Agenda of Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting

Terms of reference - Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group

Membership

Co-chairs	Two members to be appointed as co-chairs. Commissioner Shadrach Rolleston, Co-chair representative of consent holder; and Darlene Dinsdale – Mokopuna o Tia me Hei, Co-chair representative of iwi/hapū
Tauranga City Council representatives (2)	Commissioner Shadrach Rolleston Commissioner Bill Wasley
Western Bay of Plenty District Council representatives (2)	Mayor James Denyer Deputy Mayor John Scrimgeour
Iwi/ hapū representatives (4)	Jo'el Komene - Tapuika Iwi Authority Maru Tapsell – Te Kapu o Waitaha Darlene Dinsdale - Mokopuna o Tia me Hei Manu Pene - Ngāti Whakaue ki Maketu (Te Hononga)
Iwi/hapū representatives (alternates)	Tapuika Iwi Authority Te Kapu o Waitaha Mokopuna o Tia me Hei Ngāti Whakaue ki Maketu (Te Hononga)
Bay of Plenty Regional Council representative (non-voting)	Consents Manager
Quorum	Two representatives from the consent holders and two representatives from iwi/hapu, including one of the Co‑chairs. However, where a major decision is required, the quorum will be one representative from each entity. The Bay of Plenty Regional Council representative is not counted towards quorum.
Decision-making	By consensus where possible. If consensus cannot be reached, by majority vote. If there is an equal number of votes, the Co-chair who is chairing the meeting has a casting vote.
Meeting frequency	Four times a year or as required by the group. Meetings to alternate between week and weekend days if possible.
Meeting venue	To alternate between marae and council venues; or as appropriate to a meeting agenda and agreed by the Co‑chairs.

Advisory staff

Tauranga City Council

Chief Executive

General Manager: Infrastructure

Director: City Waters

Manager: Water Services

Manager: Water Infrastructure Outcomes

Manager: Strategic Māori Engagement

Western Bay of Plenty District Council

Chief Executive

Group Manager: Engineering

Utilities Manager

Bay of Plenty Regional Council

Compliance Officer with responsibility for Resource Consent #65637

Ko te wai te ora o ngā mea katoa

Background

· The Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group (WKAG) was established by consent conditions to provide advice to Tauranga City Council (TCC) and Western Bay of Plenty District Council (WBOPDC) as the joint consent holders in relation to matters covered under Resource Consent #65637, which authorises the take and use of water from the Waiāri Stream for municipal supply.

· Resource Consent #65637 was granted in 2010; since then there has been significant consolidation of iwi interests in the region.

· Te Kapu o Waitaha (2013) and Tapuika Iwi Authority (2014) have signed historic Treaty Settlements and Te Runanga o Ngāti Whakaue ki Maketu (Te Hononga) are still in negotiations.

· Tauranga City Council has active protocol agreements with Waitaha, Tapuika and Ngāti Whakaue ki Maketu including addendums that set out items and areas of significance to each entity.

· The treaty settlements, protocols, addendums and any subsequent plans submitted by Waitaha, Tapuika and Ngāti Whakaue ki Maketu shall be considered as background and context to the operations of the WKAG.

· Te Maru o Kaituna River Authority was established by the Tapuika Claims Settlement Act 2014 for the purpose of restoration, protection and enhancement of the environmental, cultural and spiritual health and wellbeing of the geographical area of the Kaituna River Catchment. It is a permanent joint committee under the Local Government Act 2002 and co-governance partnership between local authorities and iwi that share an interest in the Kaituna River. Recommendations will be made to Te Maru o Kaituna River Authority where required.

Role

· To exercise kaitiakitanga in relation to the Waiāri Stream to restore, protect and enhance the awa.

· To provide advice and recommendations to Tauranga City Council and Western Bay of Plenty District Council, as the joint consent holders, in relation to matters covered under Resource Consent #65637 which authorises the taking of water from the Waiāri Stream for municipal supply.

Scope

· Provide advice and recommendations to the consent holders relating to projects, action or research designed to restore, protect or enhance the health and well-being of the Waiāri Stream.

· Consider the monitoring requirements and outcomes under conditions 7.1 and 7.2 of the consent. Discuss the results of other monitoring undertaken by the group, which may include monitoring the adverse effects on environmental, heritage, cultural, economic and recreational aspects.

· Determine the actions to be taken in response to monitoring reports and make recommendations to the consent holders as appropriate.

· Provide advice and make recommendations to the consent holders and the Bay of Plenty Regional Council in relation to Part 2 and, in particular, to sections 6(e) and 7(a) of the Resource Management Act 1991, as they relate to this consent.

· Inform the Bay of Plenty Regional Council of the effects of the water take authorised under the consent on the mauri and mauriora of the Waiāri Stream.

· Review and provide feedback to Tauranga City Council and Western Bay of Plenty District Council on the Water Conservation Strategy required to be submitted as a condition of the consent.

· Discuss any other relevant matters that may be agreed by the group.

· Work together with the Kaitiaki Group established under Resource Consent RM16-0204-DC.04; which authorises the Western Bay of Plenty District Council to discharge treated wastewater from the Te Puke Wastewater Treatment Plant to the Waiāri Stream.

· Provide advice and recommendations to the consent holders on the future governance model of the Waiāri Stream.

· Provide recommendations to Te Maru o Kaituna River Authority where required.

Reporting

· The Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group will report to its member entities key discussion points, outcomes and actions following each formal meeting of the Advisory Group.

Co-chair selection process

· Co-chairs will be appointed every three years in alignment with the local government election cycle. The appointments will take place as soon as is reasonably practical following local government elections.

· The Co-chair representing the consent holder will be appointed by the Tauranga City Council and Western Bay District Councils.

· The Co-chair representing iwi/hapū will be appointed by the iwi/hapū representatives.

NB: Resource consent condition 10.2 defines the membership of the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group.

Resource consent condition 10.7 notes that the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group shall cease if all members of the group agree the group is to be disbanded. In such case Tauranga City Council and Western Bay of Plenty District Council (as consent holders)[1] shall give written notice of this to the Chief Executive of the Bay of Plenty Regional Council.

Advice notes from Resource Consent #65637 include:

(10) The Kaitiaki Advisory Group may make recommendations to the Regional Council to review conditions of this consent in accordance with condition 11 and s128 of the Resource Management Act 1991.

For the avoidance of doubt, the Advisory Group is informal in nature and is NOT established as a committee, subcommittee or other subordinate decision-making bodies of Council under clause 30(1) of Schedule 7 of the Local Government Act 2002 and does not have any delegated decision-making powers.

UNCONFIRMED Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting minutes

8 March 2023

MINUTES

Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting

Wednesday, 8 March 2023

Order of Business

1 Opening karakia. 3

2 Apologies. 3

3 Public forum.. 3

4 Acceptance of late items. 3

5 Confidential business to be transferred into the open. 3

6 Change to order of business. 4

7 Confirmation of minutes. 4

7.1 Minutes of the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting held on 10 August 2022. 4

8 Declaration of conflicts of interest 4

9 Business. 4

9.1 Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group Update March 2023. 4

10 Discussion of late items. 5

11 Closing karakia. 5

MINUTES OF Tauranga City Council

Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting

HELD AT THE Ground Floor Meeting Room 1, 306 Cameron Road, Tauranga

ON Wednesday, 8 March 2023 AT 9.30am

PRESENT: Commissioner Shadrach Rolleston (Chairperson), Ms Darlene Dinsdale, Commissioner Bill Wasley, Mr Jo'el Komene, Mr Manu Pene, Mr Maru Tapsell

IN ATTENDANCE: Nic Johansson (General Manager: Infrastructure), Steve Wiggill (Team Leader: Project Management Office), Peter Bahrs (Team Leader: Water Services), Kelvin Hill (Manager: Water Infrastructure Outcomes), Jennifer Pearson (Community Engagement Advisor: Infrastructure Delivery), Robyn Garrett (Team Leader: Governance Services), Anahera Dinsdale (Governance Advisor), Sam Hema, Keren Paekau (Team Leader: Te Pou Takawaenga), Carlo Ellis (Manager: Māori Strategic), Helen Biel, Yolande Gallagher(Kaiarahi Māori), Tuana Kuka (Kaiarahi Māori), Wally Potts (Director of City Waters), Chris Nepia (Western Bay of Plenty District Council), Reuben Fraser (Consent Manager, Bay of Plenty Regional Council)

1 Opening karakia

Mr Jo’el Komene opened the meeting with a karakia.

2 Apologies

Apology

Committee Resolution WA1/23/1

Moved: Commissioner Shadrach Rolleston

Seconded: Mr Jo'el Komene

That the apologies for absence received from Mayor James Denyer and Mr Liam Tapsell be accepted.

That the apologies for lateness received by Deputy Mayor John Scrimgeour and Mr Mokoera Te Amo be accepted.

Carried

At 9:42a.m, Deputy Mayor John Scrimgeour entered the meeting.

At 9:45a.m, Mr Mokoera Te Amo entered the meeting.

3 Public forum

Nil

4 Acceptance of late items

Nil

5 Confidential business to be transferred into the open

Nil

6 Change to order of business

Nil

7 Confirmation of minutes

7.1 Minutes of the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting held on 10 August 2022

Committee Resolution WA1/23/2

Moved: Commissioner Shadrach Rolleston

Seconded: Mr Jo'el Komene

That the minutes of the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting held on 10 August 2022 be confirmed as a true and correct record.

Carried

Resolution WA3/22/3 (c) - Reuben Fraser to follow up request for Bay of Plenty Regional Council funding for the development of a Te Mana o Te Wai statement for the catchment.

8 Declaration of conflicts of interest

Nil

9 Business

9.1 Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group Update March 2023

Staff Nic Johansson, General Manager: Infrastructure Services

Kelvin Hill, Manager: Water Infrastructure Outcomes

Key points

· Normal flow graph in the report was used for average minimum flows for each month. Second graph in report was for December 2022 to February 2023 abstraction rates.

· During December 2022 to March 2023, the Waiāri stream experienced flooding and the river rose by five metres. One water pump needed repairing due to silt damage. The pump was originally designed to handle flooding.

· Annual water monitoring rescheduled to March 2023.

· Silt and flooding wiped out planting on the banks of Waiāri stream by the Waiāri water intake site.

· A cultural recognition workshop was to be held at conclusion of Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting to discuss and suggest ideas, particularly by iwi members.

· 22 March 2023 was the scheduled formal opening ceremony for the Waiāri Water Treatment Plant with Tauranga City Council Commissioners.

· The Mauri model was in full operation and would indicate the Mauri/health of Waiāri Stream from a Māori world view. Staff mentioned this would be useful and the Mauri model would be reported on each month in the future.

· Waiāri Water Treatment Plant was in operation. Beautification component was still to be completed e.g. tar seal and landscaping around the building.

In response to questions

· The Te Puke Wastewater Treatment Plant reported no issues or effects caused by summer 2022-2023 weather events.

· Possibility there was a blockage upstream which could have caused Waiāri Stream to rise; the stream had risen five metres within 30 minutes. There was no monitoring upstream by Tauranga City Council staff. Catchment specialists had surveyed upstream following the weather events of December 2022 to March 2023 and found six slips upstream of th Waiāri water intake site, but were unsure if the slips caused the Waiāri to dam during weather event.

· The staff would unpack information and video footage and report back to Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group regarding any possible blockages.

· It was challenging to mitigate the risks of weather events and land slips. Was difficult to do remedial work with silt and settlement shedding every rain event.

· No evidence on whether the slips occurred on Whataroa Gorge. Once staff had all known information compiled, staff would share findings with wider audience.

Discussion points raised

· Thanked staff for information provided to Waiāri kaitiaki regarding consent conditions and notification water level.

· Tapuika iwi members had visited the Waiāri water intake site.

· TCC needed to engage in discussion with WBOPDC and BOPRC once more information on slips/weather event was available to staff.

Committee Resolution WA1/23/3

Moved: Commissioner Bill Wasley

Seconded: Deputy Mayor John Scrimgeour

That the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group:

(a) Receives the report "Waiari Kaitiaki Advisory Group Update March 2023".

Carried

10 Discussion of late items

Mr Fraser from BOPRC introduced Ms Ella Tennant, the newBOPRC Regional Consents Manager. Mr Fraser had moved to another job role within BOPRC. The members of Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group opted that there be a transition phase from Mr Fraser to Ms Tennant as Mr Fraser had been involved in Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group for many years. Mr Fraser and Ms Tennant both agreed.

11 Closing karakia

Mr Manu Pene closed the meeting with a karakia.

The meeting closed at 9:56am.

The minutes of this meeting were confirmed as a true and correct record at the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting held on 7 June 2023.

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CHAIRPERSON

Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting Agenda

7 June 2023

9 Business

9.1 Waiari Kaitiaki Advisory Group - Cultural Recognition Development Update May 2023

File Number: A14737668

Author: Kelvin Hill, Manager: Water Infrastructure Outcomes

Authoriser: Nic Johansson, General Manager: Infrastructure

Purpose of the Report

1. To provide an update on the status of the cultural recognition meetings and discussions with iwi reps as requested at the previous Kaitiaki Advisory Group (KWAG) meeting held on Wednesday 8 March 2023.

2. To provide the Waiari Kaitiaki Advisory Group (KWAG) members discuss all (six) actions and tasks including costings and cost centres.

3. The Waiari Kaitiaki Advisory Group members agree on priority initiatives to provide direction and allow work to commence across all six cultural initiatives.

Recommendations

That the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group:

(a) Receives the report "Waiari Kaitiaki Advisory Group - Cultural Recognition Development Update May 2023".

(b) That the Waiari Kaitiaki Advisory Group (KWAG) members discuss all (6) Cultural initiatives and associated tasks including costings and cost centres.

(d) Agree to a proposed funding model that requires each of the parties, Tauranga City Council (TCC), Western Bay of Plenty District Council (WBOPDC), Bay of Plenty Regional Council (BOPRC) to seek funding via their individual Long Term Planning process.

Executive Summary

4. The Cultural recognition report is a summary of decisions and discussions leading to a list of prioritised initiatives for cultural recognition for the Waiari Water Supply Scheme project. Iwi reps met to discuss the subject in late 2022, 13^th April and 2^nd May 2023 for the purpose of contributing their input into the cultural recognition document developed with the Takawaenga team in 2022. Key members of that group included:

Attendance: First hui at TIA Office, Te Puke - 13.04.23

· TAPUIKA Representative - Jo’el Komene

· TAPUIKA Representative - Helen Biel (Alternate)

· WAITAHA Representative - Mokoera Te Amo

· NGATI WHAKUE KI MAKETU Representative - Manu Pene

· MOKOPUNA O TIA ME HEI Representative - Darlene Dinsdale

· Department of Conservation Representative - Raponi Wilson

· Tauranga City Council Representative - Yolanda Tipuna

· Hemasphere Ltd - Sam Hema

Second hui Zoom Online 02.05.23

· TAPUIKA Representative - Jo’el Komene

· WAITAHA Representative - Maru Tapsell

· NGATI WHAKUE KI MAKETU Representative - Manu Pene

· MOKOPUNA O TIA ME HEI Representative - Darlene Dinsdale

· Western Bay of Plenty District Council Representative - Chris Nepia

· Tauranga City Council Representative - Yolanda Tipuna

· Hemasphere Ltd - Sam Hem

5. A copy of the document titled “Cultural Recognition Development” is attached to this report.

6. The agreed approach moving forward is for staff from both councils to form a sub-group to ensure delivery of the list of initiatives of the for Tapuika, Waitaha, Ngāti Whakaue ki Maketu & Mokopuna o Tia me Hei.

Background

7. The purpose of this report is to frame up the (6) cultural recognition initiatives for council to provide advice on costings and potential budget options for membership of the KWAG to discuss. Each initiative has also been initial accessed for readiness and execution.

8. The purpose is to frame up the (6) cultural recognition initiatives for council to provide advice on costings and potential budget options for membership of the KWAG to discuss. Each initiative has also been initial reviewed for readiness and execution.

9. The initiatives are as follows:

· Mauri Model Application Immediate

· Rest Area Restoration (Waiari Bridge) Business case

· Tohu Maori - Storytelling cultural interpretation options Business case

· River Access Points Business case

· Regeneration Programmes Immediate

· Education and Employment Pathways Immediate

Mauri Model Application

10. Brief: Design an Iwi Monitoring Programme that implements the Mauri Model in an ongoing manner to be implemented as soon as possible.

Aim: To develop Iwi Monitoring Programme including key aspects and costs and secure ongoing funding from suitable sources

Objective: To create a suite of tools that acts as a mechanism for accountability of the Councils consent conditions and useful to mitigate.

11. The Mauri Model developed by Dr Kepa Morgan acts as an expression that supports a Te Ao Māori perspective covering environmental, cultural, educational, social, governance and economic areas that impact our taonga te Waiari. An Iwi Monitoring program includes this model and involves tangata whenua to exercise their kaitiakitanga and lead the monitoring of the Waiari. This has been the desire from the outset. Bay of Plenty Regional Council will work with iwi to deliver on this aspiration as well as local government partners.

12. Iwi Monitoring Program includes:

· Mauri-o-meter - Continued use of the Mauri Model developed by Maioro Mahi Professionals - Dr Kēpa Morgan.

· Management program co-developed by Council and Iwi to include activities, responsibilities, inspection and monitoring schedule and reporting.

· Tangata whenua monitors appointed with that meet Mauri Model objectives.

· Education - Matauranga Maori opportunities provided by iwi to include in the Iwi Monitoring Management program.

13.

Key Task	Lead Owner	Cost ESTIMATE	Budget Plan
			OPEX/CAPEX/LTP
1. Appoint two monitors & complete terms and conditions with Iwi	BOPRC/Iwi	$
2. BOPRC & Iwi co-write a management plan on the expectations of these roles	BOPRC/Iwi	$10,000
3. Complete outstanding actions from previous scope for Mauri Model delivery pre site opening	TCC	N/A

Rest Area Restoration (Waiari Bridge)

14. Brief: The Rest Area at the Waiari Bridge needs urgent attention to enable safe access.

15. Aim: Prioritised redevelopment of reserve through WBOPDC Reserve Management Plan or similar.

16. Objective: Address the following matters for immediate action:

(a) WBOPDC to meet with tangata whenua to redesign the area to be more welcoming and functional taking cultural priorities into account.

(b) Consider modifying current ditch and stop bank to be more accessible e.g. design a ladder system for entry and exit.

(d) Install measurement indicators onto bridge pylons to enable transparency on river levels.

17. Tangata whenua want to maintain their cultural practices and recreational activities without any impedance or hinderance from unsafe structures, land usage and awa access issues created by Councils. The area once was a business hub for Ngāti Tuheke people with the production of a flax milling plant exporting to international markets and providing a way of life for our people.

18. In the past whānau camped along the river in various spots and lived on the river bringing their families up providing nohoanga for the hapū. The ability to catch tuna (eels) bring back the ari, catch koura and harvest rongoa as well as swimming and bombing as a way of life is important for tangata whenua.

19. Rest Area Suite of Enhancements include:

(a) A safe walkway/cycleway bridge built across the Waiari awa alongside the existing bridge, connecting the marae to the area.

(b) A platform for water activities including bombing, swimming, swing etc.

(d) An information board that provides historic significant information by Ngāti Tuheke.

(e) An appropriate amount of pontoon toilets, bins.

(f) An inviting and inspiring food area with recreational activities provided including, BBQ tables, BBQ facilities, seating.

(g) An appropriate parking area with enough space for the communities.

(h) Mauri Model measurement indicators on the bridge pylons branded by tangata whenua.

(i) Tohu Māori in place as a marker for cultural recognition.

20.

Key Task	Lead Owner	Cost ESTIMATE	Budget Plan
			OPEX/CAPEX/LTP
1. Action immediately a Co-design plan with iwi for the bridge, rest area, parking, access etc	WBOPDC/TCC	$
2. Create a timeline for delivery	WBOPDC/TCC	$
3. Prepare a cultural event to open the area	Council/Iwi	N/A

Tohu Maori - Storytelling cultural interpretation options

21. Brief: Take a taonga centric approach to storytelling, acknowledgement and cultural recognition along the Waiari.

22. Aim: To utilise TCC pledged funding ($200k) on suitable cultural recognition by June 2023 and secure suitable ongoing annual funding from TCC Annual Plan. To confirm WBOPDC and BOPRC contributions. To target suitable external funding

23. Objective: Develop an interpretation plan for the length of the Waiari that acknowledges the sources through the entire network including tributaries to and then also from the Waiari, identify suitable points for cultural recognition including type of recognition and agreed

storytelling. Align with River Access Points plan outlined below. Price and timetable an implementation plan.

24. Cultural Value: Storytelling is our cultural capital that council will be able to embrace to increase the value of investment in the area. Tanga Whenua have pā sites significant to us from the top to the bottom of the awa. We have waahi tapu and caves that are sacred and embedded in our histories. We have taniwha that live in the awa who guide and protect our cultural heritage. We have members of our whakapapa that have done significant things all along the awa. Our true story includes the awa and we are the holders of that knowledge and therefore have the authority to share them as well as protect them.

25. Interpretation Plan: This is directed by the sites identified in Theme: River Access Points

Key Task	Lead Owner	Cost ESTIMATE	Budget Plan
			OPEX/CAPEX/LTP
1. Commission a history of the awa document to be used for interpretation identified to particular sites. Potential to have an APP that supports the storytelling.	TCC	$ 20,000
2. Iwi to wananga on what information remains in the hands of iwi and what is open to the public	Iwi/TCC	$20,00)

River Access Points

27. The following sites have been agreed to and identified as not only access points to the awa but places for Tohu Māori providing histories and backstories significant to the area useful for an interpretation plan.

28. Te Rerenga - This site has access that TCC can explore through TECT. There are lakes swamps and puna there. Tapuika have exclusive access.

29. Te Ranga o Hineata - Shaw Rd This site has access on private land. The water is clear and deep in areas and there are puna and stones there in the area around Ngaingainui.

30. Potakataka - This area has access that TCC can explore. The awa is deep and cold in this area that has minimal erosion. It has easy access and is suitable for Tapuika to have nohoanga activities and spaces for cultural practices.

31. Tawakepito - Access to this site is suitable behind the marae however WBOPDC need to look into landowner permission - potential pathway leading behind the marae to the awa. Perfect opportunity to connect both Makahae and Tawakepito marae to the awa.

32. Waiari Bridge - Access available however this needs to be improved and made safer. Surrounding lands need to be explored by WBOPDC for the development of a rest area. This area is significant to Ngāti Tuheke and the flax industry they once lead.

33. Kongutuawa ki te Kaituna - The bottom end of the awa currently has stock banks surrounding and access more challenging. WBOPDC to explore.

34.

Key Task	Lead Owner	Cost ESTIMATE	Budget Plan
			OPEX/CAPEX/LTP
1. Work on a (6) site project approach for access points and prioritise each one for development and funding	TCC/ WBOPDC/Iwi	$TBC
2. Explore development plans land access issues and opportunities	TCC/WBOPDC	$TBC
3. Prioritise site development and funding allocation starting with the Waiari Bridge	TCC/ WBOPDC/Iwi	$TBC
4. Look into the potential of nohoanga at Potakataka and develop plans	TCC/ WBOPDC/Iwi	$TBC

Regeneration Programmes

35. Cultural Value: The mauri of the river is at a human cost and we want skilled people to learn about rongoa, riparian planting and our cultural values. Consideration needs to be given when making appointments to roles on the stance around employing the right people who understand kaitiakitanga (use) and mauri (life force). We want to feel connected and that leads on to other activities and so on. As kaitiaki it allows our people to be involved and employed with these initiatives to be connected to develop programs to revive our practices with our people.

Current Regional Programmes List

36. Te Maru o Kaituna - The purpose of Te Maru o Kaituna is the restoration, protection, and enhancement of the environmental, cultural and spiritual health and well-being of the Kaituna River. KWAG Iwi reps have identified that this program aligns with the cultural values, priorities, issues & concerns as well as opportunities raised to address potential solutions. (TCC/BOPRC).

37. Te Ohu Parawai - Kaitiaki Advisory Group “Ko mātou te awa, ko te awa ko mātou” - We are the river and the river is us - Currently non-existent however KWAG members wish to attend these meetings and find ways for alignment. (WBOPDC).

38. Ngā Awa river restoration program - Department of Conservation - Taking a whole catchment approach, Ngā Awa is working in partnership with others to restore the biodiversity of 14 rivers from mountains to sea. KWAG iwi reps have access to local DOC initiatives that support Iwi currently through Jobs for Nature that focus on restorative approaches. (TCC/Iwi/BOPRC).

39. Kaituna River rediversion and Maketu Estuary enhancement - Bay of Plenty Regional Council - The goal of the Kaituna River Re-diversion and Estuary Enhancement Project is to significantly increase the volume of water (particularly fresh water) flowing from the Kaituna River into Te Awa o Ngātoroirangi/Maketū Estuary by 2018 in a way that maximises the ecological and cultural benefits (particularly wetlands and kaimoana) while limiting the economic cost and adverse environmental effects to acceptable levels. KWAG iwi reps have access to local BOPRC support to develop a specific Waiari program that aligns itself with this catchment approach. (TCC/BOPRC/Iwi).

40. Athenree Waiau Wetland Environmental Programme - Te Whānau a Tauwhao / BOPRC / DOC / NZTA / WBOPDC - This hapū lead initiative is part of the outcomes sought by Te Whānau a Tauwhao to bring mana to the hapū and enable them to reach their aspirations in restoration for their whenua & awa. KWAG have an opportunity to develop a similar outcome via a multi agency approach. (TCC/BOPRC).

41. Wetland Creation Initiative: Refer to initiative developed by Western Bay of Plenty District Council to develop existing wastewater wetlands into freshwater wetlands. KWAG are in agreement to review and support this however the WBOPDC Wastewater Project is disconnected with a catchment approach. (TCC/WBOPDC).

42.

Key Task	Lead Owner	Cost ESTIMATE	Budget Plan
			OPEX/CAPEX/LTP
1. Develop a Waiari Restoration Plan - and create opportunities for alignment with existing plans	TCC/ WBOPDC/Iwi	$ TBC
2. KWAG formal alignment with Te Maru o Kaituna	KWAG	$TBC
3. Explore TCC Wetland Initiative for development	TCC/Iwi	$TBC
4. Work through above initiatives to identify contract opportunities for iwi.	TCC/Iwi	$TBC

Education and Employment Pathways - The following items are taken directly from the Cultural Recognition Development report

43. Cultural Value - Tangata whenua seek to be working at the Waiari Site regardless delivering education, cultural aspects and kaitiakitanga. We want our people skilled we want them working at these plants and being involved at all levels. An opportunity exists for tangata whenua to be in partnership with Council in the allocation process through scholarships and procurement and up-skilling staff. Council staff benefit from this approach as tangata whenua develop their cultural capacity within their teams.

44. Scholarship approach - Scholarship to cover tertiary fees, living costs - support the student to have 100% focus on study ideally $5k annually. Applicants should have an educational program at the plant with schools, community groups, businesses and council. Council to front the finically responsibilities of the scholarship.

45. Education Centre approach - Tangata whenua will work with TCC to co-design the aesthetics of the water treatment plant to reflect cultural inclusion - this includes interior design, cultural interpretation, storyboards, activity zones, access and entry visuals.

46. At the very least cultural practices like whakatau & manaaki are practiced at the site to continue whakawhanaungatanga values. Council staff, new staff inducted especially those who deal with the Waiari Project.

47. Community groups should have an opportunity to be educated as well as schools targeted for ongoing opportunities.

48. Council to setup processes that align with expectations

49. Recruitment approach - Tapuika & Waitaha to lead cultural aspects and expectations into job descriptions and scholarship applications

· Co-chair of the KWAG forum to sit on recruitment process and scholarship.

· Council to setup scholarship processes that align with expectations and technical role.

· Bonding period - scholarship helps to get qualified, applicant must give back for a particular period of time.

50.

Key Task	Lead Owner	Cost ESTIMATE	Budget Plan
			OPEX/CAPEX/LTP
1. Complete a scholarship plan ready for applications by 2024	TCC	$TBC
2. Schedule Waiari Watertake Site cultural design and development meetings confirmed by June 2023	TCC/Iwi	$TBC
3. Look into recruitment opportunities at the Waiari site to align with scholarship opportunity	TCC	$TBC

Financial Considerations

51. The development of this framework requires partners and councils (BOPRC and WBOPDC) to work collaboratively on options that will allow the delivery of this project across various cost centres; OPEX/CAPEX/LTP etc. These projects have no direct legal implications but will support decision making with legal effects. This includes for example the usage of Council Reserve lands and access points.

52. Consultation / Engagement - The development of this framework requires partners and councils (BOPRC and WBOPDC) to work collaboratively on options that will allow the delivery of this project across various cost centres; OPEX/CAPEX/LTP.

Consultation / Engagement

53. Ongoing engagement with a wide range of stakeholders is anticipated. This includes working in collaboration with landowners, tangata whenua partners and councils (BOPRC and WBOPDC).

54. Monthly KWAG IWI REP HUI are essential in the delivery of the cultural recognition project. They act as an accountability tool for council staff.

55. Council teams to program regular activities to work through each item on the list with tangata whenua.

56. Develop an interpretation plan for the length of the Waiari that acknowledges the wider Cultural significance of the area.

ENGAGEMENT

57. Ongoing engagement with a wide range of stakeholders is anticipated. This includes working in collaboration with landowners, tangata whenua partners and councils (BOPRC and WBOPDC).

58. Monthly KWAG IWI REP HUI are essential in the delivery of the cultural recognition project. They act as an accountability tool for council staff.

59. Council teams to program regular activities to work through each item on the list with tangata whenua.

Next Steps

60. Continuation with the implementation of the Mauri Model program and the initiation of an integrated and shared approach with Councils by the next KWAG meeting.

61. TCC & WBOPDC adopt a restoration program approach to the Waiari in conjunction with tangata whenua by the next KWAG meeting.

62. TCC & WBOPDC design a scholarship program in conjunction with tangata whenua and report back to KWAG meeting. (Timing to be confirmed).

63. Scheduled Design meeting with Iwi reps and council staff for the development of a ‘Waiari Site Office Cultural plan’.

64. Scheduled procurement activities with BOPRC & Iwi Reps on the process of hiring iwi monitors for the Waiari.

65. Development of an Education Scholarship program in conjunction with tangata whenua.

66. Work through Waiari Bridge priorities and potential business case scenarios.

67. Work through the Tohu Maori & Access Points Initiatives and potential business case scenario.

Attachments

1. Cultural Recognition Development_KWAG 2023 attachment - A14754449 ⇩


AGENDA Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting Wednesday, 7 June 2023
I hereby give notice that a Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting will be held on:
Date:	Wednesday, 7 June 2023
Time:	9.30am
Location:	Moko Marae 1213 Te Puke Highway Waitangi Te Puke
Please note that this meeting will be livestreamed and the recording will be publicly available on Tauranga City Council's website: www.tauranga.govt.nz.
Marty Grenfell Chief Executive