Minutes of a meeting of the Tararua District Council held in the Council Chamber, 26 Gordon Street, Dannevirke on Wednesday 29 June 2016 commencing at 1.00 pm.

1. Present

His Worship the Mayor - Mr R A Ellis, Crs T H Collis, J E Crispin, S A Hull, C J Isaacson, P A Johns and D A Roberts.

In Attendance

Mr B King - Chief Executive

Mr R Taylor - Governance Manager

Mr P Wimsett - Manager Strategy and District Development

Mr R Suppiah - Chief Financial Officer

Mrs K Dever-Tod - Manager Assets Group

Mr M Thomas - Strategy and Policy Adviser

Mr C Lunn - Manager Regulatory Services

Mrs L Simpkin - Economic Development and Communications Manager (until item 13)

Mr C Veale - Community Assets and Property Manager (for item 14)

Mr D Watson - Water and Wastewater Manager (for item 14)

2. Council Prayer

2.1	The Mayor opened the meeting with the Council Prayer.

3. Apologies

3.1	*That the apologies be sustained from Crs W H Keltie and K R Fenemor for non-attendance at the meeting.* Crs Collis/Crispin Carried

4. Notification of Items Not on the Agenda

4.1

Nil

5. Declarations of Conflicts of Interest in Relation to this Meeting’s Items of Business

5.1

Nil

6. Personal Matters

6.1	The Council convey its congratulations to Anne Cairns of Dannevirke on being part of the Samoan team in the K1 200-metre kayaking at the 2016 Olympics held at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
6.2	Cr Crispin thanked the Council for the flowers received and condolences extended on the passing of his mother.

7. Confirmation of Minutes

7.1	*That the minutes of the Council meeting held on 25 May 2016 (as circulated) be confirmed as a true and accurate record of the meeting.* Crs Hull/Johns Carried

8. Any Matters Arising from the Minutes not otherwise dealt with in the Agenda

8.1	Cell Tower (Item 8.2)
8.1.1	A committee has been established to investigate options to provide a cell tower at the top of Oporae Range.
8.2	Ngawapurua Railway Bridge (Item 12.4)
8.2.1	The diving team engaged by KiwiRail has inspected the foundations of the Ngawapurua Railway Bridge to investigate major erosion around the pillars.

9. Community Boards and Community Committees Reports

9.1

Dannevirke Community Board

9.1.1

That the report of the Dannevirke Community Board meeting held on 7 June 2016 (as circulated) be received.

Crs Isaacson/Collis Carried

9.2

Eketahuna Community Board

9.2.1

That the report of the Eketahuna Community Board meeting held on 3 June 2016 (as circulated) be received.

Crs Isaacson/Collis Carried

9.3

Pahiatua On Track

9.3.1

That the report of the Pahiatua On Track meeting held on 1 June 2016 (as circulated) be received.

Crs Isaacson/Collis Carried

9.4

Woodville Districts' Vision

9.4.1

That the report of the Woodville Districts’ Vision meeting held on 2 June 2016 (as circulated) be received.

Crs Isaacson/Collis Carried

10. Reports

10.1

Final Decisions Following Submissions on the Class 4 Gambling and Racing Board Venue Policy

10.1.1

That the report from the Strategy and Policy Adviser dated 22 June 2016 concerning final decisions following submissions on the Class 4 Gambling and Racing Board Venue Policy (as circulated) be received, and

That the submissions forwarded to the draft Class 4 Gambling and Racing Board Venue Policy review be noted, and

That the current sinking lid policy with a target for Class 4 gaming machine numbers of 100 be retained, and

That a relocation policy that allow existing operators to relocate their venues with the same number of gaming machines as in operation immediately prior to the relocation be introduced, and

That the Council adopt the Class 4 Gambling and Racing Board Venue Policy as set out in appendix 1 attached to this report.

Crs Roberts/Hull Carried

10.2

Adoption of the Food Act 2014 Fees and Charges

10.2.1

That the report from the Strategy and Policy Adviser dated 21 June 2016 concerning the adoption of the Food Act 2014 fees and charges (as circulated) be received, and

That the submissions forwarded on the proposed fees structure relating to the Food Act 2014 be noted, and

That the Council adopt option 1 to form the basis of the fees statement under the Food Act 2014 to come into effect on 1 July 2016, being as follows:

Function

Fees (inclusive of GST)

Timing of payment

Registration

Application for registration of Food Control Plan based upon a template or model issued by MPI or a business subject to a national programme

$200 (includes up to 3 hours of processing time)

$140 per hour for every extra hour of processing time

$200 payable by the applicant on application for registration

Any remainder payable within 20 working days of issue of invoice

Renewal of Registration

Application for renewal of registration

$100 fixed fee (includes up to 2 hours of processing time)

$140 per hour for every extra hour of processing time

$100 payable by the applicant on application for registration

Any remainder payable within 20 working days of issue of invoice

Amendment to Registration

Amendment to registered Food Control Plan based on a template or model issued by MPI or to registration of a business subject to a national programme

$100 fixed fee (includes up to 1 hour of processing the application)

$140 per hour for every extra hour of processing the application

$100 payable by applicant on application

Any remainder payable within 20 working days of issue of invoice

Verification

Verification including site visits and compliance checks with Food Plans, and also covers any follow up verification site visits to check remedial actions/ verification checks

$245 fixed fee (includes up to 2 hours of verification activity)

$140 for every additional hour of verification activity

Payable within 20 days of issue of invoice

Function

Fees (inclusive of GST)

Timing of payment

Compliance and monitoring

· Complaint driven investigation resulting in issue of improvement notice by Food Safety Officer

· Application for review of issue of improvement notice

· Monitoring of food safety and suitability

$140 per hour

Payable within 20 days of issue of invoice

Premises Transitioning to Food Act 2014

Food hygiene registration payment will be transferred to the Food Act registration on a pro rata basis

Payable by the applicant on application for registration

Crs Isaacson/Johns Carried

10.3

2016/17 Annual Plan and Fees and Charges Schedule

10.3.1

That the report from the Chief Financial Officer dated 21 June 2016 concerning the 2016/17 Annual Plan and Fees and Charges Schedule (as circulated) be received, and

That the 2016 /17 Annual Plan and the Fees and Charges Schedule be adopted.

Crs Crispin/Hull Carried

10.4

Rates Resolution for the 2016/17 Year

10.4.1

That the report from the Revenue Manager dated 21 June 2016 concerning the rates resolution for the 2016/17 year (as circulated) be received, and

That the Tararua District Council resolve to set the rates under Section 23 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, the due dates for payment under Section 24 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 and authorise the addition of penalties for unpaid rates under Section 57 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 for the year commencing on 1 July 2016 and ending on 30 June 2017 as follows:

Please note:

· All references to sections are to sections of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002.

· All amounts stated are GST inclusive.

General Rate

Pursuant to Sections 13(2)(a) and 14, a general rate in the dollar of $0.00102541 of land value per rating unit in the district.

Uniform Annual General Charge

Pursuant to Section 15(1)(a), a uniform annual general charge as a fixed amount of $511.70 per rating unit in the district.

Libraries and Swimming Pools

Pursuant to Sections 16(3)(a) and 16(4)(a), a targeted rate as a fixed amount of $206.57 per rating unit in the district.

Specified Services Targeted Differential Rate

Pursuant to Sections 16(3)(b) and 16(4)(b), a rate in the dollar of land value for Rural and Urban properties, and capital value for Industrial/Commercial properties as follows:

Rural properties $0.00008982

Urban properties $0.00414517

Industrial/Commercial properties Urban $0.00174082

Industrial/Commercial properties Rural $0.00075665

Targeted Roading Rate

Pursuant to Sections 16(3)(a) and 16(4)(a), a uniform rate in the dollar of $0.00177911 on the land value per rating unit in the district.

Targeted Differential Uniform Roading Rate

Pursuant to Sections 16(3)(b) and 16(4)(b), a targeted rate, set on a differential basis as an amount per rating unit for the different categories of rateable land as follows:

Rural properties $280.49

Urban properties $ 44.53

Industrial/Commercial $ 95.55

Refuse and Recycling Targeted Differential Uniform Rate

Pursuant to Sections 16(3)(b) and 16(4)(b), a targeted rate, set on a differential basis as an amount per rating unit for the different categories of land as follows:

Rural properties $ 48.39

Urban properties $164.00

Industrial/Commercial $228.13

Urban Water Rate

Pursuant to Sections 16(3)(b) and 16(4)(b), a targeted rate set differently, as an amount of $356.65 per separately used or inhabitable part of a rating unit which receives an ordinary supply of water from an urban water supply, and an amount of $178.32 on every rating unit where an ordinary supply is available but is not connected, being a property situated within 100 metres from the water network and could be effectively connected to the water network, except for rateable properties on metered supply and the Pongaroa Water Supply.

Water by Meter Rates

Rating units on metered supply that are assessed rates under Sections 16(3)(b) and Sections 16(4)(b), 19(2)(a) and 19(2)(b) as follows:

All extraordinary users

· A targeted rate charged quarterly as an amount of $89.16 per rating unit.

· Plus quantities in excess of 100 cubic metres supplied during each consecutive three month period to be charged at $1.30 per m3.

All large industrial and intake line users

· A targeted rate charged quarterly as an amount of $89.16 per rating unit.

· Plus quantities in excess of 100 cubic metres supplied during each consecutive three month period to be charged at $0.65 per m3.

Pongaroa Water Supply

Pursuant to Section 19(2)(a), a targeted rate as an amount of $95.06 per unit of water supplied from the Pongaroa Water Supply.

Urban Wastewater Rate (excluding educational establishments, multiple unit residential properties and properties charged trade waste fees)

Pursuant to Sections 16(3)(b) and 16(4)(b), a targeted rate, set on a differential basis for urban wastewater as follows:

a) An amount of $399.89 per separately used or inhabitable part of a rating unit connected to the wastewater system, and

b) On every connected rating unit with 4 or more water closets/urinals, an amount of $133.28 for each water closet or urinal excluding the first 3, and excluding any in addition to 12; and

c) An amount of $199.94 on every rating unit where wastewater is available but is not connected, being a property situated within 100 metres from the wastewater network and it could be effectively connected to the wastewater system.

Note: A rating unit used primarily as a residence for one household will be treated as having only one water closet/urinal.

Urban Wastewater Rate – educational establishments and multi unit residential properties

Pursuant to Sections 16(3)(b) and 16(4)(b), for educational establishments and multi unit residential properties a targeted uniform rate of $399.89 on each water closet/urinal connected to the urban wastewater system.

Educational establishments are as defined under Schedule 1, Clause 6 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002.

Urban Stormwater Rate

Pursuant to Sections 16(3)(b) and 16(4)(b), a targeted uniform rate of $175.85 on every rating unit in the Tararua District stormwater drainage area as a fixed amount per rating unit.

Town Centre Special Development Loan Rate - Dannevirke

Pursuant to Sections 16(3)(b) and 16(4)(b), a targeted rate, set on a differential basis of a fixed amount of $16.34 on every rating unit in the North Ward and a fixed amount of $13.30 on every rating unit in the South Ward where a Lump Sum Contribution has not been elected under Part 4A comprising Sections 117A to 117N and Schedule 3A.

Town Centre Special Development Loan Rate - Woodville

Pursuant to Sections 16(3)(b) and 16(4)(b), a targeted rate set on a differential basis of $10.11 on every rating unit in the North Ward and of $12.53 on every rating unit in the South Ward.

Town Centre Special Development Loan Rate - Eketahuna

Pursuant to Sections 16(3)(b) and 16(4)(b), a targeted rate set on a differential basis of $4.56 on every rating unit in the North Ward and of $5.65 on every rating unit in the South Ward.

Due Date for Payment of Rates

Rates and charges for the year ending on 30 June 2017 will be assessed in four instalments, which will become due and payable on the following dates:

Instalment 1 31 August 2016

Instalment 2 30 November 2016

Instalment 3 28 February 2017

Instalment 4 31 May 2017

Charges for water by meter rates for the year ending on 30 June 2017 will be assessed in four instalments, which will become due and payable on the following dates:

Instalment 1 20 July 2016

Instalment 2 20 October 2016

Instalment 3 20 January 2017

Instalment 4 20 April 2017

Penalties

That the Council resolve pursuant to Section 57(1) to authorise the following penalties to be added on unpaid rates:

For all rates other than water by meter rates

a) A penalty under Section 58(1) (a) of 10 percent on so much of any instalment that has been assessed after 1 July 2016 and which is unpaid by due date for payment, to be applied on the day after the due date. (Instalment penalty)

b) A penalty under Section 58(1)(b) of 10 percent on so much of any rates assessed before 1 July 2016 which remain unpaid on 8 July 2016. (Arrears penalty)

c) A charge under Section 58(1)(c) of 10 percent on so much of any rates to which a penalty has been added under (b) above which remain unpaid on 8 January 2017. (Arrears penalty)

The scheduled dates to add the penalties to the unpaid rates are as at the following dates:

8 July 2016 (Arrears penalty)

1 September 2016 (Instalment penalty)

1 December 2016 (Instalment penalty)

8 January 2017 (Arrears penalty)

1 March 2017 (Instalment penalty)

1 June 2017 (Instalment penalty)

For water by meter rates

d) A charge under Section 58(1)(a) of 10 percent on so much of any water by meter rates if the rates remain unpaid a day after the due date.

The scheduled dates to add the penalties to the unpaid water by meter rates are as at the following dates:

21 July 2016 (Instalment penalty)

21 October 2016 (Instalment penalty)

21 January 2017 (Instalment penalty)

21 April 2017 (Instalment penalty)

Discount

Pursuant to Section 55 a 3% discount will be provided where a ratepayer makes full payment of the 2016/2017 rates on or before 31 August 2016.

Crs Johns/Collis Carried

10.5

Administration of the Food Act 2014

10.5.1

That the report from the Manager Regulatory Services dated 2 June 2016 concerning the administration of the Food Act 2014 (as circulated) be received, and

That the Council agree to be a recognised agency under the Food Act 2014, and to appoint its Environmental Health Officer, Pennie Smith as a recognised person to fulfil the role of acting as a verifier under that legislation for food businesses in the low risk categories.

Advisory Notes

· Low risk categories food businesses include coffee carts, service stations, dairies and retailers of chilled and frozen foods.

· The roles applicable to this appointment include deemed recognition to verify Food Control Plans, and by application to verify national programmes.

Crs Isaacson/Collis Carried

10.6

Delegation of Authority to Manager Regulatory Services

10.6.1

That the report from the Manager Regulatory Services dated 21 June 2016 concerning the delegation of authority to the Manager Regulatory Services (as circulated) be received, and

That the Council approve the delegations detailed in the schedule attached to this report.

Crs Crispin/Johns Carried

10.7

Planning Matters Determined Under Delegation

10.7.1

That the report from the Manager Regulatory Services dated 22 June 2016 concerning Planning matters determined under delegation (as circulated) be received and the Council note the approvals granted.

Crs Hull/Isaacson Carried

10.8	Sewerage Connection Request for the Te Kura Kaupapa
10.8.1	*That the report from the Chief Executive dated 22 June 2016 concerning a connection request for the Te Kura Kaupapa (as circulated) be received, and* That the Council authorise the Chief Executive to negotiate an agreement for providing a sewerage line and connections to the Kura and Marae in Makirikiri Road, and which is suitable for connection by other property owners on Makirikiri Road between State Highway 2 and the wastewater ponds, and That the Council request staff to discuss this proposed line with these property owners as situated within the area detailed in option 1 to determine the likely uptake without formally extending the drainage district. Crs Roberts/Collis Carried
10.9	Road Closure Requested Under the Tenth Schedule of the Local Government Act 1974
10.9.1	*That the report from the Alliance Manager dated 20 June 2016 concerning a road closure application under the Tenth Schedule of the Local Government Act 1974 (as circulated) be received, and* *That pursuant to Section 342 (1) (b) and the Tenth Schedule of the Local Government Act 1974, the Council resolve to close the following road for the purpose of allowing a military parade.* *Road name: High Street, Dannevirke (State Highway 2)* *Date of closure: Saturday 6 August 2016* *Period of closure: 12.30 pm to 1.30 pm* *Advisory Note* *Saturday 13 August 2016 is the reserve date of the road closure for this event should the weather be unfavourable on the aforementioned day* Crs Hull/Johns Carried

10.10	Grant Application of Rachel Cannon to the International Representatives Scheme
10.10.1	That the report from the Recreation Officer Sport Tararua dated 22 June 2016 concerning the grant application of Rachel Cannon to the International Representatives Scheme (as circulated) be received, and *That the Council approve the application made by Rachel Cannon selected to represent New Zealand at the Under 17 World Mounted Games Championships held in Ireland from 14 to 16 July 2016, and* *That the sum of $800.00 be granted from the International Representatives Scheme for this purpose.* Crs Isaacson/Johns Carried
10.11	Staff Report
10.11.1	Coast Road, Akitio and Route 52
10.11.1.1	It is pleasing to note the Alliance is to progress business cases for consideration by the New Zealand Transport Agency to repair the rock wall on Coast Road and address pavement issues on Route 52.
10.11.2	Woodville Pinfold Road Cemetery
10.11.2.1	The planting completed at Woodville Pinfold Road Cemetery is commended.
10.11.3	Pahiatua Cemetery
10.11.3.1	The work undertaken at Pahiatua Cemetery and concept plan to develop a stillborn area has been well received.
10.11.4	Carnegie Centre, Dannevirke
10.11.4.1	Interest has been expressed to consider possible options for the future of the Carnegie Centre building, noting that it is assessed as being earthquake-prone.
10.11.5	New Zealand Motor Caravan Association: Motorhome Friendly Towns
10.11.5.1	The Economic Development and Communications Manger is thanked for her work in achieving accreditation of Pahiatua as a Motorhome Friendly Town. There was a ceremony and formal presentation held in Pahiatua on 1 June 2016 to acknowledge this status recognised by the New Zealand Motorhome Caravan Association.
10.11.6	*That the report from the Chief Executive dated 22 June 2016 concerning an update on key projects and items of interest to the Council (as circulated) be received.* Crs Isaacson/Johns Carried

11. Portfolio Reports

11.1	Events
11.1.1	Cr Collis reported on the following events: · Housing hui organised by Robin Winter of Project Tararua to look at the quality and quantity of housing in the district. · Eketahuna Civil Defence Response Group yearly meeting.
11.2	Local Government New Zealand Rural and Provincial Sectors Meeting
11.2.1	Cr Johns and the Mayor reported on various subjects and speakers at the Local Government New Zealand Rural and Provincial Sectors meeting held in Wellington.
11.3	Community Relations
11.3.1	Cr Hull reported on the following matters: · The Pahiatua community vehicle transport service shall commence on 4 July 2016. · A restoration committee has been established for Carnival Park in Pahiatua. · A march for Moko was held in Pahiatua.
11.4	Dannevirke CACTUS Youth Programme
11.4.1	The Mayor acknowledged the value and success of the CACTUS youth programme undertaken in Dannevirke.
11.4.2	The programme involved thirty young persons participation, and only one individual withdrew and did not complete the physical training sessions involved.
11.5	Local Government Commission
11.5.1	The Mayor reported on the meeting held yesterday with Local Government Commission Chairman Sir Wira Gardiner and mayors and chief executives from the region.
11.5.2	The Local Government Commission is not looking to force local authority reorganisation through amalgamations, and it is seeking to work with communities where there is support and interest to consider alternative structures to improve and strengthen local government within an area or region.

12. Mayoral Matters

12.1

Nil

13. Items not on the Agenda

13.1

Nil

14.

Public Excluded Items of Business

14.1

That the public be excluded from the following parts of the proceedings of this meeting, namely:

Proposed lease of Woodville Domain Board land at Dodd Road, Woodville

Sale of three pensioner units at 21 Swinburn Street, Dannevirke

Woodville Impounded Water project

The general subject of each matter to be considered while the public is excluded, the reason for passing this resolution in relation to each matter, and the specific grounds under Section 48 (1) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 for the passing of this resolution follows.

*General subject matter to be considered*	*Reason for passing this resolution in relation to each matter*	*Ground(s) under Section 48(1) for the passing of this resolution*
*Proposed lease of Woodville Domain Board land at Dodd Road, Woodville*	*To protect commercial activities*	*Section (1)(a)(i)*
*Sale of three pensioner units at 21 Swinburn Street, Dannevirke*	*To protect commercial activities*	*Section (1)(a)(i)*
*Woodville Impounded Water project*	*To protect commercial activities*	*Section (1)(a)(i)*

This resolution is made in reliance on Section 48 (1) (a) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 and the particular interest or interests protected by Section 6 or Section 7 of that Act or Section 6 or Section 7 or Section 9 of the Official Information Act 1982, as the case may require, which would be prejudiced by the holding of the whole or the relevant part of the proceedings of the meeting in public are as follows:

s7(2)(h) The withholding of the information is necessary to enable the local authority to carry out, without prejudice or disadvantage, commercial activities.

Crs Roberts/Collis Carried

14.5	*That open meeting be resumed.* Crs Hull/Johns Carried

14.6

That the following decisions taken with the public excluded be confirmed in open meeting.

Item 14.2: Proposed Lease of Woodville Domain Board Land at Dodd Road, Woodville

That the Council enter into a lease agreement with Woodville Clay Target Club Incorporated for a further term of thirty-three years, and

That rent reviews be carried out every five years, with the rental set at 50% of the market valuation, and

That the revenue derived from the lease be directed back to the Woodville Domain Board for the running of the reserve land and its facilities.

Item 14.4: Woodville Impounded Water Project

That the Council approve the draft plans and request the Chief Executive to obtain the required building consent and any other land entry agreements required, and

That the Council request the Tararua Alliance to project manage and procure specialist bulk works for the Woodville Impounded Supply under the same terms and conditions as exist for roading and stormwater, with engagement of contractors in line with the Council’s procurement policy, and

That the Council confirm the overall capital budget for this project shall remain at $2m, and as part of this all supply agreements including a floating cover, impervious liner and a supplementary dam or such similar option can be entered into on the Council’s behalf either by the Chief Executive or the Manager of the Tararua Alliance as required, and

That once the building consent is obtained, the Council request the Chief Executive to report back on the proposed timeframe for the alteration and lining of the main dam, along with the overall price.

Crs Roberts/Hull Carried

There being no further business the Mayor thanked those present for their attendance and contributions, and declared the meeting closed at 2.55 pm.

____________________________

Mayor

Report

Date	:	26 July 2016
To	:	Mayor and Councillors Tararua District Council
From	:	Blair King Chief Executive
Subject	:	Staff Report
Item No	:	10.7

1. Reason for the Report

This report is to update Councillors on key projects and items of interest for the period from 22 June to 26 July 2016.

Key Points

2. LGNZ 2016 Conference

The overall theme was how collaboration and innovation were required to ensure Councils added value to their communities in delivering services. The focus is on how to best provide the core infrastructure including broadband that residents and businesses are more reliant on, freeing up rates money for economic development and enabling growth.

As already noted in the media, there is a significant disconnect between how some parts of central government see amalgamation as the silver bullet, versus the evidence from other speakers on how lean and nimble organisations are proving the most efficient and effective service providers and partners.

A key quote was

“In the future, instead of striving to be right at a high cost, it will be more appropriate to be flexible and plural at a lower cost. If you cannot accurately predict the future, then you must flexibly be prepared to deal with various possible futures”.

3. Council Induction Post Elections

We are working with Frank Aldridge to provide the Councillor only strategy session, which was one of the recommendations of the LGNZ Governance Review accepted by Council earlier this year. This will be timed to occur between the election results and the formal acceptance of the Oath of Office, and be followed by portfolio briefings in line with the Annual Plan activities.

4. Sealing of Documents

The Mayor and the Chief Executive signed the following document under the Council’s common seal:

· Deed of licence for grazing of Mangatainoka Domain – Kerrison Fergus

5. Health and Safety

We have had a positive response from our Contractors involved in the June workshops, involving submitting their Health and Safety information to Council for review. We are working through the process of creating a ‘Health and Safety Approved Suppliers list’ in order for staff to consider Health and Safety when procuring services.

One near miss and no incidents have been reported in the month since the last report. The hazard involved in the near miss incident has since been eliminated.

We are also improving our internal incident reporting and investigation process to be handled through our electronic CRM system.

Human Resources

6. Recruitment

We welcome and congratulate the successful applicants for the Records & Information Assistant positions, Tracey Hinton, Teresa Llewell – Carter and Caitlyn Te Huki. Well done to these ladies, a great result out of 53 applicants and some fierce competition.

7. Job Sizing

The revision/updating of all (70) position descriptions is complete. Two days were spent with Michael Ashe from Strategic Pay reviewing all job descriptions for the purpose of job sizing (previously benchmarking). The review has also enabled the updating of the Health and Safety clause within the job descriptions; this will assist with the up and coming ACC accreditation. Results of the review will be through shortly enabling the salary review process to commence.

8. Wellness in the Workplace

Our HR Manager is working with Southern Cross to deliver a Healthier Lifestyle toolkit. We kick off in August with the Healthier Eye’s toolkit where OPSM will provide free vision screening for ALL staff (including non-members).

Activity Reports

Tararua Alliance

Executive Summary

9. The focus for June has been on completing several projects for the end of the financial year. Work has continued on the Eketahuna Main Street upgrade, Saddle Road, car park construction and sealing for the Assets group and several of the remaining emergency works reinstatement projects.

The highlight for the month was the relocation of the Kiwi for the Eketahuna Main Street Upgrade. The team worked closely with Cr Tracey Collis and the Community Board to develop a communication plan and safe work method for the activity. While there was some trepidation around the move due to the fragility of the Kiwi, the work progressed as planned. Landscaping works have continued on the site, with only miscellaneous lighting and litter bins left to finish. Work is also continuing on the War Memorial site. Work will not commence on the Bridge Street Intersection until next season due to the adverse weather conditions.

The maintenance teams are continuing to work on pre-reseal repairs for the 2016/17 reseal sites. This includes high shoulder removal, drainage work and pavement repairs. Work is underway on finalising the 2016/17 reseal programme, undertaking seal designs and arranging stockpiling of sealing chip for next season. The actual 2016/17 reseal activity is programmed to commence in November 2016.

The Saddle Road project has now practically closed down for the winter months. Some small miscellaneous activities will continue and Stringfellows will monitor and maintain the site over the winter months. The Alliance is currently undertaking design work on the remaining sites, which is predominantly related to pavement rehabilitation activities, and work is expected to commence in early summer.

The majority of work has now been completed on the emergency works sites for last season. These include work on River Road, Route 52 and Castlehill Road. These sites were a combination of retaining walls, bench and fill operations, rock placement and guardrail works. The remaining work is centred on pavement preparation and sealing and will be completed as the weather allows.

Outside of the physical works the key focus of the Alliance is finalising plans for next year’s renewals projects. This includes both rehabilitations and reseals. The plan is to have all of the survey, design and pre-construction planning completed over the winter months so that the works crews can begin as soon as the weather permits. Key activities for next month will be developing the Target Cost Estimate for 2016/17 and aligning this to the Council and NZTA approved budgets.

The Alliance recently held annual subcontractor inductions for its contractors and suppliers. Subcontractors have been recognised as a critical risk within the Alliance and the focus is on ensuring that all of the contractors that work for both the Alliance and TDC are compliant, have good health and safety systems and are proactive about managing the safety of their staff. Subcontractors are an extension of our business and they are treated as though they are Alliance staff.

Planning

10. Work this month has centred on reporting to NZTA and TDC for the end of the financial year. Included in reporting has been complete reporting on Renewal and Capital work completed for the financial year.

The key focus over the next month is developing the 2016/17 Target Costs Estimates for all roading, stormwater, water and wastewater activities for the new financial year. These will be aligned to the Council budgets and form the basis for the Alliance Forward Works Programmes for all activities for 2016/17.

11. Pavement & Reseal Renewals

Work is continuing on planning for the 2016/17 Pavement Rehabilitation and Reseals activities. The delivery team is continuing with completing pre-reseal repairs, and testing is currently being undertaken on the pavement rehabilitation sites to determine methods of repair. The following roads have been identified for pavement rehabilitation projects for 2016/17:

Planning is also underway for the reconstruction of carparks in Pongaroa and at Pahiatua Stadium. Testing will be undertaken on the pavement, as well as reviewing all stormwater and other underground utilities to determine their condition and any need to renew prior to completing pavement repairs.

The design team is also completing a number of designs relating to Asset work, including the Dannevirke Sewage Treatment Ponds, as well as surveying Minor Improvement works in Dannevirke to improve safety and parking outside Dannevirke High School.

12. Minor Improvements

The 2016/17 Minor Safety programme is currently being finalised and will be aligned with the Rehabilitation projects and associated budgets.

A recent safety audit undertaken by GHD for Millers Road highlighted several issues, including sight rails located approximately 100m past the Makirikiri Road intersection. A number of recommendations have been put forward, and the Alliance are assessing the various options.

Makirikiri Road Intersection sight improvements will begin over the next few weeks as the weather allows.

13. Water and Waste Water

The Alliance are currently developing the Forward Works programme for the 2016/17 financial year and aligning this to the budgets. Work is underway on reviewing the condition ratings of the pipes completed with the CCTV Camera. The focus is on developing a Forward Works Programme and budget to address the pipes rated between 4 and 5 on the condition rating scale.

The new water jetting/blasting unit is currently being assembled in Auckland and is due for delivery at the end of August. Once completed this equipment will go straight to work cleaning a large amount of the wastewater network (approximately 21km) to allow the CCTV work to be completed and the pipes to be condition rated.

Work programmed over the next few weeks includes the replacement of an 80mm diameter cast iron water main in Sedcole Street. This will tie in and link up with the recently-renewed 100mm main laid in Queen Street. The focus is on the water network at present due to the high water tables, and work will begin on the programme of wastewater renewals when the weather improves.

14. CCTV Camera

The following streets pipework were CCTV surveyed during June:

Fergusson Street	Infiltration check – Woodville
McLean Street	Infiltration check – Woodville
Wakeman Street	Pahiatua – Stormwater
Grey Street	Woodville – Stormwater
Cadman Street	Dannevirke – Stormwater/collapsed culvert
Norsewood	Stock company
Newman Road	Infiltration check – Eketahuna
Memorial Hall	Sewer lateral – Eketahuna
Tui Street	Check line – Pahiatua
Queen Street	Dannevirke
London Street	Dannevirke
Main Street	Pahiatua
Hospital Street	Section under railway – Dannevirke
Seddon Street	Dannevirke – flats
Ruahine Street	Dannevirke – Umutaoroa Road end
Allan Street	Dannevirke
Denmark Street	Dannevirke – Stormwater

15. Infiltration Checks

The Alliance is currently undertaking infiltration checks on the flows within the wastewater manholes through Woodville. This is to try to identify and isolate areas of the network experiencing high infiltration volumes. Once identified, we can then concentrate on trying to identify the main source of infiltration. Work will also commence in Pahiatua over the next few weeks, as the treatment team is having issues with high flows entering their plants.

16. Forward-Planned CCTV Surveys

Tennyson Street
Claudius Street
Barraud Street	(Denmark – Waterloo Streets)
Allen Street
Thyra Street
Burns Street
Gertrude Street

17. Dannevirke Oxidation No 1 Pond

Opus have completed the drone survey of Pond 1. The survey involves a small quad helicopter drone flying over the area at a fixed height, and capturing overlapping high quality aerial photos, which are then “stitched” together to produce a single image. This image is then used to develop a three dimensional surface model using photogrammetric methods. This surface model can then be loaded into drawing programmes such as AutoCAD to calculate volumes.

The data has been delivered by Opus, and work is underway on producing a design surface from which volumes for remaining material can be calculated. Surface data is extremely detailed however (more than 2 million points, compared to 3000 - 7000 points on a normal Roading survey) and this is causing some issues in CAD and is a very slow process.

The adjacent photo has been taken by the drone and illustrates the footprint of the pond. The internal green areas are the lined sludge disposal ponds.

18. Woodville Reservoir

Work is underway on planning for the Woodville Reservoir. The initial estimates have been completed and the team is now working on developing registrations of interest and tender documents for the 3 key portions of the work. These include earthworks and drainage, concrete works and the liner and cover.

The following are some of the key updates:

· Materials have been secured through Viking Containment for the liner and cover

· Building Consent application will be lodged with Environment Waikato once we have the two Project Information Memorandums from Horizons and Tararua District Council in-hand

· Discussions are underway with Horizons regarding earthworks consents

· Registrations of interest and tender documentation being developed

· Initial cost estimate and construction programme completed

19. Other Projects under Design/Construction

The Planning and Design team is currently working on the following projects:

· Eketahuna CBD upgrade – War Memorial Hall setup plan

· Mangatainoka Cemetery – walkway and stormwater upgrade.

· Mangatera Cemetery – Access road upgrade.

· Pahiatua CBD upgrade – started surveying

· As Built plans for capital works

· Council mobility car park layout and stormwater upgrade

· Pahiatua CBD upgrade – survey and design

· Woodville – Vogel Street rear property stormwater upgrade

· King Street, Dannevirke car park upgrade.

Further progress updates will be provided in next month’s report.

Delivery

20. General Maintenance

Work continued for the month of June around the district to complete sign maintenance installation, minor maintenance and pavement and drainage repairs. The change in weather conditions has increased some activities such as clearing slips and trees, along with some minor dropouts.

21. Sealed Pavement Maintenance

The teams are working towards finalising the 2016/17 pre-reseal repair programmes for internal approval and commencement of physical work. The focus is on having the pre-reseal repairs completed before November so that resealing can commence.

The pavement crew are currently tidying up the remaining 2016/17 work, and will commence the 2017/18 sites when they are approved.

Recent inspections of Route 52 have highlighted several sections that are in need of repair. This is due to the increased logging activities. The pavement is in poor condition and the planning team is currently developing a long term strategy for this route. The Alliance is working with Opus to undertake a geology study on Route 52 with the aim of developing a funding strategy to present to NZTA for special funding. This is expected to take a few months to complete and in the meantime several sections have been signed with 50km temporary speed restrictions until repairs can be undertaken.

22. Unsealed Pavement Maintenance

Maintenance metal is applied to the unsealed roads in a planned approach via CRMs, feedback from network inspectors, patrolmen and the grader operators. Some roads programmed for the month of July are below.

· Coast Road

· Speedy Road

· Rakautatahi Road

· Ngapaeruru Road

· Tautane Road

· Range Road (A)

The maintenance graders have a full programme of work ahead of them. As well as responding to CRMs as and when required, the team travel around the network in an efficient manner. Some roads programmed for the month of July are below:

· Range Road

· Manuhara Road

· Tawera Road

· Waitahora Road

· Swinburn Street

· Tamaki East Road

· Surreydale Road

· Towai Road

23. Emergency Works

The remainder of the 2015/16 flood damage sites have now been completed. The Alliance has identified two new dropouts that need repairing on Waitahora and Kaitawa Roads. Once the weather improves, work will commence to repair these sites.

With winter now upon us, we have crews clearing minor slips and clearing water 22.

24. Pavement Rehabilitations

The team has now shifted their focus to the planning phase for the 2016/17 rehabilitation programme, with an emphasis on using our learnings from last season and applying them to the 2016/17 rehabilitation projects. Site testing has commenced to assist with the pavement designs and design work is expected to be completed by the end of September.

25. Pavement Reseals

Work has now begun on the planning phase for the 2016/17 reseal programme. The team is currently working on seal designs and arranging sealing chip stockpiles for the upcoming season. Physical works are expected to commence in November 2016.

26. Urban Maintenance/Construction

General Maintenance activities are completed as and when required and the work teams are responding to CRMs. The street sweeping programme is continuing and work will soon commence on cleaning sump bases.

The employment of our new urban maintenance general hand has shown significant improvement across our urban maintenance environment. This is showing a real benefit with a reduction in CRMs for litter and general tidiness of the townships.

27. Eketahuna Main Street Upgrade

The majority of the programmed work has now been completed. The current focus is on completing the Memorial Hall work. The Kiwi has been relocated to its new home outside the Chorus building and the landscaping work has largely been completed. New landscaping rocks and bollards have been installed and the planting of trees and shrubs will now commence. The team is waiting on suppliers to supply new street lights, rubbish bins and final signs and bollards. These will be installed as soon as they arrive.

The upgrade on Bridge Street has been postponed until September 2016 due to inclement weather affecting progress.

28. Saddle Road

Stringfellows are continuing to undertake general maintenance work on Saddle Road over the winter months. Minor works only are being completed and full project works are due to commence again in mid-September

The recent closure of the Gorge due to a truck accident increased the traffic volume on the Saddle Road. There were no major issues and the pavement has held up well. Some minor issues occurred with the seal on the boundary corner starting to lift in a couple of places due to the stresses of the heavy vehicles. Stringfellows have since carried out seal patching and will monitor over the next couple of months.

Survey work is still required for realignment of Site 4, as well as for rehabilitation of sites 4 and 5. The rehabilitation project on site 3 is currently being priced and will commence next construction season.

The retaining wall on rehabilitation site 4 is currently being designed by the Alliance. Additional resources have been drafted in from Downer to assist with this work and the Alliance will undertake construction drawings once the design is complete.

We will move on to design work for Site 4 and rehabilitation for site 4 as soon as survey work is completed. There is a need to keep ahead of the contractor to ensure no hold-ups once the work season arrives.

29. Water and Waste Water Reticulation Maintenance

The following CRMs were received and attended to during June:

Water Faults attended 44

Wastewater 7

Stormwater 4

30. Completed Work Programme

The water main renewal in London StreetDannevirke is now underway. This includes undertaking approximately 175m of 100mm diameter water main renewal and 12 lateral connections.

The construction of the underground pipes is now complete and the team is awaiting improved weather for the completion of the sealing and asphalting of the footpaths.

Work has also been completed on the following projects:

· Water Meter cut-ins on Woodville treatment plant main outlet pipes.

· Carlson Street, 150mm sewer main replacement, section, approximately 40 lineal metres.

· The Alliance is currently working on a 100mm water main renewal in Albert Street, Pahiatua, between Tui Street and Mangahao Road.

· Quarterly flushing of watermains in Eketahuna, Pahiatua, Woodville and Dannevirke. Under instruction from the TDC treatment team we have also installed three sample taps around the district to monitor the water quality.

Performance

31. Financial Performance

32. Corridor Access Request Management System

During the month of June the Alliance received 51 Before U Dig requests through the Corridor Access Request system. Undertaking this activity has increased the workload of Alliance staff and considerable work is going into ensuring that both contractors, utility and landowners are aware of their responsibility in submitting TMPs for approval. Twenty three Corridor Access Requests were received and 30.

33. Customer Feedback

The CRM completion rate and feedback scores continues to trend well. Results from June are up on the previous month with a score of 4.41 out of 5.

34. Response times

CRM response times are also trending very well. Results for June saw the Alliance achieve an average response time to CRMs of 1.5 days, with the target of five days initial response.

Overall there has been a significant improvement over the past 12 months in regards to CRM response, completion and feedback.

35. Traffic Management

During the month of June, six sites were officially audited with all being assessed as compliant. All sites had minor improvements needed, which were addressed on the day. Due to the inclement weather, staff have had to monitor unmanned sites closely with the wind blowing signs over.

Several sections of Route 52 have had temporary speed restrictions (50km) applied due to the increased logging operations and subsequent pavement deterioration.

36. Performance Framework KRAs & KPIs

The Alliance Performance framework is now embedded into the Alliance and the majority of the KRAs and KPIs are being measured.

37. Key Performance Framework Results

Assets Group

Executive Summary

38. Considerable progress has been made in the past month on planning for projects in the 2016/2017 financial year. The team is all adapting well to the new project planning framework and are adding real value to the process, either as a project manager or a member of the project planning team. The challenge for the staff will be to resource the project-planning phase, which involves a number of project planning meetings and workshops, whilst also managing business as usual activities. Going forward, it is expected that projects will all enter the planning phase at different times so there will not be such a bulge of planning effort.

Despite the inclement weather, a number of projects have progressed well during July. The Dannevirke water treatment plant is nearing completion, the whales in the Woodville wastewater pond have been fixed and the Woodville camping ground is close to being ready to reopen. Levelling of the area for the Pahiatua water supply tank is complete and the geotechnical boring is well underway, albeit that this has been slowed by adverse conditions.

A highlight this month has been the development of the walkway and public picnic area in the Lower Domain. This area provides a tranquil spot with river access, close to the heart of the town centre. It complements the other features available at the Domain for both residents and visitors. The area has been developed in conjunction with horizons, and will be publicised once the grass has re-established.

Work on the Dannevirke wastewater pond remains in abeyance. The drone survey was delayed by the weather and the survey results have just been received. The Alliance will use these survey results to assess the amount of metal required to be shifted to complete the pond formation.

The Eketahuna camping ground toilets project has now entered the options analysis phase. Staff are working with the caretakers on a temporary solution before summer 2016/2017, whilst the longer-term options are worked through.

Staff have continued to work with contractors to ensure that the Council’s expectations regarding health and safety are able to be met. This has included hazard identification workshops and reviewing the policy and procedures of each contractor. To date no real issues have arisen.

Utilities

Water Supplies

39. District

The Water Safety Plans for Norsewood, Woodville, Pahiatua and Eketahuna have been received for staff to review prior to the final documents being sent to Ministry of Health. The plans outline how we intend to manage the treatment and supply of drinking water to ensure risks to health are minimised. The completion of water safety plans is a compliance requirement.

40. Woodville

We are trialling a submersible pump to mix the contact tank to produce better flocculation. This will improve the flash mixing of the coagulant and give us better floc formation to settle in the clarifier so there is less carry over to the DE filter. It will enhance the performance of the plant and prevent blinding on the sand-filter, which in-turn means less backwashing. If there is no improvement, we will look to install a static mixer within the clarifier at the Woodville plant. This will also be an advantage when we have low flows in the Mangapapa Stream.

41. Pahiatua

We are awaiting the geo-technical report on ground conditions at the reservoir site. The testing was delayed by the weather, and is now progressing very slowly due to the presence of large rocks in the subsoil layers. Once the geotechnical information has been gathered the foundation designs can be completed, and the building consent application lodged. Completion of the tender documents for construction of the foundation is also dependent on the final foundation design.

A change to the designation of the site under the District Plan is also required as the designation is currently waste disposal. We are applying to change it to waste disposal and water supply to reflect existing and future activities planned for the site. OPUS has been engaged to prepare the documents and to apply for the alteration to the existing designation.

42. Dannevirke Treatment Plant

The building has been completed. Filtec technicians are on site fitting the pipework, electrical, pumps and UV units. Work on this part of the project should be completed by 22 July.

Wastewater

43. Resource Consents

The second pre-hearing for the Eketahuna and Pahiatua consent applications has been set down for 30 August.

Horizons has sent Council a series of draft consent conditions for consideration and feedback prior to the next pre-hearing. One of the draft conditions relates to the offer made by Council staff at the last pre-hearing to form a working party to act as a vehicle for community input into Council continuing investigations into alternative disposal options for treated wastewater, as a condition of a medium term consent being granted. This offer was made in an attempt to find middle ground between Council and those submitters who objected to the consent application on the basis that Council was intending to continue to discharge to an open waterway.

Attempts have been made to draft terms of reference for a working party. It has become apparent that due to the differing views and expectations of the interested parties regarding the intent of the working party and the membership, the Council will not be able to form and manage a single working party as a condition of a consent. Council has advised Horizons of these issues, and its desire to remove this as a condition of any consent issued.

At this time it is unclear whether the Council will be proceeding to a hearing or when.

44. MfE - Dannevirke

The inflow pipe into the number one pond has been renewed and repositioned, a concrete pad is to be constructed as well as a control chamber by the existing outflow manhole. Batters around the pond edge are being formed and rolled at present. Further work on the pond is on hold, pending the results of the recent drone survey and an improvement in the weather.

45. MfE Projects – Woodville

The No.2 Pond has finally been relined, following the issue with the whales under the old liner. Baffles are being refitted in place ready for refilling. Once the pond is refilled, sampling to support the consent application will commence.

Infiltration levels in the wastewater reticulation system are running very high at present. We have had Alliance staff lift manholes on the wastewater reticulation to ascertain where the big volumes are accumulating from. High flows are present in McLean Street, Fergusson Street, Ormond Street, Grey Street and Gladstone Street. We have to ascertain where the major problems are – whether they are property laterals, pipes or manholes in the reticulation. One of the issues we may have could be cracked or joint problems in several laterals, which are the owners’ responsibility. This may cause problems with the repairs or the cost of getting the repairs done as it would be the property owner’s responsibility.

46. MfE Projects - Pahiatua

The following graph is a snapshot from our SCADA telemetry from 14 July. It indicates a very high volume of inflow to the wastewater ponds from 4.00am to 12.00pm, well in excess of what would result from usual household activity. The graph also indicates that is not a high water table causing the issue, as this would result in high flow throughout the day.

This pattern gives the impression that there is some serious infiltration from roof catchments or possibly stormwater drains connected into the wastewater reticulation when we have a sudden downpour of rain. We will carry out a similar manhole inspection with the Alliance to investigate high flows in the network. A smoke testing programme, or dye testing may be worth considering throughout the district.

Property

Housing for the Elderly

47. Occupancy

77 flats are presently occupied, there are currently 5 vacant flats, which are:

Aften Court, Dannevirke	2 flats vacant	64, 182 days
Ballarat Court, Dannevirke	1 flats vacant	234
Elsinore Court, Dannevirke	1 flat vacant	60 days
Burns Street, Dannevirke	1 flat vacant	43 days

Council is negotiating the final sale terms and conditions for the three flats in Swinburn Street, Dannevirke.

Camping Grounds

48. Bookings

	June 2016	June 2015	% Change
Dannevirke	155	192	20% drop
Pahiatua	214	447	50% drop
Woodville	0	42	Closed
Eketahuna	179	246	25% drop

Visitor numbers were lower in June 2016 than June 2015, for all camping grounds, most likely due to the weather. The large drop in numbers at Pahiatua is as a result of the higher than usual figures in 2015, during the construction works at Fonterra.

49. Woodville

The Woodville Camping ground project is nearing completion. The fence is now finished. A bit more work is needed on the hardstand area to stop water pooling. The new pillar boxes, which provide power for motorhomes, will be installed in the next two weeks.

Parks and Reserves

50. Dannevirke Lower Domain Walkway

Work has now been completed to develop a new walkway and river access area at the Dannevirke Lower Domain. The site is accessed from alongside the drive to the Scout Hall. The ground now needs to settle. Once the new fence and grass are established, the site will be opened to the public. Council will promote this site through the Bush Telegraph to let people know it is there for their use. It provides a unique area for picnicking and paddling in the urban centre.

51. Scout Park – Lower Domain

The trees in Scout Park have been tidied up and an old fence line removed. This was a hazard for the scouts using the area.

52. Pahiatua Old Sale Yard Site

Work is continuing on the installation of the new skate park under the management of the Wheel Park committee.

53. Mangatainoka Domain

One tender for the grazing of the Mangatainoka Domain was received. The tender was accepted and the documents have been sent to the successful tenderer for signing.

54. Woodville Domain Board

The Woodville Clay Target Club Incorporated has exercised its right to renew its existing lease of Domain Board land on Dodd Road, Woodville for a further term. The lease is an old Lands Department lease that came under the management of Council as part of the Local Government amalgamations. The Council determined to set the rental payable at 50% of the market value for the new term. The renewal documents have now been signed.

Cemeteries

55. General – Website and Brochure

We are in the early stages of setting up a Cemetery page on our website that will have more information on our cemeteries as well as the database.

A Cemetery brochure is in the drafting process. This will include the cemeteries we have in the district and what is available at each one, common questions asked and also the fees and charges relating to the cemeteries. We hope that the brochure and cemetery website page will decrease the number of general enquiries customer services staff get, and also help the public to make their own informed decisions.

56. Pahiatua

The new fence behind the still born area at the Mangatainoka Cemetery has now been completed. We are now waiting for a start date from the Alliance team for the new pathway.

Swimming Pools

57. Woodville

The old sand filter has been removed from the filter shed and a new roller door installed to allow for the installation of the new filter. The new door will make the delivery of chemicals to the plant much easier in the future.

Public Toilets

58. Eketahuna Camping Ground Toilets

Council staff recently held a project meeting with the caretakers of the camping ground on the provision of additional toilets. The project objectives and needs and wants criteria were verified. The high level options were discussed and the analysis has now narrowed this down to four viable options. The project has now moved into the options analysis phase and staff are working closely with the caretakers to develop the lifecycle costs for the options.

The toilets are programmed to be installed in the 2017/18 financial year. There is an immediate need for additional toilets for the summer of 2016/2017. It was agreed that portaloos were the best short term solution. Staff and the caretakers are now investigating a couple of options. The portaloo hire will be funded by the caretakers.

Community Buildings

59. Fire Evacuations

We are in the process of ensuring that the evacuation plans are all up to date and that trial evacuations have occurred. We have been working closely with NZFS Fire Risk Management Officer - Mike Finucane, who has been a lot of help. Once they are all up to date, they will be filed in TRIM and there will be a bring-up process to ensure they stay up to date.

60. Dannevirke Carnegie Centre

The Carnegie Community Centre Incorporated, who hold the lease with Council for the Carnegie building, is being wound up. The Tararua Community Youth Services will take over the lease of the building for the remainder of the lease. The lease expires on 30 June 2017.

Vandals broke into the centre on 7 July and destroyed six doors. The electric coin meter was also pulled off the wall. A lot of the youth services equipment was also stolen. The doors have been repaired or replaced and some of the youths who attend the centre are painting the doors.

Economic Development and Communications

Business | Potential

61. Business Support

We have provided a range of support to various businesses in the district this month. This has included ongoing support for a new potential business, assisting with business planning, local connections and tourism statistics, as well as links to Sport Manawatu to explore event options at the property; assisting a new resident and business client solidify their business goals for the next six months; providing support to a small home-based business to validate their ideas and linking to regulatory services; assisting a potential new resident explore locations and business opportunities, providing information regarding the district plan and business support available in the district.

62. Use of Facilities (2015/16)

63. Training

The two IRD workshops held at the Pahiatua Service Centre have both been well attended and we are organising more for later in the year, as well as looking at bringing the IRD’s Employer workshop to the district in October.

The following workshops are being planned for August and will be advertised through our google+ page, TDC website and Facebook page as well as in the Bush Telegraph:

· Thursday 11 August – Esther McHardy of MCI & Associates delivering “Do I need an Accountant?” A brief introduction to accountancy for business, when to engage an accountant, what to bring to your first meeting and clarifying business structures.

· Monday 22 August – Chelsea Miller of Grass Roots Media delivering “How to use social media to communicate and market to your consumer”, a three-hour workshop

· Wednesday 24 August – IRD Introduction to Business Seminar

· Thursday 25 August – Bevan Ellison of Aon Insurance delivering “Business Insurance – Where do I start?” Covering essential insurances and business interruption, public liability, professional indemnity and sums insured on items.

64. Geographic Statistics (1 July 2015 – 30 June 2016

65. Work Placements

We are very proud of Teresa Llewell-Carter who has been successful in securing employment. At the end of her placement, she was offered several opportunities in employment and chose a position as Records & Information Assistant with Council.

We are very pleased to welcome Mercedes Waitere-McCallum as the next work placement from Work and Income. Mercedes joins us for a six-month placement.

66. Incubation Office

Alan Williams and Michael Falkner finish their three-month rotation in the incubation office. They have been establishing their business in technology and systems. Alan has established contracts in Auckland and these have grown in the time he has worked here. Additionally, they have a lifestyle block and they have been trialling saffron and flowers.

Their feedback from their time in the business incubation office is that the structure has meant they have had to be disciplined and concentrate on increasing their services into their current market. They are very keen to work with software solutions for local businesses. The Business Network has linked them to our support network – introducing them to several local business operations.

Alan and Michael will continue to use the services at the Business Network.

We have been consulting with the next business looking to work from the incubation office.

67. Manawatu-Whanganui Growth Study

Accelerate25

The Department of Conservation, Horizons Regional Council, Palmerston North City Council, Rangitane and Tararua District Council believe there is significant potential for the Manawatu Gorge to contribute to the community and cultural wellbeing, as well as to a strong local economy. There is a view that mountain biking could support this goal.

RC Tourism has been contracted by DOC to complete a business case for Mountain Biking in the Manawatu Gorge.

The business case will:

· Identify a preferred route(s), construction costs and key assets to provide a mountain bike facility through the gorge

· Identify how a track could link to Woodville, Tararua (either by track or quiet roads) and other connections

· Identify potential number of users and how to maximise the economic value of a track

Field assessment undertaken during June 2016 indicated there are six options for mountain bike trails or comb

68. BCC Innovate

We are partners in 2016 Building Clever Companies (BCC) Innovate Programme.

Innovate 2016 - Turning ideas into reality

Innovate has changed this year with the process streamlined. They have included mentors into the 10-week course and have added some big names to their panel.

For an in-depth look at the process, go to www.innovate2016.co.nz/process/

69. Regional Economic Development

We hosted the Regional Economic Development Collaboration Meeting at the Tararua Business Network on 28 June 2016. Updates were provided for Accelerate 25 and in particular the Growing Business enabler. Vision has now signed the Immigration NZ Partnership Agreement, which supports the entire region. General discussion regarded collaboration at events in New Zealand; Rangitikei District Council is very keen to collaborate for the Auckland Home Show, and Manawatu Communication Networks are keen to collaborate for the Mid Central Field Days.

70. Buy Local

We are developing a pilot for a Buy Local project in New World Supermarket. We have presented to the supermarket and we have their support to proceed. The businesses that are interested to date are for products: sheep cheese, condiments, Feijoa and local honey. The next stage is accreditation of businesses who wish to participate with Foodstuffs.

71. Mystery Creek

We promoted visitor attraction, resident attraction and investment. We had numerous enquiries regarding relocation (predominantly Aucklanders) – as well as several crop investment enquiries.

72. Feijoa Fielday and Workshop

On 11 July, we hosted a Feijoa Fielday and Workshop. The purpose of the Feijoa Fielday and Workshop is to expand on grower-led initiatives and maximise commercial opportunities for the benefit of local growers.

The Fieldays were hosted by local landowners who have established Feijoa businesses in the last few years – ‘Hedgeland Orchard’ and ‘Huia Orchard’. The Workshop encouraged establishing a grower-led marketing strategy for the local feijoa growers in Tararua.

73. Statistical Information

We have cancelled our contract with profile.id for statistical data and we have signed a contract for supply with Infometrics.

Infometrics are able to provide a much wider economic profile for the district.

In August, this comprehensive profile will be available on our website.

Community | Potential

74. 2016 Trustpower Tararua District Community Awards

Nominations for the 2016 Trustpower Tararua District Community Awards – empowering volunteers - closed on 22 July, see below for key dates for the Awards:

~~Entries open:                                         Monday, 23 May 2016~~
~~Entries close:                                         Friday, 22 July 2016~~
Information forms due:                         Friday, 29 July 2016
Judging:                                                  Week beginning Monday, 15 August 2016
Awards:                                                  Monday, 12 September 2016

For more information about the Trustpower Tararua District Community Awards, contact Kimberley Stevens, Marketing and Communications Administrator, Tararua District Council by emailing kimberley.stevens@tararuadc.govt.nz – alternatively, phone 06 374 4080 (north) or 06 376 0110 (south).

Communications

75. Local Elections 2016

The communications team has been assisting the Electoral Officer with the implementation of the Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) ten-month campaign Vote2016 (or #Vote16NZ) which aims to lift voter numbers above 50 per cent nationally for the first time since 1998. The campaign also encourages citizens with strong leadership qualities and a passion for their community to consider standing as candidates themselves.

We have developed a communications schedule and we are disseminating information for both voters and candidates.

As at 18 July, the following communications and publications have been published/released:

§ (Local Communication) Final Representations for the 2016 Local Elections

§ (Local Communication) A Candidates Guide to Local Authority Elections 2016

§ (Local Communication) Tararua District Council Backs Vote2016 Campaign

§ (Local Communication) Local Council Candidates Encouraged to Come Forward Early

§ (National Communication) Get Involved in Local Government

§ (Local Communication) Briefing Session: ‘A Candidate’s Guide to Local Government’

§ (Local Publication) Candidate’s Guide to Local Government

§ (Local Communication) Notice of 2016 Triennial Local Authority Elections

§ (Local Publication) Pre-Election Report 2016

76. Media and News

Internal

§ Talking Tararua Digital Newsletter

The July/August issue of Talking Tararua is now live and available to view online by visiting http://talkingtararua.buzzit.co.nz – this issue includes the following articles and stories:

o Saddle Road upgrade is progressing well

o Love Food, Hate Waste, Save Money

o Spend the dollar, get those tags on the collar!

o Acknowledge Tararua’s community champions

o Council Snippets and Reminders

o Talking Business: The judges are waiting… Innovate 2016!

o Talking Community: A farming family, a stream and you

o Talking Events: Get out and about

Want to subscribe? Go to: http://talkingtararua.buzzit.co.nz/subscribe/

77. Websites

Internal Websites

§ Tararua Country (www.tararua.com)

Progress is imminent with actions taken to advance the development of the new Tararua Country website. In the interim, we have placed a banner on the current site to notify customers that there is a new website coming.

§ Tararua District Council (www.tararuadc.govt.nz)

In order to progress the updates for the Tararua District Council website, we have enlisted the services of Shaun Hutchinson. Shaun is working two-days a week to assist with the updates and improvements for this site.

§ Tararua Business Network (www.tararuabusinessnetwork.co.nz)

There may be those who are unaware of the Tararua Business Network’s “website”. Developed in the form of a Google+ business page – this is proving to be a good platform for the Business Network to share training opportunities, business case studies, latest news and more.

External Websites

§ Tourism New Zealand (www.newzealand.com)

International visitors and investors will now be able to find current and useful information regarding the Tararua District when they visit the Tourism New Zealand website.

We have updated the information and images for the Tararua District townships and continuation of this work will promote the Tararua District as an ideal location to live, work and play.

§ Accelerate25 Regional Growth (www.accelerate25.co.nz)

As a stakeholder in Accelerate25, we have uploaded information regarding this programme (and the Regional Growth Study) to the Tararua District Council website to assist public understanding of this region-wide undertaking.

What is Accelerate25? Accelerate25 is about increasing job opportunities and quality of life in the Manawatū-Whanganui region by connecting people, business, Iwi and our environment. It exists to accelerate opportunities for a stronger and more prosperous Manawatū-Whanganui by 2025: for our people; for our mokopuna; for New Zealand.

78. Facebook Key Statistics

79. Ormondville Railway Development

Ormondville Rail Preservation Group (Tom Williamson) is driving a promotional event to raise funds and awareness for Ormondville Railway. The event will be held in March 2017 and the promotion group is looking to utilise the Pahiatua Railcar Society and include train excursions locally. We are supporting the marketing and promotion of this event.

80. Significant Sport Event

We are working to support Natarsha Nikora to establish a significant sport event in Tararua. They are considering two options currently.

81. Palmerston North

We are going digital – a Tararua clip will feature on the new 75-inch advertising screen above the carousel as well as on the new big LED screen when the wall is taken down. To see video link to:

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9yFk1Pr5l3JT19MdUt1SGxTeW8

Tararua i-SITE

82. Welcome Packs

A total of 41 welcome packs were sent in June, eleven of these were sent outside of the district. There is quite an increase in welcome packs sent from the same period last year, especially in the Dannevirke, Woodville and Pahiatua areas.

83. Enquiries

Enquiries to i-SITE and Information Centres

84. Customer Surveys

Method of Travel

Length of stay in Tararua

Origin

Type of Enquiry

Visitor Satisfaction

85. Accommodation & Travel Sales– Tararua i-SITE

June 2015

June 2016

An increase of $1,541 in commissionable sales from June 2015, less customers but a higher volume of sales.

86. Social Media

Google my Business

An increase of 1,845 views this month.

Facebook

Regulatory and Planning

Alcohol Licensing

87. General Matters

The Inspector received some positive feed-back from a person who attended an annual event that is run under a Special Licence. The attendee had not been to the event for many years due to the behaviour of patrons, in particular intoxication levels and associated behaviour. The Inspector was informed that this year’s event was well run and lacked the issues observed in the past. The event is now the focus for the audience, rather than the consumption of alcohol. It is positive to see that the changes to the Act, and the higher level of responsibility and accountability being imposed on the applicants by the DLC is working. While the recommended conditions may appear restrictive to applicants, there are less compliance breaches being observed and, as time goes on, patrons are becoming more accepting of the higher level of accountability.

88. District Licensing Committee Activity

89. Non Financial Performance Measures Year to Date

Animal Control

90. General Matters

Routine property checks are still finding a lot of unregistered dogs, with notices to register being issued.

Nisan has completed his Level 2 NZQA equivalent and passed it with flying colours.

Nisan has attended an investigative course held in Dannevirke, which is designed for staff working in local government enforcement or compliance roles. This course will strengthen his robust investigation skills.

91. Monthly Dog Pound Statistics

92. Registration Statistics

93. CRMs

94. Comments on CRMS

Aggressive dogs – One dog was attacked as it walked past a property in King Street Dannevirke. The owner of the attacked dog was reluctant to come forward but has done so now. Animal Control is waiting to interview the complainant to ascertain what action will be taken.

Two other dogs were fighting on the front lawn at a property in Alma Street Dannevirke, they had departed before First Security had arrived.

The other reported attack involved two dogs that had escaped from a property that had a new fence under construction. The attack did not result in any injuries to the complainant’s dog and a warning is to be written to the offending dog owner.

Barking dogs – A large number of mostly unsubstantiated complaints were received from the Makotuku area. Two noise abatement notices have been issued.

Regular complaints from one person were received about a dog owner in Pahiatua. Sporadic monitoring at odd times has failed to justify these complaints.

The other complaints have been largely unconfirmed in most instances, with education and warnings provided where necessary.

Dog welfare issues - Animal Control removed two dogs from one property for minor welfare issues, and this resulted in the dogs being released to council.

95. Non Financial Performance Measures Year to Date

Note 1: Council was operating without full coverage in the first quarter of the current financial year, due to staff resignations and recruitment. Reduced coverage had a short-term impact on service performance. Performance in relation to this indicator continues to improve.

Note 2: A sixth educational article was drafted and scheduled for publication, but unable to run due to competing articles with an overriding statutory requirement to publish.

Note 3: DogSmart presentations are provided on an ‘as requested’ basis. Presentations were offered to district schools in early June 2016. This resulted in two presentations. Demand for presentations will grow as schools become aware of the programme.

96. Non Financial Performance Measures for Month

Building

97. General Matters

Our Building Officers are helping Horowhenua District Council process some building consents as they have been extremely busy.

We issued 31 consents for the month of June. Fire consents are coming in with the colder weather upon us.

36 Code Compliance Certificates were also issued during the month.

98. Short Course, Workshop or Conference Attendance

All our building officers attended a BRANZ Answers 2016 seminar held in Palmerston North on 14 June. This was very informative and a lot of information was gained. Local architects and other council officers also attended this seminar.

99. Non-Compliance Issues and or Breaches of the Act

We had a swimming pool that did not comply with the fencing of Swimming Pools Act.

Action Taken: We issued a Notice to Fix giving a timeframe to comply with or remove the pool.

Resolution: The swimming pool has been removed so the Notice to Fix has been lifted.

100. Monthly Building Consents Statistics

101. Non Financial Performance Measures Year to Date

102. Swimming Pool Inspections

There were three inspections this month, one of which was issued a notice to fix. This resident of Eketahuna had been told last year that the fence did not comply and to remove the pool. The pool has since been removed and the notice to fix lifted.

The next lot of pools due to be inspected are in January 2017 through to June 2017. This is on a rotation of inspecting every pool every three years.

General Inspection

103. Illegal Dumping Collection

104. CRMs

105. Comments on CRMs

We are currently dealing with rubbish that has been dumped down Sowry Road in Woodville. Unfortunately, this person has been invoiced for dumping on two other occasions. We are invoicing the offender for the collection and disposal of the litter and will issue an infringement notice as well. This person is a local from Woodville.

106. Non Financial Performance Measures year to Date

107. Non Financial Performance Measures for Month

Health

108. General Matters

The Environmental Health Officer has been busy completing the second round of inspections for registered businesses and completing food control plan verifications under the Food Act 2014. There have been a number of enquiries regarding mobile coffee carts and advice on suitable locations for trade under the Bylaws and District Plan.

Additional work has been undertaken to Promapp the new processes for the application of a Recognised Agency, and create the forms and checklists to support the processes.

109. Short Course, Workshop or Conference Attendance

The Ministry for Primary Industries has designed training for Food Safety Officers through e-learning modules to be completed on line. A face-to-face training session is to be held in Palmerston North, with no additional costs to attend this training.

Key Learnings

The E-learning modules are designed to ensure that Food Safety Officers are operating in a consistent manner and to ensure that they are operating within the relevant legislation. The modules include information on verification, labelling, investigation into complaints, importing and securing exhibits.

110. Legislation Changes or Legislation Comments

No changes to legislation at this time.

111. Non-Compliance issues and or Breaches of the Act

No non compliances or breaches of the Act have been reported or investigated.

112. CRMs

113. Comments on CRMs

There have been three rooster noise complaints within the past month. The complaints are from three separate properties in Woodville. Efforts are being made to liaise with the properties concerned and the complainants. In some circumstances the issue is proving difficult to resolve in a timely manner. One property has requested assistance from the Senior ACO to remove the roosters.

114. Non Financial Performance Measures Year to Date

Planning

115. General Matters

National Monitoring for 2015/16

Annual reporting to the Ministry for the Environment is due on the 29 July 2016. The Planning Officer is currently working on collating the documentation required.

116. Short Course, Workshop or Conference Attendance

The Planning Officer did not attend any short courses, workshops or conferences in the past month regarding Planning or RMA Matters.

117. Legislation Changes or Legislation Comments

National Policy Statement on Urban Development Capacity

On 2 June, the proposed National Policy Statement on Urban Development Capacity was notified for public consultation. MfE have outlined that this aims to help reduce regulatory barriers to the supply of housing, and reduce the cost of housing relative to income.

The draft NPS-UDC will not have any direct impact on the Tararua District, aside from ensuring the District Plan is consistent with this national policy if approved.

Coastal Hazards and Climate Change

The Ministry have recently updated their climate projections, which are now available to their website. MfE are also currently updating their Coastal Hazards & Climate Change guidance manual.

The updated guidance manual will be useful for considering how best to respond to hazards along the Tararua coastline and settlements of Herbertville and Akitio.

118. Non-Compliance issues and or Breaches of the Act

No non-compliances/ breaches of the Act to report.

119. Monthly Resource Consents Statistics

120. Non Financial Performance Measures Year to Date

Note 1:

53 resource consent applications processed to a decision were decided within the statutory timeframe. One resource consent application took an additional 16 working days.

Emergency Management

Rural Fire

121. Fire Season

Fire danger level is LOW, and no major issues re wild fires.

122. Incident Reports

*NRFA Classification Type*	*Jul*	*Aug*	*Sep*	*Oct*	*Nov*	*Dec*	*Jan*	*Feb*	*Mar*	*Apr*	*May*	*Jun*	*Total*
Power Lines	0												0
Vehicle - Car, Truck etc.	2												2
Farm/Forest Machinery	0												0
Camp fires/bonfires/rubbish fires	0												0
Smokers	0												0
Land clearing escaped - Open Fire Season	0												0
Land clearing escaped - Restricted/ Prohibited Fire Season (no Fire Permit)	0												0
Structural - House/Shed	2												2
Pyrotechnics Fireworks	0												0
False Alarm	1												0
Medical Assist	0												0
Motor Vehicle Accident	0												0
Miscellaneous	0												0
*Total*	5												5

123. Meetings

Paddy attended a Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) meeting in Wellington on 7 July 2016. The meeting was hosted by the Minister of Internal Affairs, the Hon Peter Dunne. Personnel from 67 various fire and emergency organisations were in attendance and the meeting was given a full update by the Minister on where we are at with the transition from Rural Fire, NZFS etc. to the new FENZ organisation. Members of the new transition Board were introduced along with the new transition Manager. In short, the Board has identified twelve work streams that have to be addressed and stated that in order to achieve a successful outcome for the transition they needed everyone to be involved as they could not do it by themselves. Attendees were invited to put their names forward to any of the work streams that they felt they could provide relevant expertise.

The afternoon sessions involved small group discussion on the 12 work streams and some of the more important issues relating to them. An example of the works stream subjects were, personnel, equipment, boundaries etc. It was clearly stated by the Minister that the transition was to be an “inclusive” exercise rather than “exclusive” to Government and that it was up to the industry to make it succeed. Further information about the transition is available on https://www.dia.govt.nz/Fire-Services-Transition

124. Inspections

All equipment and station inspections are up to date. Paddy has visited a number of properties to discuss the burning of large slash piles. It would appear that some logging contractors are clearing wind-breaks on farms and leaving large piles of slash close to buildings for the farmer to deal with. Paddy is to do a small awareness programme to address this issue through local media so both farmers and contractors are aware of the issues and can prevent loss of property through inappropriate siting of slash piles.

Civil Defence

125. Incidents

Nil

126. Meetings

Paddy attended the annual meeting of the Eketahuna Community CD Response team on 27 June 2016. This is still a well organised and keen group with a good attendance at the meeting.

Paddy attended the Norsewood Community CD Response team meeting. We tried EMIS on the school computers and encountered some difficulties that have been reported to MCDEM.

Robyn Winter and Paddy attended an ITF Intermediate Coordination Centre course at the fire station in Feilding on 5 July 2016. The course was a trial run for the Region and will be available to Tararua DC staff in the next couple of months.

Paddy met with the Pahiatua Community CD Response Group on 21July 2016 to discuss the CD Centre layout and amendments to their plan.

Paddy attended the CEG meeting in Palmerston North on 29June 2016 and gave a presentation to the Group on the new Tararua District Civil Defence Plan. The presentation was well received and other Councils within the Group have indicated they are keen to do a similar exercise within their own organisations.

127. Publicity

Paddy assisted the Manawatu-Wanganui Group by manning the Civil Defence and Neighbourhood Support stand at the Palmerston North Home Show on Friday morning, 22 July 2016.

128. Civil Defence Plans/Standard Operating Procedures/Manuals

The draft Pahiatua CD Response Plan was checked by the District Resilience Manager. The resources page needs updating then it will be ready for distribution.

The updated Norsewood Community CD Response Group Plan has been checked by the District Resilience Manager, printed and distributed.

A Taraura Civil Defence Centre Guide is still being put together. It should be completed by the end of August along with the District Welfare Plan.

129. Seminars/Workshops/Courses/Forums/Training

The Red Cross exercise Viking Thunder was conducted in Dannevirke over the weekend 23/24 July 2016. The exercise theme was a 6.3 magnitude earthquake with multiple collapsed buildings, and major disruption to amenities. It involved 65 personnel from Red Cross with teams coming from Whanganui, Wellington, Kapi-Mana, Palmerston North, Wairarapa and Hawke’s Bay. The Dannevirke Sports Centre was used for accommodation and proved it will be an ideal site for housing response teams in future. Catering was supplied by the Salvation Army field kitchen with personnel from Wellington and Dannevirke participating. The food was fantastic. The Council Chamber was set up as an EOC from which the exercise was managed. Also, the Totara College CD Centre and the Hub CD Centre were used as Welfare Centres. Various mini exercises were held involving extraction of people trapped in the Dannevirke Town Hall and A and P Showgrounds; also a motor vehicle accident at the Dannevirke Sale Yards with the Dannevirke Volunteer Fire Brigade and Ambulance conducting a vehicle cut out and patient extraction.

Red Cross Team extracting a patient from under the stage at the Dannevirke Town Hall

On Sunday, the exercise activated the Totara College and the Hub CD Centres. The public were invited to register at the Centres and our local CD volunteers at Totara College were put under extreme pressure. They were then given specialist training from the Red Cross teams. Other teams conducted a street-by-street impact assessment.

Council contributions towards the exercise involved staff time, volunteers, buildings etc, a percentage of funding for catering and providing accommodation for the Salvation Army team from Wellington. Our radio network was also successfully tested during the weekend. Overall, the exercise was very successful and all objectives met. Considering the poor weather conditions the Red Cross volunteer teams were brilliant. The Council was thanked for its involvement and Paddy thanked the teams in return for giving up their spare time to exercise in our town for both their benefit and ours. A lot of good contacts and arrangements were made for future training opportunities for our volunteers to be trained by Red Cross. Both Dave Murdoch from the Bush Telegraph and Christine McKay were present for most of the exercise and some good press is expected. Overall, a very valuable and cost effective exercise.

Library

130. Pahiatua Library – Alterations

The carpet at Pahiatua was replaced at the end of June.

131. Children’s Holiday Programmes

Books for schools participating in the Dannevirke, Woodville and Eketahuna areas were selected and delivered. Staff from all four branches have been visiting schools to check off the book reviews and deliver the prize incentives. Prior to the holiday, there had been 1,282 reviews completed through the schools. There are 994 children enrolled through the schools and more participating directly through their local community library.

Children participating through the schools are able to submit their reviews completed throughout the holidays to their library. The programme continues until 12 August.

132. Stepping Up Computer Classes

The second Stepping Up classes at Pahiatua and Eketahuna continued until the school holiday Term break. Already the classes being run throughout Term Three are full at each of these libraries.

133. General

Mrs Corinna Carew (Eketahuna Service Centre and Library) is now a Justice of the Peace. With her working five days per fortnight this will allow the Eketahuna community easier access to JP services.

134. Statistics – as at 30 June 2016

Customer Services

135. Customer Requests – 1 June 2016 to 30 June 2016

Recreation and Sports Report

136. Tararua District

· The Tararua Recreation Advisor provided administration support to the coordinator of the KSB 3v3 Basketball Competition. The new competition, that started on Monday 4 July, will be held on Monday nights at the Dannevirke Sports Centre. The coordinator is also working on a Junior Basketball Development Academy and an application to the Kiwisport Fund. The coach was given advice to join with Dannevirke Basketball to make a joint application that will enable the town to create a representative team to compete in Palmerston North leagues. A KiwiSport application is currently being created.

· The Tararua Recreation Advisor attended the Dannevirke Basketball Association committee meeting and shared information about the Junior Development Academy, Summer League, and 3v3 competitions. The committee agreed to umbrella the planned projects.

· Sport Manawatu Regional Talent Development Advisor is hosting a workshop at Tararua College on Wednesday 27 July to upskill student officials on dealing with sideline behaviour.

· The Tararua Recreation Advisor collaborated with local fitness trainers from Habit HQ to deliver a training circuit to Cactus participants. The circuit was part of their Longest Day event, leading up to their graduation that evening.

· Active Families Advisor and Tararua Recreation Advisor took a group of Active Teens students to Bams Boxing Club in Dannevirke for a Box Fit training session with local instructor Sam Smyth.

· The Tararua Recreation Advisor and Bush Multisport Administrator presented local sport volunteers with a free muffin and thank you card in recognition of their contribution to sport in the Tararua District. Over 1,000 muffins were distributed throughout the Manawatu region as part of volunteer recognition month.

· The Tararua Recreation Advisor and Secondary School Sport Advisor met with the Dannevirke High School Sports Coordinator to assist with the development of her application to the Kiwisport Fund. The project aims to engage students in lunchtime boxing classes and increase participation in community based sports.

· The Tararua Recreation Advisor and Active Families Advisor attended the Dannevirke High School assembly to promote the Active Teens programme.

· The Tararua Recreation Advisor and Senior Events Advisor visited potential event sites including Akitio and Te Apiti Windfarm.

· Due to inclement weather, the 2016 Tararua Primary School Seven-a-side Tournament was abandoned.

· On behalf of Council, Sport Manawatu administers the International Representatives Fund. From 1 July 2015 through to 30 June, 2016, funding of $3,850 was approved for the following athletes:

- Mohammed Hussain represented New Zealand at the IFMA Royal World Cup for Muay Thai Kickboxing.

- Luke Jones represented New Zealand at the Youth Commonwealth Games for squash.

- Geoff Bendall represented New Zealand at the ITU Duathlon World Championships for triathlon.

- Rachel Cannon represented New Zealand at the International Mounted Games U17 World Team Championships.

- Rebecca Aplin represented New Zealand at the Australian Showing Championships.

- Louise Powick represented New Zealand at the Women’s 45+ World Cup Tournament for Hockey.

- Brodie Smith will represent New Zealand for the Standard Distance Triathlon Age Group Championship.

· The Regional Community Sport Advisor met with new staff at Wai Splash Community Pool to discuss the upcoming Water Safety Competency Programme pending the approval of funding. Expectations were set and the overall programme was explained.

· Along with the Regional Talent Development Advisor and CEO of Sport Manawatu the Secondary School Sport Advisor met with Kelly Gay to discuss Talent Central Sport. The Talent Central Sport programme is supported by the Secondary School Principal Group (SSPG) and aims to educate students on the vocational pathways open to them, including those in the sport space.

· The Secondary School Sport Advisor attended the Ministry of Education led Health and Safety Sector Reference Group Sport Forum. We discussed: operating in a school environment, roles and responsibilities, scenarios and police vetting/billeting. As an outcome an email was sent to the SSPG to clear up the responsibilities around vetting and billeting, as well as providing further information to sport coordinators around their responsibilities. The Regional Workforce Development Advisor attended a professional development day at Sport Hawke’s Bay to share ideas and best practice.

· Sport Manawatu staff attended a team professional development day around understanding client needs from Amy Lavini (Massey University). A new peer debriefing technique was learned during this session, along with other new concepts.

· The SSSA along with the Young People’s team and Recreation Advisors met with Sport Hawke’s Bay to connect and collaborate. We discussed how the Regional Sport Trusts use Sport NZ funds to maximise impacts on the community, and some new KiwiSport initiatives were explored.

· The Regional Workforce Development Advisor supported the Regional Talent Development advisor at the Talent Central Sport induction evening.

· Bush Junior Hockey received $1,902 KiwiSport funding for their Outside Summer Hockey project to purchase new equipment for 300 children to use over the season.

· The Regional Workforce Development Advisor attended a professional development day at Sport Hawke’s Bay to share ideas and best practice.

137. Events (that we deliver or directly impact on)

· In recognition of local sport volunteers, Sport Manawatu will host two volunteer brunches. The brunches will be held at the Black Stump Café Dannevirke (Sunday 10 July) and Pahiatua (Sunday 17 July).

138. Regional Economic Development

Included in this report as the following attachment is a copy of the full regional economic development activity statement for placing in the Council’s Annual Report 2015/2016. It has been circulated for the information of the Council, and is an excellent “good news” story for the district relative to the outcomes achieved.

Recommendation

That the report from the Chief Executive dated 26 July 2016 concerning an update on key projects and items of interest to the Council (as circulated) be received.

Attachments

1 ⇩. Regional Economic Development - Annual Report

10.7 Staff Report - 3 August 2016
Attachment 1 Regional Economic Development - Annual Report

Annual Report 2015/16

Regional Economic Development

Introduction

We are beginning to see the physical evidence of economic recovery, and as this happens, we are seeing a much stronger appetite for strategy and business development - as well as a keen interest for the adoption of a long-term economic view from community groups, businesses and stakeholder groups in the district.

Tararua Business Network continues to support the district’s business community - providing economic knowledge, statistical data and project management support to community stakeholders, local business and industry.

Various agencies have played a role in leading this strategy for supporting business potential, community potential, and marketing potential for the Tararua District. At the core of this strategy is the partnership between Regional Business Partners - Vision Manawatu and Building Clever Companies (BCC). Initiatives such as this would not have been possible without the support of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and Callaghan Innovation.

Reaching Goals With the Tararua Business Network

It is more crucial than ever that the district has an economic development office with strong business relationships in order to deliver quality services and projects. Beyond this, it is vital that there is a resource available to provide strategic direction and communication support to local government, local business and the community.

Enabling

Working to support business growth and investment attraction, Tararua Business Network has worked alongside 53 businesses this year – providing support and enabling growth.

This includes, but is not limited to, the growth of existing businesses; supporting the establishment of new businesses; agribusiness development; and linking local business to national and international growth opportunities.

There is still a lot of work to complete in order to enable businesses to optimise the opportunities available in this economic environment - including enhancing relationships between the Tararua Business Network and the Dannevirke and Pahiatua Chambers of Commerce.

Incubation Office

To date, four businesses have been incubated at the Tararua Business Network – incubation entails linking, enabling and facilitating the businesses growth and development.

The most recent incubation was Alan Williams and Michael Falkner, ex-Aucklanders who had an idea and an overload of information.

Alan and Michael were able to establish their business - AJSS Ltd - through the use of the Incubation Office at the Tararua Business Network. Additionally, Tararua Business Network linked them to business capability support and assisted with the establishment of their ‘Business Model Canvas’.

An introduction to the GO! Project - a Council initiative that identifies crops highly suitable for the Tararua District - enabled Alan and Michael to identify and assess potential uses for their property. This resulted in Alan and Michael deciding to take the necessary steps towards a business that would grow Saffron, and ‘Emmig Ltd’ was born.

Training/Seminar Room & Board Room

A key function of the Business Network is to provide facilities and services that will facilitate the appropriate support to enhance performance and drive growth in small and medium business. This year, the Business Network hosted 152 events in the Training/Seminar Room and the Board Room was utilised for business meetings on 208 occasions.

Supporting

Tararua Business Network provided learning opportunities for seven individuals through work placements via Work and Income and ACC agencies.

Of these seven placements, three were able to be placed into full-time work; two are currently situated in the Business Network undergoing ‘Work Ready’ training; and one is seeking training for a new career.

StartUp Businesses

Through our nationwide events, workshops and programmes we give start-ups and SMEs (Small Medium Enterprises) access to the expertise, networks and support to achieve their growth aspirations.

Having worked with 22 start-ups, the Business Network have successfully transformed ideas into functional businesses - from getting new ideas off the ground and validating ideas, to securing investment for growth of these businesses.

Established Business

13 Business owners were able to take their established business to the next level by working alongside the Business Network and their Regional Business Partners - from topic specific workshops, to customised coaching - working to create strength around their business needs.

Linking

One of the key roles of the Tararua Business Network involves utilising business networks in order to link local businesses to opportunities and support agencies. An example of this method of operation is below:

Wild Bush Cheese

Wild Bush Cheese were linked to business capability assistance, support through Business Mentors NZ and connected to Agri Investment Week 2016 where they hosted an Open Day at their property. Tararua Business Network continues to work with Wild Bush Cheese to explore local market opportunities.

Facilitating

Following the success of the Tararua Business Network office in Dannevirke, an additional business support office (or “Satellite Office”) was established within the Pahiatua Service Centre.

This Satellite Office provides the same service (on a fortnightly basis) with the objective being to create a centre that is more accessible to residents in the southern ward.

Investing in Innovation

Innovation is the process by which new ideas generate economic and social value. This process is instrumental in delivering the economic and productivity gains associated with investment in research. Additionally, it offers a key route to developing new tools and approaches for tackling major societal challenges and improving quality of life. Supporting our entrepreneurs and start-up businesses is an integral part of the Business Network’s strategy.

Vocational Pathways Community Partnership

Tararua Business Network hosted the inaugural Vocational Pathways meeting - developing relevant learning opportunities for students and connecting school, tertiary and future employment. Malcolm Bell from the Ministry of Education is leading this project in Tararua and the Tararua Business Network is a stakeholder in this project.

Innovate 2015 – Market Validation Programme

Tararua Business Network supported ‘Innovate 2015’ - a programme led by BCC that inspires innovation, while providing training and support for entrepreneurial and business development. Innovate encourages early-stage research or technology with commercial potential.

Local Innovation

In 2015, three local entrepreneurs received support and mentorship through the Innovate programme - Retro Radios is one such business:

Alister Ramsey was a stay at home dad who had home schooled his three children, but was finding it difficult to secure other work in Dannevirke. His hobby was restoring vintage radios and Alister credits the Tararua Business Network with changing his focus from a ‘hobbyist’ pottering in his garage, to running his own company - ‘Retro Radios’ - as a viable business.

The Tararua Business Network introduced Alister to the Innovate programme and - out of the hundreds of candidates - Alister placed as one of the ‘Top 11’ finalists.

Innovation Events Programme

Tararua Business Network hosted a number of popular technology training and entrepreneurial connection events that encouraged local businesses, youth and entrepreneurs to share knowledge and ideas.

Events hosted during the year included training seminars and workshops for business, as well as regional collaboration workshops and meetings.

Training for Business:

§ Enhanced Customer Service

§ Learn How to Earn

§ Managing the Transitions of Youth into the Workforce

§ Making Health and Safety in the Workplace Work for You

§ Introduction to Business

§ Introduction to GST

§ 9 Steps to Ensure Business Success

§ Innovate Market Validation Programme

Regional Collaboration:

§ Regional Growth Study

§ Regional Economic Collaboration

Productivity Programmes

Flow on effects from local events and training support schemes are integral to district growth – developing a more stable economy and enhancing district opportunities.

Regional Business Partner Programme (RBPP)

Vision Manawatu delivered the RBPP contract across Tararua, supported by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) and Callaghan Innovation.

Through the RBPP assessment process, 13 businesses received assessments and had actions or referrals identified - some were referred for research and development assistance or were offered other services (targeted at their identified needs).

Visitor Attraction

Over 10,000 people came to the district to attend major events, such as Woodville Motocross, Wheels with Attitude and Dannevirke A & P Show.

This volume of visitors to the district has a positive flow on effect to local business and reaffirms Council’s sponsorship of these events.

Supporting Communities

Community volunteers are the mainstay of any rural district. Supporting community groups, clubs, and committees is both valuable and vital to the continued development, enhancement and enjoyment of living in this district. Connecting our communities is necessary in order to support this vision.

Empowering Volunteers

Volunteers are the backbone of every New Zealand community. Each year, the tireless effort put in by volunteers is recognised and celebrated through the Trustpower Community Awards programme. Regional Trustpower Community Awards are held around NZ and the winners go on to contest the title of Trustpower National Community Awards Supreme Winner. Meanwhile, the Trustpower Youth Community Spirit Awards celebrate the effort of young volunteers, who are every bit as inspirational.

The Awards are run in partnership with Trustpower and are open to all voluntary groups and organisations working to make Tararua a better place to live, work and play.

Connecting Communities

The world of communications has changed – social media is driving a new wave of 3D communications where it is as important to listen, as it is to speak; where everyone can have their point of view heard and where open consultation and transparency in decision-making is creating more engaged and empowered communities.

Tararua District Council has recognised this change in the way people communicate and is leading the district further into the digital age with the introduction of an online community news service called ‘Talking Tararua – more than just words’.

Talking Tararua showcases Council news and profiles the district’s attractions and events - as well as providing opportunities in every issue for readers to engage with Council through polls and surveys, asking questions and making comments.

Destination Marketing

Visitor and resident attraction is critical to rural communities that are seeking the retention and enhancement of services and infrastructure.

Bridging the Gap

Working with Eastern Bridge to translate destination marketing to the Asian community provides a portal to highlight our district as a place of innovation, offering a great country lifestyle, in order to encourage investment and resident attraction.

Representation at the Eastern Bridge Migrant Business Expo “Bridging the Gap between NZ and Asia” resulted in 90 individual groups being supplied information about Tararua Country.

Securing a two-page spread in the UK’s annual “Top Places to Live Down Under” supplement - which focuses on regions of Australia and New Zealand that are looking to attract skilled migrants - has meant that UK migrants can now look at selecting Tararua as their new home.

Attracting People in the Region

Mobilising our district promotion and economic development strategy has proved a valuable enterprise. Over 241,000 attendees at national trade shows provided the platform necessary to promote our district for those considering visiting or relocating here for lifestyle, business and/or investment.

There was strong interest in Tararua at these national events:

Event	Visitor Traffic	Key Areas of Interest (and results)
Central Districts Field Days	30,000	GO! Project; tracks and trails. (represented at Accelerate25 as guest speaker on land utilisation)
Mystery Creek Field Days	120,000	GO! Project; investment; tourism; and relocation.
Auckland Home Show	46,000	Relocation; investment. (working with 38 families and an entrepreneur looking to invest)
Auckland Covi Motorhome Show	45,000	Motorhome enquiries; visitor attraction; tourism; tracks and trails. (winner of “Best Stand” of the show)

Information on living and working in Tararua has been shared with these visitors and potential residents and they have been connected with businesses and industry groups that can provide job opportunities or support.

Tararua is recognised as embracing motorhome friendly opportunities and we have achieved accreditation for Dannevirke, Woodville and Pahiatua as ‘Motorhome Friendly.’ Enquiries regarding Eketahuna were made and the response received indicated that the town was too small to qualify.

Achieving accreditation recognises that these towns provide a set of amenities and services that guarantee motorhome travellers a warm welcome and an enjoyable visit.

Motorhome travellers are self-contained and generally stay longer - making a significant economic contribution to our towns, which have a flow on effect to our district.

Land Utilisation - Contributions to Sustainability

Continuing to maximise land-utilisation opportunities by building on the GO! Project – a cropping initiative for Tararua District.

Hazelnut - providing intellectual property for crop development

Realising the next stage of work for hazelnut commercialisation has been a vital accomplishment to enable local growers to maximise the opportunities inherent in a high-end crop such as hazelnut.

Work to enhance the capabilities for this crop and has enabled Council to deliver meaningful information for landowners looking to diversify. The workshop (30 May 2016) saw over 30 attendees and has resulted in landowners being provided with the intellectual property required to establish plantations.

Feijoa - developing scope in Tararua

The results to date are the establishment of a Feijoa Grower Led Group, which has seen two landowners develop plantations. A Feijoa Fielday and Workshop took place on 11 July; encouraging additional growers to join the Feijoa Grower Led Group.

Tararua Business Network will continue to work with the Grower Led Group to link to commercial opportunities.

Hemp - the comeback crop

The Hemp Workshop (20 July 2016) highlighted the opportunities inherent in commercial and industrial hemp. The workshop focused on options for farmers introducing hemp as a diverse crop to add to rotation and developing the capacity to farm and process seed and natural fibres.

The introduction of a commercial hemp industry has the potential to encourage district development and create employment.

Mānuka - the driving force

The intellectual properties for the Mānuka crop are now available in the form of a booklet – ‘Growing Mānuka: Utilising Lifestyle Blocks and Marginal Land in the Tararua District’ – produced by the Tararua Business Network.

To enable landowners to maximise income streams, Tararua Business Network has linked the Tararua District to a variety of Mānuka development opportunities and investors.

9.1	Housing Hui
9.1.1	Board Member Delaney reported on the housing hui organised by Robin Winter of Project Tararua to look at the quality and quantity of housing in the district.
9.1.2	Albert Dodunski made a presentation to the hui on the Manawatu Community Trust model for managing and operating pensioner housing, and the approach they take in achieving improvements to the accommodation provided to tenants.
9.1.3	A working group has been formed to explore options to consider this concept and the feasibility of setting up a Tararua Housing Trust.
9.2	Dannevirke CACTUS Youth Programme
9.2.1	Board Member Christison and the Chairperson attended the graduation dinner and presentation for participants of the CACTUS youth programme undertaken in Dannevirke.
9.2.2	The programme involved thirty young persons taking part in the physical training sessions, and only one individual withdrew and did not complete the activities.
9.2.3	All of the young people that finished the programme are very proud of their achievements, and developed life skills and a sense of community spirit.
9.2.4	The time and commitment given by Senior Constable Wayne Churchouse, Youth Aid Officer for the Dannevirke Police is noted, along with all those who contributed to the programme.
9.2.5	The Board commend the organisers and supporters of the Dannevirke CACTUS youth programme for this excellent youth development initiative, and it acknowledge the successful outcome and congratulate them on a job well done.
9.3	First World War Commemorations Committee
9.3.1	Board Member Delaney reported that the First World War Commemorations Committee is no longer involved in the arrangements for the commemorative community parade held on 6 August 2016.
9.3.2	The committee decided there are better ways to acknowledge the individuals from the local community who served as members of the Wellington Mountain Rifles Regiment.
9.3.3	There will be no horses included in the parade, and the budget previously agreed by the Board for this event is accordingly not required.
9.3.4	The possibility of entering a float in this year’s Dannevirke Christmas Parade is an option being considered by the committee as a way to commemorate the First World War Christmas Truce of 1914.

10.	Correspondence
10.1	*That the correspondence as listed be received.* (a) The 2016 Dannevirke Ross Shield Tournament Organising Committee 23 May 2016 *Re: Request for funding to support the Ross Shield Tournament* *(b) Dannevirke Community Crew 14 June 2016* *Re: Request to erect the Dannevirke Community Crew logo at the entrances to town* Christison/Isaacson Carried
10.2	Dannevirke Community Crew
10.2.1	Board Member Christison declared an interest in this item of business, and he abstained from the discussion and voting on the motion regarding this matter.
10.2.2	*That the Board support the request from the Dannevirke Community Crew to include their logo on the community services poles at the southern and northern entrances to town.* *Delaney/Macdonald Carried*

6.1	Eketahuna Camping Ground (Item 9.2)
6.1.1	Board Member Shannon contacted the Eketahuna Camping Ground operators regarding expanding the information received through their monthly report.
6.1.2	In future they will collate and provide to the Board the split of international and local visitors staying at this facility, and places they visit around Eketahuna during their stay.
6.2	Alf Rowden Humanitarian Award (Item 15.2)
6.2.1	*That* the Board confirm in open meeting the decision made as a public excluded item of business at its meeting of 3 June 2016 to present the Alf Rowden Humanitarian Award to Olive Stevenson to acknowledge her voluntary service to the Eketahuna community. Eagle/Shannon Carried
6.2.2	A function to present the Alf Rowden Humanitarian Award to Olive Stevenson will be held on 8 July 2016 at 7.30 pm in the Eketahuna Community Centre Supper Room.

8.1	Eketahuna Cemetery
8.1.1	Board Member Shannon commended the very tidy condition and well maintained appearance of the Eketahuna cemetery.
8.1.2	The Board acknowledge the good work undertaken by the contractor responsible for the maintenance of this cemetery, and convey its compliments on a job well done.
8.2	Eketahuna Civil Defence Response Group
8.2.1	The Chairperson reported on the Eketahuna Civil Defence Response Group’s yearly meeting held in the Fire Station on 27 June 2016, and this include reference to the following matters: · There was a good attendance at the meeting, with fifteen people present and two apologies for non-attendance. · An outline was given of the new Fire and Emergency New Zealand structure to replace the New Zealand Fire Service and volunteer rural fire forces. · The Council’s Local Civil Defence and Emergency Management Plan applicable to the district was presented. · Warren Davidson has agreed to continue as a member of the Eketahuna Civil Defence Response Group.
8.3	St John Ambulance Area Committee
8.3.1	Board Member Eagle expressed concern that no further progress is being made to ensure the sustainability of the St John ambulance community service in Eketahuna.
8.3.2	This situation is frustrating, and the matter is stagnant as the planning has stopped with management of St John.
8.4	Trustpower Tararua District Community Awards
8.4.1	Entries are now open for the Trustpower Tararua District Community Awards, and nominations close at 5.00 pm on 22 July 2016.
8.5	Eketahuna Health Centre Trust
8.5.1	The Chairperson reported that the Eketahuna Health Centre Trust held its Annual General Meeting, and there was one change to the membership of their governance board.
8.6	Community Gathering for Moko
8.6.1	The Chairperson advised that twelve people held a community gathering for Moko at the giant Kiwi in Eketahuna on Monday morning of this week.
8.7	Meeting with Wairarapa Member of Parliament Alastair Scott
8.7.1	The Chairperson reported that a meeting was held with Wairarapa Member of Parliament Alastair Scott, and attended by Joe Sweeney, John Harman and Bridget Wellwood.
8.7.2	The meeting provided the opportunity to raise issues of interest and concern to the Eketahuna community, including discussion on the subject of employment.
8.7.3	Alastair Scott indicated he will attend the Anzac Day civic ceremony in Eketahuna for next year’s commemorative event.
8.8	September Board Meeting
8.8.1	The Mayor is to attend the Board’s final meeting for this term held on 2 September 2016.

	2014/15	2015/16
Working Dogs	$25.00	$30.00
Domestic Rural Dogs	New fee for 2015/16	$35.00
Domestic Urban Dogs	$78.00	$80.00
Preferred Dog Status	$38.00	$40.00

*General subject matter to be considered*	*Reason for passing this resolution in relation to each matter*	*Ground(s) under Section 48 (1) for the passing of this resolution*
*Civic honour nomination*	*To protect the privacy of natural persons*	*Section (1)(a)(i)*

8.1	*That the report of the Tararua District Council meeting held on 29 June 2016 (as circulated) be received.* Christison/Delaney Carried
8.2	Cell Tower
8.2.1	Board Member Delaney clarified there are two issues being considered by the committee supporting the petition for a cell tower at the top of Oporae Range.
8.2.2	They involve investigating options to improve mobile telephone coverage and provide access to broadband within that area.

11.	Wackrow Memorial Youth Award
11.1	*That the Board proceed with the arrangements for the 2016 Wackrow Memorial Youth Award, and confirm the following dates in respect of this event:* *Nominations open: Monday 11 July 2016* *Nominations close: Friday 5 August 2016* *Judging: Wednesday 17 August 2016 at 10.00 am or 5.30 pm* *Award function, the Hub Tuesday 23 August 2016 at 7.00 pm* *Delaney/Macdonald Carried*
11.2	A guest speaker is to be arranged for the award presentation function.
11.3	Board Member Christison is to be the Board’s representative on the award judging panel, and Board Member Delaney is the deputy representative to fulfil this role in his absence.
11.4	The participation of a community representative on the award judging panel is to be considered.

9.	Correspondence
9.1	*That the correspondence as listed be received.* *(a) Kerry and Loreen Cunningham* *Re: Eketahuna Camping Ground May report* *(b) Eketahuna Our Town Incorporated* *Re: Request for payment of Eketahuna Information Centre funding* Collis/Shannon Carried
9.2	Eketahuna Our Town Incorporated
9.2.1	*That the remaining funding of $4,007.23 be paid to Eketahuna Our Town Incorporated as the balance of the grant available in the 2015/2016 financial year for the Eketahuna Information Centre.* Collis/Shannon Carried

10.	Eketahuna Skate Park Facility
10.1	The Board note the plan of the new skate park and its location at the playground site.
10.2	The lay out for the playground equipment is also noted, and the Board’s preference is to establish the entranceway to the playground off Bridge Street to the right of the seat situated directly in front of the swings.
10.3	The Eketahuna Youth Trust (that is coordinating the skate park facility project) is seeking further members to support the work undertaken through this community charitable trust.

Location Breakdown of Dangerous/Menacing Dogs in the District
Location	Dangerous	Menacing
Dannevirke	4	57
Woodville	1	21
Pahiatua	3	30
Eketahuna	0	6
Norsewood	0	2

Category	2014/15	2015/16
No of registered dogs	6,740	6,615
No of probationary owners	0	0
No of disqualified owners	0	0
No of dogs classified as dangerous	10	8
No of dogs classified as menacing under S33A:
• S33A 1(b)(i) observed or reported behaviour	20	34
• S33A 1(b)(ii) characteristics associated with breed	2	2
No of dogs classified as menacing under S33C	26	101
Number of infringement notices issued:
• Failing to register a dog	22	0
• Failing to control a dog	11	0
No of prosecutions taken	0	0

Category	No Issued
Failed to register dog	0
Failed to keep dog controlled/confined	0
Failed to keep dog under control	0
Failed to comply with any authorised bylaw	0
Fail Comply Barking Dog Notice	0
Total	0

Date	:	27 July 2016
To	:	Mayor and Councillors Tararua District Council
From	:	Craig Lunn Manager Regulatory Services
Subject	:	Tararua District Council 2015-16 Annual Report to the Alcohol Regulatory and Licensing Authority
Item No	:	10.4

Date of Hearing	Applicant	Application Type	Decision
11 September 2015	Helen Joyce Upson	Manager Certificate New	Refused
11 September 2015	Kaye Maree Brotherton	Manager Certificate New	Refused
11 September 2015	New World Pahiatua	Off Licence Renewal	Adjourned –Hearing 4 August 2016
11 September 2015	Dannevirke New World	Off Licence Renewal	Adjourned
19 October 2015	Dannevirke New World	Off Licence Renewal	Granted – Appealed by MOH
19 February 2016	The Black Dog 2015 Limited	On Licence New	Granted
22 April 2016	Shiv Enterprises 2016 Limited	Off Licence New	Refused

Managers Certificate - Renewal of Manager Certificate
License / Cert No	Premises	Applicant	Issue Date	Expiry Date
401.2009.00003524.001	The Woodville Hotel	Mr B T MacFarlane	09 May 2016	21 Dec 2018
401.2010.00002755.001	Wimbledon Tavern	Mr R H J De Visser	09 May 2016	26 Apr 2019
401.2015.00005151.001	Bridge Cafe	Ms Y R Larsen	26 May 2016	05 May 2019
401.2010.00004109.001	Black Stump	Ms L J Box	26 May 2016	08 May 2019
401.2010.00002763.001	Post Office Hotel	Mr K P Bourke	26 May 2016	17 May 2019

On Licence - Renewal On Licence
License / Cert No	Premises	Applicant	Issue Date	Expiry Date
400.2014.00005390.001	New Central Motor Inn	KFT Ltd	01 Dec 2014	01 Dec 2018
400.2009.00003522.001	The Woodville Hotel	Talisman Developments Ltd	22 Dec 2005	22 Dec 2018
Off Licence - Renewal of Off Licence
License / Cert No	Premises	Applicant	Issue Date	Expiry Date
400.2014.00005391.001	New Central Motor Inn	KFT Ltd	01 Dec 2014	01 Dec 2018
400.2009.00002253.001	Woodville Four Square	Mr J A van Tuyl	07 Dec 2009	17 Dec 2018
400.2009.00003523.001	The Woodville Hotel	Talisman Developments Ltd	22 Dec 2005	22 Dec 2018

Managers Certificate - New Manager Certificate
License / Cert No	Premises	Applicant	Issue Date	Expiry Date
401.2016.00005176.001	Bottle - O Pahiatua	Miss A M Wickham	09 May 2016	09 May 2017
401.2016.00005177.001	The Bottle-O	Miss M L Taffs	26 May 2016	26 May 2017
401.2016.00005179.001	Post Office Hotel	Miss S O McKay	26 May 2016	26 May 2017
401.2016.00005181.001	Eketahuna Inn	Ms H McKenna	08 Jun 2016	08 Jun 2017

On Licence - New On Licence
License / Cert No	Premises	Applicant		Issue Date	Expiry Date
400.2016.00005501.001	Merrylees Hotel	Stalco Ltd		06 May 2016	06 May 2017
Off Licence - New Off Licence
License / Cert No	Premises	Applicant	Issue Date		Expiry Date
400.2016.00005502.001	Merrylees Hotel	Stalco Ltd	06 May 2016		06 May 2017

Special Licence - Special Licence
License / Cert No	Premises	Applicant			Issue Date	Expiry Date
400.2016.00005505.001	Wimbledon Tavern		Mrs L M De Visser	11 Apr 2016			25 Apr 2016
400.2016.00005496.001	Pahiatua School		Pahiatua School	09 May 2016			11 May 2016
400.2016.00005508.001	A&P Association Lounge		Dannevirke Central Kindergarten	09 May 2016			20 May 2016
400.2016.00005504.001	Pahiatua Town Hall		Pahiatua Chamber of Commerce	06 May 2016			21 May 2016
400.2016.00005507.001	Stadium Pahiatua		Health is Life Ltd	09 May 2016			28 May 2016
400.2016.00005514.001	Pukaha Mt Bruce		Pukaha Mount Bruce Board	08 Jun 2016			10 Jun 2016
400.2016.00005511.001	Te Rehunga Hall		Ruahine School Parents for Kids Committee	08 Jun 2016			11 Jun 2016
400.2016.00005513.001	Staduim Pahiatua		St Anthony’s School	22 Jun 2016			25 Jun 2016
400.2016.00005515.001	Dannevirke Sports Club		NZ Young Farmers	24 Jun 2016			25 Jun 2016
400.2016.00005516.001	Dannevirke Sports Club		V R Dorreen	30 Jun 2016			09 Jul 2016
400.2016.00005506.001	Dannevirke Squash Club Incorporated		Dannevirke Squash Club Incorporated	14 Apr 2016			27 Aug 2016
400.2016.00005510.001	Regent Downstairs Theatre		Pahiatua Repertory Society Incorporated	10 May 2016			10 Dec 2016
400.2016.00005517.001	Woodville Clay Target Club		Mr J M Wilkey	30 Jun 2016			04 Jun 2017

Temporary Authority - Temporary Authority
License / Cert No	Premises	Applicant	Issue Date	Expiry Date
400.2016.00005512.001	Woodville Four Square	B A Jensen Ltd	19 May 2016	30 Aug 2016

3.1	201.2016.9.1	B & D Bryant – 14 Armstrong Road, Umutaoroa
3.2	201.2016.19.1	M & A Hemopo - 81366 State Highway 2, Mangatainoka