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citynews June 2017

PAGES 4-5 RUGBY’S A BALL: Sevens secured, Lions game

SLOW DOWN FOR OUR KIDS: A road safety campaign has been launched to educate people about safer driving habits when picking-up and dropping their kids off for school. The campaign supported by NZ Police, Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic, local schools and the Hamilton City Council – all pictured here – represent how we need to work together as a team to keep our kids safe around schools. See full story on page 3. Parking changes for central city as Annual Plan approved A new trial parking system to help revitalise provision for on-street paid parking beyond parking options or pay an extra charge,” Hamilton’s CBD will start from October 1 this time limit. Mr Briggs says. this year. PAGE 6 At the 1 June Council meeting to consider the The final Annual Plan document will be The plan includes free CBD on-street parking Annual Plan a new parking proposal was put prepared for approval at the Council meeting PIPING ON: Brand new city water infrastructure for the first two hours, and then $6 per hour forward which was designed to address issues on 29 June 2017. for the third and subsequent hours, or parts raised by submitters. The Council’s Chief thereof.” Executive Richard Briggs says the revised plan adopted was designed to address the main Parking in the CBD: New parking technology – including sensors purpose of the Parking Task Force, which was and development of an app to allow payments • From 1 October there will be a trial of a to look at ways to revitalise the CBD. on mobile devices – is also planned, although new parking system in Hamilton’s CBD. parking meters will remain for now. The “The decision means the originally-proposed • Up to two hours free on-street parking. effectiveness of the trial will be reviewed targeted rate on CBD businesses will remain, • Current maximum two-hour time limit before the end of June 2018. which will offset some of the cost of the removed. Proposals for a change to the city’s parking initiative, while parking revenue will also systems were one of the main issues raised contribute. The remainder of the cost of • Third and subsequent hours, or parts by submitters to the Council’s Annual Plan this trial will be met through the Council’s thereof, charged at $6 per hour. existing operating budgets and there will process, attracting more than 400 submissions. • CBD businesses will pay a targeted rate to be no additional targeted rate for residential offset some of the loss of parking revenue. During the consultation period a free parking ratepayers,” Mr Briggs says. proposal was suggested. This was proposed • The remainder of the costs will be covered to be funded in part through a targeted rate “Research shows us the majority of our city through Council’s operating budgets. on households and a targeted rate on carparks are utilised by people for less central city commercial properties. This than two hours, so from October 1 most of • There will be no additional targeted rate PAGE 7 proposal, developed by a Parking Task these people will be able to come into the for residential ratepayers for the project. Force including Councillors, advocated central city and have no parking charges. CLASSIC CHARACTER: • The trial will be reviewed before Funding heritage building offering a maximum of two hours free If people want to stay longer than two 30 June 2018. maintenance parking in the central city per day, and no hours they can choose either off-street

1 hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton citynews Cosy corner of play in Steele Park Hamilton East children now have a new The new playground includes a range of playground to enjoy. new but familiar equipment – seesaws, climbing frames, an in-ground trampoline As part of the Hamilton Neighbourhood and a flying saucer – as well as themed East Plan adopted by the Council in 2016, decorative features in the concrete. a new neighbourhood playground has been constructed at Steele Park, one of Miss Barrie says through recent the city and suburbs most historic parks. playground projects, staff have also had consistent feedback on the community’s Maria Barrie, the Council’s Urban expectations of safety aspects, so those Landscapes Team Leader, says the new have been incorporated into the Steele playground has been constructed in the Park project and fencing as part of northwestern corner of the park, and the build. replaces an aging pair of seesaws in the southwestern corner. The placement of the playground incorporates the shade offered by an “During the public consultation on the existing stand of trees in the park. Hamilton East Neighbourhood Plan we heard very clearly from the community – “Grey Street is a pretty busy road, and we families wanted a new playground in have community sport played frequently their suburb,” Mrs Barrie says. on Steele Park – particularly club cricket in summer – so we do urge families to “We’ve responded to that feedback with be wary of what’s happening around the a nice new neighbourhood playground playground while they’re enjoying it.” close to the shops on Grey St and near the park’s toilets to make things a little hamilton.govt.nz/playgrounds CLAMBER AND CLIMB: The finishing touches are put on the Steele Park playground, which features several new easier for parents and caregivers.” pieces of equipment. Two-day closure Central City Safety for libraries Plan ready for review and renew systems upgrade Hamilton’s Central City Safety Plan is set Victoria on the River park and Waikato for a reboot three years after its inception DHB moving their head office into the All Hamilton City Libraries will close Ms Hawkes says the libraries staff in 2014. city centre. for two days next month while the appreciate the closure may inconvenience software system that helps the staff to customers, but the upgrade is essential and To complete the review project, a “It’s time to step back and have a look manage the libraries is upgraded. the closure represents a tiny percentage of Taskforce has been set up comprising at what the current issues are and what the annual opening hours for the libraries. relevant staff and councillors. The success will look like in the next three The closure will take place on Tuesday Taskforce has the authority to appoint years or so.” 13 and Wednesday 14 June. She says the introduction of Kotui won’t three external members from appropriate change what customers pay for loan items, stakeholder organisations. The current Central City Safety Plan has Amanda Hawkes, Hamilton City but the new system will modernise staff Libraries’ Digital Manager, says the two approaches; focusing on the public and customer access to information The Taskforce’s Chair Councillor spaces in the Council’s control, encouraging roll-out of the new library management on the library’s catalogue. system (Kotui) is a significant project for Angela O’Leary says the current plan more people to use the spaces and make has been successful but it’s time for a them feel safer; and providing help and the libraries service, and the work can’t “When they look online for items from review and renew. support for homeless and vulnerable be undertaken while the libraries are our collection, our customers will see open for business. people through The People’s Project. more information available and have a “We’ve come a long way in three years better user experience,” she says. “Because this is a digital systems and the central city and city as a whole The plan won the Fulton Hogan upgrade, we need to transfer information A mobile phone app for customers will is a different place. The collaborative Excellence Award for Community and material from our existing system also be rolled out as part of the project. approach between the Council, Central Engagement at the 2016 Local to Kotui,” Ms Hawkes says. “The most Business Association, Hamilton Police Government New Zealand Excellence efficient way for us to do this, and run Customers needing to return items they and The People’s Project has really Awards. tests on the new system, is when our have borrowed on the two closure dates delivered results under the current plan,” libraries are closed.” in June can do so by using the after-hours says Cr O’Leary. hamilton.govt.nz/safetyplan boxes at the suburban libraries. The library’s catalogue and eResources will “There are some exiting central city also be unavailable over the two days. hamiltonlibraries.co.nz projects on the horizon including the

2 hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton citynews Think before you biff Marketing material from the Council’s “At the conclusion of the Fight the waste reduction campaign has been given Landfill Bins or Bags campaign we a second lease on life as staff members wanted to do something innovative with follow the advice they’ve been giving our campaign collateral, and recycling the community. the marketing material seemed to make perfect sense,” Mr Fowles says. Six pull-up banners and three billboard skins used in the Fight the Landfill Bins “Obviously as the Council we want to or Bags engagement and consultation set a good example and set a benchmark campaign have now been recycled into for other business and ‘practice what we more than 50 items including ottomans, preach’, so to speak. satchels, pencil cases and laptop bags. “We thought this was an opportunity to The original Fight the Landfill campaign, demonstrate one of the many different launched by the Council in June 2016, ways of recycling and its benefit.” focused on urging the residents of Hamilton to think about the impacts of The idea has already caught on within recycling and the positive effect it can the Council with many departments lining have on the environment. This campaign up wanting to get their hands on the was followed by the Bins or Bags recycled items. campaign which launched in October 2016, and outlined two options for For more information about how your roadside waste collection. company can recycle their marketing materials and market their brand at the Hamilton City Council Compliance same time, go to www.was.co.nz/corporate. Manager Trent Fowles says recycling marketing collateral like billboard skins fightthelandfill.co.nz and banners is a great idea for any company to do and better still great RECYCLED BILLBOARD SKINS: Waste Minimisation Advisors Charlotte Catmur and Kirsty Quickfall with items made for the environment. from the “Fight the Landfill” marketing banner skins. Bin it don’t flush it Hamilton residents are being reminded “If people flush the wrong things down of the importance of not disposing the toilet these may cause blockages and inappropriate materials into the city’s can cause sewage to overflow onto the sewerage system as the Council launches streets. This is not nice for anyone, is a its annual ‘Bin It Don’t Flush It’ campaign. health risk, and is an unpleasant and smelly experience”. The city’s sewerage system handles an average of 40 million litres of sewage To effectively manage the system and the daily from more than 50,000 domestic, growth of the city, the Council has taken commercial and industrial properties. a number of actions to reduce blockages caused by unsuitable items being flushed Every day our sewerage system receives into the sewerage network. items it’s not designed to take, says Council’s City Waters Manager, Maire Porter. These actions include increased cleaning, improved preventative maintenance “Our treatment plant and sewerage programmes, alarm response, amended system are designed to treat and deal pump selection, and the use of specialised with human waste and toilet paper only, equipment to cut through blocking but we often have to deal with items materials. that shouldn’t beflushed, including wet wipes, underwear, nappies, credit cards, hamilton.govt.nz/binitdontflushit cell phones and the list goes on”, BITS AND BOBS: Environmental Advisor Sarah Whale, with a few of the small and unusual items which have found their way into the city’s sewerage system. says Ms Porter. Road safety around schools, that’s magic! A new campaign aimed at educating Robyn Denton, the Council’s Transport “The Council has put infrastructure in crossing makes it hard for the children to parents about road safety outside schools Operations Team Leader, says all schools place to make the areas as safe as possible, have a clear view of approaching traffic. was launched by the Council earlier face the same problems when it comes to however we need to work together, as a this month. the issues around their school gates. team, to make sure our kids are protected.” The campaign will also highlight alternative ways parents or caregivers can The “Road safety around schools, that’s “Congestion, speed, poor parking and Parents are increasingly parking or travel to school with their children, like magic!” campaign aims to encourage general bad driving behaviours seem to stopping over and in people’s driveways walking and cycling. safer road behaviours around schools – intensify out the front of school gates and on berms, which increases the risk specifically parents and caregivers picking at drop off and pick-up times,” of an accident occurring. Parking on the hamilton.govt.nz/schoolroadsafety up and dropping off children. Mrs Denton says. no-stopping lines adjacent to the pedestrian

hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton 3 citynews Sevens set to sparkle at stadium

CELEBRATION TIME: From left, Chiefs player and former All Black Sevens representative Liam Messam, 37 South’s Dallas Fisher, and Mayor Andrew King celebrate the announcement of Hamilton as the new host city for the New Zealand leg of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series.

Hamilton is the new host city for the New arrangement means no additional ratepayer 37 South Managing Director Dallas Fisher for travelling fans, and most of all, a host Zealand leg of the HSBC World Rugby funding for the event. says he is delighted to be part of the event. community that loves rugby. Sevens Series. Mayor Andrew King says the Council and “The planning starts now and we have “Hamilton and the Waikato region are FMG Stadium Waikato will be the venue its staff were “the enablers” to bring the some big ideas to ensure sevens becomes rugby mad and we’re looking forward to for the tournament in 2018 and 2019, sevens to Hamilton, and has praised the the hottest ticket in town. At FMG Stadium introducing international sevens to the thanks to a partnership between New innovation, inspiration and success of Waikato we can segment audiences so local community and for visiting fans Zealand Rugby and newly-formed 37 South in securing the event. party goers, families and rugby fans can from around New Zealand to experience Hamilton events company 37 South. all enjoy the event and entertainment in the heart of rugby in New Zealand. “This is a great example of how the their own space. Through previous sporting events and private sector steps up to make an event “We are confident our partners in Hamilton projects, all three organisations have happen,” he says. “It’s a good model for “We will take all the best aspects of the will deliver an exceptional tournament existing relationships with Hamilton events, going forward.” two-day event and add our own special that fans will love on the weekend of City Council and H3, the unit of Council flavour of entertainment and experiences.” 3 and 4 February.” responsible for managing the city’s He expressed confidence in the city’s stadia and delivery of major events. credentials for delivering stadia-based major New Zealand Rugby’s Chief Strategy fmgstadiumwaikato.co.nz The Council will provide and manage events and was excited the city and region and Operations Officer Nigel Cass says the venue for the Sevens, as well as were being given an opportunity to showcase Hamilton offers a world-class stadium peripheral activity – but the commercial attractions, nightlife and visitor destinations. built for rugby fans, a central location Major events a business boost Hamilton’s business leaders are urging the Williams is encouraged by the forward city to put its best foot forward when the thinking businesses which had begun major events roll into town. preparations in advance of the arrival of what is expected to be a contingent of about Vanessa Williams, the Hamilton Central 10,000 visiting fans. Business Association General Manager, says major events like the DHL New Zealand “It’s an exciting time, it brings a different Lions Series 2017 are a potential opportunity feel to the city,” she says. Some of the city’s which the city’s businesses shouldn’t miss. more experienced business people have been sharing their stories of what major “I think that apart from the obvious vibe events do for their operations, and the these major events bring to the city, the benefits of the crowd influx. opportunities are there for businesses to take advantage,” Miss Williams says. Willliam Durning, Chief Executive of the Waikato Chamber of Commerce, “There’s increased foot traffic expected – shares Mrs Williams’ view. particularly down in the south end BUSINESS ADVOCATES: Left, William Durning, Chief Executive of the Waikato Chamber of Commerce. hospitality areas – and there’s also the “As New Zealand’s fourth-largest city, Right, Vanessa Williams, Hamilton Central Business Association General Manager. opportunity for retailers to capitalise.” Hamilton really is clearly demonstrating they bring a lively, vibrant and fun element prevents operators from suggesting or that we are a city of growth, innovation and Mrs Williams urges business people to to the city, and that’s terrific.” stating a formal association to a major event opportunity,” Mr Durning says. “think outside the box” by exploring when there isn’t one. Meanwhile, the DHL New Zealand Lions themed décor or special deals tailored to “Events we are hosting – particularly the Series 2017 is covered by the Major Events meet the demands of major event visitors. The Act doesn’t prevent businesses from HSBC World Rugby Sevens - are examples Management Act, which ensures the carrying on with “business as usual”, “People do enjoy that recognition element - of business taking the lead, being enabled protection of sponsors’ rights relating and similar protections were in place for if you’re in business you should accentuate by the city’s facilities to create good to events and tournaments of this kind. previous recent sporting events in New your offering to a new market that is commercial opportunities. These major Business people should be aware of the Zealand, and they had little impact on potentially walking past.” events are great for community spirit – Major Events Management Act, which businesses who continued to trade as usual.

4 hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton citynews China beckons for Hamilton performers Thirty-one of Hamilton’s most talented young musicians will have the chance to represent both Hamilton and New Zealand when they travel to China in July and August.

Entertainment Suite, TOPA (Talents of Pacific Academy) and Ammo Nation were named in April as the three groups selected to attend the Chengdu Sister City Youth Music Festival, TRY TIME: The Chiefs celebrate a try during their which looks to further improve the ever-growing win over Wales last year. sister relationship between the two cities. Another huge crowd is expected for their match against the British and Irish The plan was originally for one group of Lions this month, meaning performers to attend the festival. However, the impacts on traffic around number of groups was then generously increased FMG Stadium Waikato. to three by the Chengdu Foreign Affairs office due to the outstanding nature of the applications. This festival comes on the back of a number of events planned for the near future involving the Commuter patience urged two sister cities. Chengdu Mayor Luo Quiang will be part of the inaugural flight between Chengdu and Auckland in June, the first time a as Lions roar into stadium mayor from the city will visit New Zealand. Hamilton’s commuters are being urged to game ends, and covers Mill Street, “Buses or carpooling are other good The Council CEO Richard Briggs and show patience, courtesy and understanding Tristram St and Seddon Rd. options for to people get around the city Hamilton Mayor Andrew King also travelled for the biggest mid-week sports match the for a big match night like this – and so to the China Global Innovation and city has hosted in decades. Mill St will be closed from 6pm for the we’re urging Hamiltonians to consider Entrepreneurship Fair held in Chengdu in May, duration of the game. Signage will be in those,” he says. following an invitation from Mr Quiang. A temporary stand at the eastern (Tristram place well in advance of the match to St) end of FMG Stadium Waikato means alert motorists. BUSIT’s City Shuttle is on an extended Mr Briggs says he’s excited by the events and the crowd capacity has been increased to route up to the stadium for those in town welcomes any opportunity for strengthening the 30,000 people for the historic DHL New “With what is expected to be a capacity before or after the match. bond between the cities. Zealand Lions Series 2017 match between crowd at FMG Stadium Waikato, the Chiefs and the British & Irish Lions we need to get people in and out of the “This is a big night for the city, and we “Hamilton and Chengdu have shared a on 20 June. stadium as safely as possible, and road want people to enjoy themselves and relationship dating back to the mid-1990s,” Mr closures are a tried and true method,” get to and from the stadium safely Briggs says. “Up until this point it has been Like most major matches held at the Mr Harrison says. – so a little bit of courtesy and patience mainly a commercial relationship based on stadium, the Lions game includes traffic will go a long way.” mutual interests in agri-business and education. management around the venue, says City A marked walking route through the CBD Transport Manager Jason Harrison. will also lead patrons to the game. He’s Gates open at FMG Stadium Waikato “These trips are a great chance to showcase the urging motorists to be patient, tolerant at 5.30pm. broad range of culture we have here in New The traffic management begins at 6pm, and use alternative routes through the Zealand, and get an appreciation of Sichuan running through until 10.30pm after the city to avoid the stadium precinct. fmgstadiumwaikato.co.nz culture ourselves.” Taiaha trophy on little tour The special taiaha trophy up for grabs The taiaha has been on display in when the Chiefs play the British & Irish several locations around the city, Lions is set to do a little tour of the region. but has now been combined to form a themed installation touring the city For all the non-test matches in the DHL ahead of the game. The themed New Zealand Lions Series 2017, installation – entitled Home Turf - a special taiaha trophy has been carved features the chance to tackle a SACRED TROPHY: The special taiaha the Chiefs and the British & Irish Lions will compete for on 20 June. and presented to the host cities. The taiaha life-size lion rugby mascot, life-size the Chiefs aim to claim was presented to who missed out on tickets. The Home Dates & locations for the Home Turf Chiefs players, giveaways and a chance Turf installation will also be set up there the club at FMG Stadium Waikato last year to get photograph with the trophy. installation (including taiaha trophy) in a special ceremony. It was carved by “The Lions only tour once every 12 years, master carvers in Rotorua. Fri, 9 June Te Awa, The Base – 9am - 9pm Meanwhile, fans who aren’t at FMG and since we can only hold 30,000 people Stadium Waikato can enjoy the historic Chad Hooker, the Council’s Major Events at the venue, we wanted to put on a little Sat, 10 June Te Awa, The Base – 9am - 6pm Director, says fans can get a closer look fixture on a big screen at Claudelands, something extra for the community to at the taiaha at locations around and near where a Fanzone will be set up on game enjoy the buzz of the game, he says.” Wed, 14 June Fieldays – 8am - 5pm day. The match will be broadcast live, Hamilton in the lead-up to the match Thurs, 15 June Fieldays – 8am - 5pm on 20 June. with entertainment during half-time The Fan Zone will open at 6pm and and food and drinks available. there is no entry charge. Fri, 16 June Fieldays – 8am - 5pm “This carved taiaha is named ‘Te Tai’ to reflect Tainui as the key Maori tribe in the Mr Hooker says the Fan Zone will be hamiltonhostcity.co.nz Sat, 17 June Fieldays -8am - 4pm Waikato region,” Mr Hooker says. family friendly and caters to people

hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton 5 citynews Reservoir project more than just storage A new strategic piece of Hamilton’s “The new reservoir connects to the city’s infrastructure will be tested and ready for ring main system and, if required, can pump service in coming months, taking the city’s water to any part of the city, alleviating water network and resilience in emergency emergency reliance on the city’s sole water situations to new levels. treatment plant. The design of the reservoir, in two 12-million litre compartments, The Rototuna Reservoir Project is more than provides further resilience so one side of just a water storage solution. The 24-million the reservoir can provide supply during litre reservoir on Kay Rd, plus its pumping maintenance.” equipment and bulk water mains, support growth and improves levels of service in the Part of the project included the construction northeast of the city. of 4.2km of twin bulk water mains - each 60cm in diameter - which further enhances City Development Unit Manager Andrew the capability of the system by allowing Parsons says the $21 million reservoir water to be pumped into the reservoir project has been integrated with planned through one water pipe from the treatment land use, the Waikato Expressway project plant, while supplying the local network and developer planning. from the other.

“Until the new reservoir is commissioned “Proactive engineering solutions included BUILDING CAPACITY: The Rototuna Reservoir will hold 24 million litres of water when completed. in August, more than 90 per cent of the city’s pre-loading the site with thousands of tonnes substantially mitigated safety risks around catering for modelled growth in the city to potable water storage is on the western side of rock to avoid the expense of piling, saving working at heights,” Mr Parsons says. 2061 and beyond. of the Waikato River, which means the city ratepayers hundreds of thousands of dollars, has been critically reliant on strategic pipe and using lightweight pre-cast roof panels The project provides an immediate strategic hamilton.govt.nz/water crossings,” Mr Parsons says. with a top-pour of 100mm of concrete asset to Hamilton and its ratepayers, while

New pipeline breaks a New way to manage water being considered Hamilton City has indicated it wants to form a non-asset-owning shared waters management company with other councils to more efficiently manage water and wastewater. But no final decision has been made, or will be made, until Hamilton’s residents and ratepayers have been record drilling effort fully consulted. In May Council indicated it wanted to form a non-asset owning company with Waikato District and Waipa District Councils to manage water services. Its decision follows a number of independent reports which say there would be huge financial and non-financial benefits from the councils working together. Waipa District Council agreed to support the non-asset owning model in late May with Waikato District Council likely to discuss it in July. If all three Councils agree to proceed, Hamilton’s Water Governance Group members (Mayor King, Councillors Dave Macpherson and Garry Mallett) will restart discussions with the other councils on a potential structure. If the Councils reach agreement material will be prepared for an extensive public consultation process. “Formal public consultation is required before any change, so no final decision can be made until public consultation has been completed and all submissions considered,” Hamilton City’s Executive Director Special Projects Blair Bowcott says. “That process is still some months away.” For further information, including copies of all independent and council reports, see www.waikatowaterstudy.org.nz. WATER COURSE: A section of the Hamilton South Dedicated Bulk Main. A Shared Waters Management Company in a nutshell A new water main from the city’s water through to the treatment plant,” treatment plant in Peacocke to the Mr Parsons says. • The company would be a CCO (a Council Controlled Organisation). It would employ staff who Hamilton South reservoir on the city’s would manage water, waste water and storm water assets on behalf of the shareholding councils. Waipa boundary features a Hamilton “A dedicated pipe for filling means we can keep replenishing the reservoir record-breaking underground drilling • The company would be a not-for- profit entity. (By law, Councils cannot make money out of effort. independent of peak community demand, water. They can only cover the costs to supply, treat and dispose of water). particularly during summer months. The Hamilton South Dedicated Bulk This means we are better prepared for • The company would not own any major water assets. Those assets would remain 100 per cent Main project involves installing a second emergency situations and it lets us more owned by each council. (The company might own some minor assets like cars and computers). water pipe to the reservoir which will effectively manage how we use our • All major decisions would continue to be made by shareholding councils. The water company, enable the reservoir to be filled at the pumping systems.” as a ‘specialist waters company’ would only provide advice to each Council on where and when same time as the existing pipe supplies to invest. water from the reservoir to residents. Much of the pipeline was installed through underground drilling to avoid • The water company would be responsible for maintenance of the waters networks. City Development Unit Manager Andrew disruption for neighbouring properties, • Each shareholding council would continue to set water charges (from general rates, targeted Parsons says the new pipe is a big step with a hole drilled and then a pipe pulled rates, water meters, trade waste fees etc) – just as they do now. forward for maintaining security and through. In what is believed to have resilience of the city’s water supply by been the longest “drillshot” of its kind • A water company could not force Hamilton City to install residential water meters. Water meters easing peak demands on Hamilton’s for Council, one stretch of the pipe was are not being considered for Hamilton. water treatment plant. pulled 600m underground. • The water company would be jointly controlled by the shareholding councils through a Shareholders Forum. “The project will bring some real There are some areas where the work will benefitsfor the city, with construction affect some driveways, but contractors • The water company would be accountable to shareholding councils who would ensure it through June working through Hall Rd will be in touch with these property operated openly and transparently. and part of State Highway 3, then from owners as these sections are approached. • The water company would offer operational, environmental and financial benefits that could not June until October we’ll be working be achieved by councils operating on their own. from the Dixon Rd roundabout and hamilton.govt.nz/water

6 hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton citynews David keeps diving in Roundabout respect David Hopkins is testament to the He’ll then follow that up with campaign launched value of swimming and exercise. a work-out in the Waterworld Hamiltonian drivers are the focus of the Council’s annual road gym, making use of the weights safety campaign, Roundabout Respect. At 89, Mr Hopkins is thought to machines. be the oldest regular customer at The campaign, which will be launched later this month, is aimed Waterworld, where he swims and Although most men in Mr Hopkins’ at raising awareness and educating motorists about thinking exercises up to seven days a week. age are winding down, he is still ahead, making good choices about the lane they are in when going strong : “I really enjoy it – they approach a roundabout, and the risks imposed when Originally from Wales, Mr Hopkins I keep myself in pretty good navigating their way through the roundabout. came to New Zealand in 1967. condition I guess…but I don’t He’s been visiting Waterworld for break any records! This year the campaign will focus on four of the city’s biggest more than a decade – albeit with a roundabouts, Five Cross Roads, Crosby/Wairere Dr, Norton Rd/ break for a few months following “I do play a little bit of snooker Lincoln Rd and Seddon Rd/London St. a health scare. and eight-ball, but this is my exercise. You’ve only got one “I’ve always been interested in Working closely with the Council, the NZ Police will be body, and it doesn’t seem hard to managing out pit stops at Crosby/Wairere Dr roundabout swimming, and we would learn spend one hour a day looking to swim from an early age,” Mr handing out coffee cards to those drivers who are demonstrating after it.” Roundabout Respect when navigating the roundabout. Robyn Hopkins says. “I was a member of STILL SWIMMING STRONG: David Hopkins, a swimming club back in Wales, He’s very complimentary toward 89, will swim up to seven days a week at Denton, the Council’s Transport Operations Team Leader says Waterworld, and is one of the facility’s oldest we want to encourage safe driving in our community. and played a bit of waterpolo, but the Waterworld staff: “I’ve got to customers. I was never really a competitive know most of the lifeguards by “David demonstrates how important “Hamilton is a city full of roundabouts and we all need to remember swimmer.” name, and the staff up here in the regular physical exercise is, and the to respect those around us and follow the road rules. Roundabouts gym – they’re all very good, and fact age is not a barrier,” she says. can get really busy – especially at peak times in the morning. His formative swimming years were I’m very comfortable here. It’s a in the Welsh town of Barry, in a wonderful facility,” he adds. Ms Eland says Waterworld offers a “Driver behaviour and know-how is the most important part salt-water pool adjacent to the range of services and programmes of making sure roundabouts are safe. Not indicating, blocking sea. Mr Hopkins swims a full one Janice Eland, Waterworld’s for older residents who want more ‘keep clear’ zones, using the wrong lane and going too fast are kilometre every morning – 40 Operations Manager says Mr exercise, regardless of their current the main driver faux pas we’re targeting. When everyone shows lengths of 25 metres in the 50-metre Hopkins is an inspiration to other physical health and fitness. some Roundabout Respect everyone wins.” pool, when it is configured with Waterworld customers, and the the bulkhead (barrier) mid-pool. wider community. waterworld.co.nz hamilton.govt.nz/respect Successful first year of Council’s heritage fund Nestled in some of the city’s oldest of the city’s recognised heritage in a way that ensures the heritage buildings are projects to improve buildings are grateful Council is fabric of the building is retained, and preserve Hamilton’s heritage. providing support,” says Mrs Morris. which can often be significantly more expensive than a repairs or The Council’s 2016/17 Heritage Syliva Hart, owner of a heritage maintenances to a normal building,” Fund, assisting listed heritage home on Cambridge Rd, says the says Mrs Morris. building owners with maintenance money received from the Heritage and restoration costs, was offered Fund helped restore leaded “Supporting projects through to 17 applicants for 13 projects. window panes. the Heritage Fund shows we’re The projects ranged from repairing committed to helping private “The process was a somewhat slow stained glass windows, restoring owners of heritage-listed buildings one as ‘heritage restoration’ requires ornate façade plaster work to and sites which will ultimately careful and delicate work, but the MAKING HISTORY: Heritage building owners Sylvia and Philip Hart have lived in their commissioning conservation benefit the whole city.” 111 year old home for 48 years. plans. Owners of St Peter’s outcome was an excellent one. Cathedral, Wesley Chambers, We are pleased the Council will Owners of heritage buildings and Former Frankton Junction Supply continue to assist with restoration archaeological sites listed in the Store and private residences are of historic homes, as this is an District Plan are eligible to apply Follow us on social media expensive process for the home just a few recipients of the first for assistance with maintenance and You can keep in touch with the Council’s business from owners because there seems to be year of funding. restoration costs through the annual your smartphone, computer or other digital device. no end of work required to keep $100,000 Heritage Fund. The next The organisation and several of its facilities have a range The Council’s City Planning Team such houses in good repair,” says round of funding, aligned with the of social media channels for sharing information, images Mrs Hart. Leader Alice Morris says the Council’s 2017/18 financial year, and videos. response to the fund has been great. will be open for applications in You can also engage with Council and our facilities “Owning a listed heritage building July 2017. “This has been the first year we’ve or site is a serious commitment. If directly through these channels. had a dedicated fund to help protect repairs or maintenance are required hamilton.govt.nz/heritagefund Hamilton City Council Hamilton City Council the city’s heritage and the owners for any reason this needs to be done Hamilton Gardens Hamilton NZ Hamilton Pools Hamilton City Libraries FMG Stadium Waikato Waikato Museum Thursday, 8 June – 7.45am - 9am Waikato Museum Hamilton Zoo Thursday, 15 June – 7.45am - 9am Arts Post Meet the Mayor Claudelands Thursday, 22 June – 7.45am - 9am Hamilton Gardens Are there any city issues you would like Hamilton Zoo to discuss with Mayor Andrew King? Thursday, 29 June – 7.45am - 9am Hamilton City Libraries Hamilton NZ Hamilton City Council Appointments must be booked in advance. Please phone 838 6976 to book a 10-minute Please report to Reception on the ground floor of Hamilton Adopt a Dog Hamilton Zoo appointment during one of the following times. the Hamilton City Council Building in Civic Square. National Contemporary Art Award

hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton 7 JUNE / JULY visit 2017 visithamilton.co.nz MUSICAL FEAST WAIKATO MUSEUM 8 JUNE, 12PM TO 1PM Hear top young musicians from the Conservatorium of Music at the University of Waikato. Entry is free. WAIKATOMUSEUM.CO.NZ

FIELDAYS NZ MYSTERY CREEK EVENTS CENTRE 14 TO 17 JUNE New Zealand National Agricultural Fieldays is the largest agribusiness exhibition in the southern hemisphere. National Fieldays is held over four days each June attracting in excess of 130,000 visitors from around New Zealand and internationally from 38 different countries! PREMIER.TICKETEK.CO.NZ

THE WAIKATO’S GOT TALENT SHOW LIONS LEADER: Coach Warren Gatland will speak at the Chiefs Gala Dinner. GRAIN EXCHANGE 16 JUNE, 7PM TO 9.30PM A family-friendly event, held with the hearts of the community in mind. GLORIAGRACE.WEEBLY.COM Legends unite for

MID-WINTER MUSIC WAIKATO MUSEUM Chiefs Gala Dinner

24 JUNE, 3PM TO 4PM Rugby’s elite are joining forces to “The combination of the Gallagher Come in to Waikato Museum for some free, warming tunes from the Cambridge deliver a once in a lifetime Hamilton Chiefs v British & Irish Lions match Brass Quintet. experience on the eve of the British and the array of activities happening WAIKATOMUSEUM.CO.NZ & Irish Lions match against the around the game will make for a truly Gallagher Chiefs. special time for the people of our region. We hope the Chiefs Gala Dinner will WAIKATO WEDDING EXPO To celebrate this historic match in the add to the rich tapestry of British & Irish HAMILTON GARDENS DHL New Zealand Lions Series 2017, 25 JUNE, 9.30AM TO 3.30PM Lions tours.” the Chiefs Rugby Club has partnered The expo showcases the most comprehensive selection of wedding products and services with All Blacks Hospitality and the The prestigious event also doubles as a gathered under one roof. It is a must see event by soon-to-weds and their wedding parties Hamilton City Council to stage a philanthropic opportunity for attendees, as it presents the newest ideas and latest styles in tying the knot. special Chiefs Gala Dinner on June 19, with the Chiefs Gala Dinner to raise WEDDINGEXPO.NET.NZ featuring a lineup of world-class coaches funds for the Ronald McDonald House and players both past and present. charity through live and silent auctions GENEALOGY WORKSHOP: FIND YOUR ANCESTORS Hamilton-born British & Irish Lions head on behalf of the Harcourts Foundation. coach Warren Gatland will join Gallagher WAIKATO MUSEUM As well as reliving famous British & Irish 30 JUNE, 12PM TO 1PM Chiefs head coach Dave Rennie for a candid question and answer session Lions tour moments through this array Join Shelley North, Heritage Librarian – Family History for an informative one-hour session of fantastic speakers, attendees will to help you get started with researching your family history. hosted by Scotty Stevenson. Other notable speakers include former All also enjoy a continuous premium food WAIKATOMUSEUM.CO.NZ Blacks Grant Fox and Mils Muliaina, and beverage service to their tables and British & Irish Lions legends Gavin throughout the evening. BABY EXPO Hastings and Will Greenwood. Packages for the Chiefs Gala Dinner CLAUDELANDS start from $299 plus GST per person. 1 JULY - 2 JULY, 10AM TO 4PM Chiefs Rugby Club CEO Andrew

Waikato Baby Expo - Discover all you need to know from bump, to birth and beyond. Flexman says: “I am thrilled the Chiefs For further information and to secure CLAUDELANDS.CO.NZ Rugby Club, alongside its event your seats, visit the Chiefs website. partners, is able to mark this historic occasion with an event of this quality. chiefs.co.nz

YOUR MAYOR AND COUNCILLORS

Andrew King Mark Bunting Paula Southgate Angela O’Leary Mayor Councillor: East Ward Councillor: East Ward Councillor: West Ward 07 838 6976 027 808 5164 021 589 957 021 343 774 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

James R Casson Philip Yeung Geoff Taylor Councillor: East Ward Councillor: East Ward Councillor: West Ward 027 808 5173 027 808 1626 027 808 5170 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Martin Gallagher Garry Mallett Siggi Henry Leo Tooman Deputy Mayor Councillor: East Ward Councillor: West Ward Councillor: West Ward 027 808 5155 07 838 6766 021 741 021 021 512 098 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Rob Pascoe Dave Macpherson Councillor: East Ward Councillor: West Ward 021 988 742 021 477 388 [email protected] [email protected]

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