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Members exchanged
information on the following topics
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The Board were advised that the
residents’ SailGP access passes had started to be distributed to
Lyttelton residents. The Board discussed aspects of the upcoming SailGP
event including involving local talent for displays during the events, the
communication to the community of traffic management, the need for more than
one pass per residence, and the Marine Mammal Plan (that has not yet been
finalised).
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Lyttelton Emergency Hub is currently having
community conversations to formulate the hub’s way forward.
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The Cass Bay residents recently held a
successful community beach picnic.
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The Board were advised that there is a shared
kai table outside of 40 Winchester Street, which is available to the
community.
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Over the past weekend there was a Lyttelton
litter drive, with the help of Port Noise event. Approximately 60kg of
waste was collected.
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The Board were advised that some Lyttelton
residents have been in contact with Board members wanting a dog park in
Lyttelton.
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It was noted that the five year anniversary of
15 March Christchurch Mosque shootings is approaching.
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The Board discussed the matter of fire
mitigation which is in the forefront of the community’s mind post Port
Hills Fire 2024. The Board acknowledged the work of the firefighters
who spent over 200 hours over three days fighting the recent Port Hills
fire. The Board were reminded that it is a Board priority in the Community
Board plan about water storage for firefighting.
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A Board member attended the recent opening of
the Christchurch Multicultural Centre (at the former Hagley netball courts).
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A Board member advised that they have received
community emails regarding port noise in Lyttelton.
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The Board were advised that the “Art on
the Fence” in Birdlings Flat was recently opened.
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The Little River toilets upgrade project has begun.
The first phase is to install a larger water tank.
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The Coronation Library in Little River project
upgrade can now commence as the resource and building consents have been
approved.
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The Board were advised that the Giant Pumpkin
Festival in Little River will be held on 7 April 2024.
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Some Board members recently attended the
Okains Bay Health Muster that have agencies such as Police, and Akaroa Health
Centre to advise the community of the resources that are available in many
area including mental health. Some attendees come from Ashburton to
attend. It is planned to have more sessions around Banks Peninsula.
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The Banks Peninsula Member of Parliament
recently held a meeting on filling the fibre broadband gaps around the
Lyttelton Harbour basin.
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A ceremony was held on the 10 year anniversary
of the opening of the Akaroa Marine Reserve.
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The Council’s Draft Long Term Plan
2025-2035 will be adopted by the Council shortly.
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The Board discussed the inclusion of fire
management in the Reserve Committee Triennial Plans.
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The Board were advised of the recent
collaboration between Ōnuku Rūnanga and community that took place
to hold a recent Takapūneke celebration.
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It was noted that there is increased traffic
around the Lyttleton Harbour basin, however there is no visible police
monitoring.
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