WCCMS Amendments

Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:15 AM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Brian Last name: Lodge Organisation: Postal address: , Lyttelton 8082 Mobile: "Email address:

Agrees to sections:

1. We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the protection of the Paparoa National Park. Section: Section 1.2 (page 3), Section 1.2.2 (page 4), Section 4.2.5.1 (page 229) plus Maps 1,13,14 and 15 plus Table 3 page 118.

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The i,nclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

The proposed Pike 29 Memoria.l Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 25 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supportinginfrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

We question why the multitude of other trails which DOC has permitted MTB on are not being documented under the proposed CMS amendment, even though they are listed as permitted MTB zones on the DOC website. Some tracks include Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Trail, Pt Elizabeth, proposed trails such as Charleston Cycle Trail, Pounamu Trail.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reeftontrail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

26 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applic�tions regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MI B was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

4. We support the amendments that permit and document the building of The Paparoa Track and Pike29 Memorial Track along with Huts. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences).

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compUant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: I would also like to see e bikes allowed to be used on all these trails. As an older MTB I know the time will soon come that I will require the assistance an ebike offers to fully enjoy these conservation areas.

Petition agrees duplicate submission: 1 also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when draftingthe West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as directed by Section 17D of the ConservationAct 1987.

27 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:14 AM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Sandra Last name: Innes-Smith Organisation: Individual Postal address: Opotiki Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area forfuture generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. 28 Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park tn 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122}, 3.6.1.5 (page 125}, 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112}.

Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potentlal for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vfsion Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoingmaintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex•forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes,� Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoatrail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect ,investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the traH. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the ctause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt El.izabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

29 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on informationsupplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the constructionof the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference tothe CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservationdated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decisf on sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: Being able to access our outdoor environments is essential for my wellbeing and that of my whanau . I encourage considerate access to be available.

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when drafting the West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as directed by Section 170 of the Conservation Act 1987.

30 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:14 AM To: we.ems Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Cheryl Last name: Jukes Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: EmaU address:

Agrees to sections:

1. We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the protection ot the Paparoa National l'ark. Section: Section 1.2 (page 3), Section 1.2.2 (page 4), Section 4.2.5.1 (page 229) plus Maps 1,13,14 and 15 plus Table 3 page 118.

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promtsed to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 31 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestryand ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

32 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on Information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the dause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant act1ions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when draftingthe West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as directed by Section 170 of the Conservation Act 1987.

33 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:13 AM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Rowan Last name: Croft Organisation: Postal address: , Whangarei Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

Decision sought: We urge these amendments be put through under urgency given their sensitive nature, these amendments must be signed off in advance of DOC's proposed mld-June 2019 date for opening of track bookings. We encourage the inclusion of the promises made by the Conservation Minister to the Pike River families to be enshrined in the CMS to ensure these undertakings are protected and respected.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: •First,. as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section:

37 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestryand ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through. We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on lhe Wesl Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by UUl that MTB was permitted upon lhe trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction ofthe Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS) states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack ofadherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday rn the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result oftheir non•compliant actions.; Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

39 Debby Drummond

From: T�e Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:13 AM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Gareth Last name: Morris Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial forthe families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree 40 2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the Information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand�built by thousands of hours of volunteer serviceand over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

We question why the multitude of other trails which DOC has permitted MTB on are not being documented under the proposed CMS amendment� even though they are listed as permitted MTB zones on the DOC website. Some tracks include Reefton tra1il network, West Coast Wilderness Trait, Pt Elizabeth, proposed trails such as Charleston Cycle Trail, Pounamu Trail.

41 strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It (the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a veryserious breach ln proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: Allowing mountain biking and limited events is a reasonable use of the tracks under consideration, given that the nature of the impact on the surrounding landscape will be very limited while also providing public health and economic benefits to the West Coast.

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when draftingthe West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as directed by Section 170 of the ConservationAct 1987.

42 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:12 AM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Jane Last name: Ogg Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 43 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.S (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to supportthe creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestryand ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure forThe Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer serviceand over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTS trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through. We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local busines�e� who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on informationsupplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

4. We support the amendments that permit and document the building ofThe Paparoa Track and Pike29 Memorial Track along with Huts. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences).

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a veryserious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when drafting the West Coast Te Tai o Poutini ConservationManagement Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as d.irectedby Section 170 of the Conservation Act 1987. Debby Drummond From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:12 AM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Alex Last name: Buckley Organisation: Postal address: , Auckland, 1051 Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section:

46 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Submission: We support the crealion or �nvironmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced In The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestryand ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

3. We support the amendment to add the Old Ghost Road, Heaphy, and Paparoa Tracks to the permitted MTB ride list. Section: Section 3.6.1.4 Backcountry-remotezone (Page 122) The addition of: The Paparoa Track (from Blackball Creek to Punakaiki) and Pike29 Memorial Track (from Pike Mme Hoad to the Paparoa Track) as structures in The Papdroa Ndlional Park. ------Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-buil,tby thousands of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTS over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTS during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fullyprotected.

We question why the multitude of other trails which DOC has permitted MTB on are not being documented under the proposed CMS amendment, even though they are listed as permitted MTB zones on the DOC website. Some tracks include Reefton trail network,West Coast Wilderness Trail,Pt Elizabeth, proposed trailssuch as Charleston Cycle Trail, Pounamu Trail.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when draftingthe West Coast Te Tai o Poutini ConservationManagement Strategy 2020, which is due to be draftedprior to December 2019, as directed by Section 17D of the ConservationAct 1987. Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Thurc;rlay, 16 May 2019 12:11 AM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners DetaHs:

First name: Brett Last name: Raudon Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting thfs environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdty, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. 49 Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

50 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements . . We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession apP.lications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the vlablllty of local !Ju!>iriesseswho invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS) states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from lhe Minister ,s of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to veryserious legal and financial liabJlities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consfderation when drafting the West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy 2020, which is due to be draftedprior to December 2019, as directed by Section 17D of the Conservation Act 1987. Debby Drummond Froll'.I: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:11 AM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Mike Last name: Mcclunie Organisation: westcoast dhb, greymouth, west coast, new zealand Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

Decision sought: We urge these amendments be put through under urgency giventheir sensitive nature, these amendments must be signed off in advance of OOC's proposed mid-June 2019 date for opening of track bookings. We encourage the inclusion of the promises made by the Conservation Minister to the Pike River families to be enshrined in the CMS to ensure these undertakings are protected and respected.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 52 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information suppjied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

We question why the multitude of other trails which DOC has permitted MTB on are not being documented under the proposed CMS amendment, even though they are listed as permitted MTB zones on the DOC website. Some tracks Include Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Trail, Pt Elizabeth, proposed trails such as Charleston Cycle Trail, Pounamu Trail.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

53 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

4. We support the amendments that permit and document the building ofThe Paparoa Track and Pike29 Memorial Track along with Huts. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences).

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: It is important that this track is permitted to run Races/events/ school programmes on. The West Coast economy would benefit from events and the extra tourism of mountainbikers riding this track as it was designed for. These events and activities would have less effect on the environment than the whining city dwelling greenies do as they commute to work each day in their cars.

51 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mpuntain Race Sent: Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:10 AM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Gina Last name: Geisreiter Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparo a National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area forfuture generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. 58 Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Submission: We support the creation of environrnentc1llysustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestryand ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rightsto MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been buitt. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

We question why the multitude of other trails which DOC has permitted MTB on are not being documented under the proposed CMS amendment, even though they are Jisted as permitted MTB zones on the DOC website. Some tracks include Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Trail, Pt Elizabeth, proposed trails such as Charleston Cycle Trail, Pounamu Trail.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West CoastWilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as NgatiWaewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

59 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservationdated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: Given the recent report released on the NZ environment and how serious the harm has been, it is even more critical to have good protections in place, and to do everything possible to preserve what we have and prevent further degradation.

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when draftingthe West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy 2020, which is due to be draftedprior to December 2019, as directed by Section 170 of the Conservation Act 1987.

60 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:09 AM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Steve Last name: Hobman Organisation: Postal address: Lower Hutt Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the PaparoaTrack) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. 61 Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual�purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supportinginfrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

We question why the multitude of other trails which DOC has permitted MTB on are not being documented under the proposed CMS amendment, even though they are listed as permitted MTS zones on the DOC website. Some tracks include Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Trail, Pt Elizabeth, proposed trails such as Charleston Cycle Trail, Pounamu Trail.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

62 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We_ expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through Immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: I consider that E bikes be allowed on all trails where MBs are allowed. There is no difference between the two and E bikes are not considered to be motor bike category. The E bikes open the outdoor world to the older people. They take out the gutting hill climbs. By not allowing E bikes you are advocating oldies to be inactive and consigning them to the rocking chair.

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when drafting the West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted priorto December 2019, as directed by Section 17D of the ConservationAct 1987. Debby Drummond

From: . The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:08 AM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Jo Last name: Tisch Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area forfuture generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 64 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTS events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTS trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Pfan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTS would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer serviceand over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreementis now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

We question why the multitude of other trails which DOC has permitted MTS on are not being documented under the proposed CMS amendment, even though they are listed as permitted MTB zones on the DOC website. Some tracks include Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Trail, Pt Elizabeth, proposed trails such as Charleston Cycle Trail, Pounamu Trail.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial, Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reeftontrail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

65 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTS was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a veryserious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure OOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantasticwork. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: Thank you for the opportunity to make a submission

66 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:08 AM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Mike Last name: Currie Organisation: Postal address: , Christchurch Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 70 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

S�bmission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable Jobs in the region a!. evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestryand ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to beUeve by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viabllity of the towns they run through.

71 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS) states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when draftingthe West Coast Te Tai o Poutini ConservationManagement Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as directed by Section 17D of the ConservationAct 1987.

n Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain .Race Sent: Wednesday, 15 May201911:22 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Lynne Last name: H.:irrc Organisation: Postal address: Rotorua Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section:

153 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

154 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon thP trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

155 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race < [email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, 15 May2 01911 :21 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Darlene Last name: Purdie Organisation: Postal address: , Blenheim Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section:

159 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

160 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

161 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Wednesday, 15 May2 01911:21 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Emma Last name: Dryland Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section:

162 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

163 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

164 Debby Drummond From: The Paparoa Mountain Race < [email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, 15 May2019 11:20 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Craig Last name: Jaensch Organisation: Postal address: , Glen Eden Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section:

165 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

166 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

167 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Wednesday, 15 May2019 11:18 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: James Last name: Lobb Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section:

168 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

169 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

4. We support the amendments that permit and document the building ofThe Paparoa Track and Pike29 Memorial Track along with Huts. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences).

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS) states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

170 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Wednesday, 15 May 2019 11 :17 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Nathan Last name: Potts Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 171 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

172 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: i and my friends really enjoy the old ghost road trail on our bikes and its a yearly tradition

173 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Wednesday, 15 May 2019 11 :16 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Maz Last name: Falappi Organisation: Postal address: , Corlette Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparo a National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section:

1 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 {page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones {Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

2 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

3 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Wednesday, 15 May 2019 11:16 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Chantal Last name: Whitby Organisation: Postal address: , Dunedin Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

The proposed Pike 29 M.emorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 4 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

5 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to. honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of. concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

6 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Wednesday, 15 May 2019 11 :15 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Erik Last name: van der Spek Organisation: Postal address: , Oamaru Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 7 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

We question why the multitude of other trails which DOC has permitted MTB on are not being documented under the proposed CMS amendment, even though they are listed as permitted MTB zones on the DOC website. Some tracks' include Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Trail, Pt Elizabeth, proposed trails such as Charleston Cycle Trail, Pounamu Trail.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

8 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour_ all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

9 Debby Drummond

From: Brendan Kearns Sent: Wednesday, 15 May 2019 7:49 PM To: wccms Subject: Submission regarding Paparoa Great Walk

I am submitting AGAINST the below proposal: • allow for aircraft landings on the Great Walk to support walkers and mountain bikers • allow for aircraft landings in other areas of Paparoa National Park (the Park)

I Brendan Kearns of Punakaiki object to aircraft landing within the national park and anywhere along the track from Barrytown/Blackball and Punakaiki. • This is unnecessary unless in the event of a rescue. • It would have a huge negative impact on this beautiful wilderness area. Sincerely Brendan Kearns

10 , . '. .,,.. ? I .� . � \, .(.',_ \ SuDmission Form Draft West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy amendments

Once you have completed this form Send by post to:West Coast Te Tai o Poutini CMS Submissions, Department of Conservation, Private Bag 4715, Christchurch 8140 or email to:[email protected] Submissions must be received no later than 4.00 pm, Monday 20 May 2019 Anyone may make a submission, either as an individual or on behalf of an organisation. Please ensure all sections of this form are completed. You may either use this form or prepare your own, but if preparing your own please use the same headings as in this form. A Word version of this form is available on the Department's website: www.doc.govt.nz/west-coast-cms-amendments

Submitter details:

Name of submitter or contact person: Paul Maunder Organisation name: (if on behalf of an organisation) Postal address: , Blackball 7804

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Identify the section, Explain the nature of your submission State clearly the decision sought or changes you objective, outcome, stating whether you support or oppose would like to see. Please be as precise as policy, milestone, table or the approach in the draft Plan. Please possible. For example: map that your provide brief reasons. - if supporting: 'retain Policy X' submission relates to. - if opposing: 'delete Policy X' - if seeking changes 'reword PolicyX to ... (give suggested wording)

Aircraft access to Paparoa Great Walk. Two concessions allowing 5 landings per day per hut is far too many. That potentially means 30 flights over Blackball per day, perhaps one every 20 minutes. This will not be tolerable or tolerated by residents.

Change required: 2 concessions, x 2 trips a day (morning and afternoon) which will include each hut if required. Please continue on a separate sheet if required.

Further information can be appended to your submission. If you are sending this submission electronically, we accept the following formats - Microsoft Word, Text, PDF and JPG. The file must not be more than 30 MB. Debby Drummond From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: <;unday, 1g May ?019 6:51 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: John Last name: Scott Organisation: , Onehunga Postal address: Auckland Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections l. We supportthe inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the protection of the Paparoa National Park. Section: Section 1.2 (page 3), Section 1.2.2 (page 4), Section 4.2.S.1 (page 229) plus Maps 1,13,14 and 15 plus Table 3 page 118. ------

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area forfuture generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial forthe families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

73 Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supportinginfrastructure forThe Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand built by thousands of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements. We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation datedthe 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause In the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure OOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: Responsibly conducted group events in the wilderness are a valid and important activity. We need to encourage New Zealanders to be more physically active and engage with the wilderness and this is one significant way this occurs.

75 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Sunday, 19 May 2019 6:50 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Heather Last name: Mayer Organisation: Postal address: Eketahuna 4994 Mobile: Email address:

l. We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the protection of the Paparoa National Park. Section: Section 1.2 (page 3), Section 1.2.2 (page 4), Section 4.2.5,1 (page 229) plus Maps 1,13,14 and 15 plus Table 3 page 118.

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally signfficant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River, Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

79 Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

3. We support the amendment to add the Old Ghost Road, Heaphy, and Paparoa Tracks to the permitted MTB ride list. Section: Section 3.6.1.4 Backcountry-remote zone (Page 122} The addition of: The Paparoa Track (from Blackball Creek to Punakaiki) and Pike29 Memorial Track (from Pike Mine Road to the Paparoa Track) as structures in The Paparoa National Park.

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer serviceand over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used forMTB over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

80 We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memori,al Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservationdated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It {the CMS} states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when drafting the West Coast Te Tai o Poutini ConservationManagement Strategy 2020, which ls due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as directed by Section 17D of the ConservationAct 1987.

81 Debby Drummond From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Sunday, 19 May 2019 6:49 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Peter Last name: Pohl Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertakingpromised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition.These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunityfor more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112). 82 Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTS events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. AO of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTS trail, without MTS access the trail would have never been bullt. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTS during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

We question why the multitude of other trails which DOC has permitted MTB on are not being documented under the proposed CMS amendment, even though they are listed as permitted MTS zones on the DOC website. Some tracks include Reefton tra+I network, West Coast Wilderness Trail, Pt Elizabeth, proposed traits, such as Charleston Cycle Trail, Pounamu Trail.

We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

83 We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertakenwithout reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS) states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a veryserious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of theCMS, DOC are potentially exposed tovery serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: Paparoa track management:

Strongly object to any helicopter dropoff or uplift provisions - that is completely against the intent of the DOC act : to maintain the backcountry ecosysytems for future generations. If helo dropoffs are allowed (maximum of one per day) there should be a substantial fee paid to Doc for maintenance - say hut fees for both huts per individual. Note: European prime tourist areas are protected: often no helicopter access except for rescues and a maximum of two instances per YEAR for combined maintenance,administrative and resupply missions. Overflights are also not permitted or limited to no closer than 3000ft/1km above the area.

Commercial concessions should be financially beneficial to DOC - would suggest a minimum charge of double total hut fees per person.

Commercial events along the lines of the Coast to Coast should be limited to one or two days per year - again with charge of say hut fees for each individual taking part.

Note that in USA there are major restructurings happening in some parks: No driving access - parking only outside of parks with only limited shuttle access to avoid overcrowding.Previous buildings and infrastructure have also been removed as they have contributed to a deteriorated visitor experience.

On a more positive note • suggest you encourage a preferred direction of track use : Milford track is effectively one way which means that although there may be up to nearly 100 on the track each day you only interact with a few at your own pace - not like walking on a main street in town.

Regards

84 Peter Pohl

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when drafting the West Coast Te Tai o Poutini ConservationManagement Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as direttetl l.JySetlion 17D of the ConservationAct 1987.

85 Debby Drummond

From: [email protected] Sent: Sunday, 19 May 2019 6:49 PM To: wccms Subject: Fwd: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Maya Last name: Ellery Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

1. We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the protection of the Paparoa National Park. Section Section 1.2 (page 3), Section 1.2.2 (page 4), Section 4.2.5.1 (page 229) plus Maps 1,13,14 and 15 plus Table 3 page 118. Submission We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS. Decision sought We urge these amendments be put through under urgency given their sensitive nature, these amendments must be signed off in advance of DOC's proposed mid-June 2019 date for opening of track bookings. We encourage the inclusion of the promises made by the Conservation Minister to the Pike River families to be enshrined in the CMS to ensure these undertakings are protected and respected. The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events.

Section 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112). Submission We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestry and ex-

86 mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events. Decision sought We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances.

3. We support the amendment to add lllf:! Ole.I Ghost Road, I leaphy, and Pupilroil Track� to the permitted MTB ride list.

Section Section 3.6.1.4 Backcountry-remote zone (Page 122) The addition of: The Paparoa Track (from Blackball Creek to Punakaiki) and Pike29 Memorial Track (from Pike Mine Road to the Paparoa Track) as structures in The Paparoa National Park. Submission We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one. The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS. The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected. We question why the multitude of other trails which DOC has permitted MTB on are not being documented under the proposed CMS amendment, even though they are listed as permitted MTB zones on the DOC website. Some tracks include Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Trail, Pt Elizabeth, proposed trails such as Charleston Cycle Trail, Pounamu Trail. Decision sought We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through. We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements. We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was perm:ltted upon the trails.

4. We support the amendments that permit and document the building of The Paparoa Track and Pike29 Memorial Track along with Huts.

Section 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences). Submission We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS) states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct Instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go

87 on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised. Decision sought We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions.

Petitioner own comments: Petition agrees duplicate submission: To avoid duplication in submissions I wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when drafting the 2020-2030 which is due for drafting prior to December 2019 as per directive under the Conservation Act.

88 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Sunday, 19 May 2019 6:48 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Michele last name: Laing Organisation: Postal address: Christchurch Mobile: Email address:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112). 92 Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTS events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The P.iparoaVic;ion <;tatPment2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

3. We support the amendment to add the Old Ghost Road, Heaphy, and Paparoa Tracks to the permitted MTB ride list. Section: Section 3.6.1.4 Sackcountry-remote zone (Page 122) The addition of: The Paparoa Track (from Blackball Creek to Punakaiki) and Pike29 Memorial Track (from Pike Mine Road to the Paparoa Track) as structures in The Paparoa National Park.

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTS trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supportinginfrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTS would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTSers would be permitted on the trail. Partieswere led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTS over the years and is a globally significant MTS trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

93 We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on informationsupplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

4. We support the amendments that permit and document the building ofThe Paparoa Track and Pike29 Memorial Track along with Huts. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences).

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a veryserious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when draftingthe West Coast Te Tai o Poutini ConservationManagement Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as directed by Section 170 of the Conservation Act 1987.

94 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Sunday, 1q Mc1y 2019 6:47 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Jill last name: Spooner Organisation: Individual Postal address: , Blenheim Mobile: Email address:

1. We support the inclusion of the Pike River VaUey into the protection of the Paparoa National Park. Section: Section 1.2 (page 3), Section 1.2.2 (page 4), Section 4.2.5.1 (page 229) plus Maps 1,13,14 and 15 plus Table 3 page 118.

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

95 Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTS would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

96 We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? VP<;, IAgree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It (the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromise,;thP ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure OOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: I am a tramper and trail runner, not a mountain biker.

These mountain bike tracks and trail running events are exposing many more NZers and visitors to our wonderful outdoors and they facilitate community involvement in trapping and protecting native species.

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when drafting the West Coast Te Tai o Poutini ConservationManagement Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as directed by Section 17D of the Conservation Act 1987.

97 Debby Drummond

From: [email protected] Sent: Sunday, 19 May 2019 6:47 PM To: wccms Subject Fwd: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Adele Last name: Coll Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections: l. We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the protection of the Paparoa National Park. Section Section 1.2 (page 3), Section 1.2.2 (page 4), Section 4.2.5.l (page 229) plus Maps 1,13,14 and 15 plus Table 3 page 118. Submission We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS. Decision sought We urge these amendments be put through under urgency given their sensitive nature, these amendments must be signed off in advance of DOC'S proposed mid-June 2019 date for opening of track bookings. We encourage the inclusion of the promises made by the Conservation Minister to the Pike River families to be enshrined in the CMS to ensure these undertakings are protected and respected. The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events.

Section 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.l Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112). Submission We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We

98 point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events. Decision sought We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances.

3. We support the amendment to add the Old Ghost Road, Heaphy, and Paparoa Tracks to the permitted MTB ride list.

Section Section 3.6.1.4 Backcountry-remote zone (Page 122) The addition of: The Paparoa Track (from Blackball Creek to Punakaiki) and Pike29 Memorial Track (from Pike Mine Road to the Paparoa Track) as structures in The Paparoa National Park. Submission We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one. The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thou�cuu.ls of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS. The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected. We question why the multitude of other trails which DOC has permitted MTB on are not being documented under the proposed CMS amendment, even though they are listed as permitted MTB zones on the DOC website. Some tracks include Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Trail, Pt Elizabeth, proposed trails such as Charleston Cycle Trail, Pounamu Trail. Decision sought We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through. We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements. We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails.

4. We support the amendments that permit and document the building of The Paparoa Track and Pike29 Memorial Track along with Huts.

99 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised. Decision sought We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions.

Petitioner own comments: I can't wait to be able to mountain bike this track We are always respectful of our tracks Please ensure this can be done

Petition agrees duplicate submission: To avoid duplication in submissions I wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when drafting the 2020-2030 which is due for drafting prior to December 2019 as per directive under the Conservation Act.

100 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Sunday, 1 q May ?019 6:46 PM To: wccms Subjec:t FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Hugh Last name: Wyn-Harris Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

1. We supportthe inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the protection of the Paparoa National Park. Section: Section 1.2 (page 3), Section 1.2.2 (page 4), Section 4.2.5.1 (page 229) plus Maps 1,13,14 and 15 plus Table 3 page 118.

Submission: We support the Inclusion of the Pike River Valley lnto the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112). 101 Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trailnetwork, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

102 We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. OoPc;thP c;uhmitteragree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservationdated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It (the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months beforehut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Oedsion sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to veryserious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission Into consrderation when drafting the West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation ManagementStrategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as directed by Section 17D of the Conservation Act 1987.

103 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: "unciay, 19 May 2019 6:46 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Jack Last name: Beeby Organisation: Party shirts worldwide Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

107 Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestryand ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

108 We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to veryserious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: Let the kids play

109 Debby Drummond From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Sunday, 19 May 2019 6:45 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Brad Last name: Davos Organisation: Na Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

Decision sought: We urge these amendments be put through under urgency given their sensitive nature, these amendments must be signed off in advance of OOC's proposed mid-June 2019 date for opening of track bookings. We encourage the inclusion of the promises made by the Conservation Minister to the Pike River families to be enshrined in the CMS to ensure these undertakings are protected and respected.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunityfor more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112). 110 Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vi,;ionStatement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing mdintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestryand ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTS trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting ;nfrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTS would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTS over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

Ill We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on informationsupplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS) states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when draftingthe West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy 2020, which is due to be draftedprior to December 2019, as directed by Section 170 of the ConservationAct 1987.

112 HERITAGE NEW ZEALAND POUHERE TAONGA

S:\Archaeology\Archaeological Authorities

15 May 2019 File ref: 2019/654EM4 11013-074

Lisa Mead Trustpower Ltd 108 Durham Street Tauranga 3143

Dear Lisa,

APPLICATION FOR ARCHAEOLOGICAL AUTHORITY UNDER HERITAGE NEW ZEALAND POUHERE TAONGA ACT 2014: Authority no. 2019/654EM4: J33/67, Lake Kaniere to Kennedy Creek, Hokitika, Westland District

Thank you for your application for an archaeological authority which has been granted and is attached.

In considering this application, Heritage New Zealand Pou here Taonga notes that you wish to carry out repairs of damaged sections of the Kaniere Water Race and adjacent race man's track at seven locations between Lake Kaniere and Kennedy Creek, Hokitika, Westland District. These sections were damaged during the severe weather event in late March 2019. As the water race still functions as a power source, providing over 100 properties within Westland District with electricity, it is essential these sections are repaired urgently to restore the race to full capacity. This activity will affect a recorded archaeological site.

The Kaniere Water Race and adjacent race man's track were originally constructed in 1875 to supply water for gold mining claims at Kaniere Forks. It supplied a varying number of hydraulic sluicing claims in the area with water until 1909, when it was incorporated in the Kaniere Forks power scheme. Today it is still being used to generate power for the local market. Although the race and track have been modified in the past, they still possess important archaeological and heritage values. It is an excellent and relatively intact example of a large pre-1900 gold mining water race that was incorporated into a power scheme in the twentieth century and still operates as such today. Additionally, the race man's track is actively promoted as a walking track by the Department of Conservation, in part because of its heritage values. As such, it has been well maintained and is an easily accessible example of such an early engineering feat.

Please inform tangata the s45 approved person and Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga of start and finish dates for the work.

If you have any queries please direct your response in the first instance to:

Frank van der Heijden Senior Archaeologist Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, Christchurch Office PO Box 4403, Christchurch 8140

[ii (64 4) 472 4341 ElNational Office, Antrim House, 63 Boulcott Street El PO Box 2629, Wellington 6140 rzlheritage.org.nz Phone (03) 357 9615 Email [email protected]

Yours sincerely,

Vanessa Tanner Manager Archaeology cc: Lisa Mead, Trustpower Ltd via email at [email protected]

cc: Kim Tatton, Clough & Associates Ltd via email at [email protected]

cc: Department of Conservation, West Coast Te Tai o Poutini via email at [email protected]

cc: Planning Manager Westland District Council via email at [email protected]

Pursuant to Section 51 Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014 Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga must notify TLAs of any decision made on an application to modify or destroy an archaeological site. We recommend that this advice is placed on the appropriate property file for future reference.

cc: Ministry for Culture and Heritage via email at [email protected]

Pursuant to Section 51 Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014

cc: NZAA Central Filekeeper c/o DOC, WELLINGTON Attn: Nicola Molloy via email at [email protected]

cc: Heritage New Zealand Pou here Taonga Senior Archaeologist, Frank van der Heijden

cc: Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Area Manager, Dr Christine Whybrew

cc: Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Pouarahi, Huia Pacey � HERITAGE NEW ZEALAND Ll1!IIfill!It] POUHERE TAONGA � AUTHORITY Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014

AUTHORITY NO: 2019/654EM4 FILE REF: 11013-074

DETERMINATION DATE: 15 May 2019 EXPIRY DATE: 15 May 2020

AUTHORITY HOLDER: Trustpower Ltd

POSTAL ADDRESS: Lisa Mead, Trustpower Ltd, 108 Durham Street, Tauranga 3143

ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES: J33/67

LOCATION: Lake Kaniere to Kennedy Creek, Hokitika, Westland District

APPROVED ARCHAEOLOGIST: Kim Tatton

DETERMINATION

Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga grants an emergency authority pursuant to Section 62 of the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014, within the area specified as Gazetted Department of Conservation Reserve: Pts Reserve 1411, 1622, and 1667 to Trustpower Ltd for the proposal to repair and reinstate the water race and race man's track at locations WRl, WR2 , WR3, WR4 and LKl, LK2, and LK3, between Lake Kaniere and Kennedy Creek, Hokitika, Westland District, subject to the following conditions:

CONDITIONS OF AUTHORITY

1. The authority holder must ensure that all contractors working on the project are briefed on site by the approved archaeologist prior to any works commencing on the archaeological work required by the conditions of this authority, to ensure that the authority conditions are complied with.

2. Prior to the start of any on-site archaeological work, the Authority Holder must ensure that Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga is advised of the date when work will begin. This advice must be provided at least 2 working days before work starts. The Authority Holder must also ensure that Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga are advised of the completion of the on-site archaeological work, within 5 working days of completion.

3. The authority must be exercised in accordance with the repair methodologies outlined on pp 14-25 of the archaeological assessment (K. Tatton and R. Clough, May 2019, 'Kaniere Water Race Repairs, Kaniere Forks Hokitika: Archaeological Assessment', unpublished report for Trust Power Ltd).attached to the authority application, and any changes to the repair methodologies require the prior written agreement of Heritage New Zealand rouhcre Taonga.

4. All earthworks that may affect any archaeological sites must be monitored by an archaeologist approved by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, and any archaeological evidence encountered during the exercise of this authority must be investigated, recorded and analysed in accordance with current archaeological practice.

5. All repair works and changes made to the water race or track must be fully documented aml reµurled on in tile firrnl report (condition 8).

6. The authority holder must ensure that if any possible taonga or Maori artefacts, or sites of Maori origin are encountered, all work should cease within 20 metres of the discovery. The Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Archaeologist and Ngati Waewae must be advised immediately and no further work in the area may take place until they have responded. This condition is not a statement of mana whenua status.

7. Within 20 working days of the completion of the on-site archaeological work associated with this authority, NZAA Site Record Form J33/67 must be updated based on current archaeological practice (condition 4) and submitted to the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Archaeologist and the NZAA Site Recording Scheme.

8. That within 3 months of the completion of the on-site archaeological work, the authority holder shall ensure that a final report, completed to the satisfaction of Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, is submitted to the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Archaeologist.

a) One hard copy and one digital copy of the final report are to be sent to the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Archaeologist. b) Digital copies of the final report must also be sent to: the NZAA Central Filekeeper, Hokitika Museum, and the Department of Conservation.

APPROVED ARCHAEOLOGIST

Pursuant to clause 61(3) of the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014, Kim Tatton, with such assistants as may be necessary, is approved by Heritage New Zealand to carry out any archaeological work required as a condition of this authority, and to compile and submit a report on the work done.

Signed for and on behalf of Heritage New Zealand.

Claire Craig Deputy Chief Executive Policy, Strategy and Corporate Services Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga PO Box 2629 WELLINGTON 6140

Date 15 May 2019 ADVICE NOTES

Contact details for Heritage NGilw Zealand Senior Archaf'ologi�t

Frank van der Heijden Senior Archaeologist Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, Christchurch Office PO Box 4403, Christchurch 8140

Phone (03) 357 9615 Email [email protected]

Current Archaeological Practice Current archaeological practice may include, but is not limited to, the production of maps/ plans/ measured drawings of site location and extent; excavation, section and artefact drawings; sampling, identification and analysis of fauna I and floral remains and modified soils; radiocarbon dating of samples; the management of taonga t0turu and archaeological material; the completion of a final report and the updating of existing (or creation of new) site record forms to submit to the NZAA Site Recording Scheme. The final report shall include, but may not be limited to, site plans, section drawings, photographs, inventory of material recovered, including a catalogue of artefacts, location of where the material is currently held, and analysis of recovered material.

Please note that where one is required, an interim report should contain a written summary outlining the archaeological work undertaken, the preliminary results, and the approximate percentage of archaeological material remaining in-situ and a plan showing areas subject to earthworks, areas monitored and the location and extent of any archaeological sites affected or avoided.

Rights of Appeal An appeal to the Environment Court may be made by tangata whenua on a matter of culture or tradition against this decision or any conditions. The notice of appeal should state the reasons for the appeal and the relief sought and any matters referred to in section 59 of the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014. The notice of appeal must be lodged with the Environment Court and served on Heritage New Zealand within 14 days of receiving Heritage New Zealand's decision, and served on the applicant or owner within three days of lodging the appeal.

Non-compliance with conditions Note that failure to comply with any of the conditions of this authority is a criminal offence and is liable to a penalty of up to $120,000 (Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014, section 88).

Costs The authority holder shall meet all costs incurred during the exercise of this authority. This includes all on-site work, post fieldwork analysis, radiocarbon dates, specialist analysis and preparation of interim and final reports.

Guideline Series Guidelines referred to in this document are available on the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga website: http://www.heritage.org.nz The Protected Objects Act 1975 The Ministry for Culture and Heritage ("the Ministry") administers the Protected Objects Act 1975 which regulates the sale, trade and ownership of taonga t0turu.

If a taonga t0turu is found during the course of an archaeological authority, the Ministry or the nearest public museum must be notified of the find within 28 days of the completion of the field work.

Breaches of this requirement are an offence and may result in a fine of up to $10,000 for each taonga tOturu for an individual, and of up to $20,000 for a body corporate.

For further information please visit the Ministry's website at http://www.mch.govt.nz/nz identity-heritage/protected-objects. HERITAGE NEW ZEALAND POUHERE TAONGA NOW YOU'VE GOT YOUR AUTHORITY-WHAT NEXT?

YOU HAVE RECEIVED AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL AUTHORITY FROM HERITAGE NEW ZEALAND POU HERE TAONGA BECAUSE YOU ARE PLANNING WORK THAT MAY AFFECT AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE. THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT. HERITAGE NEW ZEALAND WANTS TO SEE THE BEST OUTCOME FOR THE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES INVOLVED AND TO HELP ENSURE THAT YOUR PROJECT RUNS SMOOTHLY. ANSWERS TO COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE AUTHORITY ARE PROVIDED HERE. IF YOU HAVE OTHER QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL THE REGIONAL ARCHAEOLOGIST IN THE OFFICE NEAREST YOU.

COMPLYINGWITH AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL AUTHORITY-AUGUST 2014 WHY COMPLY? 15 WORKING DAYS STAND-DOWN PERIOD START AND FINISH DATES Archaeological sites are an irreplaceable part of our heritage You may not start work under your authority until you have waited Please inform :...Jerit2geNew Zealand when on site archaeological and, although our history is short, it is rich, varied and unique, 15 working days (plus 3 days to allow for receipt by all parties by work will commence, and is completed so that we can undertake and belongs to all New Zealanders. What we discover from post) or until any appeal that has been lodged is resolved. The compliance ard update our records. archaeological sites helps us to better understand our past and to appeal period is part of the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga MINISTRY ::oR CULTURE AND HERITAGE learn from it. By complying with your authority conditions you help Act 2014 which means we do not have the discretion to waive it. to add to our knowledge, and help us to preserve our heritage for Heritage New Zealand is required to send a copy of the authority APPEALING THE DECISION the future. decision to the Ministry for Culture and Heritage. This is to ersure The Heritage New Zealand Pouhere TaongaAct 2014 allows that any artefacts recovered from the excavation are handled under We take compliance seriously and the Heritage New Zealand any person directly affected by a decision to appeal it to the the provisiono of the Protected Objects Act 1975 Pouhere Taonga Act 2014 has strong provisions for non-compliance Environment Court. In the past, the Court has taken a narrow (see www.mch.govt.nz/protected-objects/index.html). with authority conditions. It is a criminal offence to breach the interpretation of people "directly affected", but noted that it conditions of an authority, and you could be penalised with a fine of SITE SECURITY relates to the particular circumstances of each case. It does not up to $120,000. include strong feelings or personal attachment to an area, or living Consider the oecurity of the site from trespassers and whether READ YOUR AUTHORITY CONDITIONS CAREFULLY or working close by. Appeals can be made by any person with a this is likely tc be an issue on your property. Historic si_tes in urban proprietorial interest in the land, the applicant for the authority, environments are more likely to be the target of vandals, particularly When authorities are granted, they contain a list of conditions or tangata whenua. There are other special circumstances where if there is potentialfor them to contair valuable artefacts. which must be followed. Make sure you understand what the the views of people without a proprietorial interest in the land will conditions mean and if you have any questions contact the TIMING IS EVERYTHING be considered based on the evidence of the case. Regional Archaeologist. Their contact details will be printed on the Allow plenty ,:,ftime to schedule the work that your approved authority decision. You can also talk through the conditions with Appeals should be made in writing stating the reasons for the archaeologist will undertake. For bigger projects this is partiularly your approved archaeologist. appeal and the relief sought. The appeal must be lodged with important be:ause �he approved archaeologist may need to the Environment Court and served on the Heritage New Zealand APPROVED ARCHAEOLOGIST organise a te2m of field workers to help with the investigation. within 15 working days of receipt of the authority decision. If your Archaeologists normally work on a number of projects at one time The archaeological conditions of the authority must be carried out authority is appealed, you must be served with the appeal notice across the country, so ensuring that resources are in place well in by an archaeologist approved in writing by Heritage New Zealand within five working days of it being lodged with the Court advance will 'ielpavoid delays to your plans. before work starts. Check the authority decision to ensure that your (see www.justice.govt.nz/courts/environment-court). nominated archaeologist has been approved. HERITAGE NEW ZEALAND POU HERE TAONGA SITE VISIT If you change your archaeologist you must have the new person approved by Heritage New Zealand before you start work. Heritage Nev- Zealand staff may organise a site visit while the archaeological investigation is being undertaken to ensure that REVIEW OF CONDITIONS the conditionsof the authority are being met. If there are any Authority holders may apply to Heritage New Zealand to change or issues with compli2nce, the Regional Archaeclogist will cont3ct the cancel any of the authority conditions. You must state the details of authority holjer to discuss them. the authority, the area of land involved, the conditions opposed and the reasons for the application for a review. Heritage New Zealand will consider the documentation and provide a written response. IMAGES: Cover imag'::Remains of old gold miners town at Logantown, Bendigo, (IMAGE: ARl'OGASTEIGER) 0 Tahei, neck;ace, circa 1150, associated iwi, Hokonui RQnanga (IMAGE: SOCTHLAND MUSEUM) 8 Archaeolog sts on site (IMAGE: ARNO GASTEIGER)

Submission Form Draft West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy amendments

Once you have completed this form Send by post to: West Coast Te Tai o Poutini CMS Submissions, Department of Conservation, Private Bag 4715, Christchurch 8140 or email to: [email protected] Submissions must be received no later than 4.00 pm, Monday 20 May 2019 Anyone may make a submission, either as an individual or on behalf of an organisation. Please ensure all sections of this form are completed. You may either use this form or prepare your own, but if preparing your own please use the same headings as in this form.A Word version of this formis available on the Department's website: www.doc.govt.nz/west coast-cms-amendments

Submitter details:

Nichola Costley Name of submitter or contact person:

Organisation name: West Coast Mayors and Chairs Forum (if on behalfof an organisation) Postal address: Cl- West Coast Regional Council PO Box 66 Greymouth 7840

Telephone number: (the best number to contact you on) [email protected] Email:

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Department of Conservation Te PapaAtawhai New Zealand Government Your submission is submitted as part of a public process and once received by the Department it is subject to the provisions of the Privacy Act 1993 and the Official Information Act 1982. The Department may post your submission on its website, and make it available to departmental staff, any consultant used, the West Coast Tai Poutini Conservation Board and the New Zealand Conservation Authority. Your submission may be made available to any member of the pub1i following a request made under the Official InformationAct 1982. Submission: Section: Submission: Decision sought: Identify the section, Explain the nature of your submission State clearly the decision sought or changes you objective, outcome, stating whether you support or oppose would like to see. Please be as precise as policy, milestone, table or the approach in the draft Plan. Please possible. For example: map that your submission provide brief reasons. - ifsupporting: 'retain Policy X' relates to. - ifopposing: 'delete Policy X' -· ifseeking changes 'reword Policy X to ... ( give suggested wording)

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14 May 2019

Mark Davies Director Operations, Western South Island Region Department of Conservation By Email:[email protected] Cc: [email protected]

Dear Mark,

Submission on the proposed amendments to the West Coast Te Tai Poutini Conservation Management Strategy 2010

We write in our capacity as the Mayors of the Buller, Grey and Westland District Councils and the Chairs of the West Coast Regional Council, Development West Coast and Te RQnanga o Ngati Waewae. Our submission relates to the proposed amendments to the West Coast Te Tai Poutini Conservation Management Strategy 2010 (CMS).

We understand that the proposed amendments are to ensure that the Paparoa National Park Management Plan (2017) (PNPP) is consistent with the CMS, and to ensure that the southern end of the Paparoa Track that lies outside of the national park, is managed in a consistent way with that partof the track that is within the national park.

Unfortunately, various planning documents can become out of sync over time resulting in minor consistency issues between the hierarchy of strategies and plans. There have been a number of events, changes in patterns of use and development of new tracks since these documents were originally prepared and we support the approach to align the CMS to the PNPP.

Use of e-bikes on the Paparoa and Pike29 Memorial Tracks The West Coast Mayors, Chairs and lwi Group supports the use of e-bikes on the Paparoa Track. The PNPP includes a policy (Policy 18 in Ti Kouka Place), that the Department will undertake a full analysis of whether to allow e-bikes on the Paparoa and Pike29 Memorial Tracks. Mileston 5 (Ti Kouka Place) commits the Department to completing the analysis by the end of 2021. We note that the Pike29 Memorial Track was always intended to be a multi-use track.

Action sought - We seek that the Department accelerates the analysis of e-bike suitability for these tracks.

National review on the use of e-bikes in national parks We consider e-bikes to be the way of the future in regards to mountain bike use, and purchase patterns, particularly by those in the 50+-age bracket, highlights the growth in this activity. The West Coast is seeing a greater number of people drawn to the region to undertake cycling activity amongst the untamed natural wilderness of the region. The use of e-bikes allows for those people with a lesser ability to enjoy and access the same opportunities and experiences as others.

Posto/ oddress: c/- The West Coost Regional Council PO Box 66 Greymouth 7840 E ��AS1; WUNTAMED ..ST NATURALCD WILDERNESS�I'; E-bikes have certain limitations and a small environmental footprint, and as such, may provide for reduced maintenance on tracks where used in comparison to the standard mountain bike. E Bikes are generally pedal-assist or. muscle assist meaning the rider must be peddling for the electric motor to engage. E bikes resemble traditional bicycles in both appearance and operation, and do not function similarly to mopeds, scooters or other motorised vehicles. The use of e-bikes in national parks in general, is a conversation that needs to be had nationally.

Action sought - We seek that the Department escalates to a national level a discussion around the use of e-bikes in national parks across New Zealand.

Tracks to be added to Table 5 We support the addition of the Heaphy Track and Old Ghost Road being added to Table 5: Roads and tracks available for non-powered vehicle use, to acknowledge existing mountain bike use on these tracks. We would note however, that we also support the use of e-bikes on these tracks and hence the action sought around escalating and accelerating a national discussion in regards to the use of e-bikes.

In addition to the Heaphy Track and Old Ghost Road, we also seek the inclusion of the West Coast Wilderness Trail to Table 5.

We look forward to a sensible and practical approach taken on this matter for the West Coast.

Yours sincerely

Garry Howard Tony Kokshoorn Francois Tumahai Buller District Council Grey District Council Te ROnanga o Ngati Waewae

Bruce Smith Renee Rooney West Coast Regional Council Westland District Council Development West Coast

Postal address: c/- The West Coast Regional Council PO Box 66 1 Greymouth 7840 E W·s1coUNTAMED NATURAL�ttAS1; WILDERNESS�l' Submission on the Draft West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy amendments. The proposed amendment process is flawed

I do not support any amendments that would allow:

• aircraft landings in Paparoa National Park or on the Paparoa Great Walk

• sporting and other competitive events in Paparoa National Park or on the Great Walk

• an exemption that provides for group sizes of up to 50 people for periodic tour parties within the front country zones identified in the Paparoa National Park management plan

I have spoken with people whom have spent large amounts of time in National Parks overseas where helicopters are flying in big numbers. The noise pollution in a place of unique and peaceful surrounds completely destroyed the experience for the visitors, but also for the natural residents of the territory.

National Parks are preserved for their natural values above all else. Paparoa National Park is recognised as a premier example of natural New Zealand, as a sanctuary for indigenous plants and animals and as a place renowned for natural quiet. The park's back country is valued for low-impact, nature-based, passive recreational activities. The proposed changes would be against these values.

I do not wish to be heard at the hearing.

Fiona McDonald

Once you have completed this form Send by post to: West Coast Te Tai o Poutini CMS Submissions, Department of Conservation, Private Bag 4715, Christchurch 8140 or email to: [email protected]

Submissions must be received no later- than 4.00 pin, Monday 20 May 2019 Anyone may make a submission, either as an individual or on behalf of an organisation. Please ensure all sections of this form are completed. You may either use this form or prepare your own, but if preparing your own please use the same headings as in this form. A Word version of this form is available on the Department's website: www.doc.govt.nz/west-coast-cms-amendments

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Name of submitter or contact person: Tony Walton Organisation name: Auckland Tramping Club (if on behalf of an organisation) Postal address: Shortland St Auckland 1140

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(the best number to contact you on) Email: [email protected] D I wish to be heard in support of my submission (thismeans you ean speak at a hearing) D I do not wish to be heard in support of my submission (tick one box)

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Submission:

Section: Submission: Decision sought: Identifythe section, Explain the nature of your submission stating State clearly the decision sought or objective, outcome, whether you support or oppose the approach in changes you would like to see. Please policy, milestone, table or the draft Plan. Please provide brief reasons. be as precise as possible. For map that your example: submission relates to. - if supporting: 'retain Policy X' - if opposing: 'delete Policy X' - if seeking changes 'reword PolicyX to ... (give suggested wording)

Explanation of We are strongly opposed to recreational Do not provide facilities or Amendment aircraft access to intermediate points along a permissions for recreational aircraft track on grounds of noise disturbance, safety, landings at intermediate points along and the introduction of recreational users who the Paparoa Track and the Pike29 have different objectives than all other track Memorial Track users from the enjoyment of the full track Cyclists whose sole objective is to cycle downhill rapidly on a combined cycling/ walking use track are a hazard and disturbance to the other users of the track and pose a significant safety issue to all track users

3.6-4.2 Aircraft (page 129, It is premature to use this amendment to 2nd paragraph, 4th and permit aircraft landings for recreation purposes 5th sentences) in Paparoa National Park, given that it is not permitted by the existing Management Plan or the current CMS Natural quiet in parks is extremely valuable for an appreciation of the parks, but is constantly being eroded for commercial gain Given the Great Walk is being created as a lasting memorial to the miners that died, non essential aircraft noise is disrespectful to their memory and disruptive for those who will be there to observe that memory 3.6-4 Policies 4 c. While points a and b can be read to cover Do not include Policy 4 c essential flights, point c is targeted at casual recreation flights and should be excluded. It is close enough to the National Park to be covered by the recreational aircraft provisions of the CMS. See other comments above There is no other Great Walk where trampers or cyclists are able to be transported to or fro by helicopter, and this approach should not be introduced here via stealth as amendments to a National Park plan. This detracts completely from the current Great Walk experience

3.6-4 Policies 4A As per above comments, we disagree strongly Do not include Policy 4A with aircraft concessions for recreation use part way into a track

The proposed aircraft flights are counter to This clause can stand and have "minimising aircraft noise" meaning if the above changes are implemented and recreational aircraft flights are not permitted to intermediate points on the track

4.2.3.7 (page 215, 1st This deletion should not occur , as the Revised wording "Other than vehicle paragraph, 2nd sentence prohibition on aircraft should remain. The use (see Section 3.6-4.17) of the addition re allowing aircraft should be removed Bullock Creek public road and Perseverance Road (the latter is located in Inangahua Place), the Park is free of activities involving vehicles, including aircraft; however, mountain biking opportunities are available on specified roads or tracks identified in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan."

4.2.3.7 pages 215 - 216, As above, provisions for allowing recreational Revert these sentences to their pre 2nd paragraph, 2nd - 5th aircraft should not be included changed version sentences

4.2.3.7 page 216, 2nd As above, provisions for allowing recreational Revert this sentence to its pre paragraph 1st sentence aircraft should not be included changed version 4.2.5.6 (page237 , 5th As above, provisions for allowing recreational Revert this sentence to its pre paragraph, 1st sentence aircraft should not be included changed version

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Submission to: Draft West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy 2010 amendments

Introduction: The Grey District Council provides its support to the Department of Conservation for the amendments to the policy as detailed in the submission. The changes will allow the Grey District and its communities to benefit significantly from the positive economic development opportunities the Paparoa Great Walk and Pike 29 Memorial track will bring to our district.

Submission: 1. The Grey District Council supports changes to:

• Section 3.6.1.4, policies 2.a iv to add wording: or sporting and other competitive events. • Section 3.6.4.9 Non- powered vehicles (mountain biking) The Paparoa Track and Pike River Memorial Track and Croesus Track be added. • Paparoa National Park 2020 Section 4.2.3.2 will have additional wording added that states that controlled sporting and other competitive events to be added.

2. That the Department of Conservation considers the opportunities and effects for communities in the Grey District affectedby the increase of aircraftactivity in the areas servicing The Paparoa Great Walk and Pike 29 Memorial Track.

3. The Grey District Council would also like to take the opportunity to express the community desire to have E-Bike usage on the Paparoa Great Walk, and there be consideration given for this addition at this time. In this regard we support the submission from the West Coast Mayors and Chairs Forum.

In summary The Grey District Council strongly supports that events be enabled on The Paparoa Great Walk and Pike Memorial Track, given the significant economic development opportunities from the likelihood of professionally run events on these tracks. We understand that the Department of Conservation has rigorous processes and measures for control and consideration of the environment where such events take place.

The Grey District has experienced many years of decline in its traditional industries, therefore we support The Paparoa Great Walk and Pike Memorial Track as being an opportunity for economic benefit through bringing visitors and tourism to our district. We would also support the Department of Conservation considering the allowance of two events per annum being increased, thus bringing in more events and increased district wide associated income. The Grey District Council understands that The Paparoa Great Walk is the first fully dual-purpose Great Walk in New Zealand. With this, it brings extraordinary opportunities for the Grey District to bring competitive biking events as a first on a Great Walk in this country. This is a stunning opportunity to bring real and lasting economic benefit to a district that has had many knocks over the last 9-10 years.

The Kepler Challenge and The Old Ghost Road Ultra are both outstanding examples of events held that foster economic development in their local communities. In the 2018 financial year The Kepler Challenge charitable organisation received $172,163 as income from the event for the community and The Old Ghost Road Ultra entry fees increased 58% from 2017 to 2018. This effect magnifies when you add the bed nights, retail spend, media exposure and other opportunities the Grey District would likely see replicated from events enabled on The Paparoa Great Walk.

We also note that it is, and has been since the November 2015 announcement, the desire of The Pike River Families Group Committee and the Department of Conservation for economic benefit from the track for the West Coast communities.

Yours sincerely

Tony Kokshoorn Grey District Mayor

Page 2 of 2 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Sunday, 19 May 2019 6:44 PM To: wccms Subject: Re: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Zoe Last name: Lenagh•Glue Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generatrons and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community: • Secondly1 for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been verylimited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section:

113 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestryand ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

We question why the multitude of other trails which DOC has permitted MTB on are not being documented under the proposed CMS amendment, even though they are listed as permitted MTB zones on the DOC website. Some tracks include Reeftontrail network, West Coast Wilderness Trail, Pt Elizabeth, proposed trails such as Charleston Cycle Trail, Pounamu Trail.

U4 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned traits on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information !.upplied by DOC that MTB Wd!. perrnilled upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservationdated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a veryserious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to veryserious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

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From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Sunday, 19 May 2019 6:43 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Annie Last name: Montgomery Organisation: Deloitte Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley Into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this natlonally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112). 119 Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

120 We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

4. We supportthe amendments that permit and document the building of The Paparoa Track and Pike29 Memorial Track along with Huts. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences).

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, It appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservationdated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS) states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immedlately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to veryserious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when drafting the West Coast Te Tai o Poutini ConservationManagement Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as directed by Section 17D of the ConservationAct 1987.

ill Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: <;unday, 19 May 2019 6:42 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Keith last name: Brockway Organisation: Postal address: Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River familiesby the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

Decision sought: We urge these amendments be put through under urgency given their sensitive nature, these amendments must be signed off in advance of OOC's proposed mid-June 2019 date for opening of track bookings. We encourage the inclusion of the promises made by the Conservation Minister to the Pike River families to be enshrined in the CMS to ensure these undertakings are protected and respected.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offerj • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other vlsitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been verylimited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section:

125 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.S (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112).

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTB trait, without MTB access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

126 We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

We expect DOC to honour alt existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the vtability of local busrnesses who inve!.led in envlronmentally sustainable businesses based on information !.UJJpliedby DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS) states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a veryserious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial llabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: MTB users and trampers, from my experience of tramping the Old Ghost Rd, coexist and share the trail and huts in friendly camaraderie. Each group brings a new perspective to the other, and each group meets people with outlooks and interests different to their own. I found this sharing actually enhanced my tramping experience. Similar experiences and pleasure I have enjoyed on day walks and runs on the Heaphy track with meeting Mountain Bikers.

The OGR (and possibly other tracks in the future) would never have built if it wasn't for the intention of having MTB guaranteed access. Mountain bike fraternity are energetic and prodigious track builders, partly because they are younger and stronger and more numerous than trampers. What a tragedy to loose their future energy and time.

The OGR experience of strictly limiting numbers on the track reduces the impact on the track, huts, and the wilderness experience. Being a track of international renown (as will the new Paparoa track) draws riders and walkers from around the world - they go on to spend time and money doing other rides and walks. Similarly, having run the OGR Ultra twice, I know that now one third of entrants are from overseas. Again, this raises the profile of the NZ outdoors and Ultra experiences worldwide.

The lasting OGR Ultra detrimental impact and damage to the track and facilities seems to be nil. I'm near the back of the field, and see no litter from the 250+ runners ahead of me. And in terms of denying access to other users, it is forone weekend only, once a year. 300 runners and their families/friends contribute greatly to the local

127 economy. We all gain from the experience, and I think we are made more aware of the importance of sustainable back country experiences.

For tramping purists who for their own reasons disagree with or resent the presence of bikers on some tracks, they still have the sole access to the vaste majority of tracks, huts and wilderness areas.

This is the type of shared use of selected National Park and Conservationtracks and areas land multi use I strongly support. In the turn, Ultra runners and mountain bikers can become strong advocates for conservationonce they too have experienced National Parks in their own way. This I believe is far more sustainable and environmentally friendly than in and out tourist helicopter flights and landings (as opposed to flights bringing in hunters, trampers or climbers) and scenic flights.

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when draftingthe West Coast Te Tai o Poutini ConservationManagement Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as directed by Section 17D of the ConservationAct 1987.

l28 Debby Drummond

From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Sunday, 19 May 2019 6:41 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: Max Last name: Mayer Organisation: Postal address: Eketahuna 4994 Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservation in 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been verylimited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

129 Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fuHy protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

130 We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trans. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservationdated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It [the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to veryserious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments: Mountain Biking is a great way for people to explore our park's while also helping the local economy

Petition agrees duplicate submission: I also wish DOC to take this submission into consideration when draftingthe West Coast Te Tai o Poutini ConservationManagemen t Strategy 2020, which is due to be drafted prior to December 2019, as directed by Section 17D of the Conservation Act 1987.

131 Debby Drummond From: The Paparoa Mountain Race Sent: Sunday, 19 May 2019 6:06 PM To: wccms Subject: FW: Petitioner has signed and supported!

Petitioners Details:

First name: carla Last name: glass Organisation: coast2coast honey Postal address: hokitika Mobile: Email address:

Agrees to sections:

Submission: We support the inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park, protecting this environmentally significant area for future generations and ensuring that the Pike River families have access to this nationally significant area in perpetuity. The inclusion of the Pike River Valley into the Paparoa National Park was an undertaking promised to the Pike River families by the Acting Minister of Conservationin 2015, I am concerned that this promise is not protected by the current wording of the CMS.

Decision sought: We urge these amendments be put through under urgency given their sensitive nature, these amendments must be signed off in advance of DOC's proposed mid-June 2019 date for opening of track bookings. We encourage the inclusion of the promises made by the ConservationMinister to the Pike River families to be enshrined in the CMS to ensure these undertakings are protected and respected. The proposed Pike 29 Memorial Great Walk (to be known as the Paparoa Track) has been an initiative of the Pike River Families working closely with Government. The proposal has three themes: • First, as a living memorial for the families and broader community; • Secondly, for the track and associated visitor infrastructure to give enduring benefits to the communities surrounding the Paparoa National Park and the recent Pike River catchment addition. These are social and economic benefits in terms of new jobs and more visitors to the region to enjoy what it has to offer; • Thirdly, to provide a great opportunity for more New Zealanders and other visitors to gain access to and enjoy this section of the Paparoa National Park, which to date has been very limited to a small sector of hardy trampers. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

2. We support the amendment that protects the rights to hold limited educational and sporting events. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park in 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences), 3.6.1.4 (page 122), 3.6.1.5 (page 125), 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunity Zones (Page 112). 1 Submission: We support the creation of environmentally sustainable jobs on the West Coast. There is potential for hiking, trail running and MTB events to support the creation of new sustainable jobs in the region as evidenced in The Paparoa Vision Statement 2017. We point to the tremendous environmental and sustainable tourism gains which have been made with the creation of the Old Ghost Ultra, which helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the Old Ghost Road. As global case studies we point to Derby Tasmania and Leadville Colorado as ex-forestry and ex-mining towns that have succeeded through investment in high quality trails for hiking, running, MTB and events.

Decision sought: We support these changes and urge that these changes be approved free of any encumbrances. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

3. We support the amendment to add the Old Ghost Road, Heaphy, and Paparoa Tracks to the permitted MTS ride list. Section: Section 3.6.1.4 Backcountry-remote zone (Page 122) The addition of: The Paparoa Track (from Blackball Creek to Punakaiki) and Pike29 Memorial Track (from Pike Mine Road to the Paparoa Track) as structures in The Paparoa National Park.

Submission: We note that dual-purpose hiking and MTB trail usage on The Pike Memorial and The Paparoa Tracks were undertakings DOC agreed to at the request of the Pike River Families and acknowledged in the Paparoa National Park Management Plan. Many locals have heavily invested in small businesses, and government departments and councils have invested millions of dollars of public funds in supporting infrastructure for The Paparoa trail network, based on the information supplied by DOC that MTB would be permitted as of day one.

The Old Ghost Road was hand-built by thousands of hours of volunteer service and over 6 million dollars of direct and indirect investment. All of this work was done on the basis that MTBers would be permitted on the trail. Parties were led to believe by DOC that their rights to MTB in the area were fully protected. The trail has been used for MTB over the years and is a globally significant MTB trail, without MTS access the trail would have never been built. This agreement is now being thrown into question with the amendment of the CMS.

The agreement for MTB during a set season on The Heaphy was put in place over a decade ago, again parties were led to believe that their rights were fully protected.

Decision sought: We support the clause including the addition of The Paparoa track, The Pike29 Memorial Track, Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track to the permitted ride list. We request the addition of other tracks with existing DOC agreements. these trails include but are not limited to the Reefton trail network, West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, Pt Elizabeth, and those highlighted as strategic additions to the network such as Ngati Waewae's proposed Pounamu Trail protected under the CMS given how vital they are to the economic viability of the towns they run through.

We also encourage DOC to undertake a nationwide review of permitted trails and update CMS's nationally to reflect all existing agreements.

2 We expect DOC to honour all existing concessions and expedite the approval of concession applications regarding the above-mentioned trails on the West Coast to ensure the viability of local businesses who invested in environmentally sustainable businesses based on information supplied by DOC that MTB was permitted upon the trails. Does the submitter agree·t Yes, I Agree

4. We support the amendments that permit and document the building of The Paparoa Track and Pike29 Memorial Track along with Huts. Section: 4.2.3.2 Paparoa National Park 1n 2020 (page 206, 8th and 9th sentences).

Submission: We note that under the existing CMS clause, it appears that the construction of the Pike29 Memorial Track and The Paparoa Track are not compliant under DOC's CMS and undertaken without reference to the CMS. We refer to the letter from the Acting Minister of Conservation dated the 16/11/2015 which instructed DOC to amend this clause in the CMS prior to commencing the construction of the tracks because "It (the CMS] states that there shall be no additional tracks in the park". The lack of amending the clause has led to a very serious breach in proper process. The lack of adherence by DOC to proper procedure, their own CMS and direct instruction from the Minister is of immense concern. Looking to only amend the clause three months before hut tickets go on sale compromises the ability of walkers, hikers, runners and MTBers intend to holiday in the area to enjoy the track as advertised.

Decision sought: We strongly suggest that these amendments are put through immediately to ensure DOC's ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and to empower the track building teams to continue their fantastic work. Under the current wording of the CMS, DOC are potentially exposed to very serious legal and financial liabilities as a result of their non-compliant actions. Does the submitter agree? Yes, I Agree

Petitioner own comments:

3 Sunday, 19 May 2019 To: wccms@doc govtoz

Dear Sir/Madam Re: Submission on the Draft West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy amendments. In my opinion the proposed amendments are flawed. I do not support any amendments that would allow: 1. Aircraft landings in Paparoa National Park or on the Paparoa Great Walk. 2. Sporting and other competitive events in Paparoa National Park or on the Great Walks. 3. An exemption that provides for group sizes of up to 50 people for periodic tour parties within the front country zones identified in the Paparoa National Park management plan National Parks are preserved for their natural values above all else. Paparoa National Park is recognised as a premier example of natural New Zealand, as a sanctuary for indigenous plants and animals and as a place renowned for natural quiet. The park's back country is valued for low-impact, nature-based, passive recreational activities. The proposed changes would be against these values.

Andrzej Suchanski

Runanga 7873 New Zealand

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I do not wtsh to be heard in support of my submission Debby Drummond

From: Fraser Ross Sent: Sunday, 19 May 2019 2.23 PM To: wccms Subject: WC DraftAmendments • Submission

Re Amendments to West Coast CMS • Personal Submission

Name: Fraser Ross Address: , Timaru 7910 Phone: (text) Email Hearing: I do not wish to be heard in support of my submission but ask that it be given serious consideration.

My Submission:

I was involved with the campaign to advocate for the formation of the Paparoa National Park. And have visited the area on several occasions since. When campaigning for the formation of this National Park, my aim then, and stilt is, that the National Park would protect the significant natural values existing there which included important habitats for native wildlife, the special landscapes and limestone outcrops and at the same time allow for some passive, low key, use of of the proposed Park's tracks and waterways. Higher level recreational uses, the use of aircraft was never considered as an appropriate use of this amazing area. The intention in the Amendment, to allow these higher level activities is totally not acceptable and so object absolutely to such intentions.

The Department needs to be reminded that the first aim or objective of the National Parks Act to protect and maintain the natural biodiversity of such areas and not allow them to be compromised as these amendments may surely do.The Paparoa National Park is one of the few areas where such adverse impacting activities are not been present. And it should remain that way of where intrusive activities are not allowed to take place:

So, broadly:

The proposed amendment process is flawed as it is not compliant with the aims and objectives of the National Parks Act;

I do not support aircraft landingsin the Paparoa National Park or on the Great Walk. This would include helicopter landings, except in the case of an emergency. The use of drones should also not to be allowed to operate within the National Park;

I definitely do not support sporting and other competitive events in the Paparoa National Park or on the Great Walk;

I do not support the provision that provides for group sizes of up to 50 people for periodic tour parties within the front l country zones identified in the Paparoa Nation Park amendment plan;

I would also ask that jet boats and other such motorised craft not be allowed on the waterways found within the Paparoa National Park. And the natural quiet of the Park should be maintained to the highest possible extent at all times.

As mentioned above I believe the process to make the proposed amendments is flawed. So, ask that such amendments not be implemented and that the process be given more appropriate consideration. Please note my early involvement with the campaign to advocate for the formation of this special National Park, and ask that no such amendments be implemented that would adversely compromised the special, largely intact, areas of natural biodiversity and important landscapes. I would be pleased if the Dept of Conservation reconsider its role here and do not implement the proposed changes that would adversely impact on the important values of this very special National Park.

Yours Fraser Ross • 19.05.19

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1 Submission Form Draft West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Conservation Management Strategy amendments

Once you have completed this form Send by post to: West Coast Te Tai o Poutini CMS Submissions, Department of Conseivation, Private Bag 4715, Christchurch 8140 or email to: [email protected]

Submissions must be received no later than 4.00 pm, Monday 20 May 2019 Anyone may make a submission, either as an individual or on behalf of an oroaniRation. Please ensure all sections of this form are completed. You may either use this form or prepare your own, but if preparing your own please use the same headings as in this form. A Word version of this form is available on the Department'swebsite : www.doc.govt.nz/west-coast-cms-amendments

Submitter details:

Name of submitter or contact person: Chris Cromey

Organisation name: (ifon behalf of an organisation) Postal address:

Runanga 7873

Telephone number: (thebest number to contact you on)

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0 I do not wish to be heard in support of my submission (tick one box)

Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhat �wZeala"EGovernment ,1.ti Signature: Sir', j Your subminnion is submitted as part of a puhli<" process and once received by the Department it is subject to the provisions of the Privacy Act 1993 and the Official Information Act 1982. The Department may post your submission on its website, and make it available to departmental staff, any consultant used, the West Coast Tai Poutini Conservation Board and the New Zealand ConservationAuthority. Your submission may be made available to any member of the public following a request made under the Official Information Act 1982. Submission:

Section: Submission: Decision sought: Identifythe section, Explain the nature of your submission State clearlythe decision sought or changes you objective, outcome, stating whether you support or oppose would like to see. Please be as precise as policy, milestone, table or the approachin the draft Plan. Please possible. For example: map that your provide brief reasons. - if supporting: 'retain Policy X' submission relates to. - if opposing: 'delete Policy X' - if seeking changes 'reword PolicyX to ... (give suggested wording)

44A Conservati Amendment of the West Coast Te To amend the CMS it should be necessary to on Tai o Poutini Consetvation either: management Management Strategy (CMS) 1. follow the lawful process to make strategies currently underway appco.rnto be unlawful, in that it intends amending amendments the-CMS to fit the Paparoa-National (1)Every Park Management Plan (PNPMP). or conservation management 2. Wait until some already specified strategy shall The contents of the CMS are fixed, date, after which it can be reviewed. establish and should not be amended to fit objectives forthe lower documents. management of national parks and anyareas within any such parks, in the area to which it relates.

(2) Nothing in any management plan shall derogate from the provisions of any conservation management strategy. 45 Preparation • Hierarchy of management Fallow the lawful process to amend the CMS of management documents and processes is plans meant to ensure that the (2) The principles of the Act are management followed. Each document plan shall provide for the must comply with the one management of above it in the management the park in hierarchy, which ensures accordance with that the principles of the the Act. Act are being followed. • Changing a CMS to comply with a management plan undermines the process.

1. Allow for aircraft Oppose 1: Paparoa NP is a quiet Retain current wording in part 3.6-4.2 (page 129) landings on the national park and it should be kept Aircraft that states aircraft landings for not permitted in Great Walk to this way for the wildlife and for the recreational purposes are enjoyment of the public. Paparoa National Park. Extend this support walkers and provision to the entire length of the mountain bikers Paparoa Great Walk. 2. Allow for aircraft Oppose 2: Same as point 1 above, landings in other "Zones" for landings are too vague. areas of Paparoa National Park (the Park)

3. Allow forsporting Oppose 3: these major events would Specifically exclude sporting and other and other completely change the essence of the competitive events on the Paparoa Great walk competitive events national park. and in Paparoa National Park on the Great Walk and in other areas of the Park Oppose. This is not consistent with For 4.2.3.7 People s Benefit and Enjoyment 4. The CMS the Paporoa National Park Plan. retain the following wording ... Concession activities are of low impact, sympathetic to and amendment in keeping with the outstanding character of the includes a new Place includingthe absence of intrusive Front-country policy noise. Remove the proposed Clause ii from provision (page125) policy 2 (p125) in 3.6.1.5 Frontcountry sites, that fortour parties up to provides an exemption for periodic tour parties so peoplein of up to so people. Paparoa National Park.

Please continue on a separate sheet if required.

Furtherinformation can be appended to your submission. If you are sending this submission electronically, we accept the following formats - Microsoft Word, Text, PDF and JPG. The file must not be more than 30 MB. Submission on West Coast Conservation Management Strategy

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I wish to be heard in support of my submission

In general: I am concerned at this amendment to the West Coast Conservation Management Strategy (WC-CMS) as its intention is to sanction the Paparoa National Park Management Plan (PNPNP) which is in breach of the WC-CMS. This appears to be unlawful as national park manangement plans are supposed to adhere to CMS's, not the reverse. The National Parks Act 1980, s44A(1),(2), s45(2) set out that NPMP's cannot derogate from the provisions of any CMS and that national parks are to be managed in accordance with the Act. This includes administering and maintaining the parks in accordance with the principles in Part 1 of the Act. As each document must comply with the one above it in the management hierarchy, this system provides a series of checks and balances to ensure that the principles of the Act are being followed. Changing a CMS to comply with a management plan undermines the checks and balances. The result is a potential weakening of management tools and a subsequent loss of the special values sought for preservation in national parks.

I therefore seek a decision to nullifythe proposed amendments. On this issue I fully support Forest and Bird's submission.

Nevertheless I would like to comment on the amendments proposed. The National Parks Act 1980; Principles; s4, tells us why we have National Parks, and that they should be preserved as far as possible in their natural state. I feel that a number of the proposed amendments are in breach of s4. Although the amendments target PNP, those amendments will then be applied across the board as the prinicples involved are loosened up to make the CMS more permissive. In particular I am considering the recent annexation of the Mokihinui/ Lyell to the Kahurangi National Park, and I also question why these amendments have not considered this annexation. Like the PNP, the Mokihinui/ Lyell was considered a sanctuary for indigenous plants and animals and as a place for natural quiet, with the back country valued for low impact, nature-based, passive recreational activities. Both the Western Paparoa and the Mokihinui are identified in the CMS as priority sites for biodiversity. Unfortunately that has all changed in the Mokihinui/ Lyell with the building of the Old Ghost Road. The natural quiet and sanctuary have been trampled on in the mad rush to get as many bikers through as possible for the profits involved in bike-glamping, which involves a multitude of helicopter uses for dropping off and picking up bikes, gear, people to and from remote areas, dropping offgourmet meals and alcohol, picking up meal waste etc, expanding the OGR empire through construction, its become a huge business in a previously naturally quiet sanctuary renowned for its intrinsic qualities. That has now been lost in a big way, with the track widend to 5 metres in many places, apparently for ease of access forrunners in the OGR ultra-marathon earlier this year, and bridges spanning even the most humble of ephemeral waterways. The unspoilt, natural qualities of the area around the tracks is gone. I do not support any amendments that would allow:

• aircraftlandings in Paparoa National Park or on the Paparoa Great Walk, or any amendment that would make it easier to implement such activities in other parts of the WC-CMS.

• sporting and other competitive events in Paparoa National Park or on the Great Walk, or any amendment that would make it easier to implement such activities in other parts of the WC-CMS.

• an exemption that provides for group sizes of up to 50 people for periodic tour parties within the front country zones identified in the Paparoa National Park management plan, or any amendment that would make it easier to implement such activities in other parts of the WC-CMS.

Specifically: 3.6.1 Recreational Opportunities 3.6.1.4 Backcountry-remote zone Page 122; 2nd paragraph, 5th sentence I'm not sure that sporting events should occur in backcountry-remote zones as such activities do not sit confortably within the meaning of backcountry-remote zone. Back country provides forsolitude and a high level of natural quiet- an experience that needs preserving. Decision sought: Retain current wording in part 3.6.1.4 , p 122, 2nd paragraph, 5th sentence

3.6.1.4 Backcountry-remote zone; policies; p 123; 2 I do not accept this amendment for the reasons above. Decision sought: Retain current wording in part3.6.1.4; policies; p 123; 2

3.6.1.4 Backcountry-remote zone; policies; p 124; 6 I do not support the use of e-bikes in backcountry-remote zones for the reasons given above Decision sought: Retain current wording in part 3.6.1.4; policies; p 124; 6 3.6.1.5 ; Frontcountry sites; Policies; page 125; 2 The CMS should not bundle sporting and other competitive events with outdoor education, leadership and instruction courses, but if the CMS allows sporting events then it should provide more policy guidance for them regarding frequency & size of events with respect to concession applications. Decision sought: Retain current wording in part 3.6.1.4; policies; p 125; 2

3.6.4 Recreation and Tourism Activities 3.6.4.2 Aircraft; page 129, 2nd paragraph, 4th and 5th sentences Policies; page 131 4A does not make sense - who or what should grant concessions? What are common expiry dates?

Nevertheless:

• the landings proposed for Ces Clark helipad are inconsistent with the provisions for landings in the back country remote zone,

• changes to visitor management zones are not clear,

• suggesting landings based on the landing zone map in the PNPMP conflicts with the CMS direction on aircraft landings for remote and backcountry remote zones.

Further, this may set a precedent for including such activities in other national parks, remote and backcountry zones, which is another reason I do not support these amendments.

Decision sought: Retain current wording in part 3.6.4.2; page 129, page 131

3.6.4.17; Vehicle use; Policies; page 145; 1A. I agree that the use of e-bikes should be severely restricted within conservation lands. In particular, e-bikes should not be used on trails within areas of high conservation value such as priority areas for biodiversity, ecological areas, nature reserves, national parks, backcountry-remote. E-bikes should only be allowed where other motorised vehicle access is allowed. Decision sought: P 144; 1st paragraph, 1st sentence, and 2nd paragraph, 2nd sentence should include the words e-bike in order to make it clearly understood that e-bikes are motorised vehicles.

4.2.3.7; People's benefit and enjoyment in 2020 4.2.3.7; People's benefit and enjoyment in 2020; page 214, 2nd paragraph, 1st and 4th sentence ... Concession activitiesare of low impact and are sympathetic to, and in keeping with1 the outstandingnatural character of the Place, including minimising aneJthe aesoneo ef intrusive noise. I object to this amendment because it is dumbing down the special intirinsic qualities provided for in this national park. Decision sought: 4.2.3.7; page 214, 2nd paragraph, 4th sentence; retain original wording, which will reflect my outlook on aircraft in the park.

Backcountry-remote zones, remote zones and gazetted wilderness areas Pages 215 - 216, 2nd paragraph, 2nd- 5th sentences This amendment is sanctioning greater use of aricraft in PNP, which I find unacceptable, I do not support further intrusion of aricraftinto PNP. Decision sought: Retain current wording in part4.2.3.7, pages 215-216, 2nd paragraph, 2nd- 5th sentences, and alter any complementary wording elsewhere, such as 4.2.3.7; page 216, 2nd paragraph 1st sentence

4.2.3.7; page 216, 5th paragraph, 7th- Sthsentences ... and Western ane Se1:1tl'ler:n Paparoa remote zones I object to the loss of remote zoning Decision sought: Retain current wording in part 4.2.3. 7, of the wording lighlighted above.

4.2.5.6; People's benefit and enjoyment in 2020 Backcountry-remote and remote zones page 237, 5th paragraph, 1st sentence I do not support increased air traffic in backcountry-remote zones Decision sought: retain original wording with respect to aircraft. Summary: I believe that the PNPMP should be amended instead of the WC-CMS in order to make the PNPMP compliant with the WC-CMS. Once that has been done then the CMS can be amended.

Frida lnta 19th May 2019