Agenda of Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board

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Waipuna

Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board

Open Minutes

Date: Thursday 10 October 2024

Time: 4.30 pm

Venue: Rārākau: Riccarton Centre,
199 Clarence Street, Christchurch

Present

Chairperson

Deputy Chairperson

Members

Marie Pollisco

Helen Broughton (via audio/visual link)

Sarah Brunton

Henk Buunk

Gamal Fouda (via audio/visual link)

Tyla Harrison-Hunt

Andrei Moore

Mark Peters

Principal Advisor

Bailey Peterson

Manager Community Governance, Halswell, Hornby, Riccarton

Tel: 941 8999

Bailey.Peterson@ccc.govt.nz

Meeting Advisor

Faye Collins

Community Board Advisor

Tel: 941 5108

faye.collins@ccc.govt.nz

Website: www.ccc.govt.nz

Part A Matters Requiring a Council Decision

Part B Reports for Information

Part C Decisions Under Delegation

Karakia Tīmatanga

The agenda was dealt with in the following order.

1. Apologies Ngā Whakapāha

Part C

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2024/00095

That the apology from Debbie Mora for absence submitted on 12 September 2024 be accepted.

Mark Peters/Henk Buunk Carried

The meeting adjourned at 4.37pm and reconvened at 4.48pm.

2. Declarations of Interest Ngā Whakapuaki Aronga

Part B

There were no declarations of interest recorded.

3. Confirmation of Previous Minutes Te Whakaāe o te hui o mua

Part C

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2024/00096

That the minutes of the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board meeting held on Thursday, 12 September 2024 be confirmed.

Mark Peters/Tyla Harrison-Hunt Carried

4. Public Forum Te Huinga Whānui

Part B

4.1

sPACIFICally Pacific (SPACPAC) Programme

Viane Makalio, Event Manager, addressed the Board and outlined the activities and initiatives of sPACIFICally Pacific (SPACPAC) Programme, including Canterbury Polyfest to be held on 22 March 2025 and the SPACPAC Growth Plan.

After questions from members, the Board Chairperson thanked Mr Makalio for his presentation.

Attachments

a Presentation - sPACIFICally Pacific (SPACPAC) Programme

4.2

Action the Compassion Programme

Rebecca Inch, Seed the Change and Peter Bataq, student of Hillmorton High School, addressed the Board regarding the Action the Compassion Programme of Youth Hui that has been underway for the past three years, connecting students from High Schools across the city.

After questions from members, the Board Chairperson thanked Rebecca Inch and Peter Bataq for their presentation.

Attachments

a Presentation - Action the Compassion Programme

4.3

Youth Development Fund Grant Recipient Report Back – Benjamin Habinshuti

The scheduled presentation did not go ahead.

4.4

Harrington Park, Paeroa Reserve and Shands Reserve signage

The scheduled presentation did not go ahead.

4.5

Taggart Reserve Native Reforestation

Linda Keall and Wendy Marshall, local residents, addressed the Board regarding Taggart Reserve Native Reforestation.

Mses Keall and Marshall updated the Board on progress since they last spoke to the Board about their interest in seeing a native oasis created on Taggart Reserve so that it becomes a green asset that could link to the Tui corridor. Support for the project has been given by a number of local schools. Ms Keall and Ms Marshall would now like to move forward with the initiative.

After questions from members, the Board Chairperson thanked Mses Keall and Marshall for their presentation.

Part B

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Refers the matters raised in the presentation to staff and requests staff advice on a planting programme for Taggart Reserve, Sockburn, including opportunities for involvement of local community.

4.6 Church Corner recent roading changes

Luke Chandler, local resident, addressed the Board regarding his concerns about recent roading changes at Church Corner, in particular the road design changes that require vehicles to merge lanes on Riccarton Road adjacent to the Woolworths supermarket.

Mr Chandler outlined numerous incidents of unsafe vehicle manoeuvres.

Mr Chandler also raised concerns about the congestion arising from the removal of the left turn slip lane on Main South Road at the Curletts Road intersection and the effects this has on travel time.

After questions from members, the Board Chairperson thanked Mr Chandler for his presentation.

Part B

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Refers the matters raised in the presentation regarding road design on Riccarton Road adjacent to the Woolworths supermarket and the removal of the left turn slip lane on Main South Road at the Curletts Road intersection, to staff for prompt investigation and advice on measures that could be implemented to address the issues.

4.7 Road safety concerns in Upper Riccarton

Cody Cooper, local resident, described to the Board his concerns around safety in the Upper Riccarton area, particularly for cyclists. He considers that vehicles are prioritised on the roads in the vicinity of Church Corner and he does not feel safe when cycling.

Mr Cooper would like to see additional measures in place including the provision of traffic light cameras and investigation of appropriate speed limits. He also advocates for better enforcement.

Following questions from members, the Board Chairperson thanked Mr Cooper for his presentation.

Part B

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board refers the matters raised in the presentation regarding road safety concerns in Upper Riccarton and requests staff advice on:

1. Policy on installation of cameras on traffic lights including how sites are chosen, how offending detected is being enforced and any proposals for additional cameras to the network.

2. Opportunities for enforcement action to be taken where residents have provided information and evidence of offences.

5. Deputations by Appointment Ngā Huinga Whakaritenga

Part B

There were no deputations by appointment.

6. Presentation of Petitions Ngā Pākikitanga

Part B

There was no presentation of petitions.

7. Paparua Smallbore Club - Proposed new lease

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2024/00097 Officer recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Paparua Smallbore Club - Proposed new lease Report.

2. Grants a ground lease to Paparua Smallbore Rifle Club pursuant to section 138 of the Local Government Act 2002, for a lease period of thirty-three years including renewals for an area of approximately 1584 square metres of Waterloo Reserve No 1 being part of PT RS3303, CB394/29 as shown on the plan described as Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda.

3. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

Mark Peters/Sarah Brunton Carried

8. Grant an Easement for Fibre Installation, 8 Wycola Avenue, Hei Hei, Wycola Reserve

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2024/00098 Officer recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Grant an Easement for Fibre Installation, 8 Wycola Avenue, Hei Hei, Wycola Reserve Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves pursuant to Section 48(1) of the Reserves Act 1977 the installation of a fibre cable and subsequent granting of an easement in favour of Enable Networks Limited to convey utilities within the Local Purpose (Community Buildings) Reserve located at 8 Wycola Avenue being Section 20 Hei Hei Settlement comprising 3,720 square metres, SO 15815.

4. Notes that approval pursuant to Approval to Section 48(1) of the Reserves Act 1977 is subject to the Minister of Conservation consent to the easement, delegated to the Council Chief Executive under the Instrument of delegation for Territorial Authorities dated 12 June 2013.

5. Delegates authority to the Manager Property Consultancy to conclude negotiations and sign the easement document.

Mark Peters/Henk Buunk Carried

9. Oakhampton Reserve and Rosella Reserve Play Space Renewal Plan Approval

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2024/00099 Officer recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Oakhampton Reserve and Rosella Reserve Play Space Renewal Plan Approval Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves the Oakhampton Reserve Play Space Renewal Plan being attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda.

4. Approves the Rosella Reserve Play Space Renewal Plan being attachment B to the report on the meeting agenda.

Mark Peters/Henk Buunk Carried

10. Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund Application: Canterbury Tamil Society Inc

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2024/00100 Officer recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund Application: Canterbury Tamil Society Inc Report.

2. Notes that the decisions in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves a grant of $5,000 from its 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund to Canterbury Tamil Society Inc towards the running costs, excluding food costs, of the Canterbury Tamil Academy.

Tyla Harrison-Hunt/Mark Peters Carried

11. Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Area Report - October 2024

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2024/00101 Officer recommendation accepted without change

Part B

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Area Report - October 2024.

Andrei Moore/Sarah Brunton Carried

12. Elected Members’ Information Exchange Te Whakawhiti Whakaaro o Te Kāhui Amorangi

Part B

The following information was discussed:

· Members have visited a number of retirement villages in Halswell and heard from residents regarding their concerns about the adequacy of bus routes.

· There is local concern about the mowing of swales and stormwater basins in the Halswell area.

· It was noted that there has been a closure on Sparks Road without advice to Board members or the public. Similarly there was a closure on Quaifes Road without advice.

· There has been a rubbish bin installed in the vicinity of Margaret Stoddart Retirement Village at the request of residents.

· It was noted that the "Ninja Valley" recreational facility has been installed at Bush Inn Centre but is not operational yet.

· It was noted that residents of the nearby retirement village have expressed appreciation for the removal of the left turn slip lane from Main South Road to Curletts Road.

· There is some concerns, particularly from residents, regarding the recent road changes in the vicinity of Church Corner.

· A member attended the recent Christchurch Innovation Expo and was impressed by the presentations by the Christchurch City Council Roading Team.

· It was noted that the Wycola Park Planting Plan consultation has been extended to allow for community meetings to be held.

· The good work being done by the Community Parks Maintenance Team was acknowledged.

· There has been concern expressed about the volume and speed of traffic on Sir John McKenzie Drive, Yaldhurst.

· The work of staff on the organisation and coordination of Community Service and Youth Service Award presentations was acknowledged by the Board.

· Riccarton Community Patrol is seeking additional volunteers.

· It was noted that presentations to the Board by Transport and Parks Units will be made as part of the early development of the Annual Plan.

· Board members are to report on the organisations that they have been appointed to as a representative of the Board.

· Hornby Community Care Trust is holding a Community Day on Sunday 13 October 2024.

· The Greater Hornby Market is to be held on Saturday 12 October 2024.

Karakia Whakamutunga

Meeting concluded at 6.08pm.

CONFIRMED THIS 14TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2024

Marie Pollisco

Chairperson

7. Tree Removals for Quaifes/Murphys (Springlands) Stormwater basin extension
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/1639209
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Kevin Williams, Project Manager, Stormwater and Waterways Delivery Laurie Gordon, Senior Arborist, INTS Landscape Architecture and Environ
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Brent Smith, Acting General Manager City Infrastructure

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 The purpose of this report is for the Community Board to approve the removal of 126 trees at 145 and 155 Quaifes Road, Halswell as located and shown on the attached plan of Quaifes /Murphys Stormwater basin extension and tree report.

1.2 The report is the result of an extension to the existing wetlands that includes a shallow storage basin for long duration rain events. The trees to be removed are within the proposed earthworks area.

1.3 The project requires the removal of 126 trees located at 145 and 155 Quaifes Road. A number of trees (42) are in declining condition as noted in the attached tree assessment report.

1.4 Delegated authority decisions are sought prior to works being undertaken.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Tree Removals for Quaifes/Murphys (Springlands) Stormwater basin extension.

2. Notes that the decisions in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves the removal of 42 healthy and structurally sound trees from the land at 145 Quaifes Road as described in the “Quaifes Murphy Extended Detention Basin Tree Assessment - 20 September 2024”, Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda.

4. Approves the planting of new trees on the land at 145 and 155 Quaifes Road generally in accordance with the Stormwater Basin Quaifes Murphys Stormwater Extension Landscape Concept Plan, Attachment B to the report on the meeting agenda.

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 In order to facilitate the extension works of the Springland Stormwater basin, a number of trees currently within the site will need to be removed.

3.2 An arborist has undertaken an assessment of the trees and found that many are not considered to be in the best condition. Where trees have been considered to be in good condition and can be incorporated into the project, protection measures will be put in place to ensure they are able to be retained.

3.3 Details of the trees proposed for removal along with an indicative landscape plan have been provided as an attachment to this report.

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

4.1 The site/extension was procured as part of the South-West Stormwater Management Plan specifically to provide additional capacity and protect a number of springs within the site. It adjoins the existing wetland facility which also has protected springs.

4.2 During the development planning for the project a tree survey was conducted to assess the trees onsite to determine their condition and the impact the project will have on their long term viability.

4.3

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As a majority of the trees are within the project footprint, most of the trees are proposed for removal. The image below shows the trees proposed for removal and those proposed for retention. The attached report also includes a table with specific details about each of the trees within the site.

4.4 The Row of gum trees bordering Quaifes Road have been identified for retention. These along with the other trees within the site will be suitably protected during the construction of the project to ensure they are not harmed.

4.5 As part of the project, an extensive planting program will be carried out including the planting of more than 250 indigenous tree species. This planting will meet the requirements of section 1.9 of the Tree policy and is expected to more than replace the canopy lost within 20 years. An indicative landscape design has been included below:

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Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

4.6 The following reasonably practicable options were considered and are assessed in this report:

4.6.1 Removal of the identified trees for the project to proceed as per the proposed design.

4.7 The following options were considered but ruled out:

4.7.1 Retain the trees. Significantly reduces the storage capacity of the basin to the extent it may no longer be fit for purpose.

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

4.8 Preferred Option: Removal of the trees.

4.8.1 Option Advantages

· Project can proceed.

· Basin performance is maintained.

· New native plantings will increase the future tree numbers.

4.8.2 Option Disadvantages

· Temporary loss of trees and canopy.

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

4.9 Other Option: Retain the trees.

4.9.1 Option Advantages

· Existing canopy is retained.

4.9.2 Option Disadvantages

· Basin Capacity is significantly reduced. Risks making the proposed basin unfit for purpose.

· Reduces the opportunity to introduce more native trees.

Analysis Criteria Ngā Paearu Wetekina

4.10 N/A

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option
Cost to Implement	Removal of the trees will be covered by the overall construction works, the total project budget is $1,416,383
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	All new plantings will be included in the overall maintenance of the wetland and extension.
Funding Source	Existing project currently Funded in the LTP.
Funding Availability	Approved
Impact on Rates	N/A

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 If the existing trees are retained. The project will not meet the outcomes required in the brief with regards to storage capacity.

6.2 The potential to reduce flooding in downstream catchment of Case Drain will be lost in long duration rain events.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

6.3 Statutory and/or delegated authority to undertake proposals in the report:

6.3.1 As outlined in the Delegations Register Part D – Sub Part 1 – Community Boards, the local Community Board has the authority to approve the removal of healthy and structurally sound trees on reserves.

6.4 Other Legal Implications:

6.4.1 There is no legal context, issue, or implication relevant to this decision.

6.5 The required decision:

6.5.1 Aligns with the Christchurch City Council’s Strategic Framework.

6.5.2 Is assessed as Low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

6.5.3 Is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

6.5.4 As per 4.7 of the Councils Tree Policy:

Approval by Council for the removal of trees to facilitate projects on council land will take into account the value of the project to the community, including public health and/or the local environment and considerations taken for retaining existing trees compared with the loss of the benefits provided by the trees.

6.5.5 For every tree removed a minimum of two new trees will be planted with the projected canopy cover replacing that which is lost within 20 years (additional planting may be required).

6.6 This report supports the Council's Long Term Plan (2024 - 2034):

6.7 Stormwater Drainage

6.7.1 Activity: Stormwater Drainage

· Level of Service: 14.0.3 Resident satisfaction with Council’s management of the stormwater network - 45%

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

6.8 The decision affects the following wards/Community Board areas:

6.8.1 Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.9 The decision does not involve a significant decision in relation to ancestral land, a body of water or other elements of intrinsic value, therefore this decision does not specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture, and traditions.

6.10 The decision involves a matter of interest to Mana Whenua and will not impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga.

6.11 The overall proposed facility will be discussed with Mana Whenua.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.12 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.12.1 Contribute positively to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.12.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.13 This report will impact emissions reduction and adaptation to the impacts of climate change through significantly more plants/trees being planted than the number of trees being removed.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 Detailed design and consents followed by construction in 2025/26.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Quaifes Murphy Extended Detention Basin Tree Assessment - 20 September 2024	24/1875987	21
b ⇩	Stormwater Basin Quaifes Murphys Stormwater Extension Landscape Concept Plan	24/1944845	30

In addition to the attached documents, the following background information is available:

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Kevin Williams - Project Manager

Laurie Gordon - Senior Arboricultural Advisor

Approved By

Toby Chapman - Manager Urban Forest

Keith Davison - Team Leader/Programme Manager Stormwater & Waterways

Rupert Bool - Acting Head of Parks

8. Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund Applications: Five Applications
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/1885558
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Marie Byrne, Community Development Advisor, Helen Miles, Community Recreation Advisor
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Andrew Rutledge, Acting General Manager Citizens and Community

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 The purpose of this report is for the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board to consider applications for funding from its 2024/25 Discretionary Response Fund from the organisations listed below.

Funding Request Number	Organisation	Project Name	Amount Requested	Amount Recommended
00068428	Halswell Community Church	Family Fun Day	$8,550	$2,000
00068424	Halswell Tennis Club	Ace the Future	$10,660	$7,000
00068398	South West Ministries Trust trading as Living Waters Christian Centre	Halswell Twilight Market	$6,000	$2,000
00068388	St Christopher's Anglican Church – Avonhead	Community Christmas Carols	$2,696	$1,250
00068427	The Middleton-Matipo Charitable Trust	We Heart Harrington	$951	$951

1.2 There is currently a balance of $93,566 remaining in the fund.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund Applications: Five Applications Report.

2. Notes that the decisions in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves a grant of $2,000 from its 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund to Halswell Community Church towards the running costs of the Family Fun Day project, excluding food costs.

4. Approves a grant of $7,000 from its 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund to Halswell Tennis Club towards the establishment of the Halswell Charitable Tennis Trust and development of a scope and concept plan for the court facility renewal and development.

5. Approves a grant of $2,000 from its 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund to South West Ministries Trust trading as Living Waters Christian Centre towards the running costs of the Halswell Twilight Market, excluding food costs.

6. Approves a grant of $1,250 from its 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund to St Christopher's Anglican Church - Avonhead towards the Community Christmas Carols event.

7. Approves a grant of $951 from its 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund to The Middleton Matipo Charitable Trust towards We Heart Harrington voluntary community upkeep of parks in Riccarton.

3. Key Points Ngā Take Matua

Strategic Alignment Te Rautaki Tīaroaro

3.1 The recommendations above are aligned with the Council's Strategic Framework and in particular the strategic priority "Be an inclusive and equitable city". The project also aligns with Te Haumako Te Whitingia Strengthening Communities Together Strategy, the Multicultural Strategy and Our Heritage, Our Taonga Heritage Strategy.

3.2 The recommendations are consistent with the Strengthening Communities Together Strategy.

Decision Making Authority Te Mana Whakatau

3.3 The Community Board has the delegated authority to determine the allocation of the Discretionary Response Fund for each community.

3.3.1 Allocations must be consistent with any Council-adopted policies, standards or criteria.

3.3.2 The Fund does not cover:

· Legal or environmental court challenges against the Council, Council Controlled Organisations, or Community Board decisions.

· Projects or initiatives that change the scope of a Council project or lead to ongoing operational costs to the Council (though Community Boards can recommend to the Council that it consider a grant for this purpose).

Assessment of Significance and Engagement Te Aromatawai Whakahirahira

3.4 The decisions in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3.5 The significance level was determined by the number of people affected and/or with an interest.

3.6 Due to the assessment of low significance, no further community engagement and consultation is required.

Discussion Kōrerorero

3.7 At the time of writing, the balance of the 2024/25 Discretionary Response Fund is:

Total Budget 2024/25	Granted To Date	Available for allocation	Balance If Staff Recommendation adopted
$152,866	$59,300	$93,566	$80,365

3.8 Based on the current Discretionary Response Fund criteria, the applications above are eligible for funding.

3.9 The attached Decision Matrices provide detailed information for the applications. This includes organisational details, project details, financial information, and a staff assessment.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Discretionary Response Fund Applications Decision Matrices 2024-11-14	24/1936592	34

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Marie Byrne - Community Development Advisor

Helen Miles - Community Recreation Advisor

Approved By

Bailey Peterson - Acting Manager Community Governance, Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton

9. Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Area Report - November 2024
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/1025141
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Bailey Peterson, Acting Community Governance Manager
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Andrew Rutledge, Acting General Manager Citizens and Community

1. Purpose of Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 This report provides the Board with an overview of initiatives and issues current within the Community Board area.

1.2 This report is staff-generated monthly.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Area Report - November 2024.

3. Community Support, Governance and Partnership Activity

3.1 Community Governance Projects

Activity

Detail

Timeline

Strategic Alignment

Community and Youth Service Awards 2024

Board members continued presenting Community Service Awards to recipients in the community.

In October the Board recognised Eleanor Dunn with a Youth Service Award for her involvement across academic, community, research, and science communication domains.

Ongoing

Strengthening Communities Together Strategy

Summer with your neighbours

Summer with your neighbours is about bringing people closer together and celebrating the unique and diverse mix of each neighbourhood.

Ongoing

Strengthening Communities Together Strategy

Youth Service Award Recipient Eleanor Dunn

· Halswell Quarry Park Run

The Inaugural Halswell Quarry Park Run was held on Saturday 12 October. Parkrun is a free, community event where participants can walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate. Parkrun is a 5km event that takes place every Saturday morning with locations all over the world. There are currently 53 parkruns across Aotearoa, with new locations being added. The Halswell Quarry Park Run is currently the steepest parkrun with the highest elevation in the country.

450 runners/walkers, 41 volunteers and 68 first time park runners participated in the first Halswell Quarry Park Run.

Recent recipients of Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Certificates of Appreciation Anna Phillips and Sarah Friston, founders of the 1000+ strong Halswell Run community group, are key volunteers in establishing this event. Halswell Run have worked closely with the Halswell Quarry Park Ranger to ensure the successful launch of their event.

· Halswell Community Garden Open Day

Halswell Community Garden hosted an open day on Saturday 5 October 2024 from 10.30am to 1pm.

The event was an opportunity for the local community to come and visit the garden and hear about the types of activities that take place. The Halswell Community Garden are in a 'rebuilding' phase and seeking new volunteers to contribute to the ongoing maintenance of the garden and support community initiatives. The Halswell Lions Club supported the event by hosting a free sausage sizzle for visitors.

Colourfully painted small wooden vegetable and garden signs and paints on a picnic table.

A photo of three or four people standing together at the Halswell Community Garden area amongst a number of trees.

Two people, one holding a child, gardening on a garden bed

· Te Kuru Wetlands Opening

Community Board members attended the opening of the Te Kuru wetland located off Cashmere Road, which features expansive wetland areas, stormwater storage, and filtration basins.

The basins can hold over one million cubic metres of floodwater during major rain events, significantly reducing the risk of downstream flooding and they also treat stormwater runoff to improve water quality in Cashmere Stream.

There are large areas of native planting, including 150,000 trees and 650,000 plants, bridges and approximately 14km of shared recreational paths for pedestrians and cyclists.

A Te Kuru Wetlands pond area with grass and trees and an adult and child walking along a track

· Fresh Pool Party

The final Matatiki Pool Party of the Spring Series was held on Friday 18 October.

Youth and Cultural Development have held a series of Pool Party's at Matatiki, offering free food and drink, braiders and barbers, a live DJ and more.

The pool parties have contributed to the activation of the new Matatiki facility and have been a great opportunity for local Rangatahi to engage with the new facility.

· Hornby Durga Festival

The Bangaliana Multicultural Group hosted the Durga Festival on 12 October 2024 at Hei Hei Community Hall and Wycola Park.

This event honours the Hindu goddess Durga, celebrating her victory over Mahishasura, symbolising the triumph of good over evil. It also serves as a harvest festival, recognising Durga as the nurturing power behind life and creation.

The festival attracted over 400 attendees throughout the day, marking a significant milestone for the group. A large team of volunteers contributed to the event’s success, and the group expressed their gratitude to the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board for its support.

A large group of people in a hall wearing traditional attire and a number of women with red paint on their face.

As Christchurch becomes increasingly diverse, the city is witnessing a growing number of cultural celebrations. This was evident on October 12, which saw various events including Fiji Day, Ramzat 2024, Japan Fiesta, two Christchurch Durga Puja celebrations, and Canterbury Turban Day, all of which were highlighted in the Multiculture Newsletter.

3.2 Community Funding Summary

3.2.1 For information, a summary is provided on the status of the Board's 2024-25 funding as at October 2024 (refer Attachment A).

3.2.2 Youth Development Fund

Under authority delegated by the Community Governance Manager the following allocations were made in late September and October 2024:

· $250 to Farron Raasch towards participating in the XP New Zealand Gymnastics Championships in Palmerston North.

· $300 to Hazel Topp towards participating in the Moana Oceania Soil Judging competition to be held in Rotorua from 28 November 2024 to 1 December 2024.

· $300 to Hope Anderson-Gardner towards participating in the Hīkoi ki Waitangi to be held in Waitangi from 2 to 6 February 2025.

Under authority delegated by the Community Board the following allocations were made in late September and October 2024:

· $500 to Ysabella Ebuen towards representing New Zealand in the Hong Kong 2024 World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships

· $500 to Ariyah Downes towards representing New Zealand in the Hong Kong 2024 World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships.

3.2.3 Summer with your neighbours

Under authority delegated to the Community Governance Manager the following allocations were made in October 2024:

· $75 to Lil Tan for a Christmas BBQ for Cobra Street residents (this event is for a section of Cobra Street which has not received funding for this summer).

· $125 to Tim Joyce for a neighbourhood gathering for Somerville and Eliza Place residents.

There is currently $1,675 remaining in the Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Summer with your neighbours 2024/25 fund.

Summer with your neighbours is about bringing people closer together and celebrating the unique and diverse mix of each neighbourhood. Applications for a small funding subsidy can be made by completing an application form, available at: www.ccc.govt.nz/GetTogether

3.3 Participation in and Contribution to Decision Making

3.3.1 Report back on other Activities contributing to Community Board Plan [for items not included in the above table but are included in Community Board Plan]

· Hornby Community Centre Open Day

Families and children enjoying activities (bouncy castle and playing games) on a grassed area.

Hornby Community Centre hosted a Centre Fun day on Sunday 12 October, from 10am to 2pm. The free event invited the community to visit the community centre where there were bouncy castles, sausage sizzle, face painting and a $4 'fill a bag' at the op shop.

The Hornby Community Centre is currently undergoing renovations in the old Hornby library space, so the event also provided the community with an opportunity to see and hear about the future plans for the bigger Hornby Community Centre.

Hornby Community Care Trust have launched a fundraising campaign to contribute to the centre expansion project. Depending on the value of their donation, donors can have their name added to a leaf, branch or trunk of the community tree that will be proudly displayed in the new community space. Donations start from $25!

A Growing your support poster donate to our community tree poster, with an illustration of a tree and details of who to donate to the project

· Our Riccarton, Our Community, Lets Have Fun Community Day

The Riccarton Community Fun Day on 19 October was a great success, held on a beautiful spring day.

This free event, led by the Oak Development Trust with the support of a fantastic group of volunteers, celebrated the community's diversity. Stage performances showcased local talent and cultures, while family-friendly entertainment, games, craft activities, and delicious food were enjoyed by all. A highlight was the repainting of the public toilet mural by attendees of all ages. Some community members also won gift vouchers, adding to the excitement of the day.

A Riccarton Community Fun Day photo collage. Images include people painting a mural, posing for photos and patting rabbits, a crafting area, information stall, a balloon artist show, a large group of children holding a large parachute and a wide view of the event

· Wycola Park Tree Planting Plan

Consultation on the Wycola Park tree planting plan was open for feedback from 11 September 2024 until 20 October 2024, as also noted under 3.3.2.

3.3.2 Council Engagement and Consultation.

· Ngā Puna Wai for artificial turf fields landscape plan

A Ngā Puna Wai for artificial turf fields landscape plan was out for consultation between 23 October and 10 November 2024.

A report on the proposal including the results of the consultation will be provided to the Board.

A Ngā Puna Wai artificial turf fields landscape plan which indicates two artificial turf fields, pavilion, car park and stormwater basin

· New options for Church Corner

In November 2023 public feedback was sought on safety improvements around Church Corner. The Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board made a decision to approve most of the improvements but decided to request staff undertake further investigations on the Main South Road, Yaldhurst Road and Riccarton Road intersection and ask that the full Council make the final decision. On Wednesday 16 October, the elected Council voted to consult on additional options to improve safety at this busy intersection.

Feedback was open regarding three options between 18 October and 3 November 2024.

· Wycola Park Tree Planting Plan

Consultation on the Wycola Park tree planting plan opened on 11 September 2024 and closed on 20 October 2024, which was extended from the original scheduled closing date of 7 October 2024.

This tree planting plan includes 106 proposed new trees and a proposed total canopy cover of approximately 34%.

A community meeting was held on Thursday 10 October 2024 at the skate park area of the park to discuss the plan with the tree planting project team.

· Riccarton War Memorial Library Park Site Development

A concept design has been prepared for a small memorial park at the site of the former Riccarton War Memorial Library (372 Riccarton Road) and went out for public consultation on 17 October 2024, closing on 3 November 2024 (see 4.1 and Attachments B and C).

The Riccarton War Memorial Library Park Site Development concept plan which includes 4 trees, lawn area, paving, plantings and seating.

4. Advice Provided to the Community Board Ngā Kupu Tohutohu ka hoatu ki te Poari Hapori

4.1 Riccarton War Memorial Library Park Site Development

The Upper Riccarton War Memorial Library was built in 1919 to commemorate local residents who served in the first World War. The library was demolished earlier this year due to earthquake risks and the Board has asked that a small memorial park be developed at the site to acknowledgement the site’s history and the sacrifice it honoured.

Staff have advised that a concept design has been prepared for a small memorial park at the site of the former Riccarton War Memorial Library (372 Riccarton Road) and went out for public consultation on 17 October 2024, closing on 3 November 2024 (see Attachments B and C).

It is proposed to incorporate maintaining components of the old library, including signage, foundation stone and book return holder. There are also proposals for an uplifting mural, seating areas, a free-standing planting wall, plants and lawn. Early feedback on the proposed design with key stakeholders, including former library volunteers and the owners of the two buildings adjacent to the site was generally supportive of the plans, particularly the proposal to retain features of the former library.

Following consultation staff will provide a report back to the Board with a recommendation. It is hoped that construction the new park take place prior to ANZAC day (25 April 2025).

4.2 Orion Underground Investigation re Milton to Halswell new underground power cable

Between 3 November – end of November 2024, Orion will be doing investigation work at night along Milton Street, Frankleigh Street and Sparks Road to identify underground services. This work involves digging a small trench in the road that is used to investigate ground conditions and underground services. Once the information needed has been obtained, the road surface will be reinstated and the process repeated at points along the investigation route.

To do this work safely, traffic management will be in place:

· Stop/Go traffic management will be in place at night where work is occurring.

· The traffic management will move along the route as investigations are completed.

· During the day, both lanes of traffic will be open on Milton Street, Frankleigh Street and Sparks Road.

Orion aims to progress this work quickly and should not be working in the same area for more than two consecutive nights. The crew will generally be working between the hours of 7.00pm and 6.00am, Sunday night to Friday morning.

The information gathered during these investigations will be used to inform planning for how to best deliver the cable project next year.

A project webpage has been published where people can stay up to date with this project as it progresses through the investigation phase. You can check out the webpage here: www.haveyoursay.oriongroup.co.nz/milton-to-halswell-new-power-cable

4.3 Community Patrols

Community Patrols of New Zealand is dedicated to helping build safer communities in partnership with NZ Police and other organisations. Patrols in the Board area include the Halswell, Hornby and Riccarton Community Patrols. Their Monthly Patrol Statistics can be found on the Community Patrols of New Zealand website:

Halswell Community Patrol Inc statistical information

Hornby Community Patrol Inc statistical information

Riccarton Community Patrol Inc statistical information

4.4 Customer Service Requests/Hybris Report

For the Board’s information, attached is a copy of the September 2024 Hybris Report (refer Attachment D).

The report provides an overview of the number of Customer Service Requests that have been received, including the types of requests being received and a breakdown of how they are being reported.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Funding Update - October 2024	24/1925153	50
b ⇩	Riccarton War Memorial Library Park Site Development Memorandum	24/1803259	52
c ⇩	Riccarton Memorial Park Concept Plan	24/1803264	54
d ⇩	Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Hybris Report - September 2024	24/1754425	55

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Helen Miles - Community Recreation Advisor

Noela Letufuga - Support Officer

Marie Byrne - Community Development Advisor

Faye Collins - Community Board Advisor

Approved By

Bailey Peterson - Acting Manager Community Governance, Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton

Matthew McLintock - Manager Community Governance Team

John Filsell - Head of Community Support and Partnerships