and 10-year budget, including developed in consultation with Detail of our projects, budgets 20 councillors) and 21 local local boards. the community. They set out the and timelines are outlined in our boards. The Governing Body direction for the local area that Local Board Agreements form annual work programmes. focuses on Auckland-wide issues reflects community aspirations the basis for each local board to Progress is reported quarterly while local boards are and priorities. The plans guide develop its annual work and communicated to responsible for decision-making the local boards in: programme and set out local our communities. on local matters, activities and funding priorities and budgets, services and provide input into • decisions on local activities, regional strategies, policies projects, and facilities and plans. • input into the council’s Auckland Plan Local Board Plans 30-year vision Adopted every 3 years Local boards make decisions on regional strategies and plans, refreshed every 6 years local matters such as: including the Auckland Plan • supporting local arts, culture, • how local boards will work events and sport and with other agencies including recreation community groups, central Auckland Council’s 10-year Budget government agencies and • providing grants and Adopted every 3 years council-controlled partnering with local organisations that play key organisations to deliver roles in the area community services • funding and • maintaining and upgrading Annual Budget Local Board Agreements investment decisions. Adopted every year Adopted every year town centres and facilities including parks, libraries Local board plans are inclusive and halls and connected; they don’t Working with Māori operate in isolation. • caring for the environment They support the following: Māori culture and identity is Local boards play a vital role in and preserving heritage. celebrated by Aucklanders and is representing the interests of all • the Auckland Plan 2050 – the Local boards also have a role in our point of difference in Aucklanders. We are committed 30-year vision for Auckland representing the view of their the world. to our Treaty-based obligations communities on issues of • the council’s 10-year budget and to Māori participation Te Tiriti o Waitangi recognises local importance. (long-term plan) – planned and development. the rangatiratanga of Auckland’s spending and future hapū and iwi, and the inseparable We have worked with Māori to investment priorities over the bond between Tāmaki Makaurau develop initiatives that respond longer term, including the people and Tāmaki Makaurau to Māori aspirations. local boards the place.

9 Te whakawhanake i tā mātou mahere Developing our plan

Our plan comprises aspirational The draft was also developed by reflected your needs and desires The social and economic outcomes, objectives we want to considering what we know about we engaged with our community impacts of COVID-19 on our achieve and some of the key our community, having worked at a range of events and activities communities mean some of our initiatives we will carry out to closely with you and heard your across the board area. aspirations have been modified. achieve them. views on a wide range of topics. Our response is delivered via the The issues and priorities you annual budgeting process but A draft plan was developed using During July and August 2020 we raised with us through these the decisions we make will focus feedback received from public consulted on the draft plan to interactions helped us finalise on ensuring the benefits for engagement carried out between hear your thoughts. To hear your our 2020 local board plan. our community. November 2019 and April 2020. feedback and ensure we

Te whakatutuki i tā mātou mahere Carrying out our plan

Turning plans into reality takes • prioritise budget to focus on • work with various community of the local board is to advocate many people working together the initiatives in the plans groups and partners to deliver to decision-makers to ensure – the community, the local board projects and services. they are aware of community • make the best use of local and the wider council family views and the board’s support assets such as community Sometimes important projects in such as Auckland Transport. for them. centres and parks local areas are beyond the To deliver against the outcomes funding available to local boards • set direction for the council in the local board plans, we will: or our authority to make staff who deliver the projects decisions. In those cases, the role and services

10 Whakaotinga tahi: Whakaahua i Manukau Outcome 1: Transform Manukau

Manukau metropolitan centre is the thriving heart of our area – an attractive visitor destination, business centre and place to shop, live, learn, work and play. Since our last plan, three years ago, there have been dramatic changes in Manukau, many of them driving positive change. Housing is intensifying with more large-scale development. The heart of Manukau is becoming a vibrant centre for technology, education and commerce that will bring new opportunities to our area. The University of Auckland has recently established its southern campus, while the Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) is bringing its Technology Park here. Along with Auckland University of Technology, these three institutions will create a new tertiary hub for South Auckland, responding to our growth. These opportunities will also reinforce the council’s plans to transform and regenerate our area. We will work with our stakeholders – such as educational institutions, the business improvement districts (Business Manukau and Wiri Business Association) – to achieve these changes. Our new Manukau bus/train interchange is making it easier for students and commuters to get to study or work. The bus station design and artwork reflect our distinctive Māori and Pacific cultures. Improvements on Putney Way, including attractive landscaping and signage, make it easier for pedestrians to move around. We will support improvements to the civic space or the Manukau Square to build a sense of connection as more people use the area. Our area is rich in its cultural diversity. We want our infrastructure – whether it’s business, transport, people development or community facilities – to reflect our

This diversity of culture, ideas and experiences is our strength and with Diversity Festival at that we will build an inclusive Auckland. Hayman Park, Manukau.

11 unique Māori heritage, Pacific culture, our with the potential to link neighbourhoods and growing Asian population, and all other provide high-quality open spaces for all to enjoy. ethnicities. This diversity of culture, ideas and Our resources are limited and capital investment experiences is our strength and with that we will is critical for progressing Transform Manukau. We build an inclusive Auckland. strongly believe that revenue gained from the Our people and economy must recover from the sale of council-owned land in our local board area impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. We will work should be re-invested here for better with the Governing Body, Panuku and AT, and infrastructure, community facilities and green central government to progress the infrastructure spaces. We will continue to strongly advocate for projects for a speedy recovery in our area. While a this with the Governing Body and Panuku. change in central government priorities means Te Papa ki Manukau on Hayman Park is unlikely Opportunities to progress in the foreseeable future, we are • The council owns significant land area that optimistic about other initiatives. could be redeveloped or used to generate Together with mana whenua, we will prioritise the funds for reinvestment. design and build of Kōtuitui / Barrowcliffe Place • Ensuring unique character in the metropolitan Bridge to connect Manukau centre to the new centre through good design, creating an Barrowcliffe housing development. Attractive attractive urban centre that reflects our open spaces such as Hayman Park will become a cultures, community, and businesses. popular destination for many, providing opportunities to play as well as retain and • Strategic use of the location and great improve the wetlands, giving life to connections to motorways, trains and future the environment. busways to create a thriving metropolis that attracts people from the wider Auckland area. We will capitalise on the large green open spaces of Hayman Park and Manukau Sports Bowl, and • Create green, open areas, engage local business reserves along the Puhinui Stream to deliver and connect local community through environmental and recreational opportunities. innovative projects for recreation and leisure. We will create pathways and connections to destinations to and from Manukau metropolitan Challenges centre. This is an opportune time to ensure a • Ensuring that a fair share of the revenue balance with urban growth while restoring generated from council-owned assets is flourishing biodiversity that makes our area reinvested into Manukau and our board area. attractive and connects people to the natural environment. • Attracting private/commercial and central government investment. We will progress the Manukau Sports Bowl plan. WHAT YOU HAVE TOLD US We want a hub that serves sport and recreation, • Transformational change – such as landscapes, • “An upgrade needs to happen to reflect the such as an indoor/outdoor stadium for basketball, investments and improvements – take time ethnic diversity of Manukau city.” volleyball, athletics, touch, and tag. The and won’t be easily visible in the short-term. possibility of a swimming pool and public walking • “Something needs to be done about the track have also been raised. We will advocate for Our commitment Manukau Sports Bowl, our kids need places to this as part of the Transform Manukau project. go locally where they feel safe and can feel a We are committed to carrying out the following key sense of achievement.” We will work with Panuku and other partners initiatives to achieve these goals and will continue within the council to clean up the Puhinui Stream, to look for other opportunities as they arise.

12 Outcome 1: Transform Manukau

Objective Key initiatives

Transform Manukau Safer, inclusive and healthier streets around through good planning Manukau centre and sustainable • Improving walking and cycling routes, e.g. make development Davies Avenue a shared space and reduce cars • Safer pedestrian crossings, e.g. Manukau Station Road

Improve civic space at Karoro Court (Manukau Plaza) to make it an attractive, usable, safe and event-friendly area that is also Wi-Fi enabled

Waitangi Day at Manukau Sports Bowl. Support local and regional events to attract more people to learn, shop and play in Manukau

Explore opportunities for commercial development around the bus station

Advocate to the Governing Body and Panuku to provide more funding in the council’s 10-year budget and in particular through reinvestment back into Manukau from sales generated within the area

Creating open civic and Complete phase two of the Hayman Park playground green areas that are which proposes: attractive, well used, • a play tower safe and sustainable • four age-group playgrounds • flying fox Manukau Centre Square. • pump track

Complete the Manukau Sports Bowl master plan, advocate for funding, and seek opportunities to implement the plan

Continue to work with Panuku and key partners on the Puhinui Stream Regeneration Project

13 Whakaotinga rua: He ohaoha ā-rohe taurikura Outcome 2: Prosperous local economy

Our lively town centres drive sustainable economic development and attract investors and visitors. Youth and our community have many opportunities to gain skills and employment that result in a high standard of living. The COVID-19 pandemic will create many challenges for South Auckland to overcome. The most affected industries – such as tourism, retail and hospitality – will take time to recover. We will work with local business associations who will play a key role in restoring our local economy. Collaboration with stakeholders, investors and community organisations will help both our recovery and our plans to transform our area into one that is vibrant, safe and easy to move around. In addition to metropolitan Manukau, making our smaller town centres - Hunters Corner, Old Papatoetoe, Ōtara, and greater East Tāmaki - well-functioning, productive and attractive will encourage business and create inviting places for people to meet. We want to make our public spaces well designed, safe, attractive and accessible ensuring they reflect our diverse cultures. Our local business associations are key partners to help achieve these goals. Their collaboration will be critical for the recovery of our local economy and in achieving shared outcomes for the area. We want to see all our business associations financially sustainable, and partner with them to deliver events that foster community spirit, and a better understanding and appreciation of different cultures. We want local business and enterprise to be ready for the future in achieving environmental sustainability targets. We look forward to having stronger businesses, such as the Wiri Business Association and others, expand into our area. We will advocate for more investment in Ōtara, including exploring opportunities for partnering with Panuku.

We want to attract more visitors and investment to create economic development through jobs,

Papatoetoe shops. better facilities and shopping choices.

14 Our goal is to create good public spaces that Challenges promote people’s health, happiness, and economic • Increase opportunities for training, skill wellbeing. We want to attract more visitors and development and employment for investment to create economic development local people. through jobs, better facilities and shopping choices. “Unlock Papatoetoe” is all about • High unemployment rate and a low labour developing the potential of our assets in a planned force participation rate. manner. We are confident that collaboration with • Improving sense of pride and overcoming local businesses will see this area upgraded, and negative perceptions of the town centres that collaboration with Panuku will continue to associated with social issues such as crime, deliver improvements in the town centre. These begging and drugs. include development of the open space behind the shops at St George Lane, and a masterplan for the • Attracting new investment. town south of the shops. • Uncertainty about the scale of financial Growth in South Auckland and in the Waikato will impact of COVID-19 on the economy. place greater demand on services but also presents opportunities for enterprise and Our commitment employment. We will continue working with willing We are committed to carrying out the following partners to advance Māori and Pacific people’s key initiatives to achieve these goals and will employment and business development as well as continue to look for other opportunities as other projects that accelerate social innovation. they arise. Opportunities • Making the most of our growing residential communities around town centres and growth WHAT YOU HAVE TOLD US in adjacent board areas. • “Local businesses are a key component in the • Revitalise and energise town centres as story and identity of our area.” clean, attractive, safe and accessible community hubs.

15 Outcome 2: A prosperous local economy

Objective Key initiatives

Revitalising Ōtara and Advocate for a supermarket in Ōtara town centre Papatoetoe town centres Complete improvements on the Ōtara canopy and pathway connections Advocate for better planning and investment to transform Ōtara

Progress “Unlock Papatoetoe” initiatives • Develop a plan to guide future investment in the development of the town centre • Attract commercial investment for development behind shops at St George Lane • Improve pedestrian access and connectivity to the recreation centre and stadium reserve • Enhance linkages to open space • Develop a community hub that will be the heart of the town centre

Support innovative projects and social enterprise development for under-used areas, e.g. The Food Hub at the old netball courts in Papatoetoe

Fresh Gallery, Ōtara Town Centre.

16 Outcome 2: A prosperous local economy

Creating events to Boost economic development through partnerships for events and showcase and attract projects people to the area Supporting local youth into training and employment

Events and projects delivered by local organisations to attract visitors, e.g. Matariki, Pacific language weeks, Christmas and Santa parades, cultural festivals such as Diwali, and sports awards

Supporting local Advocate for local procurement, social procurement and priority on procurement and Māori outcomes for all large projects delivered in the area priority on Māori outcomes

Promoting and Support local businesses and community-driven initiatives to foster encouraging sustainable sustainable practices, innovation and appreciation of different cultures practices in local business and enterprise Support initiatives for environmental sustainability, e.g. reduce carbon emissions, waste minimisation and upcycling

Manukau Centre Square.

17 Whakaotinga toru: He hapori taurikura, manaaki, haumaru hoki Outcome 3: A thriving, inclusive and safe community

Our community is connected across different cultures, has a sense of belonging and is proud of our area. People feel welcome and safe, they support each other, and have better access to transport.

Our area is growing and changing rapidly, so maintaining community wellbeing and fostering a sense of inclusion is a priority for the board. We value our distinct Māori (16 per cent) and Pacific (46 per cent) cultures. We value our Asian (35 per cent) European (17 per cent) and smaller ethnic minorities (Census 2018). Together, they all bring a richness and diversity to our area, contributing to an inclusive Auckland. We want a thriving local community that understands and supports each other. We will support activities to increase inter-cultural connections and will promote places and spaces for people to interact safely. We value difference as a strength and celebrate our rich diversity. We have many young people below the age of 15 (24 per cent) and will support community-led initiatives that create opportunities for them to be active, engaged and to participate in local activities.

We want a thriving local community that understands and supports each other.

Members of Pacific community at Te Puke Ō Tara Community Centre.

18 Many in our community do not own a home to places and nature. Our work programme will (30 per cent) compared to the rest of Auckland support a range of recreational, social, cultural (45 per cent). Some 11 per cent of homes are and environmental experiences for local mouldy. We also have other challenges – low residents and we will continue to ensure that income and high unemployment rates. This these offerings cater to all including our affects young and old in different ways. We uniquely-abled community. want everyone in Ōtara-Papatoetoe to live in secure, healthy and affordable homes, to Opportunities access opportunities and to have a sense of • Showcase our distinct local cultures and the belonging. We will advocate to central unique character of Ōtara-Papatoetoe to government for affordable housing and better attract people to the area. home ownership options. • Harness and make good use of skills and the We will champion initiatives that develop an strengths in our community, e.g. young people economy to enable Māori, Pacific and all our faring better in social and economic outcomes people to grow wealth and benefit from because of strong whanau and community networks. participating in this economy. • Help people and groups to do more for We will deliver on activities to make our area themselves such as teaching gardens, popular thriving, inclusive and safe. Our actions will events, active pursuits or playground use. strengthen our community’s resilience and preparedness for emergency. We will also Challenges support governance skills for communities to • More people are living closer to each other, enhance their own influence. We want to but they aren’t always connected with partner with community organisations to neighbours or different cultures. Groups identify and deliver activities that will make a staying within their own associations risk difference in improving the age-friendliness disconnection or isolation. and inclusiveness in our area. • Reducing constraints for those facing greater We will continue to prioritise projects to make challenges around general accessibility, e.g. places and services accessible for all. We will older people, those with English as a second support programmes that make good use of language and dependent on others in the open spaces, parks, walkways and community family, those with less financial means making them more likely to be socially excluded and facilities, such as Fresh Gallery Ōtara and Ōtara the uniquely-abled community. Music and Arts Centre (OMAC). We support Te WHAT YOU HAVE TOLD US Puke ō Tara Community Centre to deliver • Overcoming the perception that the area is not safe. • ”We need to create a space where safety, programmes and services to meet local needs, e.g. initiatives such as “Empower Leadership inclusion, culture, and like-mindedness can Our commitment be harnessed in Ōtara-Papatoetoe.” Excellence Integrity” (ELEI). • We are committed to carrying out the We want to ensure that open areas and parks • “Our elderly and youth need to have a safe following key initiatives to achieve these goals space to get together and learn from are attractive, well used and easy to get and will continue to look for other each other.” around. Public transport is important for opportunities as they arise. mobility and accessibility and connects people

19 Outcome 3: A thriving, inclusive and safe community

Objective Key initiatives

Recognising and Celebrating local heritage and diversity to increase making Māori and inter-cultural connections and participation Pacific arts, culture and history visible in Arts projects and initiatives led by the community to public places foster strong communities

Promoting health and Support and promote local events and campaigns that wellbeing to build encourage emergency preparedness and capable and resilient social connection communities with a sense of belonging Promote safe neighbourhoods, active living in family- friendly places and events that are: • smoke-free • vape-free Members of Sikh community at Ōtara-Papatoetoe Volunteer Awards. • drug-free • alcohol-free and • where water is the first choice.

Promote healthy eating initiatives and community programmes that build food systems resilience

Advocate to the Governing Body to finalise the council’s local alcohol policy

Continue free access to our swimming pools, funded through a local targeted rate

An active and engaged Support community action to reduce harm from community, leading alcohol and drugs local initiatives Support programmes and projects that use open spaces creatively to enhance access and a sense of belonging for diverse ethnic groups, e.g. teaching gardens

Community programmes and projects to foster connections between seniors and youth, and whanau- centric events and activities

Enhancing governance skills and capacities in community groups and organisations

20 Outcome 3: A thriving, inclusive and safe community

Objective Key initiatives

Increase opportunities Increasing opportunities for youth leadership and for skill development, participation in employment, education, training and employment business, e.g. Young Enterprise Scheme, and Māori and Pacific skill and trades training and development

Support initiatives for young people to choose quality employment opportunities and/or educational pathways

Support student intern programme which provides an opportunity for local youth to develop work and social Waitangi ki Manukau. skills and to build a range of literacies at Tupu Youth Library

Progress initiatives such as the Skills Shed

Raise awareness of music education opportunities for youth that support learning, develop talent, and provide career pathways for them in the performing arts, delivered at OMAC

Encouraging rangatahi, Initiatives to recognise talent, and honour local youth, young people and e.g. The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Youth Council, and the seniors take part in Ōtara-Papatoetoe Squad (TOPS) civic life Activities and safe spaces for old and young to be active, healthy, collaborate and contribute to civic life e.g. creation of Youth hub

21 Whakaotinga wha: He papa rēhia, he ratonga e hāngai ana ki ō ngā tāngata hiahia Outcome 4: Parks and facilities that meet our people’s needs

Our parks and facilities are fit for purpose and reflect the communities they serve, building a sense of identity, ownership and pride in the area while boosting participation and promoting a healthy lifestyle. We see participation in sport and recreation as a way to strengthen communities and improve public health. Our sports clubs are key hubs in our communities, offering a place for recreation and belonging. We will work with organisations like CLM Community Sport to support our local clubs to develop strategic plans, and become sustainable. We will continue supporting the Kolmar Trust and look forward to completing the Ōtara multi-sport complex soon. Our sports fields are at capacity, and poor playing surfaces and low-quality lighting are major factors for closed fields and cancelled fixtures, especially during winter. Papatoetoe Recreation Reserve is a prime example of this, and we plan to sand carpet the field and improve lighting in the next few years. We will upgrade other sports fields as funding becomes available. We are excited to see our diversity reflected in our sports, from traditional rugby, soccer and cricket to the increasing popularity of kabaddi, kilikiti and tag. We will identify recreational needs and barriers for diverse ethnic communities and under- represented groups. Our parks offer spaces to be physically active as well as relaxation, meditation and prayer. We are determined to ensure our fields can cater for all sports and users.

We are excited to see our diversity reflected in our sports, from traditional rugby, soccer and cricket to the increasing popularity of kabaddi, kilikiti and tag. Otamarariki Park playground, Ōtara.

22 We want our local parks to be beautiful places Our four libraries are well-used and work in with where people can meet, exercise and socialise. other local council facilities to deliver shared These open areas are critical as people have less programming and services. We also operate three outdoor space at home. We will continue to leisure centres and two pools which you tell us provide a range of play and active recreation are meeting your needs, although you have opportunities for children, and young people suggested upgrades to make them better. We in our local parks, reserves, and know swimming is the top activity for both boys marine environment. and girls, and we’ll continue to provide adults and children with access to community pools Building quality playgrounds has been key in without charge. making this happen and we will continue to invest in playgrounds just as we have at Otamariki Park Opportunities and Sunnyside Domain. • Quality planning for large open green spaces. We are fortunate to have several large parks in our local board area – Puhinui Reserve, Colin Dale • New community / civic hub in Papatoetoe. Park, Ngati Ōtara Park, Hayman Park and • Enhance active play and recreation Manukau Sports Bowl. We will work firstly with opportunities by creating a network of mana whenua to understand their vision for these accessible play spaces to provide for a wide parks and explore a co-governance model for range of age groups and abilities in our Puhinui Reserve. We will then engage with our local parks. community and stakeholders to ensure our spaces reflect te ao Māori and are relevant for • Working with mana whenua on a local users. We want our parks to be well planned co-governance arrangement. from the start by honouring Māori and ensure • Work with Kāinga Ora to enhance community they meet local needs. facilities and open space in areas such as The refurbishment of Te Puke ō Tara Community Middlemore. Centre has brought life back into Ōtara. Its vibrant colours are matched by its diverse programmes Challenges that the local community enjoys. We want to see • Funding to cover operational and renewal similar outcomes in Papatoetoe. costs for existing parks and facilities. Unlocking the potential of Papatoetoe in • Increasing and competing demand on already partnership with Panuku is a priority. We limited open spaces and community facilities. mentioned this earlier as part of revitalising our town centres to build our local economy. This • Helping community groups find facilities work also serves community needs. We want to for use. improve open space quality in the town centre • The plans for Colin Dale Park remain uncertain and investigate opportunities for a community/ at present. civic hub.

WHAT YOU HAVE TOLD US Our community halls, leased spaces and centres Our commitment are heavily used, and we’re concerned that many We are committed to the following key initiatives • “Papatoetoe Recreation Ground sports field of these facilities need new investment. We want needs to be upgraded.” to achieve these goals and will continue to look high-quality facilities that are well maintained for other opportunities as they arise. • “We need facilities that will help us thrive. and cared for. We want the local community to We want facility that make us feel welcome take pride, and have a sense of connection, care and are fit-for-purpose.” and belonging towards community resources and facilities.

23 Outcome 4: Parks and facilities that meet our people’s needs

Objective Key initiatives

Ensuring our parks and Sports field upgrade at Papatoetoe Recreation Reserve facilities meet local needs for sports, Playground upgrades at Cooper Park, Hillside South recreation and Park, Kohuora Park, Ngāti Ōtara Park, Aorere Park, community activity Baird Road Reserve and Othello Park Provide a range of play and active recreation opportunities for children, and young people in our local parks, reserves and marine environment

New toilet and changing room facilities at Te Puke ō Papatoetoe library. Tara Park, Aorere Park and Kohuora Park

Continue to seek opportunities for private partnerships to fund shortfalls in budget

Advocate to the Governing Body for funding in the 10-year budget towards “Unlock Papatoetoe” • Investigate opportunities for a community/civic hub to improve community services • Work with Panuku for funding to implement improvements to Papatoetoe Chambers and Town Hall and Unlock Papatoetoe project area

Advocate to the Governing Body for funding to make existing facilities fit for purpose, e.g. the library, East Tamaki Community Centre and Ōtara Fair Mall precinct Ngati Ōtara Multi Sports Complex. Developing Explore co-governance of Puhinui Reserve co-governance arrangements with mana whenua

Celebrate a thriving Work to increase the exposure of te reo Māori in our Māori identity as area through naming and signage Auckland’s point of difference in the world. Support mana whenua to tell stories of Māori cultural heritage and knowledge throughout our parks and open spaces network

Support initiatives for Māori culture, identity and te reo Māori to be “seen, spoken and heard” 24 Whakaotinga rima: He taiao toitū, hauora hoki Outcome 5: Sustainable, healthy natural environment

We care for our natural environment and foster sustainable lifestyles. Our waterways and environment are healthy and free from pests, litter and pollution. We value our natural world and preserve kaitiakitanga locally. Our natural environment is under pressure, so we are prioritising actions to help restore and preserve its natural state. We will collaborate with residents and groups and mana whenua in their role as kaitiaki. We are committed to the council’s Te Tāruke-ā-Tāwhiri / Climate Action Plan and the Ngahere / Urban Forest Strategy. We will place a higher priority on considering the environmental impact of local projects. Our actions in the short-term can reduce risks in the future. Many in our community face greater challenges because they are vulnerable and must become resilient to environmental changes becoming serious over time. Areas like Ōtara West, Ōtara North and Wymondley are at greater risk from climate change, as there is very little cropland, grassland and forest cover in areas with high deprivation. We will work with community organisations, schools and businesses to build community resilience to climate change. We will enable young people to work with the community as decision-makers and activators. We will build on the work and success of projects including school environmental programmes, community clean-up projects such as Neat Streets and Adopt a Spot, and upcycling initiatives like repair cafes.

Our natural environment is under

Neat Streets, Ōtara. pressure, so we are prioritising actions to help restore and preserve its natural state. 25 Our area has natural assets such as Ōtara Lake, efforts to reduce the quantity of solid waste going Puhinui Stream and the wetland in Kohuora Park, to landfill and help in achieving the target of zero Papatoetoe. Investment and effort are required to waste by 2040. To this end we will encourage restore degraded environments. Urban growth community-led waste minimisation and resource also results in sedimentation and pollution in our recovery initiatives. waterways and streams. The vision for Ōtara Lake and waterways can only be achieved through Opportunities concerted action to restore their quality. • Collaborate on shared interests with The Puhinui Reserve, a 200ha park and the stakeholders and community organisations to largest in the south, holds cultural and heritage protect, restore and tackle environmental significance to mana whenua, as well as concerns at the local level. important ecological, geological and • Mitigate the effects of climate change by archaeological values. This board will work with restoring freshwater ecosystems, e.g. riparian Panuku and other parts of the council to protect planting for flood mitigation, creating habitat the reserve and regenerate the Puhinui Stream to for native biodiversity and off-setting carbon make the area more attractive and accessible. emissions in the atmosphere. We will encourage residents to get involved in • Increase community skills to tackle problem ecological programmes that reduce plant pests plants and pests. and build awareness and understanding of the environment through signage at sites. • Work with community groups and schools to decrease the amount of waste ending up in We want our people to enjoy more green space our landfills by reducing waste, reusing, with shade, but we have one of the lowest levels and recycling. of tree coverage in Auckland. We will take up every opportunity to work with stakeholders to Challenges support the planting of more trees for both the environment and community wellbeing. • Mitigating the negative effect of urban development on waterways and streams, e.g. We will continue the work of the Manukau harmful discharge into our harbour Harbour Forum – jointly with the eight other local and estuaries. boards, iwi and other interested parties – to see the Manukau Harbour recognised as a significant • Changing people’s understanding of how their cultural, ecological, social and economic taonga. actions affect their environment. This includes supporting the development and • Encouraging partnerships and investment implementation of a long-term programme of from stakeholders in groups such as Ōtara integrated harbour management. We also Lakes and Waterways Trust, as the restoration WHAT YOU HAVE TOLD US support the Tāmaki Estuary Environmental work needed is beyond our resources. Forum in improving the ecological health and • “Restorative environmental initiatives need poor water quality of the Tāmaki Estuary. to be integrated into our local schools, Our commitment particularly primary schools.” Concerted action by the community, businesses, We are committed to carrying out the following organisations and schools can help minimise • “We want to see more trees planted that will key initiatives to achieve these goals and will waste, illegal dumping, and the adoption of bring our native birds back.” continue to look for other opportunities as sustainable practices. We will support local they arise.

26 Outcome 5: Sustainable, healthy natural environment

Objective Key initiatives

Minimising waste going Fund community development projects such as into landfill Neat Streets in areas with a higher incidence of waste dumping

Encourage community action to achieve our commitment to Zero Waste Auckland 2040: • Invest in community-led waste minimisation projects • Local initiatives to tackle illegal dumping in hot-spot areas • Support upcycling initiatives. • Advocate for a Resource Recovery Centre in South Auckland

Restoring biodiversity Support the Manukau Harbour Forum programme and improving water jointly with eight other local boards quality in local streams, the Manukau Harbour, Advocate to improve the health of the Ōtara Lake and and the Tāmaki Estuary waterways. Support development of more public space for the community to interact with the natural Neat Streets, Ōtara. environment. Incorporate sustainability and community practices in the living environment

Maintain partnerships to improve the quality of Ōtara Lake and waterways, and investigate improvements around Papatoetoe waterways

Support community-led conservation and Pest Free Auckland initiatives such as reducing plant and animal pests, particularly rats, through empowered neighbourhood action

Support native planting along streams and waterways to help with restoring freshwater ecosystems and encourage the return of native birds

Foster partnerships with mana whenua and support projects to build Māori capacity to act as kaitiaki of natural environments

27 Outcome 5: Sustainable, healthy natural environment

Objective Key initiatives

Promoting and Develop resources to guide community and business enhancing sustainable resilience projects and continue to support practices by local programmes like Enviroschools businesses, families and neighbourhoods Reduce the effect of climate change on vulnerable communities and catchments: • Workshops and scenario exercises to understand local climate hazards, reduce impacts and identify those most affected • Support appropriate initiatives to build Māori resilience to local climate impacts • Support residents, businesses and schools to develop skills, knowledge and capacity to reduce emissions and respond to climate change • Supporting libraries’ efforts to promote and achieve positive environmental outcomes through their activities Hayman Park, Manukau. Support sustainability initiatives that contribute towards building food security e.g. community gardens, planting of fruit trees in public places, where appropriate

Increasing the tree Plant more trees in line with the Ngahere / Urban Forest canopy cover in Strategy to enhance biodiversity and wellbeing our area Establish a memorial for the Christchurch terror attacks by planting 51 trees in a local park in memory of those who lost their lives

28 Whakaotinga ono: He wāhi honohono, he ngāwari te neke haere Outcome 6: Connected area and easy to get around

Everyone can easily and safely get around on foot, bicycle, bus, train and car.

The Ōtara-Papatoetoe transport landscape is changing rapidly. The Manukau train and bus interchange is the centre of public transport for the south. The upgraded Puhinui Station will become the key public transport interchange for Auckland International Airport. Major upgrades to State Highway 20B will improve access for motorists and deliver significant efficiencies from the airport to Puhinui Station. In future, this will link to Botany town centre. However, our priority is to ensure our voice is being heard and our transport needs met. We have governance over some funding and will continue to work with AT to ensure our roads are safe, public transport is accessible, and that we have adequate cycleways and attractive pathways. Safety is important, especially for our children, and we’re investing in raised crossings and safety fences near our schools. We want our communities to have the infrastructure to be able to travel safety from place to place, whether cycling through our local parks or using shared pathways on our roadside. We will continue seeking opportunities with AT and the NZ Transport Agency to deliver the Healthy and Safe Streets project and our Local Paths (Greenways) Plan.

We want our communities to have the infrastructure to be able to travel safety from place to place, whether cycling through our local parks or using shared pathways on our roadside. Manukau Bus Station.

29 Accessibility is an ongoing issue with the Old Opportunities Papatoetoe Train Station, and we will be • Strategic use of our Local Board Transport working with AT to explore access options Capital Fund and Safety Fund for including installation of an elevator. local priorities. We believe public transport will be the only • Advocacy on strategic transport priorities viable option for many people in our area in the such as the airport rail link and free future. We live in an area of high deprivation public transport. and will strongly advocate for a fairer fare • Deliver priority Greenways walking and cycling structure with a goal of free public connections to provide improved recreational transport for all. amenity alternative transport connections Road safety is a key issue, with major road through the local parks network. construction projects needed in Papatoetoe Challenges and Ōtara. We will advocate to AT to make the • Convincing people to make the move to dangerous Preston Road/ East Tāmaki Road/ public transport. Ormiston Road intersection its top priority. We will also be advocating for AT to prioritise the • Managing local transport initiatives against Puhinui and Aorere areas in the Residential overall transport budget priorities across Speed Management programme. the region. • Uncertainty about the scale of financial WHAT YOU HAVE TOLD US For the most part, our role is limited to impact of COVID-19 on local transport representing your views on transport priorities • “Linking Manukau Transport Interchange, capital projects. and keeping these in the front of the decision- Botany Town Centre, and Puhinui Station to makers. We will continue to put our time and the Auckland International Airport will be a Our commitment energy into this because we understand how tremendous leap forward.” important it is to you. We are committed to the following key • “We need public transport that caters to our initiatives to achieve these goals and will elderly in Ōtara and Papatoetoe.” continue to look for other opportunities as they arise.

30 Outcome 6: Connected area and easy to get around

Objective Key initiatives

Using public transport Advocate to AT, the Governing Body and central is a viable option for government for free public transport for all getting around Advocate to AT to prioritise light rail from the Airport / Puhinui Station / Botany link

Explore options to address access issues for the elderly and uniquely-abled at Old Papatoetoe Train Station, including advocating to AT to install an elevator

Advocate to AT to increase the number of bus shelters. Bus network, Hunters Corner, Papatoetoe. Work with AT, NZTA and Kāinga Ora to allocate funding and develop priority routes through parks and other public spaces for cyclists and walkers, as identified in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Paths (Greenways) Plan

Safe cycling and Advocate to AT to realign Preston Road / East Tāmaki pedestrian Road / Ormiston Road and intersection environments Advocate to AT to prioritise the Puhinui and Aorere areas in the Residential Speed Management programme

Fund and/or seek other funding sources to ensure there are traffic calming devices around local schools

Work to deliver more bikes in school programmes

Hayman Park playground, Manukau. Support active transport choices through: • community bike hubs - providing safe cycling advice and guidance • free access to tools and advice on basic bike maintenance; and used bikes and bike parts for sale and loan

Work with AT to deliver key safety, cycling and bus priority projects, specifically improvements around Manukau City Centre and Great South Road

31 He kōrero take pūtea Funding information

The local board funding policy sets out how local boards are funded to meet the costs of providing local activities and administration support. Local board funding is approved through the council’s budget-setting process. This involves the council’s Governing Body adopting a 10-year budget (long-term plan) every three years and an annual budget every year. Local board agreements make up part of the annual budget. The council’s budget-setting process involves allocating funding gathered through revenue sources such as rates and user charges. It also involves setting levels of service for council activities and corresponding performance targets. The financial and levels of service statements were adopted as part of the Emergency Budget 2020/2021 in July 2020.

32 Kaupapa ā-rohe me ngā paerewa ā-mahi Local activities and levels of service

The budget-setting process sets levels of service for local activities and corresponding performance targets. The table below describes the local activities and level of service statements. More information on local board budgets can be found in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Agreement 2020/2021 and Auckland Council’s local board funding policy, which are available on the council website.

Local activities Levels of service statements

Local community services

This is a broad activity area, which includes: We provide library services and programmes that support Aucklanders with reading and literacy, and opportunities to participate in community • supporting local arts, culture, events, sport and recreation and civic life. • providing grants and partnering with local organisations to We fund, enable and deliver community events and experiences that deliver community services enhance identity and connect people. • maintaining facilities, including local parks, libraries and halls. We fund, enable and deliver arts and culture experiences that enhance identity and connect people. Utilising the Empowered Communities Approach, we support Aucklanders to create thriving, connected and inclusive communities. We provide safe, reliable and accessible social infrastructure for Aucklanders that contributes to placemaking and thriving communities. We provide community centres and hire venues that enable Aucklanders to run locally-responsive activities, promoting participation, inclusion and connection. We provide recreation programmes, opportunities and facilities to get Aucklanders more active, more often. We provide safe and accessible parks, reserves and beaches. We showcase Auckland’s Māori identity and vibrant Māori culture.

33 Local planning and development

This group of activities covers improvements to town centres, the We help attract investment, businesses and a skilled workforce to local street environment as well as local environment and heritage Auckland. protection. These activities also include working with business and community associations to improve local economic development and employment initiatives.

Local environmental management

Local boards work in partnership with local communities and iwi to We manage Auckland’s natural environment. deliver projects and programmes to improve local environments. Our focus is on indigenous biodiversity, healthy waterways and sustainable living. These activities include stream restoration, waste minimisation programmes, supporting environmental volunteers and partnering with schools to provide a range of environmental initiatives.

Local governance

Activities in this group support our 21 local boards to engage with The measures for this group of activities are covered under the and represent their communities and to make decisions on local Regional Governance group of activities in the Long-term Plan 2018- activities. This support includes providing strategic advice, 2028 which determine participation with Auckland Council decision- leadership of the preparation of local board plans, support in making in general. This includes local decision-making. developing the local board agreements, community engagement There are no significant changes to the measures or targets for including relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities, 2020/2021. and democracy and administrative support.

34 Tirohanga take pūtea whānui Financial overview

Revenue, expenditure and capital investment by local activities for the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board for the period 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021.

Annual Budget Financials 2020/2021 ($000)

Operating revenue

Local community services 3,191

Local planning and development -

Local environmental services -

Local governance -

Total operating revenue 3,191

Operating expenditure

Local community services 16,307

Local planning and development 1,115

Local environmental services 304

Local governance 1,014

Total operating expenditure 18,740

Net operating expenditure 15,549

Capital expenditure

Local community services 7.818

Local planning and development -

Local environmental services -

Local governance -

Total capital expenditure 7,818

35 Ngā Mema o tō Poari ā-Rohe o Ōtara-Papatoetoe Your Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board members

Members’ details Members’ details

Lotu Fuli – Chairperson Dr Ofa Dewes (until 30 April 2021) Phone: 021 198 1711 Phone: 021 242 3713 [email protected] [email protected]

Dr Ashraf Choudhary – Deputy Swanie Nelson Chairperson (until 30 April 2021) Phone: 021 195 1420 Phone: 021 799 573 [email protected] [email protected]

Apulu Reece Autagavaia – Chairperson Ross Robertson (from 1 May 2021) Phone: 027 492 3245 Phone: 021 723 146 [email protected] [email protected]

Dawn Trenberth – Deputy Chairperson (from 1 May 2021) Phone: 021 729 302 [email protected]

36 Āpitihanga A: Kaupapa Auaha Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives

A key role of the local board is to advocate for initiatives that the local board may not have decision-making responsibilities or funding for in this draft local board plan but recognise the value it will add to the local community. Key advocacy areas for Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board include:

Initiative Description Advocating to

Promote more The revenue gained from the sale of council-owned land in our local board area should Panuku, reinvestment in the be re-invested here for better infrastructure, community facilities and green spaces. Governing Body Transform Manukau area Figures show that Manukau is projected to attain $144m in sales revenue over the next 10 years. • Ensure the funds are prioritised for allocation to local area projects, such as the next stage of the Hayman Park wetlands and playground development and a playground. • Progress Manukau Sports Bowl plan as part of Transform Manukau • Seek a policy change to ensure revenue attained through sales within a transform, unlock or support area are reinvested into that area or within the local board area. • Ensure any place making and place shaping will accommodate the projected influx of university students in the future.

New Transform area: Ōtara Make Ōtara a “transform area” and make use of the opportunity coming up with Panuku, Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) moving its south campus to Manukau. There will Governing Body be amazing residential and commercial areas and, combined with existing council-owned community facilities and assets, Ōtara can be transformed.

New civic and community We are currently investigating the possibility of a community/civic hub in Papatoetoe. Governing Body hub in Papatoetoe Currently Papatoetoe has no civic space where locals can participate, commune, and Panuku celebrate and embrace their diversity. Increasing projected population within the Panuku Papatoetoe Unlock area should prioritise this project. We would be advocating to work with the governing body and Panuku to fill the need in this community that the board cannot fund on its own.

37 Fit-for-purpose sports fields Seek opportunities to upgrade our local sports (sand-carpet, artificial or hybrid) fields and community facilities and lights, in particular Papatoetoe Recreational Reserve, East Tamaki Reserve, that serve our local people Rongomai Reserve, Te Puke O Tara Park and Ngāti Ōtara Park. Also, the development, renewals and/or refurbishment of: • Papatoetoe Town Hall and Chambers • East Tāmaki Community Centre • Hayman Park (stage 2) – new playground • Sutton Crescent land acquisition and development for public open space and Kolmar use • Manukau Sports Bowl – redevelop in accordance with new master plan.

Finalise local alcohol policy We will continue to advocate for the local alcohol policy to be made operative as soon as Governing Body and reduce harm possible and to strengthen the Sale and Supply of the Alcohol Bill. The purpose and from alcohol intent of the Sale and Supply of the Alcohol Bill needs to be strengthened. The southern boards have since long advocated to reduce harm from proliferation of off-licenses in the south. Areas in close proximity to local schools and dairies in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe need to be ‘Dry Areas’. The board has over the past years supported community groups to build their capacity to participate in District Licensing Committee (DLC) hearings. This is not enough. • The local alcohol policy must be finalised. • Barriers to community participation in the hearings process, including DLC hearing procedures, should be reduced. • DLC membership should reflect the diversity and values of the community it serves. • We will continue to support our communities by advocating to the governing body (and relevant committees) for the Signage Bylaw review to be used as an opportunity to effectively reduce exposure to alcohol marketing in the local board area and the wider Auckland region.

Regional action and The board supports council’s target for zero waste and asks for regional action and Governing Body, investment to reduce, investment by: central minimise and government • supporting a higher waste disposal levy with a concentration on commercial waste manage waste streams, construction and demolition waste, organic waste and plastic waste, which together contribute 80 per cent of Auckland waste • managing illegal dumping by investing more resources for intervention and community-led projects • advocating for stronger product stewardship requirements for businesses • progressing Resource Recovery Centres in the south and exploring sites and alternative methods of rubbish disposal, for example clean burning. 38 Affordable, warm and safe Advocate, collaborate and work with Kainga Ora, Mana Whenua, council and potential Governing Body, homes: Support the developers for high quality urban design, affordable, well insulated housing within the Kainga Ora inclusion of social, development mix. Advocate for solutions to homelessness including overnight shelters affordable and well and emergency housing. insulated housing in the local area

Improve employment and Prioritise opportunities for youth especially those classified as NEET. The Southern Governing Body, training and Initiative, council departments, CCOs (such as Auckland Transport, Auckland Unlimited, central entrepreneurship Panuku), NGOs and central government to work together to: government opportunities in the • strongly advocate for local procurement - local jobs for local people southern areas for young people • identify alignments to avoid duplication • seek innovative funding opportunities within council as well as externally.

Prioritise public transport The board continues to advocate for the following projects. Auckland through ‘route protection’, Transport, • Light rail from Auckland Airport to Puhinui Station through State Highway 20b to safer roads and central Manukau and then through to Botany before considering any other corridors. connectivity government, • Elevator at Papatoetoe train station. Governing Body • Residential Speed Management –priority to Puhinui and in the areas near Aorere park. • Develop the Southern Spur rail line. • Intersection upgrade: • Ormiston Rd/Preston Rd/East Tamaki Rd • Realignment – St. George/Kolmar Rd/Wallace Rd. • Continue implementation of Greenways plan (Local Paths) for safe cycling and walking tracks. Ensuring local transport network is accessible and safe for diverse communities, especially those with physical disabilities and school students in high risk areas.

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