Terms of reference
- Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group
Membership
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Co-chairs
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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
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Tauranga City Council representatives
(2)
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Commissioner Shadrach Rolleston
Commissioner Bill Wasley
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Western Bay of Plenty
District Council representatives (2)
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Mayor James
Denyer
Deputy Mayor
John Scrimgeour
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Iwi/ hapū representatives
(4)
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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)
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Iwi/hapū
representatives (alternates)
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Tapuika Iwi
Authority
Te Kapu o Waitaha
Mokopuna o
Tia me Hei
Ngāti
Whakaue ki Maketu (Te Hononga)
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Bay of Plenty Regional
Council representative
(non-voting)
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Consents Manager
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Quorum
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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.
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Decision-making
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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.
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Meeting frequency
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Four times a year or as required
by the group. Meetings to alternate between week and weekend days if
possible.
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Meeting venue
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To alternate between marae and
council venues; or as appropriate to a meeting agenda and agreed by the Co‑chairs.
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Advisory staff
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Tauranga
City Council
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Chief
Executive
General
Manager: Infrastructure
Director:
City Waters
Manager:
Water Services
Manager:
Water Infrastructure Outcomes
Manager:
Strategic Māori Engagement
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Western
Bay of Plenty District Council
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Chief
Executive
Group
Manager: Engineering
Utilities
Manager
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Bay
of Plenty Regional Council
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Compliance
Officer with responsibility for Resource Consent #65637
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Ko te wai te ora o ngā mea katoa
Background
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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.
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Resource Consent #65637 was granted in 2010; since then there has been significant consolidation
of iwi interests in the region.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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To exercise kaitiakitanga in relation to the Waiāri Stream
to restore, protect and enhance the awa.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Determine the actions to be taken in response to monitoring
reports and make recommendations to the consent holders as appropriate.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Discuss any other relevant matters that may be agreed by the
group.
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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.
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Provide advice and recommendations to the consent holders on the
future governance model of the Waiāri Stream.
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Provide recommendations to Te Maru o Kaituna River Authority
where required.
Reporting
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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
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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.
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The Co-chair representing the consent holder will be appointed by
the Tauranga City Council and Western Bay District Councils.
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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)
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.
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 Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting minutes
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7 June 2023
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MINUTES
Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting
Wednesday, 7 June 2023
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Order of Business
1 Opening karakia. 3
2 Apologies. 3
3 Public forum.. 3
4 Acceptance of
late items. 4
5 Confidential
business to be transferred into the open. 4
6 Change to order
of business. 4
7 Confirmation of
minutes. 4
7.1 Minutes
of the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting held on 8 March 2023. 4
8 Declaration of
conflicts of interest 4
9 Business. 5
9.2 Waiari
Kaitiaki Advisory Group Update May 2023. 5
9.1 Waiari
Kaitiaki Advisory Group - Cultural Recognition Development Update May 2023. 6
10 Discussion of late items. 8
11 Closing karakia. 8
MINUTES
OF Tauranga City Council
Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting
HELD
AT THE Moko Marae, 1213 Te Puke Highway,
Waitangi, Te Puke
ON
Wednesday, 7 June 2023 AT 9.30am
PRESENT: Commissioner
Shadrach Rolleston (Chairperson), Ms Darlene Dinsdale (Co-Chairperson),
Commissioner Bill Wasley, Deputy Mayor John Scrimgeour (Western Bay of Plenty
District Council), Mr Jo'el Komene, Mr Manu Pene and Mr Mokoera Te Amo.
IN ATTENDANCE: Carlo
Ellis (Manager: Strategic Māori Engagement), Peter Bahrs (Manager: Water
Services), Kelvin Hill (Manager: Water Infrastructure Outcomes), Yolande Tipuna
(Kaiārahi Māori), Sam Hema (Tangata Whenua Liaison), Rueben Fraser
(Consent Manager, Bay of Plenty Regional Council), Chris Nepia (Western Bay of
Plenty District Council), Rodney (Water Intake & Treatment Plant
Manager), Coral Hair (Manager: Democracy & Governance Services) and Anahera
Dinsdale (Governance Advisor).`
1 Opening
karakia
Mr Mokoera Te Amo opened the meeting with a mihi/whakatau
and karakia.
2 Apologies
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Apology
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Committee Resolution WA2/23/1
Moved: Deputy
Mayor John Scrimgeour
Seconded: Commissioner Bill Wasley
That the apologies for absence received from Mayor James
Denyer and Mr Maru Tapsell be accepted.
Carried
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3 Public
forum
Nil
4 Acceptance
of late items
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Motion
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Committee Resolution WA2/23/2
Moved: Mr
Manu Pene
Seconded: Commissioner Bill Wasley
That Waiari Kaitiaki Advisory Group accept the following
late item:
(a)
Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group Update May 2023
Carried
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5 Confidential
business to be transferred into the open
Nil
6 Change
to order of business
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Change the Order of Business
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Committee Resolution WA2/23/3
Moved: Mr
Manu Pene
Seconded: Mr Mokoera Te Amo
That the order of business be amended so the next item of
business is 9.2 Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group Update May 2023 followed
by Item 9.1 Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group – Cultural Recognition
Development Update May 2023.
Carried
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7 Confirmation
of minutes
8 Declaration
of conflicts of interest
Nil
9 Business
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9.2 Waiāri
Kaitiaki Advisory Group Update May 2023
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Staff Peter
Bahrs, Manager: Water Services
Power point Presentation
Key points
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The Waiāri catchment aerial survey highlights with images
were distributed as a separate report to Advisory Group Members.
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The Waiāri stream flow patterns previous report was to
January 2023, with the current update until 30 April 2023.
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The actual measurement of the stream flow during a flooding
situation was difficult to assess as it was not calibrated properly so as a
result, the figures were only indicative. Equally as a result, the Bio
Management flow was delayed and was undertaken at a later date. The report was
currently in draft form and would be presented at the next Waiāri
Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting.
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Stream flows were improving, however it was difficult to
ascertain the baseline of the stream flow due to the weather events/rain
fall. A dry period was needed before establishing a true baseline. It was
hoped that the ground water and aquifers had recharged and stream flows would
increase as a result of the amount of rainfall over the summer.
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It was noted that Tauranga City Council (TCC)had been recording
day to day stream flow data since January 2023. The National Institute of
Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) only undertakes flow gaging and flow
collaboration.
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It was noted that the water extraction level from the Waiāri
was an average of 60 litres per second.
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The weather event during Auckland Anniversary weekend in
January 2023 caused a 400 times stream flow capacity of approximately 428,000
litres per second. The current recorded stream flow average was 28,000 litres
per second.
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The rainfall during Cyclone Gabrielle had no effect on
Waiāri.
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A survey was undertaken after the extreme weather events on the
Waiāri with a 25 square kilometre catchment area. It was noted that
while some areas may not have been captured accurately, the main features
were. The survey also highlighted how steep the stream margins were at
certain points in the catchment.
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It was noted in the survey that the prevailing land use was
mainly kiwifruit orchards and dairy farms with forestry towards the top end
of the catchment.
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There were 13 plus slips noted upstream of the Waiāri
water intake site which caused some discharge of silt into the
Waiāri. There were also several downstream of the water intake
site. The report identified actions for staff to follow up and for TCC to
work with the Bay of Plenty Regional Council.
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It was noted that the Wastewater Treatment Plant building was
not affected during flooding events.
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It was noted that the three land slips near Waiāri water
intake site were on private land, however TCC did own the bottom section
where there were riparian plantings along the bankside of the Waiāri.
In response to questions
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It was noted that the 2023 rainfall was a one in 50 rainfall
event, where the Waiāri stream rose in one hour and equally decreased
within forty minutes.
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It was noted that the instruments TCC use to measure and
monitor the Waiāri were more accurate than those used by NIWA as they
were free of sediment.
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Staff believed that the land was soaking up the water from the
rain fall which had recharged the ground water as the land had become
waterlogged.
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The protection wall at the Waiāri water intake site was to
protect the building during flooding. The sediment on the inside of the
protection wall was a build-up of silt from the flooding.
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Repairs to the damage and the clean-up of Intake site post
weather event was done in May 2023.
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It was noted that the data records held by TCC for the Waiāri
stream flow rates go back to 2021.
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Committee Resolution WA2/23/5
Moved: Commissioner
Bill Wasley
Seconded: Ms Darlene Dinsdale
That the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group:
(a) Receives the report
“Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group Update May 2023".
Carried
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Attachments
1 Waiāri
Kaitiaki Advisory Group TCC Update Report 7 June 2023 video removed pdf
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9.1 Waiāri
Kaitiaki Advisory Group - Cultural Recognition Development Update May 2023
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Staff Kelvin
Hill, Manager: Water Infrastructure Outcomes
Power point Presentation
Key points
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The two membership meetings held before this meeting were
acknowledged for helping staff better understand the cultural recognition.
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Mr Hill noted he presented his report on behalf of Tauranga
City Council and he could not speak for Bay of Plenty Regional Council and
Western Bay of Plenty District Council. He also noted that the three councils
would need to hold some inhouse discussions on some on the items highlighted
in the report.
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The purpose of the report was to provide a status on the
Cultural Recognition document.
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Prioritisation of the six initiatives were based on time, commitment
and a reality on what was achievable.
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Dr Kepa Morgan’s involvement in the Waiāri Kaitiaki
Advisory Group with the Mauri Model Application was noted and how important
it was to get an iwi point of view on the health of the Waiāri stream.
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There was a possibility of a business case for three
initiatives - the Rest Area restoration, Tohu Māori and the River
access points. The other three, Mauri Model applications,- Regeneration
Programmes and Education and Employment pathways could be initiated immediately.
Mauri Model Application:
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A number of constraints were dually noted by staff.
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Staff recognised the interagency involvement with the
Department of Conservation (DoC), Maiora Consultants, Dr Kepa Morgan, and the
Bay of Plenty Regional Council (BoPRC).
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There was a desire within the document to appoint cultural
monitors which should be a collaborative approach.
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The need for a mauri model management plan to be written
between iwi and the councils was noted.
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Discussions within and between the various councils regarding
cost estimates needed to occur and staff were hopeful of returning to the
next Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group with confirmed figures.
Rest area restoration
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It was noted that the various iwi and councils (Western
Bay/TCC) were to meet and discuss a co-design plan for the Waiāri bridge
and carpark.
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The work to be done to get the design in place and commenced
was noted.
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The need for a working group for Cultural Recognition outside
of the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group was also noted.
Tohu Māori
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Acknowledged that Te Pou Takawaenga had started a Tohu
Māori document in 2022 and the document had initiated the Waiāri
Kaitiaki Advisory Group cultural recognition wananga held prior to the
meeting.
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The six cultural recognition initiatives and development
discussions came from tangata whenua. Storytelling was significant to
whanau/iwi/hapu and two issues were raised by tangata whenua in terms of what
information was to be provided from the iwi to the community, and what was
considered tapu and knowledge only to be held by iwi/hapu.
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Members wanted to ensure that the full history and the entirety
of the Waiāri was captured.
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Cultural values to be installed in all six initiatives.
River access points
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Noted strategic land spots for wider community and iwi access.
It was also noted that a masterplan of all items be on one pictorial picture
and outlining the importance of recognising access to the Waiāri stream.
Regeneration Programme
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It was noted the environmental enhancement for the Waiāri
and the need for footpaths, access ways, planting and the linking of maraes
to the Waiāri. Staff worked to mitigate the various barriers.
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BoPRC noted their involvement and assistance with wetlands and
riparian plantings. It was suggested that this would be a project for a
tangata whenua member on the working group to lead so that it was not just
staff.
Education & Employment
Pathways
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There was the possibility of an initiative to develop a
scholarship for an iwi representative to be trained in water quality which
was fully supported by TCC.
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The key priorities would need a work programme to be completed
between June to December 2023. This would assist in a better understanding
and to provide feedback for what needed to occur.
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The next steps and moving forward with the Cultural Recognition
plan was noted.
In response to questions
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. Recognised that TCC had a dollar value set aside within the
project for cultural recognition.
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In terms of understanding the current level of pledge funding,
the report mentioned the on-going annual funding through the annual plan, and
what could be accommodated in the Long Term Plan.
Discussion points raised
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BoPRC noted the potential for the Freshwater planning process
over the next 18 months and were willing to be a part of the conversations
for the Cultural Recognition application.
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In order for the mauri model application to move forward, Dr
Kepa Morgan noted he would like to complete the outstanding issues.
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Members supported the alignment with Te Maru o Kaituna Action
Plan Te Tini a Tuna Catchment Plan as it focused on working with
iwi/hapu/owners and the further catchment.
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An understanding to identify partners and potential funding
sources to support the regeneration programme was needed.
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The relationship between TCC and Waikato University was noted
with the recruitment of planners through a scholarship programme to cover the
shortfall of staff in that area.
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It was noted that there may be an opportunity for the Education
and Employment cultural recognition initiative to cross over into the TCC
scholarship pathways initiative. BOPRC noted they also had an established
scholarship for water and environmental management studies within the region.
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Western Bay supported the programme in principal and were fully
committed to the cultural recognition framework. Their staff had discussed it
and were putting a plan together looking at how they would support the
framework.
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Members and councils supported the idea of establishing a
working group to assist staff with the implementation of the Cultural
Recognition framework.
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Mr Jo’el Komene and Mr Manu Pene were nominated for the
Waiāri Cultural Recognition Working Group which would also include Mr
Reuben Fraser from BOPRC and Mr Kelvin Hill from TCC.
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Matters were raised in report in relation to water supply for
marae. The Western Bay had a new process where marae were not charged for the
consumption of water but were still charged for the infrastructure and
services component of the water service. Confirmation letters were sent out
in July 2022, as a result of the korero that had occurred around the table. A
remitting consumption charge process was underway.
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Each of the councils were to further investigate the
possibility of providing free water to the various marae impacted by the
Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group.
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Committee Resolution WA2/23/6
Moved: Commissioner
Bill Wasley
Seconded: Mr Mokoera Te Amo
That the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group:
(a) Receives the report
"Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group - Cultural Recognition Development
Update May 2023".
(b) Requests a follow up report
on cultural recognition development that includes scope of each initiative,
costings and funding sources and priorities and timeframes for
implementation.
(c) Agrees 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.
Carried
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Attachments
1 Presentation
- Waiāri Water Supply Scheme pdf
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10 Discussion
of late items
Nil
11 Closing
karakia
Mr Mokoera Te Amo closed the meeting with a karakia.
The meeting closed at 11:16am.
The minutes of this meeting were confirmed as a true and
correct record at the Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting held on 6
September 2023.
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CHAIRPERSON
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Waiāri Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting Agenda
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6
September 2023
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9 Business
9.1 Waiari
Operations Report
File
Number: A14992713
Author: Peter
Bahrs, Manager: Water Services
Authoriser: Nic
Johansson, General Manager: Infrastructure
Purpose of the Report
1. To update the Waiāri
Kaitiaki Advisory Group on the stream flows and ecological monitoring of the
Waiāri.
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Recommendations
That the Waiāri
Kaitiaki Advisory Group:
(a) Receives the report
"Waiãri".
(b) Provide feedback on report
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Executive Summary
2. Overall the Waiāri
stream flows have significantly increased from there baseline flows. An
overview of the ecological monitoring of the Waiāri, undertaken in March
2023, is provided and the results were impacted by the flooding events
experienced prior to the survey.
waiāri stream flow data
3. The Waiāri stream
flow for monthly average and minimum flows from January 2001 to end of July
2023 and is shown in the first graph below. The maximum flows have been omitted
to allow better definition of the data
4. The second graph shows
the daily Waiāri flows over the same period till end July 2023
5. The overall the flows
have improved significantly with both average and minimum flows increasing
however some of this could be ongoing spring flow and runoff resulting from the
periods of rainfall. The true baseline flow can only be established once a longer
dry period is experienced.
6. Graph showing monthly
average and minimum flows for the Waiāri January 2001 to end July 2023
7. Graph showing daily
flows for the Waiāri January 2001 to end July 2023
Overview of the Stream
Ecological Monitoring Report
8. The following is an
overview of the key aspects of the ecological monitoring that was undertaken in
March 2023. See full report attached.
9. This is the ninth survey
undertaken and was not required as part of the consent requirements and was the
first survey following the commencement of abstracting water for water supply.
It is noted that the lead up to this survey on the back of an extremely wet
summer, was characterised by a series of large storm and flooding events. The
Waiāri stream flooded above its banks during the Auckland Anniversary Day
weekend storm event, with smaller high flow events occurring in early January
and mid-February.
10. The aerial survey of the catchment,
as previously reported indicated that about 13 slips had occurred upstream of
the intake works, which deposited and continue to deposit sediment and sand
into the Waiāri.
11. At the time of the ecological
survey it was noted that was still significant evidence of the flood events.
Deposition of fine sediment and sand were evident at the upper sites near the
WTP intake, including deposition of sediments over the rock reinforced bank
opposite the WTP intake. Bankside vegetation had been flattened or removed at
the sites upstream and downstream of the intake, including some of the more
recently planted native streamside species on recontoured banks near the WTP
intake.
12. The water quality was largely
consistent with previous baseline surveys with swift stream flows coupled with
cool, low conductivity, well oxygenated water that was pH normal at all sites,
indicating excellent basic water quality throughout the Waiāri Stream.
There was a note about poor clarity in the lower reaches which was linked to
the flooding / siltation impacts.
13. Macrophyte growth was absent at the
upper stream sites either side of the intake (Site 1 and 2). At the lower
sites near the WWTP outfall (Sites 3 and 4), and consistent with all previous
surveys, the exotic oxygen weed Elodea dominated the macrophyte community, but
the density was considerably reduced since the previous monitoring, most likely
as a result of flood-related disturbances that have characterised the 2022/2023
summer season. The lack of hard substrates within the reach means this weed
continues to provide the most significant stable substrate for
macroinvertebrate communities, as well as shelter for small fish species.
14. The macroinvertebrate results were
fairly variable and the report noted that large flooding events can disturb
macroinvertebrate communities as stream beds are overturned and sediment
redistribution occurs. Algal communities that provide food sources can be
scoured off and fine sediments deposited over hard substrates that provide
cover for invertebrates. Recovery to pre-flood communities can take weeks to
months to years, depending on the scale of the flooding event and sources for
recolonisation. Different invertebrate groups show different recovery patterns
as listed in the report.
15. Five native fish species were
recorded from the Waiāri Stream during the 2023 survey, all of which have
been recorded during previous monitoring surveys.
16. Overall it was noted that the
results from the “2023 survey are somewhat inconsistent with previous
surveys and it is difficult to draw comparisons between this and previous years
surveys’ given the scale of instream habitat alteration associated with
the recent weather events. While abstraction of water from the Waiāri
Stream commenced in late 2022, the impacts of the abnormal weather events and
large flood events will have been the most notable factors influencing the
instream biological communities in the leadup to this survey. The results
demonstrate a macroinvertebrate community in recovery following the flood
events”.
Attachments
1. 4sight
r_14036_TCC_Waiari WTP stream monitoring March 2023 - A14991503 ⇩ 
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Waiāri
Kaitiaki Advisory Group meeting Agenda
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6
September 2023
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9.2 Waiari
Kaitiaki Advisory Group - Cultural Recognition Development Update September
2023
File
Number: A15004517
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 7th
June 2023 at Moko Marae.
2. The Waiari Kaitiaki
Advisory Group (KWAG) members discuss all (six) actions and tasks including
costings and cost centres and provide direction and allow work to commence
across all six cultural initiatives.
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Recommendations
That the Waiāri
Kaitiaki Advisory Group:
(a) Receives the report
"Waiari Kaitiaki Advisory Group - Cultural Recognition Development
Update September 2023".
(b) That the Waiari Kaitiaki
Advisory Group (KWAG) members discuss all (6) Cultural initiatives and;
(i) Agree on priority of
each associated timing of work across all 6 initiatives.
(ii) 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.
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Executive Summary
3. 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 April and 2 May 2023 for the purpose of contributing their input into the cultural recognition
document developed with the Takawaenga team in 2022.
4. The agreed approach
moving forward is for staff from both councils to form a sub-group with
Tapuika, Waitaha, Ngāti Whakaue ki Maketu & Mokopuna o Tia me Hei.
5. Key
members of that sub - group included:
· 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
· Tauranga City
Council Representative - Yolanda Tipuna
· Hemasphere Ltd -
Sam Hema
· Tauranga City
Council Representative – Kelvin Hill
· Tauranga City
Council Representative – Peter Bahrs
· Western Bay of
Plenty District Council Representative - Chris Nepia
· Western
Bay of Plenty District Council Representative – EJ Wentzel
6. Two
meetings of the subgroup have taken place since the last (WKAG) meeting. A copy
of the minutes from the 27 July 2023 and 24 August 2023 are attached to this
report.
7. This
report will be updated at each KWAG meeting to reflect the status of each of
the six Cultural initiatives.
Background
8. 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.
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. The key tasks are:
|
Key Task
|
Lead Owner
|
Cost ESTIMATE
|
Budget Plan
OPEX / CAPEX / LTP
|
Status
|
|
1. Appoint two monitors & complete terms and
conditions with Iwi
|
BOPRC / Iwi
|
$
|
|
First meeting Sept 23
|
|
2. BOPRC & Iwi co-write a management plan on the
expectations of these roles
|
BOPRC / Iwi
|
$10,000
|
|
Underway
|
|
3. Complete outstanding actions from previous scope for
Mauri Model delivery pre site opening
|
TCC
|
N/A
|
N/A
|
Completed
|
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.
(c) Consider improving
landscaping, planting and resources e.g. picnic table/BBQ
(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.
(c) Safer wider paths to get
across the esplanade.
(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. The
key task are:
|
Key Task
|
Lead Owner
|
Cost ESTIMATE
|
Budget Plan
OPEX / CAPEX / LTP
|
Status
|
|
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.
26. The key tasks are:
|
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
|
$20,000
|
|
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.
a. Te Rerenga - This
site has access that TCC can explore through TECT. There are lakes swamps and
puna there. Tapuika have exclusive access.
b. 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.
c. 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.
d. 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.
e. 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.
f. Kongutuawa
ki te Kaituna - The bottom end of the awa currently has stock banks surrounding
and access more challenging. WBOPDC to explore.
28. The
key task are:
|
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
29. Cultural
Value: The mauri of the river is important to Tangata Whenua. Key to this is
having skilled people learning 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
30. 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).
31. 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).
32. 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).
33. 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).
34. 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).
35. 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).
36. The
key tasks are:
|
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
37. Cultural Value - Tangata whenua
seek to be working at the Waiari Site alongside Council staff delivering
education, cultural aspects and kaitiakitanga. 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.
38. 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.
39. 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.
40. 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.
41. Community groups should have an
opportunity to be educated as well as schools targeted for ongoing
opportunities.
42. Council to setup processes that
align with expectations
43. 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.
44. The
key tasks are:
|
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
45. 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 will support decision making
with legal effects. This includes for example the usage of Council Reserve
lands and access points.
46. 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
47. 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).
48. Monthly KWAG IWI REP HUI are
essential in the delivery of the cultural recognition project. They act as an
accountability tool for council staff.
49. Council teams to program regular
activities to work through each item on the list with tangata whenua.
50. Develop an interpretation plan for
the length of the Waiari that acknowledges the wider Cultural significance of
the area.
ENGAGEMENT
51. 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).
52. Monthly KWAG IWI REP HUI are essential
in the delivery of the cultural recognition project. They act as an
accountability tool for council staff.
53. Council teams to program regular
activities to work through each item on the list with tangata whenua.
Next Steps
54. 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.
55. TCC & WBOPDC adopt a
restoration program approach to the Waiari in conjunction with tangata whenua
by the next KWAG meeting.
56. TCC & WBOPDC design a
scholarship program in conjunction with tangata whenua and report back to KWAG
meeting. (Timing to be confirmed).
57. Scheduled Design meeting with Iwi
reps and council staff for the development of a ‘Waiari Site Office
Cultural plan’.
58. Scheduled procurement activities
with BOPRC & Iwi Reps on the process of hiring iwi monitors for the Waiari.
59. Development of an Education
Scholarship program in conjunction with tangata whenua.
60. Work through Waiari Bridge priorities
and potential business case scenarios.
61. Work
through the Tohu Maori & Access Points Initiatives and potential business
case scenario.
Attachments
1. KWAG
Tangata Whenua Reps Meeting_ 27 July 2023 - A15005102 ⇩
2. KWAG
Tangata Whenua Reps _ Agenda 24 August 2023 - A15005100 ⇩
3. KWAG
Tangata Whenua Reps Meeting_ 24 August 2023 - A15005101 ⇩
4. KWAG Tangata Whenua
Reps _ Agenda 21 September 2023 - A15005098 ⇩
