Agenda of Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board

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Waipuna

Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board

Open Minutes

Date: Thursday 13 February 2025

Time: 4.30 pm

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

Present

Chairperson

Deputy Chairperson

Members

Marie Pollisco

Helen Broughton

Sarah Brunton

Henk Buunk

Tyla Harrison-Hunt

Andrei Moore

Debbie Mora (via audio/visual link)

Mark Peters

Principal Advisor

Bailey Peterson

Manager Community Governance

Tel: 941 6743

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

There were no apologies received.

Gamal Fouda was absent from the meeting and no apology was received.

2. Declarations of Interest Ngā Whakapuaki Aronga

Part B

Marie Pollisco and Debbie Mora declared an interest in Item 11 - Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Discretionary Response Fund 2024-25 Application - Hornby Community Patrols Inc Report and took no part in discussion or voting on this item.

Henk Buunk joined the meeting at 4.32pm during item 2.

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

Part C

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00001

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

Andrei Moore/Helen Broughton Carried

4. Public Forum Te Huinga Whānui

Part B

4.1

Lions Club of Halswell District

Gary Watson, member, spoke on behalf of Lions Club of Halswell District regarding their current activities and thanked the Board for Better-Off Funding provided for the purchase of two gazebos.

After questions from members, the Chairperson thanked Gary Watson for his presentation.

Attachments

a Presentation - Lions Club of Halswell District

5. Deputations by Appointment Ngā Huinga Whakaritenga

Part B

5.1 Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Area Report - February 2025 Report

Barry Harcourt, local resident, addressed the Board regarding staff advice on Cycles on footpaths on Ilam Road that is included in the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Area Report - February 2025 Report (Item 12 of these minutes refers).

Mr Harcourt reiterated safety concerns previously raised in his presentation at the Board’s 12 December 2024 meeting that he considers have not been addressed.

After questions from members, the Chairperson thanked Barry Harcourt for his presentation.

5.2 The Runway, Wigram - Proposed No Stopping and Parking Restrictions Report

Cody Cooper, local resident, addressed the Board regarding The Runway, Wigram - Proposed No Stopping and Parking Restrictions Report (Item 9 of these minutes refers).

Mr Cooper requested consideration be given to additional parking restrictions on The Runway, relocation of bollards and improved pedestrian crossing facility.

After questions from members, the Chairperson thanked Cody Cooper for his presentation.

6. Presentation of Petitions Ngā Pākikitanga

Part B

There was no presentation of petitions.

7. 148 Racecourse Road - Chokebore Lodge - Change from Local Purpose (Community) Reserve to Historic Reserve

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00002 Officer recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the 148 Racecourse Road - Chokebore Lodge - Change from Local Purpose (Community) Reserve to Historic Reserve Report and notes that Chokebore Lodge is registered as a Category 1 Historic Place and is sited on Local Purpose (Community) Reserve. The current classification restricts the use of the reserve and reclassification of the reserve to an Historic Reserve would allow the property to be used for activities that respect and are sympathetic to its heritage nature.

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. Pursuant to Section 24 (1)(b) of the Reserves Act 1977, under delegated authority from the Christchurch City Council, as administering body determines that the classification of that area of reserve described in Schedule A below be changed from Local Purpose (Community) Reserve to Historic Reserve.

Schedule A

· Area - 1314m2 approximately

· Description - Lot 30 Deposited Plan 49665 in Title CB28F/1281, known as Chokebore Reserve

4. Recommends that the Chief Executive exercise the discretion of the Minister of Conservation under Section 24 Reserves Act 1977 (power delegated to the Chief Executive) to change the classification of Lot 30 Deposited Plan 49665 in Title CB28F/1281 (Chokebore Reserve) from Local Purpose (Community) Reserve to Historic by notice in the Gazette.

Tyla Harrison-Hunt/Mark Peters Carried

8. Moffett Reserve play space renewal - design approval

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00003 Officer recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Moffett Reserve play space renewal - design 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 Moffett Reserve play space renewal plan attached to the report on the meeting as Attachment A.

Mark Peters/Henk Buunk Carried

Marie Pollisco requested that her abstention from the vote be recorded.

9. The Runway, Wigram - Proposed No Stopping and Parking Restrictions
	Community Board Comment Staff in attendance spoke to the accompanying report. The Board took into consideration the deputation from Cody Cooper (Item 5.2 of these minutes refers). Members agreed to seek advice on viable options to improve pedestrian safety.
	Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board: 1. Receives the information in the The Runway, Wigram - Proposed No Stopping and Parking Restrictions Report. 2. Notes that the decision in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. 3. Revokes any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the parking or stopping restrictions described in resolutions 4 – 21 below. North east side of The Runway 4. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north east side of The Runway commencing at its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 22 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 4. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 22 metres north east of its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 7 metres be restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes between the hours of 8am and 6pm on any day of the week except public holidays. 5. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 29 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 7 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 6. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 36 metres north east of its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 13 metres be restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes between the hours of 8am and 6pm on any day of the week except public holidays. 7. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 49 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 6 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 8. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 55 metres north east of its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 13 metres be restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes between the hours of 8am and 6pm on any day of the week except public holidays. 9. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 68 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 23 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 10. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 104 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 5 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 11. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 129 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 23 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. South east side of The Runway 12. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south east side of The Runway commencing at its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 24 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 13. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 24 metres south east of its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 7 metres be restricted to a maximum period of 30 minutes between the hours of 8am and 6pm on any day of the week except public holidays. 14. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 31 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 7 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 15. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 38 metres south east of its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 13 metres be restricted to a maximum period of 30 minutes between the hours of 8am and 6pm on any day of the week except public holidays. 16. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 51 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 5 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 17. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 56 metres south east of its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 14 metres be restricted to a maximum period of 30 minutes between the hours of 8am and 6pm on any day of the week except public holidays. 18. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 70 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 23 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 19. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 105 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 5 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 20. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 129 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 23 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 21. Approves that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road markings that evidence the restrictions described in this staff report are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).
	Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00004 Part C That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board: 1. Receives the information in the The Runway, Wigram - Proposed No Stopping and Parking Restrictions Report. 2. Notes that the decision in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. 3. Revokes any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the parking or stopping restrictions described in resolutions 4 – 22 below. North east side of The Runway 4. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north east side of The Runway commencing at its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 22 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 5. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 22 metres north east of its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 7 metres be restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes between the hours of 8am and 6pm on any day of the week except public holidays. 6. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 29 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 7 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 7. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 36 metres north east of its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 13 metres be restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes between the hours of 8am and 6pm on any day of the week except public holidays. 8. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 49 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 6 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 9. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 55 metres north east of its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 13 metres be restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes between the hours of 8am and 6pm on any day of the week except public holidays. 10. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 68 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 23 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 11. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 104 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 5 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 12. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north east side of The Runway commencing at a point 129 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 23 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. South east side of The Runway 13. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south east side of The Runway commencing at its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 24 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 14. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 24 metres south east of its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 7 metres be restricted to a maximum period of 30 minutes between the hours of 8am and 6pm on any day of the week except public holidays. 15. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 31 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 7 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 16. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 38 metres south east of its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 13 metres be restricted to a maximum period of 30 minutes between the hours of 8am and 6pm on any day of the week except public holidays. 17. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 51 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 5 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 18. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 56 metres south east of its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 14 metres be restricted to a maximum period of 30 minutes between the hours of 8am and 6pm on any day of the week except public holidays. 19. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 70 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 23 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 20. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 105 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 5 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 21. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south east side of The Runway commencing at a point 129 metres its intersection with Corsair Drive and extending to the north east for a distance of 23 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda. 22. Approves that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road markings that evidence the restrictions described in this staff report are in place (or removed in the case of revocations). Pedestrian crossing 23. Requests staff investigate and provide advice on viable options to improve safe pedestrian crossing in the vicinity of 106 The Runway, Wigram. Andrei Moore/Mark Peters Carried

10. Lynfield Avenue and Maydell Street Intersection - Proposed No Stopping Restrictions

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00005 Officer recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Lynfield Avenue and Maydell Street Intersection - Proposed No Stopping Restrictions 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. Revokes any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the parking or stopping restrictions described in resolutions 4 – 7 below.

4. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Lynfield Avenue, commencing at the northern side of Maydell Street intersection, and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 14.0 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda.

5. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Lynfield Avenue, commencing at the southern side of Maydell Street intersection, and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 9.5 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda.

6. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northern side of Maydell Street, commencing at the eastern side of Lynfield Avenue intersection, and extending in a easterly direction for a distance of 10.5 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda.

7. Approves in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southern side of Maydell Street, commencing at the eastern side of Lynfield Avenue intersection, and extending in a easterly direction for a distance of 10.0 metres, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda.

8. Approves that these resolutions take effect when parking road markings that evidence the restrictions described in this staff report are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

Tyla Harrison-Hunt/Helen Broughton Carried

11. Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Discretionary Response Fund 2024-25 Application - Hornby Community Patrols Inc

Community Board Comment

Debbie Mora declared an interest and took no part in discussion or voting on this item.

Marie Pollisco declared an interest, took no part in discussion or voting on this item and vacated the Chair.

Helen Broughton assumed the Chair for consideration of Item 11.

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00006 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 Discretionary Response Fund 2024-25 Application - Hornby Community Patrols 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 $1,428 from its 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund to Hornby Community Patrols Inc towards its anniversary commemorations.

Mark Peters/Sarah Brunton Carried

Marie Pollisco returned to the Chair.

12. Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Area Report - February 2025

Community Board Comment

The Board took into consideration the deputation from Barry Harcourt (Item 5.1 of these minutes refers).

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00007 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 - February 2025.

Andrei Moore/Henk Buunk Carried

13. Elected Members’ Information Exchange Te Whakawhiti Whakaaro o Te Kāhui Amorangi
	Part B
	The following information was exchanged: · It was noted that a C-130H Hercules plane will be landed at the Wigram Aerodrome prior to it being retired to the Air Force Museum of New Zealand. · There is local concern about the replacement of trees in Riccarton, in particular the trees in Suva Street that have been vandalised. · Concerns have been raised about the road quality on Darvel Street, Riccarton. · It was noted that there are requirements on owners to replace protected trees removed from their properties. · Some owners of businesses on Riccarton Road are concerned about the quality of lighting in the car parks behind their premises. · There is concern about lack of notice of the upcoming closure of Quaifes Road. · There is concern about the quality of the road resurfacing on Halswell Junction Road. · It was noted that the internet coverage in parts of Halswell is inconsistent. · Halswell Community Patrol has twenty members and is looking to increase the size of the Patrol. · It was noted that safety improvements to Deans Avenue will be considered at a joint meeting of the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton and Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Boards on 27 March 2025.
	Attachments a Elected Members' Information Exchange - Elected Member Update

Debbie Mora left the meeting at 5.37pm during item 13.

Karakia Whakamutunga

Meeting concluded at 5.46pm.

CONFIRMED THIS 13TH DAY OF MARCH 2025

Marie Pollisco

Chairperson

7. Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/1439321
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Richard Gibbs, Senior Project Manager, Parks
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 to seek land owner approval to use the Ngā Puna Wai site for locating two full size, floodlit artificial turf sports fields and associated car parking and changing facilities.

1.2 The report is staff generated in response to a) Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00053 (Sports Field Network Plan); and b) Council Resolved CLP/2024/00090 (Sports Field Network Plan).

1.3 The origin of the report is the Council-adopted Sports Field Network Plan, which focuses on the provision, development and performance of a network of well-placed, appropriately developed and accessible sports fields across our city over the next 10 years. The Council-approved Long Term Plan 2024-2034 provides the funding for delivering the Sports Field Network Plan.

1.4 The decision in this report is of low significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by the fact that the recommended site has minimal impact on residents, being located in a semi-industrial part of the city but will meet planned actions within the recently approved Sports Field Network Plan.

1.5 The recommended option is to approve the use of Ngā Puna Wai Sports site for locating two full size, floodlit artificial turf sports fields and associated car parking and changing facilities, subject to appropriate consents being granted.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. receives the information in the Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development Report;

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

3. approves Option 1 (see 4.6 in the report on the meeting agenda) for locating two full size, floodlit artificial turf sports fields and associated car parking and changing facilities at Ngā Puna Wai on the land at 141 and 189 Wigram Road.

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 Council adopted a Sports Field Network Plan for the City in mid-2024.

3.2 One of the objectives under the second of the three goals of the Sports Field Network Plan is to develop a city-wide network of dedicated floodlit artificial turf sports fields, the first step of which is to identify potential sites and resource consent requirements.

3.3 The layout of the first of these planned facilities is shown in the attached concept plan. These facilities are located on a section of recreation reserve and parkland that straddles 141 and 189 Wigram Road which is part of the wider Ngā Puna Wai site.

3.4 The layout plan was available for public consultation between 23 October 2024 and 10 November 2024.

This report presents the results of the public consultation to help support the decision-making process by the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board as to whether the land can be used for locating the planned two full size, floodlit artificial turf sports fields and associated car parking and changing facilities.

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

4.1 On 30 May 2024 Council adopted the Sports Field Network Plan, which includes a goal to install a network of artificial turf sports fields in six catchment areas around Ōtautahi Christchurch over the next 10 years (see Attachment C). The funding for these facilities in the Long Term Plan commences fully by FY29, with funding available between FY25 and FY29 being available for planning and design, resource consent applications and some enabling works.

4.2 Artificial turf sports fields enable all-weather use and by default support high use capacity during peak demand periods (e.g. training under floodlights). They offer year-round use with no seasonal renovation period, and they can be used by multiple sporting codes. However, the intensive use typically associated with these facilities can negatively affect neighbouring properties (e.g. noise, light spill, traffic, parking). Therefore, it is preferable to build these facilities in existing areas of appropriate size and configuration that are located in non or low-residential areas, or to purchase land in commercial or industrial areas.

4.3 Each potential site identified within a catchment area also needs to have public support and a high likelihood of gaining resource consent to locate the facilities on the site. The results of an assessment of the potential impact on local residents (light spill, noise assessment, traffic management, car parking requirements), as well as an assessment of site conditions (e.g. contamination) and modelling of stormwater management are all major considerations as part of resource consent approval.

4.4 This report relates to a layout plan for public consultation where it is proposed to locate the first artificial turf sports field hub.

4.5 The following related information session/workshops have taken place for the members of the meeting:

Date

Subject

13 June 2024

Wigram Road maintenance depot and staff facilities. Report to the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board https://christchurch.infocouncil.biz/Open/2024/06/HHRB_20240613_MIN_9186_AT.htm

26 September 2024

Ngā Puna Wai Artificial Turf Sports Field Concept Plan Update. Report to the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board

https://christchurch.infocouncil.biz/Open/2024/09/ISWH_20240926_AGN_10151_AT.PDF

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

4.6 The following reasonably practicable options were considered and are assessed in this report for locating a hub of two artificial turf sports fields in the south-western catchment area (see Attachment C):

	Option 1	Option 2	Option 3
Site location	141 and 189 Wigram Road	Carrs Road Reserve	Halswell Domain
Current use description	Grazed pasture	Kart Club	Multi-sports (scouts, rugby league, football, softball, cricket, tennis, netball, bowls and touch)
Owned by CCC	Yes	Yes	Yes
Existing sports park in use?	No	Yes	Yes

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

Note: a numerical 1-3 score has been applied to each consideration in the table below; the higher the overall score, the more the site is considered to be suitable for locating the facilities.

	Option 1	Option 2	Option 3
Site location	141 and 189 Wigram Road	Carrs Road Reserve	Halswell Domain
Proximity to non-residential zoned areas for additional evening and weekend parking	Good (3)	Poor (1)	Poor (1)
Distance from residential properties	Good (3)	Poor (1)	Poor (1)
Proximity to cycleway	Good (3)	Good (3)	Good (3)
Approx. walking distance from nearest bus stop	500 m (2)	1 km (1)	200 m (3)
Potential disruption to/relocation of existing users	None (3)	High (1)	High (1)
Site contamination status	None (3)	High (1)	Low (2)
Degree of site enabling works required	Medium (2)	High (1)	Medium (2)
Potential noise and light spill impact on nearby residents	Low (3)	Medium (2)	High (1)

4.7 Preferred Option: Artificial turf sports fields at 141 and 189 Wigram Road.

4.7.1 Option Description: 141 and 189 Wigram Road is an existing park owned by Christchurch City Council currently in grazed pasture. Two full size artificial turf sports fields, an associated car park and changing rooms will be able to be accommodated on this land.

Concept design location

Site layout

A drawing of a field

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4.7.2 Option Advantages

· The site is already owned by Christchurch City Council.

· Residential properties are some distance from the site.

· The site is not contaminated.

· The site has good road and transport access.

· Development of artificial turf at this site is a strong candidate for meeting the large demand for football in the south-west and south of the city.

4.7.3 Option Disadvantages

· Development of the site is still contingent on access to the site off Wigram Road being approved (resource consent for access has been lodged).

· There is unlikely to be a site as suitable as this one elsewhere in this catchment area.

Analysis Criteria Ngā Paearu Wetekina

4.8 The analysis criteria included ownership and zoning of the land, site characteristics, proximity to major road networks and residential properties, location and size, and overall public support.

4.9 A major consideration was also whether a natural turf sports field in an existing park should be converted to an artificial turf sports field. Whilst this option has been put forward by various sports clubs on several occasions, it is not recommended at this stage until all other options have been exhausted, for two reasons.

· First, the artificial turf sports fields in the Sports Field Network Plan will not be club-focused; they will be floodlit bookable community spaces with multiple sports options including rugby, football and league.

· Second, artificial turf fields require specialist maintenance and perimeter fencing, which in itself is not compatible with open public-use space in Christchurch City Council sports parks.

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option - Artificial turf sports fields (option 1)
Cost to Implement	Project details yet to be finalised Estimate $6-8M for: 2 x artificial turf fields floodlights changing facilities car park
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	$60,000 p.a. (artificial turfs and associated infrastructure) Estimate
Funding Source	#77257 (Sports Field Network Plan Goal 2 - Artificial Sports Surfaces Development) $29,038,622 (FY25-FY34) #61783 (Community Parks Buildings, Structures and Furnishings New Development) $13,906,138 (FY28-FY34) #61785 (Community Parks Sports Field Development) $11,547,923 (FY27-FY34)
Funding Availability	Yes
Impact on Rates	N/A

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 The risk of not constructing the two artificial turf sports fields and supporting infrastructure would delay the implementation of the approved Sports Field Network Plan (specifically Goal 2 of the Plan) and would likely lead to a poor reputational image of the Council by the sporting and wider community, given Council Resolution CLP/2024/00091.

6.2 In terms of actual construction, there are no risks specifically identified beyond risk management associated with standard sports field construction processes and the risk of resource consent not being approved.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

6.3 There are no known legal considerations other than the normal requirements of the Resource Management Act.

Strategy and Policy Considerations Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.4 The required decision:

6.4.1 Meets the objectives of the Sports Field Network Plan.

6.4.2 Aligns with the Christchurch City Council’s Strategic Framework. In particular this recommendation is strongly aligned with the community outcomes of a thriving prosperous city and a green, liveable city. The floodlit artificial turf facilities will allow the Christchurch City Council to help meet increasing sporting demand in the city and to take pressure off existing natural turf sports fields.

6.4.3 Is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by the fact that the site has minimal impact on residents, being located in a semi-industrial part of the city but will meet operational requirements for the Parks Unit.

6.4.4 Is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

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

6.6 Parks, Heritage and Coastal Environment

6.6.1 Activity: Parks and Foreshore

· Level of Service: 6.8.1.6 Fields are maintained to a level that meets the playing requirements of Regional Sports Organisations - 90% of scheduled games are able to proceed safely (except when closed during adverse weather events)

· Level of Service: 6.8.5 Resident satisfaction with the overall availability of recreation facilities within the City’s parks and foreshore network - >= 70%

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

6.7 The proposal for the two artificial turf sports fields was presented at the inaugural Sports Field Network Plan Action Group meeting on 15 August 2024. At this meeting were representatives from Canterbury Rugby, Mainland Football, Canterbury Softball, Touch Canterbury and Canterbury Rugby League.

6.8 Consultation on the Wigram Road artificial turf sports field plan started on 23 October 2024 and ran until 10 November 2024. An email was sent to 77 key stakeholders, including Halswell Residents Association, Halswell Community Project, Halswell Business Network, Sport Canterbury, local businesses, and sports organisations likely to use the site.

6.9 Project information on Kōrero mai | Let’s Talk had 1040 views throughout the consultation period.

6.10 The consultation was posted on the council Facebook page linking to a Newsline article with 2701 views and was also shared to four local community Facebook pages.

6.11 Consultation documents which included the visual plan for the site and details were delivered to nearby residents on 23 October.

Summary of feedback Ngā Tāpaetanga

6.12 Submissions were received from six recognised organisations and 75 individuals. All submissions are attached.

6.13 Christchurch Metro Cricket were supportive of the project having already requested facilities for junior cricket on a Saturday morning, which they supported in this location. Halswell United Football Club had questions about car parking, traffic management, warmup space, the field and facilities. Christchurch Netball Centre and Mainland Netball raised concerns about parking demand. The South West Sports & Recreation Hub (SWISH) were supportive and had questions about facilities, seating, fencing, cycle access and public transport. Environment Canterbury were supportive of the plan.

6.14 Council staff have met with both Mainland Netball and Christchurch Netball Centre leadership submitters. An explanation was provided about the integration of the planned artificial sports turf development on Wigram Road with the current access management at Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub. Staff will continue to work collaboratively with these sports partners to address access management challenges, opportunities and solutions.

6.15 Positive feedback about the plan is themed below:

· it will help manage demand for sports (24)

· it will be good for winter/wet training (12)

· it’s in a good location (11)

· it will be good for youth (6)

· excited to hear about other artificial turf locations (4)

6.16 A further 16 submitters were generally supportive of the plan without further comment.

6.17 Submitters disliked the following elements of the plan:

· concern about traffic/parking around Ngā Puna Wai and existing issues (4)

· environmental concerns with artificial turf (4)

· increased injury/issue with artificial turf (2)

6.18 Submitters made the following requests for the project:

· provide plenty of car parking (5)

· provide a range of seating (4) provide appropriate seating (4)

· provide a covered area (3)

· install a high fence (3)

6.19 Many submissions also included out of scope feedback including requests for fields in other areas. All submissions can be read in full in Attachment B.

Supplementary information

6.20 Visitors to the Let’s Talk webpage had the option of completing a quick poll, rather than making a full submission. Out of 136 responses, the plan received 111 5-star ratings.

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

6.21.1 Waipuna Halswell Hornby Riccarton Community Board

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.22 Although the general area is significant as the source of the Ōpawaho River, this project will not affect any springs or waterways and there is nothing to indicate any specific interest in this site. The decision does not involve a significant decision in relation to ancestral land or a body of water or other elements of intrinsic value, therefore this decision does not specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture, and traditions.

6.23 The decision does not involve a matter of interest to Mana Whenua and will not impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga. Nevertheless, MKT will be informed of the development and be asked if they would like to be involved.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.24 The proposal in this report is unlikely to contribute significantly to adaptation to the impacts of climate change or emissions reductions. However, the design brief and Principal’s Requirements for the new building, car park and artificial turfs will contain a requirement to maximise sustainable design and operational efficiency considerations relating to sustainability, storm water management and landscape design, as approached from a whole-of-life perspective.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 If approved, the project will require resource consent prior to construction. The artificial turf sports fields, changing rooms and associated car park are unlikely to commence construction until FY26 at the earliest.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Wigram Road artificial turf fields layout for consultation	24/2137279	28
b ⇩	Wigram Road artificial turf fields - submission table (public)	24/2137280	29
c ⇩	Proposed catchment areas for artificial turf hubs	24/352575	46

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

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author	Richard Gibbs - Senior Project Manager
Approved By	Rupert Bool - Acting Head of Parks

8. Bus stop upgrades on Murphys, Main South, and Halswell Junction Roads
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/2165915
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Mansour Johari, Passenger Transport Engineer
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Brent Smith, Acting General Manager City Infrastructure

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 To approve bus stop improvements within the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board area.

1.2 This report is staff-generated in response to community requests and staff investigations.

1.3 The proposed bus stop upgrades were consulted on concurrently and are presented in a single report to streamline time and costs. However, the decisions concerning each bus stop are independent, and they can be pursued separately if necessary.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Bus stop upgrades on Murphys, Main South, and Halswell Junction Roads 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.

New bus stops at Murphys-Skibbereen-Caulfield intersection (Attachment A)

3. Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

Outbound – outside 33 Murphys Road

a. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the south side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 70 metres north of its intersection with Skibbereen Drive and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 8 metres.

b. Approves that a bus stop be installed on the southern side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 62 metres north of its intersection with Skibbereen Drive and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

Inbound – outside 32 Murphys Road

a. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the north side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 35 metres north of its intersection with Caulfield Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 2 metres.

b. Approves that a bus stop be installed on the northern side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 33 metres north of its intersection with Caulfield Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

c. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the north side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 19 metres north of its intersection with Caulfield Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

4. Approves that directional and warning tactile pavers, a seat, hardstand areas, and bus stop signs are installed at these bus stops, as shown on Attachment A.

5. Approves the removal of one street tree (Tree ID 143928) outside 2 Caulfield Avenue on Murphys Road, as shown on Attachment A.

6. Approves the replacement planting of trees on Caulfield Avenue outside Murphys Drainage Reserve, as shown on Attachment A.

7. Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the south side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 16 metres north of its intersection with Skibbereen Drive and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 9 metres.

Bus stop 53589 - 18 McDermott Place on Murphys Road (Attachment B)

8. Pursuant to Section 339(1) of the Local Government Act 1974:

a. Approves that a bus passenger shelter be installed on the north side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 49 metres south of its intersection with Halswell Junction Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of approximately 3.6 metres.

9. Approves that directional and warning tactile pavers and hardstand area are installed at the bus stop, as shown on Attachment B.

Bus stop 17847 - 175 Main South Road on Racecourse Road (Attachment C)

10. Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a. Approves that a bus stop on the southern side of Racecourse Road commencing at a point 118 metres west of its intersection with Main South-Epsom-Blenheim Roundabout and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 13 metres be revoked.

b. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the south side of Racecourse Road commencing at a point 87 metres west of its intersection with Main South-Epsom-Blenheim Roundabout and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 4 metres.

c. Approves that a bus stop be installed on the southern side of Racecourse Road commencing at a point 91 metres west of its intersection with Main South-Epsom-Blenheim Roundabout and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

11. Approves that directional and warning tactile pavers, a seat, green surfacing, and bus stop sign are installed at the bus stop, as shown on Attachment C.

Bus stop 38068 – 66 Halswell Junction Road (Attachment D)

12. Approves that a seat and a hardstand area be installed at the bus stop, as shown on Attachment D.

13. Revokes any previous resolutions pertaining to parking or stopping restrictions and traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the parking or stopping restrictions and traffic controls described in resolutions 3-12 above.

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 Based on community requests and staff investigations, staff are proposing several bus stop upgrades, which are listed in Table 1.

Table 1: Proposed bus stop upgrades.

Address and ID	Origin	Upgrades
Murphys-Skibbereen-Caulfield Intersection	2x Community	2x New bus stop
18 McDermott Place on Murphys Road - 53589	Staff investigation	Shelter installation
175 Main South Road on Racecourse Road - 17847	Community	Relocation
66 Halswell Junction Road - 38068	Community	Seat installation

3.2 These upgrades have been prioritised based on patronage, bus stop spacing, and community requests.

3.3 The main upgrades include the provision of a bus shelter at well-used bus stops, installing new bus stops, and relocating an existing bus stop.

3.4 The proposed plans also incorporate standard line markings, hardstand areas, tactile pavers, and seats to improve accessibility, safety, and the waiting area.

3.5 Staff made two minor changes to the proposed plan for new bus stops at the Murphys/Skibbereen/Caulfield intersection, compared to the consultation plan. The changes are:

3.5.1 The bus stop outside 33 Murphys Road has been moved one metre south to provide a nine metre hardstand area. This is a minor change compared to the consultation plan.

3.5.2 In the consultation plan, staff considered introducing a stop control line at the intersection of Caulfield Avenue and Murphys Road to improve pedestrian crossing safety on Murphys Road. Instead, to better align with best practice and ensure consistent control at the intersection, safety of this pedestrian crossing is now enhanced by implementing no-stopping restrictions outside 39 Murphys Road. The property owner has been consulted and has raised no objections to the proposed restrictions.

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

New bus stops at Murphys-Skibbereen-Caulfield intersection (Route 7)

4.1 Recent developments around the Murphys/Skibbereen/Caulfield intersection have increased the need for new bus stops in this area.

4.2 The current bus stop spacing is about 700 meters, which exceeds the recommended practice of 400 meters.

4.3 In December 2022, staff consulted on new bus stops at this intersection, but the project was postponed due to community opposition.

4.4 Since then, staff have received two community requests to install new bus stops at this intersection. Seats are proposed at this location.

4.5 The proposed plan involves removing a street tree (ID 143928). As a semi-mature plane tree under 6 metres in height, no resource consent is necessary for its removal. The tree is in average condition. Minor damage to the footpath from the tree has been observed. As such, the tree removal requires a resolution from the Community Board, along with the replacement of two trees in accordance with the Council’s tree policy.

4.6 Underground service checks have shown that the proposed replacement planting locations do not pose any issues in terms of interference or conflicts with underground services.

4.7 Species have yet to be determined but will likely be small to medium sized deciduous exotic trees. This will depend on availability from the nursery, and they will be expected to be planted in the 2025 planting season (April-August). The new trees will meet the Tree Policy canopy replacement target of replacing the lost canopy within 20 years.

Shelter installation at bus stop outside 18 McDermott Place on Murphys Road (Route 7)

4.8 A bus stop is deemed well-used if, on average, it serves around 20 or more passengers daily. This is the traditional CCC threshold for bus shelter installation.

4.9 Staff investigations have revealed that, on average, approximately 60 passengers use this bus stop per day. The bus stop is one of the most well used bus stops in the Community Board area that serves a core route but lacks a bus shelter.

4.10 The current bus stop has standard line markings and no stopping restrictions. There are no further changes to line markings.

Bus stop relocation outside 175 Main South Road on Racecourse Road (Routes 5, 80, 130)

4.11 Bus passengers have reported to Environment Canterbury (ECan) that bus drivers often cannot see them at this stop. They have also requested the installation of a seat.

4.12 The rear door of the bus opens over a kerb cutdown at the current bus stop.

4.13 The current bus stop locations do not provide sufficient space for buses to safely and smoothly exit the bus stop onto Racecourse Road and then onto Main South Road.

Seat installation at bus stop outside 66 Halswell Junction Road (Routes 125)

4.14 The current bus stop has standard line marking, sign, and tactile pavers.

4.15 Staff have received a request for installing a seat from an old bus passenger who recently suffered a stroke.

4.16 The traditional CCC threshold for seat installation at a bus stop is five or more passengers per day.

4.17 In addition to the patronage threshold, staff also consider requests from elderly individuals, schools, and people with disabilities, who are highly reliant on public transport.

4.18 Staff investigations have revealed that, on average, approximately three passengers use this bus stop per day.

4.19 Staff have proposed installing a seat at this bus stop in response to the request made by the elderly passenger.

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

New bus stops at Murphys-Skibbereen-Caulfield intersection

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

4.20.1 Provision of new bus stops.

4.20.2 Do nothing.

4.21 The following options were considered but ruled out:

4.21.1 In-bound bus stop outside 4 Caulfield Avenue, where there is an indented parking bay, was ruled out due to:

· The need to remove a healthy and sound tree; and

· Interruption of the bus stop with driveways.

4.21.2 Out-bound bus stop on Caulfield Avenue was ruled out due to the following reasons:

· Caulfield Avenue is about 1 metre narrower than Murphys Road (this means that, when the bus stops at the bus stop, other vehicles are more likely to cross the centre line to overtake it).

· The short spacing between driveways (this means that not only does the bus stop interrupt driveways, but also the rear door of the bus would open over a vehicle crossing).

Shelter installation at bus stop outside 18 McDermott Place on Murphys Road

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

4.22.1 Installation of a new shelter.

4.22.2 Do nothing.

Bus stop relocation outside 175 Main South Road on Racecourse Road

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

4.23.1 Bus stop relocation.

4.23.2 Do nothing.

Seat installation at bus stop outside 66 Halswell Junction Road (Routes 125)

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

4.24.1 Installation of a new seat.

4.24.2 Do nothing.

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

New bus stops at Murphys-Skibbereen-Caulfield intersection

4.25 Preferred Option: A new pair of bus stops, as shown on Attachment A.

4.25.1 Option Advantages

· Enhances public transport access for residents in this area.

· Improves bus stop spacing from about 700 metres to approximately 350 metres.

· The no-stopping restrictions will stop vehicles from parking near the pedestrian crossing, enhancing both the crossing's usability and sightlines. A longer sightline could be achieved by removing on-street parking outside 37 Murphys Road. However, staff deemed the proposed no stopping restriction sufficient due to the low traffic volumes and the wide footpath.

4.25.2 Option Disadvantages

· Loss of approximately eight on-street parking spaces for new bus stops.

· Loss of approximately two on-street parking spaces outside 39 Murphys Road to improve pedestrian crossing safety.

· When the bus stops at the stop outside 32 Murphys Road, it slightly obstructs the sightline for pedestrians crossing the road. However, it is a risk with a low likelihood, as the bus stops only a few times each day, typically for brief periods (about 30 seconds).

4.26 Do nothing

4.26.1 Option Advantages

· The Council will not incur any costs.

4.26.2 Option Disadvantages

· No improvement in public transport accessibility.

· No improvement in bus stop spacing.

· No improvement in pedestrian crossing safety.

Shelter installation at bus stop outside 18 McDermott Place on Murphys Road

4.27 Preferred Option: Shelter installation, as shown on Attachment B.

4.27.1 Option Advantages

· Provides weather protection for approximately 60 passengers per day.

4.27.2 Option Disadvantages

· Costs associated with shelter cleaning and maintenance.

4.28 Do nothing

4.28.1 Option Advantages

· The Council will not incur any costs.

4.28.2 Option Disadvantages

· No improvement in weather protection.

Bus stop relocation outside 175 Main South Road on Racecourse Road

4.29 Preferred Option: Bus stop relocation, as shown on Attachment C.

4.29.1 Option Advantages

· Improved sightlines between drivers and passengers.

· Enhanced waiting area.

· More space for buses to safely and smoothly exit from Racecourse Road onto Main South Road.

4.29.2 Option Disadvantages

· Loss of one on-street parking space.

4.30 Do nothing

4.30.1 Option Advantages

· The Council will not incur any costs.

4.30.2 Option Disadvantages

· No improvement in sightlines, waiting area, and space for buses to enter and exit the bus stop onto Main South Road.

Seat installation at bus stop outside 66 Halswell Junction Road (Routes 125)

4.31 Preferred Option: Seat installation, as shown on Attachment D.

4.31.1 Option Advantages

· Enhanced waiting area.

4.31.2 Option Disadvantages

· Costs associated with seat cleaning and maintenance.

4.32 Do nothing

4.32.1 Option Advantages

· The Council will not incur any costs.

4.32.2 Option Disadvantages

· No improvement in waiting area.

Analysis Criteria Ngā Paearu Wetekina

4.33 The following criteria have been considered when assessing the options above:

4.33.1 Access to public transport

4.33.2 Patronage

4.33.3 Bus stop spacing

4.33.4 On-street parking loss

4.33.5 Safety for all road users

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

5.1 The estimated costs for different options are provided in the tables below.

5.2 The implementation costs in the table below include the expenses for investigation, design, and construction of bus stop upgrades.

5.3 Maintenance/Ongoing costs - The Transport Unit Operational Expenditure budgets include maintenance of bus stop infrastructure, approximately $230 annually.

5.4 Funding Source – Traffic Operations budget for public transport infrastructure upgrades.

New bus stops at Murphys-Skibbereen-Caulfield intersection

	Recommended Option	Option 2 - Do nothing
Cost to Implement	$12,000	$0
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	$230 per year	NA
Funding Source	CPMS 50465	NA
Funding Availability	Available	NA
Impact on Rates	NA	NA

Shelter installation at bus stop outside 18 McDermott Place on Murphys Road

	Recommended Option	Option 2 - Do nothing
Cost to Implement	$30,000	$0
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	$230 per year	NA
Funding Source	CPMS 50465	NA
Funding Availability	Available	NA
Impact on Rates	NA	NA

Bus stop relocation outside 175 Main South Road on Racecourse Road

	Recommended Option	Option 2 - Do nothing
Cost to Implement	$10,000	$0
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	$230 per year	NA
Funding Source	CPMS 50465	NA
Funding Availability	Available	NA
Impact on Rates	NA	NA

Seat installation at bus stop outside 66 Halswell Junction Road

	Recommended Option	Option 2 - Do nothing
Cost to Implement	$2,000	$0
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	$230 per year	NA
Funding Source	CPMS 50465	NA
Funding Availability	Available	NA
Impact on Rates	NA	NA

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 Should the Community Board proceed with Option 2, the do-nothing option, there will be:

New bus stops Murphys-Skibbereen-Caulfield intersection

· No improvement in public transport accessibility.

· No improvement in bus stop spacing.

· No improvement in pedestrian crossing safety.

Shelter installation at bus stop outside 18 McDermott Place on Murphys Road

· No improvement in weather protection.

Bus stop relocation outside 175 Main South Road on Racecourse Road

· No improvement in sightline, waiting area, and bus movement onto Main South Road.

Seat installation at bus stop outside 66 Halswell Junction Road

· No improvement in waiting area.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

6.2.1 The relevant Community Board or Committee have delegated authority from the Council to exercise the delegations as set out in the Register of Delegations. The list of delegations for the Community Boards includes the resolutions of:

· Stopping, standing, and parking restrictions (including bus stops) under Clause 7 of the Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017.

· Bus passenger shelters under Section 339 (1) of the Local Government Act 1974.

· To hear and determine objections to bus stop shelters.

· Grass plots or flowers beds or trees.

6.3 Other Legal Implications:

6.3.1 This report has not been reviewed and approved by the Legal Services Unit.

Strategy and Policy Considerations Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.4 The required decisions:

6.4.1 Align with the Christchurch City Council’s Strategic Framework.

6.4.2 Are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

6.4.3 Are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

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

6.6 Transport

6.6.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.4.1 More people are choosing to travel by public transport - >=13 million trips per year

· Level of Service: 10.4.4. Improve customer satisfaction with public transport facilities (quality of bus stops and bus priority measures) - >=73%

6.7 The Tree Policy:

6.7.1 Section 4.7 – Approval by Council for the removal of trees to facilitate projects o 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.

6.7.2 Section 1.9 – 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)

6.7.3 Section 1.7 – All trees will have a minimum establishment maintenance period of 24 months.

6.7.4 Section 1.10 - For removals within the road corridor, the location of any replacement trees will be based on the following; (1) in the same road corridor in as close proximity to the tree removed; or (2) if no further planting in the road corridor is required or possible the in the closest road corridor that requires planting; or (3) within the urban forest.

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

6.8 Consultation has been carried out with affected property owners and tenants.

6.9 The consultation for the proposed upgrades outside 66 Halswell Junction Road occurred from 6 to 20 January 2025. For the other upgrades, the consultation period ran from 2 to 20 December 2024. Letters were issued to the property owners and tenants affected.

6.10 Environment Canterbury support the proposed upgrades.

6.11 The Council Parks Team indicated no issues with the proposed replanting locations.

6.12 New bus stops Murphys-Skibbereen-Caulfield intersection

· No response has been received for the in-bound bus stop.

· Staff met with the residents (owner) of 39 Murphys Road regarding the no-stopping restrictions added to improve pedestrian crossing safety. They expressed no objections to the proposed plan.

· Staff received three submissions from two affected properties for the out-bound bus stop.

Owner of 31 Murphys Road

“We don’t want it” and “We don’t want bus stop to be there thanks”.

Owners of 33 Murphys Road (two submissions)

These submissions raised the following concerns in summary. Please see the full versions of the submissions in Attachment E. Staff provided a response to the submitters via an email and over a phone call. Submitters then asked to speak at the Community Board meeting.

Proximity to Existing Bus Stop: “There is already a bus stop located just 300 meters up the road…. The existing stop is more than adequate to serve the area.”

· Staff response: The current spacing between the bus stops on Murphys Road (near Halswell Junction Road) and Caulfield Avenue (near Hamill Road) is approximately 700 metres. This exceeds the recommended best practice of 400 metres. Additionally, recent developments in nearby areas have increased the demand for better access to public transport. We have also received requests from the community for improved access to public transport.

Obstruction of Driveway: “… This would severely impact my ability to access and exit my property. The proposal appears to have been made without regard for the fact that this driveway is integral to the daily functioning of my household…”

· Staff response: We normally try to avoid marking bus stops at driveways. However, due to the limited spacing between driveways in some locations, it may happen that the tail of the bus will block the driveway when stopping at the bus stop. It is worth noting that buses will be there only a few times per day and each time for a short period (e.g., 30 seconds). Therefore, we do not expect any safety or operational issues. Additionally, there are multiple similar situations around Christchurch that have been operating without any issues.

Safety and increased congestion: “This part of the road is already congested with buses and frequently obstructed by parked cars, … Adding a bus stop in this already congested area will only make the situation worse, …”

· Staff response: Murphys Road is wide enough to support traffic safely in both directions while maintaining on-street parking on both sides. Installing a bus stop at the proposed location is unlikely to reduce safety; and could improve the situation in two ways. Firstly, by providing better access to public transport it may encourage more people to use it. Second, providing a parking restriction before the bus box will improve the sightline for drivers exiting property 33 on Murphys Road, compared to the current conditions.

Loss of Off-Street Parking: “The proposed yellow lines would remove all off-street parking in front of my property, which is a vital resource for my household…”

· Staff response: Kerbside spaces are limited and need to be considered for all road users, particularly for public transport, which is an essential transport mode for disabled individuals, elders, and children. It is important to note that the Council’s Suburban Car Parking Policy prioritises the use of kerbside spaces for bus stops over other types of parking. Additionally, there are other areas of on-street parking spaces on Murphys Road that remain available for all residents.

6.13 Shelter installation at bus stop outside 18 McDermott Place on Murphys Road

· Staff received one submission from the owners of 18 McDermott highlighting two concerns about privacy and security, and proximity of the shelter to their boundary.

· The submitter also requested that the Council provide funding to improve their fence and hedge.

· Staff clarified for submitters that:

1. The existing fence and hedge provide considerable security. Additionally, the current bus stop serves about 60 passengers daily. We have not received any reports of vandalism or anti-social behaviour at this bus stop. Therefore, we believe the installation of a shelter will not affect the privacy and security of the adjacent property.

A street with a fence and a house

2. Staff will ensure that the shelter is installed at a minimum of 300mm from fence.

3. CCC will not be responsible for improving the hedge or fencing as the proposed plan does not affect them.

· Staff has not received any further response from the submitter.

6.14 Bus stop relocation outside 175 Main South Road on Racecourse Road

· Staff received one submission from a business at 175 Main South Road highlighting two concerns about on-street parking loss and potential vandalism.

· Staff clarified for the submitter that less than one on-street parking will be lost as a result of the proposed plan and that no vandalism or anti-social behaviour has been reported at this bus stop.

· Staff then received an email from submitters appreciating the reasoning that was provided.

6.15 Seat installation at bus stop outside 66 Halswell Junction Road

· Staff received one submission from the owner of 66 Halswell Junction Road objecting to seat installation.

· Staff answered the submitters’ questions and concerns through a call and an email. These concerns and answers are summarised below. Please see the full version of the submission in Attachment E.

Seat installation threshold: “….. As per our phone call conversation on Friday the 17th you said it's not warrantable for a seat to be provided unless it's 5 or more people using that stop a day According to your data that only 3 people use that a day, so I don't think it's justified to warrant a seating area …“

· Staff response: As discussed during our call, the Council prioritises public transport matters involving schools, elderly people, and disabled individuals (those highly dependent to public transport). Therefore, in this case, a seat has been proposed for a bus stop with three passengers per day, while the threshold is five passengers per day.

Maintenance costs: “Who is going to maintain?“

· Staff response: The Council is responsible for the maintenance of the proposed seat.

Vandalism and littering: “It will be open for loitering and increase of rubbish plus confetti “

· Staff response: We have not received any reports of undesirable behaviour at this bus stop. Additionally, the patronage is not high enough to cause a notable littering issue.

Engagement: “there hasn't been any correspondence to 66a Haswell junction road about this upgrade as it affects that homeowner as well “

· Staff response: The Council engages with properties that are directly affected by such matters.

6.16 The decision affects the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board area.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.17 The decisions do 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.

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

6.19 One small exotic street tree required for removal.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.20 The proposals in this report are unlikely to contribute significantly to adaptation to the impacts of climate change or emissions reductions. However, providing shelters along with other bus stop upgrades will enhance public transport user satisfaction and encourage more people to use public transport.

6.21 Proposal of one small tree removal, replaced with two trees, will eventually provide increased canopy cover to this section of road.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 Staff will implement the outcome of the Community Board decisions.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Attachment A: New bus stops at Murphys-Skibbereen-Caulfield intersection	25/194312	60
b ⇩	Attachment B: Bus stop 53589 - 18 McDermott Place on Murphys Road	25/194313	62
c ⇩	Attachment C: Bus stop 17847 - 175 Main South Road on Racecourse Road	25/194314	63
d ⇩	Attachment D: Bus stop 38068 – 66 Halswell Junction Road	25/194315	64
e ⇩	Attachment E: Submissions - Full version	25/111309	65

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

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author

Mansour Johari - Passenger Transport Engineer

Approved By

Gemma Dioni - Acting Team Leader Traffic Operations/Principal Advisor

Stephen Wright - Manager Operations (Transport)

9. Bus layover for bus route 7 - Opouira Knights Stream Park
Reference Te Tohutoro:	25/236116
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Mansour Johari, Passenger Transport Engineer
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Brent Smith, Acting General Manager City Infrastructure

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 To approve the proposed extension of the layover for bus route 7 on Richmond Avenue.

1.2 This report originates from a request by Environment Canterbury (ECan) for additional layover capacity for bus route 7, due to the planned frequency increase in late April 2025.

1.3 The lack of capacity at a bus layover creates several challenges, including reliability issues for the public transport system and health and safety concerns for bus drivers.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Bus layover for bus route 7 - Opouira Knights Stream Park 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.

Bus Layover for route 7 on Richmond Avenue (Attachment A, TG149102, Issue 1, 19.02.2025)

3. Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017

a. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on north side of Richmond Avenue commencing at a point 241 metres west of its intersection with Denali Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 8 metres.

b. Approves that a bus stop be installed on north side of Richmond Avenue commencing at a point 233 metres west of its intersection with Denali Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

c. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on north side of Richmond Avenue commencing at a point 219 metres west of its intersection with Denali Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 11 metres.

4. Approves the installation of a bus parking sign (R6-53), as shown in attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda, TG149102, Issue 1, 19.02.2025.

5. Approves that any previous resolutions pertaining to parking and stopping restrictions made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the parking and stopping restrictions described in clauses 3 – 4 above are revoked.

6. Approves that these resolutions, described in clauses 3 – 4 above, take effect when parking signage and/or road markings that evidence the restrictions described in the staff report are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 Staff propose to increase the capacity of the current bus layover space for bus route 7 on Richmond Avenue, opposite Knights Stream School. There is a current bus stop/layover that can accommodate two buses.

3.2 Staff propose to increase capacity by implementing a new layover area opposite 51-55 Richmond Avenue, in response to ECan's request to accommodate an additional bus at the layover. This is to support the planned frequency increase in late April 2025.

3.3 The absence of a designated bus layover area creates several challenges, including reliability issues for the public transport system and health and safety concerns for bus drivers.

3.4 Staff have made one minor change to the proposed plan compared to the consultation plan:

3.4.1 The bus parking sign has been moved from the light pole to the proposed location to better align with the Land Transport Rule – Traffic Control Devices (clause 12.5 (2)). This is a minor change compared to the consultation plan.

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

4.1 A bus layover provides a designated area for buses to pause between services, allowing drivers to rest during their shifts. This improves service reliability and helps reduce driver fatigue.

4.2 Prior to April 2021, buses on route 7 (Orange bus line) used the off-street car park opposite Knights Stream School as a layover area.

4.3 This location presented some issues including the differences in the operational hours of the car park gates and buses, as well as safety concerns regarding bus movements within the car park.

4.4 Therefore, staff proposed to use the bus stop opposite Knights Stream School as both a bus stop and a bus layover (current layover, shown in Figure 1). Elected members approved this layover at the Community Board’s meeting on 13 April 2021.

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Figure 1: Bus layover on Richmond Avenue opposite Knights Stream School. Photo from Google Street view accessed 10 February 2025.

4.5 ECan has requested additional space in this location for buses to layover to accommodate an extra bus, following the planned frequency increase in April 2025.

4.6 Bus route 7 currently operates at a 15-minute frequency during off-peak hours with a 10‑minute frequency for a short period of time in the morning and evening peaks. Following the planned frequency increase, the route will run every 10 minutes throughout both peak and off-peak periods.

4.7 Staff have therefore collaborated with ECan to provide the required infrastructure in response to the planned enhancement of bus route 7 operations.

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

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

4.8.1 Bus layover in parking bay opposite 51-55 Richmond Avenue (north-west of the existing bus stop/layover).

4.8.2 Do-nothing.

4.9 The following options were also considered but was not assessed as being reasonably practicable for the following reasons:

4.9.1 Bus layover in the car park (pre-2021 conditions).

· This option was ruled out because the reasons for relocating the bus layover from the car park in 2021 remain valid (highlighted in background section).

4.9.2 Bus layover in parking bays closer to Koareare Avenue.

· This option was ruled out by ECan due to its distance from the toilet facilities.

4.9.3 Off-street bus layover within park reserve land.

· The option of providing an off-road parking solution was not considered further, due to the cost of establishing a large hardstand area for the buses to use. This would only be justified at locations where multiple bus routes use the area as a layover.

4.9.4 Extension of the current double-sized stop (current layover).

· This option was ruled out as the only possible location for this extension is directly opposite the Richmond Ave/Killarney Ave intersection. However, this would involve removing two trees and a pedestrian crossing so is not a safe option, as buses would need to manoeuvre in and out of the layover, while pedestrians cross at both sides of the intersection (between parked buses).

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

4.10 Preferred Option: Bus layover in parking bay opposite 51-55 Richmond Avenue.

4.10.1 Option Advantages

· Minimum effects on traffic flow.

· Short distance to toilet facilities for drivers on breaks.

· Short distance to first stop at the beginning of the bus route.

4.10.2 Option Disadvantages

· On-street parking loss (3-4 spaces).

4.11 Option 2- do-nothing.

4.11.1 Option Description: Do-nothing.

4.11.2 Option Advantages

· The Council incur no costs.

· No loss of on-street parking spaces.

4.11.3 Option Disadvantages

· During busy times, there may be no space for the third bus to layover at this location. This could result in drivers losing their break time while searching for a parking space.

· In the absence of a formal layover, the third bus may park in areas that:

§ Are not safe.

§ Are far from the first stop and negatively affect route reliability.

§ Affect the traffic flow.

§ Are far from or lack break facilities for drivers.

Analysis Criteria Ngā Paearu Wetekina

4.12 Operational requirement of the bus route.

4.13 Distance to break facilities for drivers.

4.14 Distance to first bus stop.

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

5.1 The estimated costs for different options are provided in the tables below.

5.2 The implementation costs in the table below include the expenses for investigation, design, and construction of bus stop upgrades.

5.3 Maintenance/Ongoing costs - The Transport Unit Operational Expenditure budgets include maintenance of bus stop infrastructure, approximately $230 annually for each site.

5.4 Funding Source – Traffic Operations budget for public transport infrastructure upgrades.

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option	Option 2 – Do-nothing
Cost to Implement	$2,000	$0
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	$230 per year	NA
Funding Source	CPMS 50465	NA
Funding Availability	Available	NA
Impact on Rates	NA	NA

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 Should the Community Board proceed with Option 2, the do-nothing option:

· During busy times, there may be no space for the third bus to layover at this location. This could result in drivers losing their break time while searching for a parking space.

· In the absence of a formal layover, the third bus may park in areas that:

· Are not safe for all road users.

· Are far from the first stop and negatively affect route reliability.

· Affect the traffic flow.

· Are far from or lack break facilities for drivers.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

· Stopping, standing, and parking restrictions (including bus stops) under Clause 7 of the Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017.

6.3 Other Legal Implications:

6.3.1 This report has not been reviewed and approved by the Legal Services Unit. However the report has been written using a general approach previously approved of by the Legal Services Unit, and the recommendations are consistent with the policy and legislative framework outlined in this report.

Strategy and Policy Considerations Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.4 The required decisions:

6.4.1 Align with the Christchurch City Council’s Strategic Framework.

6.4.3 Are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

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

6.6 Transport

6.6.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.4.1 More people are choosing to travel by public transport - >=13 million trips per year

· Level of Service: 10.4.4. Improve customer satisfaction with public transport facilities (quality of bus stops and bus priority measures) - >=73%

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

6.7 Consultation was undertaken from 7 to 21 February 2025. Letters were issued to the property owners and tenants affected. In addition, Knights Stream School was contacted via email.

6.8 Knights Stream School supported the plan and stated that “… it looks like a good plan. There is no real effect on our school.”

6.9 Staff received a submission raising various concerns about the proposed plan. Below, staff provide responses to these concerns.

· Layover position close to residential area: “… the location of this layover area does not align with the NZTA guidelines … “

Staff response: The decision on bus layover locations involves multiple factors, including surrounding land use, existing infrastructure, break facilities, and the operational needs of the bus route. While this can be challenging, both CCC and ECan strive to place bus layovers in areas that cause minimal inconvenience to residents.

However, due to infrastructure limitations or operational requirements, some bus layovers may need to be in residential areas. In such cases, we carefully select locations to minimise impact, such as placing the layover next to a park, school yard, or on a wide median.

· Obstruction of View: “Buses parked directly outside my house completely obstruct my view …”

Staff response: Though the buses might obstruct the view, as discussed above, due to infrastructure limitations or operational requirements, some bus layovers may need to be in residential areas. In these cases, the bus layovers are placed next to land uses such as parks (rather than directly outside a property) to minimise other impacts on residents.

· Unsuitable Parking Space: “…Buses struggle to park in this spot, often resulting in vehicles crossing the centre line…”

Staff response: The parking bay meets the necessary dimensions for a bus parking spot. Furthermore, ECan have reviewed the proposed plan and confirmed that there are no concerns regarding buses having difficulty turning into or out of the bay.

· Safety Concerns: “The improper parking of buses at this location inhibits my ability to back out of my driveway safely at times.”

Staff response: Richmond Avenue is 6 metres wide, providing enough space to reverse out of driveways without obstruction from any parked vehicles, whether buses or cars, in the designated parking bay.

6.10 The submitter also proposed alternative locations for the bus layover, which were discussed in the background section when explaining the options that were considered, but nut pursued further.

6.11 A full version of received submission is provided in Attachment B.

6.12 Environment Canterbury support the proposed upgrades.

6.13 The Council Parks Team support the proposed upgrades.

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

6.14.1 Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.15 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.

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

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.15 The proposals in this report are unlikely to contribute significantly to adaptation to the impacts of climate change or emissions reductions. However, providing designated bus layover areas will enhance public transport reliability and encourage more people to use public transport.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 Once recommendation approved, staff will engage with contractors to proceed with construction.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Attachment A: Bus layover for bus route 7	25/328993	74
b ⇩	Attachment B: Submission for bus layover for route 7 - Full version	25/348310	75

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

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author

Mansour Johari - Passenger Transport Engineer

Approved By

Gemma Dioni - Acting Team Leader Traffic Operations/Principal Advisor

Stephen Wright - Manager Operations (Transport)

10. Orion Easement over Upper Riccarton War Memorial Park - 372 Riccarton Road
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/947835
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Barry Woodland, Property Consultant, barry.woodland@ccc.govt.nz; Angus Smith, Manager Property Consultancy, angus.smith@ccc.govt.nz
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 to seek the Community Board’s approval to relocate Orion’s existing Link Box and connecting cables at 372 Riccarton Road to an alternative, adjacent, location on the property together with the grant of an easement in gross in favour of Orion over the relocated electrical infrastructure.

1.2 The report is staff generated to facilitate a request by Council staff to Orion to relocate its existing electrical infrastructure and a corresponding request from Orion for Council to grant an easement over their relocated infrastructure.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Orion Easement over Upper Riccarton War Memorial Park - 372 Riccarton Road 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 relocation of the Link Box and connecting cables to the new position illustrated in Figure 3 at 4.6 and as shown on Attachment A (Easement Plan) and Attachment B (Landscape Plan) to the report on the meeting agenda.

4. Approves the grant of an easement in favour of Orion New Zealand Limited to convey electricity and install a Link Box at 372 Riccarton Road described as Reserve 4620 and held in Record of Title CB327/121.

5. Notes that (4) will be subject to the consent of the Minister of Conservation pursuant to Section 48(1) of the Reserves Act 1977. In this regard endorses the Chief Executive, acting under delegation from the Council, to exercise the Minister of Conservation’s consent to the easement, as delegated to the Council from the Minister under the Instrument of Delegation for Territorial Authorities dated 12 June 2013.

6. Delegates authority to the Manager Property Consultancy to do all things necessary and make any decisions at his sole discretion that are consistent with the intent of this report to implement the resolutions above including but not limited to concluding and signing all documentation in relation to (4) above.

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 Following the recent demolition of the Upper Riccarton War Memorial Library at 372 Riccarton Road the existing Orion Link Box (which is located within the property boundary of 372 Riccarton Road) now presents an obstruction to, and impacts the safety of, the public footpath and compromises access to the former library site.

3.2 To mitigate the issue the proposal is to relocate the Link Box and connecting cables a metre or so to a more concealed location within the property.

3.3 The current Link Box is not protected by way of an easement. Orion has sought approval from the Council to grant an easement over the relocated Link Box and connecting cables.

3.4 The now vacant land at 372 Riccarton Road is to be developed as Upper Riccarton War Memorial Park by the Parks Team (as asset owner) who support the proposed location of the Link Box and grant of an easement to Orion.

3.5 Following a public consultation process a landscape plan for Upper Riccarton War Memorial Park was approved by the Board at its meeting on 12 December 2024 (HHRB/2024/00112).

3.6 With approval from the Board and Chief Executive an Easement Agreement will be entered into with Orion. Following relocation of the Link Box and connecting cables the easement will be registered and noted on the property title.

3.7 The decision to grant easements to Orion over Council land is standard practice for the Council providing no conflicting issues exist.

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

4.1 The Council administers the land at 372 Riccarton Road as a Crown derived reserve subject to the Reserves Act 1977. Until recently it was the site of the Upper Riccarton War Memorial Library.

4.2 Prior to the recent demolition of the library building the existing Orion Link Box was located adjacent to the frontage of the building (refer Figure 1 below) on what was assumed to be road reserve / public footpath (easements are not required for services / utilities situated within road reserve).

4.3 Post-demolition the Link Box now occupies an isolated position within the footpath (refer Figure 2).

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Figure 1

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Figure 2

4.4 Survey investigation has revealed that several of the building frontages within this section of Riccarton Road are set-back around 1.5 metres from their actual property boundary line. The dotted black line in Figure 2 broadly indicates the property boundary line for 372 Riccarton Road.

4.5 Figure 3 below illustrates this further. The property boundary in this section of Riccarton Road is shown blue while the building line for the former library and the two adjacent buildings (Ray White and the former Spagalimi’s) is shown green. As such the existing Link Box (coloured orange) is situated within the property boundary of 372 Riccarton Road and obstructs the footpath creating a potential safety issue for pedestrians and compromises access to the memorial park site.

4.6 It is proposed that the Link Box is moved back a metre or so and rotated 90 degrees to sit parallel to the side elevation of the Ray White building (shown pink in Figure 3 and, indicatively, as a black box in Figure 4 below).

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4.7 As is their current practice for infrastructure located on private land, Orion has requested that the Council grant an easement over the proposed new Link Box location and connecting cables.

4.8 The proposed position of the relocated Link Box infrastructure is illustrated on the Easement Plan appended as Attachment A (coloured yellow) and the Landscape Plan appended as Attachment B (coloured pink).

4.9 The land (372 Riccarton Road) is contained within Record of Title CB327/121. It is described as Reserve 4620 and is held in Trust for the purpose of Municipal Buildings. It is subject to the provisions of the Reserves Act 1977 and a Part 9 Ngai Tahu Claims Settlement Act 1998.

4.10 The easement area required is 6m2 (subject to survey) and will incur minimal impact on the reserve and its users and will have the effect of improving a currently compromised mid-footpath location.

4.11 Registration of the easement in favour of Orion will create a property interest on the title which exists in perpetuity until surrendered by the easement holder. This is a common and low risk process.

4.12 The installation of electrical kiosks / cables / transformers on Council reserves / parks is a common arrangement throughout the city. In this instance the Council’s Parks Unit staff see no inconsistencies and support the granting of the easement noting that it will not impact the pending plans to develop the site as a memorial park.

4.13 Typically, the easement Grantee is required to pay the Grantor a one-off compensation sum. However, in this instance, as the Link Box already exists (albeit in a different location) and provides power to the site (as well as the wider Riccarton network), no compensation will be charged to Orion. The easement is recommended to be granted on otherwise standard conditions.

4.14 Section 48 of the Reserves Act 1977 provides that it is not necessary to seek the community’s views or consult over the proposal where the reserve is not being materially altered or permanently damaged. In this specific case the like-for-like, and localised, relocation of an existing Link Box and its associated cabling will have the beneficial effect of removing an existing obstruction to the public and use of the property. As such the process to grant an easement to Orion will not affect the public’s right or ability to access the reserve while the continued provision of power to the site will enhance the public’s enjoyment of the reserve once developed further as a memorial park.

4.15 Staff recommend that the Community Board exercise its delegation to approve the granting of an easement in favour of Orion subject to the Council’s Chief Executive in turn exercising the Minister of Conservation’s consent to the easement.

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

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

· Approve the relocation of the Link Box and cabling and the grant of an easement to Orion (Preferred Option).

· Do nothing – do not approve Orion’s request to relocate the Link Box and associated cabling.

4.17 The following options were considered but ruled out:

· Approve the relocation of the Link Box and cabling (as per the Preferred Option) but deny Orion’s request for the grant of an easement - it is common practice for Orion to seek easements to protect its infrastructure over private land and for the Council to grant its approval where no conflicting matters exist.

· Relocate the Link Box and cabling to the edge of the footpath adjacent to Riccarton Road - discounted by Orion given the proliferation of existing underground traffic light, utilities and services located above and below the footpath in this location.

· Relocate the Link Box to the front elevation of the adjacent Ray White building – discounted by the building owner (this option would also have required an easement to be granted in favour of Orion as the infrastructure would be situated on private land as the frontage of the Ray White building is set-back from the actual property boundary).

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

4.18 Preferred Option: approve the relocation of the Link Box and cabling and the grant of an easement to Orion.

4.18.1 Option Description: the existing Link Box and cabling is relocated as per the easement plan appended as Attachment A and an easement registered in favour of Orion.

4.18.2 Option Advantages

· Staff recommend this option as the Link Box provides power to the site and vital capacity to the wider Orion network in the Riccarton area.

· The relocation of Orion’s infrastructure will remove an existing physical obstruction and improve access to the Council’s reserve.

· Orion’s infrastructure will be protected and recorded on the property title.

4.18.3 Option Disadvantages

· Creates a permanent property right for Orion over the reserve.

4.19 Do nothing – do not approve Orion’s request to relocate the Link Box and associated cabling.

4.19.1 Option Description: the Link Box remains in its existing location.

4.19.2 Option Advantages

· There are no practical advantages with this option.

4.19.3 Option Disadvantages

· The Link Box would remain in its current isolated position obstructing public access and creating a potential safety hazard.

· It would likely create an adversarial issue with Orion.

Analysis Criteria Ngā Paearu Wetekina

4.20 The decision in this report is relatively simple – to approve the relocation of Orion’s existing infrastructure and grant an easement, or not. As such detailed analysis over and above that which is outlined in the consideration of options above was not deemed necessary.

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option	Option 2 – Do nothing
Cost to Implement	1.Link Box relocation: demolition of the library building has inadvertently precipitated the need to relocate the Link Box. Council will be responsible for those costs – estimated $15,850 plus GST. 2.Easement Costs: survey, legal and registration costs – estimated $10,000 plus GST.	Nil
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	Nil – Orion’s cost.	Nil
Funding Source	1.Comunity Facilities Unit. CMPS# 65433 2.Parks Unit.	N/A
Funding Availability	1.Operational Budget. 2.Operational Budget.	N/A
Impact on Rates	Nominal.	N/A

5.1 With regard to Option 2 there is potential reputational risk for the Council arising from not approving the relocation of the Link Box both in terms of the Council’s relationship with Orion and possible public perception associated with the Council failing to remove a potentially hazardous obstruction from the footpath.

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 There are no risks associated with this Council decision. The relocation of the Orion infrastructure will be managed under a business-as-usual approach by Orion with contractors notifying the Council as and when access to the property is required.

6.2 As an aside, and with regard to the development of the site as a memorial park, Parks Unit staff are intending to tender the landscaping works in March 2025 with a view to commencing construction in or around April 2025. To enable the Orion works to be undertaken at the same time requires the Council to secure a signed easement agreement with / from Orion prior to construction commencing.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

6.3.1 The Community Board holds a delegation to grant easements over Council owned land governed under the Reserves Act 1977.

6.3.2 The Board also has the mandate to signal support for the Chief Executive to exercise the delegation on behalf of the Minister of Conservation, being the granting of a new easement over reserve land in accordance with section 48 (1)(d) of the Reserves Act 1977.

6.4 Other Legal Implications:

6.4.1 Aside from the standard easement processing, there is no legal context, issue or implication relevant to this decision.

Strategy and Policy Considerations Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.5 The required decisions:

6.5.1 Align with the Christchurch City Council’s Strategic Framework. Although these decisions are not covered by a specific priority there is an element of collaboration with Orion to build our role as a leading New Zealand city and facilitating safety for reserve users.

6.5.2 Are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by acknowledging that the existing Link Box and connecting cabling has been located within the property boundary for many years and is only being moved a metre or so for improved access and safety reasons. As the relocation of the Link Box mirrors what already exists on the reserve it is considered that the reserve will not be materially altered or permanently damaged, and the rights of the public in respect of the reserve are unlikely to be permanently affected, beyond that which already exists. Public notification is not required under the Reserves Act 1977.

6.5.3 Is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies. Although there is no policy regarding granting easements over reserves to an external organisation it is common practice if alternative solutions have been investigated and are not practicable.

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

6.7 Parks, Heritage and Coastal Environment

6.7.1 Activity: Parks and Foreshore

· Level of Service: 6.8.10.1 Appropriate use and occupation of parks is facilitated - Processing of the application is started within ten working days of receiving application – 95%

6.8 Strategic Planning and Policy

6.8.1 Activity: City Growth and Property

· Level of Service: 13.4.10 Acquisition of property right projects, (e.g., easements, leases, and purchases) is delivered to agreed timeframes - At least 90% projects delivered to agreed timeframes per annum

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

6.9 The decisions in this report are operational in nature and do not directly impact any specific groups or individuals.

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

6.10.1 Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board.

6.11 The Community Board view is unknown at the time of writing this report.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.12 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.

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

6.14 With regard to Ngai Tahu’s First Right of Refusal (RFR) notation, Ngai Tahu’s RFR Manager has “had confirmation from Runanga that the grant of easement to Orion does not represent an issue as it effectively acknowledges an existing property right which has existed over the reserve for a significant number of years. As such, I confirm the same’.

6.15 The RFR Manager has requested a copy of the title following registration of the easement.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.15 The proposals in this report are unlikely to contribute significantly to adaptation to the impacts of climate change or emissions reductions.

6.16 The proposal provides for the relocation and installation of like-for-like existing Orion infrastructure on Council administered land.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 The Community Board receive this report and resolve to approve the Officer Recommendations.

7.2 Prepare the documentation to enable the relocation works to occur and allow for registration of the easement upon the title.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Easement Plan	24/1038270	85
b ⇩	Landscape Plan	25/77985	86

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

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author

Barry Woodland - Property Consultant

Approved By

Angus Smith - Manager Property Consultancy

Kelly Hansen - Manager Parks Planning & Asset Management

Rupert Bool - Acting Head of Parks

11. Quarry View Park - New Play Space and Tree Planting
Reference Te Tohutoro:	25/66290
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Jo Grigg, Senior Project Manager Parks Jason Tickner, Parks and Recreation Planner Toby Chapman, Manager Urban Forest
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 approve the landscape plan for the new play space and tree planting at Quarry View Park.

1.2 The Christchurch Urban Forest Plan has a focus on increasing the size of the urban forest across the city. These plans are part of the implementation of the Plan to increase the canopy cover across the city through tree planting within parks.

1.3 All plans have been out for consultation and staff have used this feedback to make alterations as appropriate.

1.4 The report is staff generated due to urban development in this area triggering the requirement for a new play space to meet the needs of the community and play network guidelines under the Councils Infrastructure Design Standards.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Quarry View Park - New Play Space and Tree Planting 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 landscape plan for the play space and tree planting at Quarry View Park (Lot 36 DP 452601, Record of Title: 578845) in accordance with the concept plan attached to the report on the meeting agenda (Attachment A).

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 Quarry View Park is a community park located on the corner of Provincial Road and Muirhill Street in Halswell (Lot 36 DP 452601, Record of Title: 578845).

3.2 Community engagement was recently undertaken on the proposed new play space and tree planting at Quarry View Park.

3.3 There was general support of the proposed plan for the play space from the community, with 27 out of 35 (77.1%) submitters supporting the plan and 6 not supporting the plan and 2 were unsure.

3.4 There was general support for the additional tree planting from the community with 10 out of 12 respondents to the question (83.3%) supporting the plan and 2 not supporting the plan.

3.5 A large number of the submitters raised concerns about the number of trees and the impact this would have on the space, staff have taken this on board and made some adjustments to the plan.

3.6 Providing the landscape plan is approved, the project will proceed to detailed design and construction of the play space and planting of the trees.

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

4.1 The park is in an area of recent subdivision and requires a new fit for purpose play space to meet the needs of the community. We generally aim for most residents to have access to a play space within 500m of their home. Mapping shows that there is a gap in the play space network in this area of Halswell.

4.2 The project team undertook pre-engagement with the community in 2023 to find out what type of equipment they were keen to see in their new play space. Based on the feedback received, we developed a proposed landscape plan.

4.3 Further engagement was undertaken to present the proposed development plan which was generally supported by the community. Additional changes have been made to the plan to accommodate items raised in the engagement that can fall within the budget constraints.

4.4 The proposed equipment offers diversity from neighbouring play spaces.

4.5 The reserve does not have sufficient space for facilities such as ½ basketball courts, flying foxes and skate features due to not having suitable separation from neighbouring residents while still providing the large open space for recreation use.

4.6 The original tree planting plan included 20 new trees with 11 of these being small, 8 medium and 1 Very large. Based on feedback, staff have proposed altering the plan to have 18 trees and adjusting the size and placement of three of the remaining trees.

4.7

The image below provides details of the proposed changes:

4.8 The following related information session/workshops have taken place for the members of the meeting:

Date	Subject
28/11/2024	Information Session Quarry View Park New Play Space (TRIM 24/2008799)

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

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

4.9.1 Approve the landscape plan for the new play space and tree planting at Quarry View Park (Refer Attachment A).

4.9.2 Do not approve the landscape plan for the new play space and tree planting at Quarry View Park and request staff to consider alternative designs and re-consult with the community.

4.10 The following options were considered but ruled out:

4.10.1 Do nothing – due to community expectations and demand to meet the play provision.

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

4.11 Preferred Option: Approve the landscape plan for the new play space and tree planting at Quarry View Park.

4.11.1 Option Description: to construct the new play space and plant trees as shown in Attachment A. The proposed equipment consists of the following items:

· Climbing Structure – the ‘rock hut’ with climbing opportunities/risk-based play for school aged children and hut/imagination type play for younger age groups.

· A traditional see-saw in timber that is suitable for a wide range of ages and encourages teamwork.

· A double bay swing set – this swing set includes one toddler swing, one strap swing and a basket swing.

· Bucket Spinner – all age spinning play element

· Nature plays elements (balancing logs etc) through the landscaping space.

· The landscape plan includes one accessible picnic table and a permanent umbrella to provide shade over the seating area.

· Fencing and landscaping is proposed to separate the main play space and the road

· The plan includes the planting of 18 new trees to provide shade as well as low level planting around the play space. Tree selection has allowed for species that can be climbed to provide an additional play element.

· Space has been kept for the community to continue to play ball sports in the open area.

· Accessibility into the place space has been accommodated through including an asphalt foot path. Play items like the bucket spinner have been located nearer to the entrance points of the play space.

4.11.2 Option Advantages

· Provision of play equipment that provides a wide range of play value and developmental benefits to the user and meets the current NZS 5828:2016 Playground Equipment and Surfacing Standards.

· Play equipment will be accessible to a wide range of users.

· Including additional activities for those that are under five, as requested through consultation, including see-saw and bucket spinner.

· A change in shade item to allow budget for additional play items.

· Maximises play value on a tight budget, while also providing a point of difference from neighbouring playgrounds

4.11.3 Option Disadvantages

· There will be an initial capital outlay and ongoing maintenance costs as is the case with any play space.

· No slide feature provided, and playground not completely fenced

4.12 Other Option: Do not approve the landscape plan for the new play space and tree planting at Quarry View Park and request staff to consider alternative designs and re-consult with the community.

4.12.1 Option Description: The landscape plan for the play space is not approved and the Community Board request staff to consider alternative play space design for Quarry View Park and re-consult with the community.

4.12.2 Option Advantages

· The community has the opportunity to further consider alternative play space design.

4.12.3 Option Disadvantages

· Delay in construction timeframes resulting in potential for price increases.

· Unlikely to reach a design solution that gains %100 support and any changes are likely to require additional budget

Analysis Criteria Ngā Paearu Wetekina

4.13 The options were analysed on their cost and community feedback and preferences.

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option – Approve the landscape plan	Option 2– Alternative designs and re-consult with the community
Cost to Implement	Play Space Estimate. $145,000 plus Project Management $11,000 tree planting.	Unknown until a new landscape plan is developed.
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	Est. $2,000 per annum (play space safety inspections and general maintenance)	Unknown until a new landscape plan is developed.
Funding Source	CPMS 67319 Quarry View Park – New Play Space. CAPEX Budget $165,000 (FY23-25) Tree planting – Urban Forest Tree Planting Programme	CPMS 67319 Quarry View Park – New Play Space. CAPEX Budget $165,000 (FY23-25) Tree planting – Urban Forest Tree Planting Programme
Funding Availability	Yes	N/A
Impact on Rates	Funding included in LTP – no change in rates	Unknown until a new landscape plan is developed.

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 There is a low risk of increase in costs of play equipment caused through the time delay from estimates at the start of the concept design phase until gaining concept plan approval and placing orders. The mitigation of this risk is to confirm estimates and obtain a final quote as soon as the plan has been approved by the Community Board.

6.2 A risk to this project is the availability of trees and the ability to plant the trees before the end of the planting season.

6.3 If trees are not available or planting is not able to be completed, these parks will be completed during the next planting season.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

6.4.1 As per the Christchurch City Council’s Delegation Register, 20^th February 2025, the Community Board has the delegation to;

· Approve and adopt any new landscape development plans for parks and reserves provided the design is within the policy and budget set by the Council.

· Approve the location of, and construction of, or alteration or addition to, any structure or area on parks and reserves provided the matter is within the policy and budget set by the Council. (Part D – Sub Park 1 – Community Boards – Pg 96).

· Plant trees within a park.

6.5 Other Legal Implications:

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

Strategy and Policy Considerations Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.6 The required decisions:

6.6.1 Align with the Christchurch City Council’s Strategic Framework. Community Outcome – A collaborative confident city. Our residents have the opportunity to actively participate in community and city life, have a strong sense of belonging and identity, and feel safe.

6.6.2 The project is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by the localised area of the project, and number of people affected by the recommended decision.

6.6.3 Is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

· Public Open Space Strategy 2010-2040

· Parks and Waterways Access Policy 2002

· Physical Recreation and Sports Strategy 2002

· CCC Infrastructure Design Standards 2022

6.7 This planting plan is in alignment with the City’s Urban Forest Plan, in particular the following objectives:

· Objective 1.1: Grow our urban forest and achieve and maintain canopy cover targets;

· Objective 1.2: Distribute canopy cover equitably, with no ward having less than 15% total canopy cover;

· Objective 2.4: Increase the visibility of native tree species and create ecological corridors; and;

· Objective 2.5: Select and design planting sites to enable a tree to reach maturity and minimise conflicts with the surrounding area.

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

6.9 Parks, Heritage and Coastal Environment

6.9.1 Activity: Parks and Foreshore

· Level of Service: 6.8.5 Resident satisfaction with the overall availability of recreation facilities within the City’s parks and foreshore network - >= 70%

· Level of Service: 6.8.2.1 Increasing tree canopy in Parks - A net increase in total number of trees is achieved (1:2 replacement policy), with a minimum of 50% of the trees being medium to very large species.

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

Play Space Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

6.10 Early engagement with stakeholders started on 3 April and ran until 1 May 2023. A letter was sent to 137 properties around the playground and emails were sent to residents’ associations, local community groups and Halswell School.

6.11 163 responses were received from the public. Submitters told us that the most prominent age groups in the area were 1 – 4-year-olds (110 responses) and 5 – 9 year-olds (140), they preferred climbing (146), swinging (135) and sliding equipment (134), and preferred wooden style equipment (100) over metal equipment (63). This feedback was used to develop the play space concept plan.

6.12 Consultation on the proposed concept plan started on 17 December 2024 and ran until 14 January 2025.

6.13 Consultation details including links to the project information shared on the Kōrero mai | Let’s Talk webpage were advertised via:

6.13.1 An email was sent to 54 key stakeholders, including Halswell School.

6.13.2 Engagement posts were included on the following community Facebook pages: Halswell Community Group, and Halswell/Westlake/Wigram/Aidanfield/Kennedys Bush Community Group. These received 20 reactions and 9 comments.

6.13.3 Physical signs installed in the proposed play space location.

6.13.4 Consultation documents delivered to 30 properties nearby the park on 17 December 2024.

6.14 The Kōrero mai | Let’s Talk play space landing page had 27 views throughout the consultation period, and the Quarry View Park play space page had 370 views.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

6.15 Submissions were made by 35 individuals. All submissions are available in Attachment B.

6.16 Submitters were asked whether they supported the plan, their preference of fencing from two options, and whether they would like shaded seating kept in the plan, or have this removed for a small piece of play equipment.

6.16.1 The majority of submitters support the plan (77.1%, 27).

6.16.2 The majority of submitters prefer wooden fencing (28, 82.35%) as opposed to metal fencing (6, 17.65%). Two submitters with a preference for metal fencing noted their support of this style due to safety reasons.

6.16.3 The majority of submitters (20, 58.8%) prefer to swap the shaded seating for a small piece of play equipment, as opposed to (14, 41.2%) wanting to keep the shaded seating.

6.17 Submitters disliked the following elements of the plan:

· Hazards related to the road (5)

· Play space placement (3)

6.18 Submitters made the following requests for the project:

· Additional play space equipment, including slide (9), trampoline pad (4), and a basketball hoop (4)

· Request for the grass area to be kept for its current use (5)

· Request for more activities / equipment for young children (4)

· Requests for more play equipment (3)

Supplementary information

6.19 A quick poll was conducted on the Let’s Talk webpage to reduce barriers to participate. In total the plan received;

· ten 5-star ratings, two 2-star ratings, and one each for 4, 3 and 1-star ratings.

Tree Plan Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

6.20 Consultation started on 17 December 2024 and ran until 14 January 2025.

6.21 Consultation details including links to the project information shared on the Kōrero mai | Let’s Talk webpage were advertised via:

· An email was sent to 54 key stakeholders, including Halswell School.

· The consultation was posted on the following community pages: Halswell Community Group, and Halswell/Westlake/Wigram/Aidanfield/Kennedys Bush Community Group.

· Flyers were delivered to 30 properties neighbouring the park to notify them about the consultation. Signage was installed in the park with a QR code to the consultation webpage.

6.22 The Kōrero mai | Let’s Talk webpage for the tree planting plans had 219 views throughout the consultation period, and the Quarry View Park tree planting plan page had 171 views.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

6.23 Submissions were made by 15 individuals. A full table of submission feedback is available in Attachment C.

6.24 Submitters were asked how important it was to them to increase the number of trees in the park, what factors should be considered in the plan, how they felt about the overall plan, and the level to which they would be impacted.

6.25 Of the 12 submitters who gave a rating 10 (83.3%) support or strongly support the plan, as shown in Figure 1.

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Of the 13 submitters who gave a rating, more than half (10, 76.9%) feel it is important or very important to plant more trees in Quarry View Park, as seen in Figure 2.

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Submitters were asked to rate how important various aspects were to them when increasing the tree cover in this park. As shown in Figure 3, the top 3 aspects were providing enough shade, climbable trees / trees to play in, and attracting birds and insects.

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Figure 3

Submitters were asked how concerned they were about various aspects when increasing the tree cover in this park. As shown in Figure 4, the biggest concern to submitters was loss of open spaces.

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Figure 4

Submitters when asked if they had any further information they would like to share, most often raised concern that too many new trees were being proposed (five submitters) and concern about the impact of the trees on the space and recreational activities (three submitters).

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

6.26.1 Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board.

Changes Following Consultation

6.27 The following changes have been made to the concept plan for Quarry View Park following consultation.

6.27.1 The shade shelter has been changed to an umbrella to free up budget for additional play items

6.27.2 A bucket spinner and see-saw have been included in response to feedback for equipment suitable for ages 5 and under.

6.27.3 Nature play on the edges of the play space has been reduced to free up budget for additional play items.

6.27.4 The majority of submitters supported fence style A – wooden railing fence, so this has been included in the concept plan.

6.27.5 Two trees have been removed and two trees reduced in size in response to feedback.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.28 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.

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

6.30 Mana Whenua values, as expressed in the Mahaanui Iwi Management Plan, have been incorporated into the Urban Forest Plan. These planting plans are part of the implementation of this plan.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.31 The decisions in this report are likely to:

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

6.31.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.32 The plan will result in an increase in canopy cover across the city. The carbon sequestration from these trees will have a positive impact on the Councils emissions reduction.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 Using the feedback from the members of the public, tree species will be allocated to the locations within the planting plan.

7.2 Trees will be ordered from the Christchurch City Council nursery and planting will commence during planting season 2025. Where possible, public will be advised when we will be planting in case they would like to assist.

7.3 Subject to the approval of the Quarry View Park Play Space Landscape Plan by the Community Board, detailed design and tendering of the project will begin. Construction is expected to begin in June/July 2025, and if possible, will be completed by early October 2025.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Quarry View Park New Play Space and Tree Planting - Concept Landscape Plan	25/469030	98
b ⇩	Quarry View Park Play Space - Submission Table	25/376341	100
c ⇩	Quarry View Park Tree Planting - Submission Table	25/376343	105

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

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Jo Grigg - Senior Project Manager

Jason Tickner - Parks & Recreation Planner

Approved By

Rupert Bool - Acting Head of Parks

13. Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton - Better-Off Fund Application for Consideration - Community Development Network Trust
Reference Te Tohutoro:	25/380096
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Marie Byrne, Community Development Adviser
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 an application for funding from its Better-Off Fund as listed below.

Funding Request Number	Organisation	Project Name	Amount Requested	Amount Recommended
00067806	Community Development Network Trust	Mobile Youth Centre	$119,500	119,500

1.2 There is currently a balance of $119,500 remaining in the fund that was set aside by the Board at its meeting on 9 May 2024.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton - Better-Off Fund Application for Consideration - Community Development Network Trust 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 $119,500 from its Better-Off Fund to Community Development Network Trust towards the Mobile Youth Centre.

3. Key Points Ngā Take Matua

Strategic Alignment Te Rautaki Tīaroaro

3.1 The recommendations above are aligned to the Council's Strategic Framework and in particular the strategic priorities of a Collaborative and Confident City and A Cultural Powerhouse City. The projects also align with the Te Haumako Te Whitingia Strengthening Communities Together Strategy.

3.2 The purpose of the fund is to partner with organisations and groups to support local initiatives, projects, and activities through additional Community Board funding, including a focus on supporting local action to increase climate resilience.

3.3 Projects will improve well-being by building social capital, encouraging participation, increase accessibility and connectedness – generating opportunities for youth, and diverse communities and increasing local pride.

3.4 When considering allocation of funds, priority will be given to projects/initiatives that contribute towards the following outcomes:

· Increasing the tree canopy across the city and our regional parks

· Enhancing biodiversity

· Safer neighbourhoods

· Repairing infrastructure and facilities

· Responding to climate change through adaptation planning

· Encouraging active travel

3.5 Projects should also show a strong alignment to the Council's Te Haumako Te Whitingia Strengthening Communities Together Strategy.

3.6 Priority will also be given to projects that directly contribute towards achieving Community Board Plan priorities.

Decision Making Authority Te Mana Whakatau

3.7 The Community Board has the delegated authority to determine the allocation of the Better-Off Fund for each community.

3.7.1 Allocations must be consistent with any policies, standards or criteria adopted by the Council.

3.7.2 The Fund does not cover:

· Legal challenges or Environment Court challenges against the Council, Council Controlled Organisations, or Community Board decisions.

· Projects or initiatives that change the scope of a Council project or that will 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

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

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

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

Discussion Kōrerorero

3.11 At the time of writing, the balance of the Better-Off Fund is as below.

Total Budget 2023/25	Granted To Date	Available for allocation	Balance If Staff Recommendation adopted
$500,000	$380,500	$119,500	$0

3.12 At its meeting on 9 May 2024, the Board considered, 11 projects for funding under the Board's Better Off Fund. While all of the projects were approved by the Board, the project for the Mobile Youth Centre, to be delivered collaboratively by Community Development Network (CDN) Trust and Riccarton Community Church Trust was approved subject to the submission and approval of a sustainable business plan. $119,500 was set aside for this project.

3.13 A plan has been submitted and approved by the Manager, Community Governance, Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton as meeting this requirement.

3.14 In the plan, CDN Trust has set out;

· Project Objectives

· Evidence of need

· Council and Community Board strategic alignment

· Project Scope

· Stakeholders

· Financial Plan (including budget and projections)

· Risk Analysis

· Implementation Plan

· Evaluation Plan

· Winding Up/Disposal (if applicable)

3.15 Based on the current Better-Off Fund criteria, the above application is eligible for funding. Furthermore, staff consider that CDN Trust and Riccarton Community Church Trust have the necessary skills, experience and capability to deliver this project. Both organisations have a strong funding history in terms of accountability for well-delivered projects.

3.16 While the application is in the name of Community Development Network Trust, this project is to be co-delivered by the two organisations. Both organisations work closely together and have the same base in Elizabeth Street, Riccarton. As part of the project planning, an internal agreement between the two organisations has been set up for the delivery of the project.

3.17 Council staff will monitor the implementation of the project and provide updates to the Board through the Area Reporting process.

3.18 The attached Project Brief which was provided to the Board on 9 May 2024, set out detailed information for the application. This included organisational details, project details, financial information, and a staff assessment.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Project Brief: Mobile Youth Centre (MYC)	24/645822	120

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author	Marie Byrne - Community Development Advisor
Approved By	Bailey Peterson - Manager Community Governance, Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton

14. Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Area Report - March 2025
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/2191346
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Bailey Peterson, 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 - March 2025.

3. Community Support, Governance and Partnership Activity

3.1 Community Governance Projects

Activity	Detail	Timeline	Strategic Alignment
Summer with your neighbours	Summer with your neighbours is about bringing people closer together and celebrating the unique and diverse mix of each neighbourhood. Summer with your neighbours events are currently underway, with events to be held before 30 April 2025.	Ongoing	Strengthening Communities Together Strategy
Halswell Youth (Better-Off Fund)	The Halswell Youth Project successfully got underway on Friday 14 February, with 40 young people and some parents attending. The event featured a free BBQ and a range of games, both indoors and outdoors, creating a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Attendees shared their thoughts on what they would like to see happen in the youth space over the next year. Based on this valuable input, and support from Council the youth workers are now in the process of designing a six month programme that reflects the needs and aspirations of the community.	Ongoing	Board Priority Community Outcome
Walking Festival	The upcoming Christchurch Walking Festival 2025, scheduled from April 12 to April 27, 2025. This year's festival features a diverse lineup of over 40 walks, catering to all fitness levels and interests. Festival highlights include the classic favourites such as the Gruffalo Walk and the ANZAC Memorial Walk offering engaging experiences for families and history enthusiasts alike. This year we also have some exciting new additions including the Sister City Stroll, celebrating our international relationships, and Oma Oma – Walk for Mental Health, focusing on well-being and community support. The festival aims to encourage residents to Hōpara explore our beautiful city, Ako Learn something new, promote physical activity, and Hono strengthen community connections. Whether you're new to walking or an experienced walker, there's something for everyone to enjoy. This year, the festival is being promoted exclusively through the What's On Christchurch platform. This approach proved highly effective during the Christchurch Heritage Festival 2024, which successfully hosted over 70 events across the region. We warmly invite you to participate in the walks and encourage you to share this information within your communities. Your support is invaluable in making this festival a success.	27 April 2025	Strengthening Communities Together Strategy
Community Pride Garden Awards 2025	Judging for the Community Pride Garden Awards 2025 has now been completed. Staff are currently organising an award ceremony and will invite recipients when a date has been confirmed.	Ongoing	Strengthening Communities Together Strategy
Youth Service and Community Service Awards 2025	Nominations for the Community Service and Youth Service Awards 2025 are open from 7 March and close on 6 April 2025. More information is available at www.ccc.govt.nz/csa	Ongoing	Strengthening Communities Together Strategy
Oakhampton Mural	The Parks unit recently installed a vibrant mural at Oakhampton Park. The Project was a partnership with South Hornby School. The mural which was completed by the students celebrates the school's cultural diversity and its connection to the community. The artwork acknowledges Oakhampton Park as their local green space, reinforcing the bond between students and their environment.	18/2/2025	Strengthening Communities Together Strategy

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 February 2025 (refer Attachment A).

3.2.2 Funding Accountability Report

The Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton funding accountability report for the 2023-2024 Strengthening Communities Fund is attached (refer Attachment B).

3.2.3 Youth Development Fund

Under authority delegated by the Community Board the following allocations were made in late January and February 2025:

· $500 to Ocean Simard towards participating in the Under 24 Ultimate Frisbee World Championships 2025 in Logroño, Spain.

· $350 to Ilaisa Tangikina Veaila towards attending the Secondary School Volleyball Nationals being held in Palmerston North.

· $1,500 to Hillmorton High School for Halswell students, Hunter Hoosen, Lucca Taiulu, Madison McKenzie, Maia Hodgman, Luke McIntosh, Keisha Byrne, Riley Annan, Yasin van Staden, Logan Hargove and Patrick Sitar to participate in a Japanese cultural exchange in April 2025.

· $750 to St Thomas of Canterbury College students living in the Community Board area; Cairo Horgan, Andre Simpson, Harry Gallagher, Sam McGuigan and Luca Damiani towards attending the Maadi Cup Regatta at Lake Karapiro, Waikato.

3.2.4 Summer with your neighbours

Under authority delegated to the Community Governance Manager the following allocations were made between in late January and February 2025:

· $125 to Jeanette Phillips - Steadman Road Area Residents’ Group, for a Community BBQ at Rosella Reserve.

· $200 to Cheryl Beloe for a Community afternoon at Oakhampton Reserve.

· $125 to Subhojit Sarkar - Bangaliana Christchurch, for a Bengali New Year Celebration on Oriana Crescent.

There is currently $400 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

A group of neighbours standing inside around a table with food.

Okuku Place neighbours were able to get together in January 2025 and build connections with new residents to the area.

Neighbours in the Bunz and Welsh Roads area enjoyed a pleasant afternoon gathering. Attendees were able to enjoy music, food to share, face painting for the children, and great conversations.

3.2.5 Discretionary Response Funding

At its meeting on 15 August 2024 the Board approved a grant of $2,000 from its 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund to Awatea Athletics Incorporated towards its Volunteer and Coach Support project and at its meeting on 12 December 2024 approved a further grant of $7,000 from its 2024-25 Discretionary Response Fund to Awatea Athletics.

The Club has expressed its appreciation for the grants and advised that it now has the largest cohort of young athletes in Christchurch (5-14yrs) See Attachment C.

Some of the club’s successes so far include:

· 344 Registered Athletes (Grown from 175 in the 23/24 Season)

· 125 Active Volunteers (Grown from 60 in the 23/24 Season)

· 8 Contracted Event Coaches

· 110 Athletes Competing at Interclub competitions (Grown from 50 in the 23/24 Season)

· 94 Athletes Competed in the South Island Colgate Games (Grown from 9 in 23/24 Season)

· 90+ Athletes 10-15yrs attending our Academy (60 in the 23/24 Season)

· 3 Canterbury & 1 NZ Age grade record set

Awatea Athletics’ values include making the sport accessible, so the club endeavours to keep fees as low as possible.

3.2.6 Better-Off Funding - Lions Club of Halswell District Inc

Gary Watson, presented on behalf of the Lions Club of Halswell District Inc (Halswell Lions) at the Board’s 13 February 2025 meeting regarding a Better-Off Fund grant Halswell Lions received for its gazebo replacement project.

The Halswell Lions have been operating for over 15 years and have a range of successful community events. They regularly fundraise all around Christchurch to support different causes.

This project funding has enabled Halswell Lions to purchase two new gazebos, including side walls and sandbags. The club can continue to run community events in all weather, be protected and sun safe.

The club expressed their gratitude of the Board’s support and were able to use one of the gazebos at the popular Christmas Carol event “Carols in the Quarry”.

A person standing beside a blue Halswell Lions Gazebo with yellow writing.

A side view of a blue Halswell Lions Gazebo with yellow writing.

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]

· Philippines Day 2025

Philippines Day, a fun-filled afternoon celebrating Filipino culture was held at Ray Blank Park on Sunday 23 February 2025.

The celebrations were an opportunity for the community to enjoy outdoor games and activities, live music, cultural dances, a traditional and contemporary fashion show and variety of delicious Filipino cuisine.

A group of people sitting in chairs and a stage with a group of people at Philippines Day.

· Halswell Community Patrol

The Halswell Community Patrol have been active over the summer months patrolling both commercial and residential areas, schools, parks and reserves, including Ngā Puna Wai, Halswell Domain and Halswell Quarry Park.

While helping police with specific taskings, the patrol are also available for community reassurance, advice and assistance. The Halswell Community Patrol car is equipped with a defibrillator, safety equipment and a comprehensive First Aid Kit.

If you would like to help out in the Halswell community by doing a four-hour patrol once a month, please email halswell@cpnz.org.nz

A Halswell Community Patrol logo - A blue oval with green leaves and black text

· Puari ki Niho-toto South Express Cycleway

Puari ki Niho-toto South Express Cycleway is currently the longest of Christchurch’s Major Cycle Routes, taking riders 10km between South Hagley Park to Hornby and winds its way through the city’s residential south-west streets.

Along the route there are nine schools, Christchurch’s biggest mall Westfield Riccarton, numerous parks, Riccarton Racecourse, three libraries and a pool.

Further work will see the South Express connect right out to Selwyn.

Travel Demand team staff were at Middleton Park on Saturday 15 February, giving out bike-related freebies, as well as providing education, the brand-new bike map, and quick bike tune-ups.

· Awatea Athletics Incorporated

See 3.2.5 above. Discretionary Response Fund grants to Awatea Athletics Incorporated contribute to the Community Board plan priority to Support initiatives that provide safe recreation spaces and opportunities for youth in Halswell to come together.

· Residents Groups - Plan change 14

Representatives from Residents' Groups in the Community Board area have been meeting regularly in a supportive environment to formulate responses to the Plan Change 14 proposals. These meetings have stemmed from concern amongst the groups to proposed living density changes.

3.3.2 Council Engagement and Consultation.

· Local Alcohol Policy and Annual Plan - Community Workshop

The Board has hosted a community information workshop seeking feedback from the community on the proposed Local Alcohol Policy as well as this year's Annual Plan. It is envisaged that feedback from this workshop will be used to inform the Board's submissions on these respectively.

The Local Alcohol Policy development consultation was open from 17 February 2025 to 9 March 2025.

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

4.1 Creamery Ponds Signage

At its meeting on 15 June 2023 the Board heard a public forum presentation from Halswell Residents’ Association regarding the Creamery Ponds at Halswell. The Association expressed concern that residents accessing the area are fishing and allowing dogs to swim in the contaminated ponds. Following the presentation the Board requested staff advice on the status of the Creamery Ponds and the appropriate level of public accessibility to protect the ecological values of the area and public health including any need for advisory signage of contamination and/or the installation of lockable gates.

Staff have advised that following adjoining residential development, the Creamery Ponds were extended to capture “first-flush” stormwater before entering the main ponds. Through the consenting phase of the project, internal staff including the Council Biodiversity Team looked at how wildlife and people interacted within the site currently and commented on design. The Ponds are an important area for birdlife and additional planting is intended for the area to help create a buffer for the birds.

In common with most stormwater wetlands the Creamery Ponds are open to the public although the access from Sabys Road has gates which are shut with a parks lock. While it was not intended to improve or enhance public access to the site it is not considered there is a need to exclude people from this area. Given the waterbody now captures stormwater and with the potential presence of Cyanobacteria staff recommend that dog owners keep dogs out of water, both for their health and in the best interest of the wildlife. Two types of signs were installed in late 2024 to this effect:

· Caution signs that the water may be toxic to dogs.

· Wildlife education signs that discuss the local birds and asking to keep dogs away from wildlife.

Currently dogs at the Creamery Ponds are required to be “under effective control”. The Dog Control Policy and Bylaw 2016 is currently under review with it being proposed that dogs be prohibited from the Creamery Ponds to better protect wildlife in this area. If these changes are passed, “no dogs” signs will be installed onsite.

4.2 Extension of entry charge discounts to pools and recreation centres to tertiary students

Following a Public Forum presentation from spoke on behalf of the University of Canterbury Students’ Association at its meeting on 14 December 2023 the Board requested that staff investigate the possibility of extending the discounted entry charges to pools and recreation centres currently available to secondary students, to tertiary students also and provide advice to the Board.

Staff have provided the attached memorandum in response (see Attachment D).

Staff advise that Christchurch adult pool entry fees at $6.70 are priced well below the average throughout New Zealand. Currently secondary school students with identification pay the child entry fees for the pools operated by the Council. The casual child pool entry fee is $3.80. Secondary school students also receive a 25% discount on gym/pool memberships.

The Recreation, Sport and Event Unit utilises the Community Services Card, Super Gold Card, and the Kiwi Able / Hapai Card to identify income levels and price as a barrier to participation. Currently a 25% discount is provided on the full price for Community Service Card, and Super Gold Card Holders. A 50% discount is provided to Kiwi Able / Hapai Card Holders. Tertiary students are eligible to apply for the Community Services Card, Super Gold Cards, and the Kiwi Able / Hapai Card and they are issued if they meet the requirements for each of the cards

In the draft 2025/26 Annual Plan a proposal has been included to increase the Community Service Card and Super Gold Card discount from 25% to 30% to reduce the impact of price being a barrier to participation for citizens with lower income.

In 2022 a review of membership options for tertiary students showed that UC and Ara students are eligible for a 20% discount through the corporate membership process, however the uptake on this was relatively low with a total of 415 memberships for students and staff members of both tertiary organisations. Most tertiary providers offer subsidised fitness facilities on campus.

Fees and charges need to balance the cost to the users of the services with the operational subsidy provided through rates.

The Recreation Sport and Events Unit therefore does not recommend the introduction of tertiary student discounts to pool entry fees.

4.3 Travel Around the Riccarton Ward

At its meeting on 14 November 2024 the Board heard a public forum presentation regarding a number of concerns about travel in the Riccarton Ward including the activation of right hand turn arrows. Following the presentation the Board requested that staff investigate the activation of right hand turn arrows in Riccarton, in particular at the corner of Creyke Road and Clyde Road intersection and where Curletts Road meets Peer Street outside Villa Maria College and provide advice on the phasing of lights to encourage the flow of traffic.

Staff have now provided a response (see Attachment E).

4.4 Harrington Park

At its meeting on 14 November 2024 the Board heard a public forum presentation regarding signage and activation of a number of Riccarton parks. Following the presentation the Board requested staff advice on enhancing signage and identifying initiatives to increase community activation in Harrington Park, Paeroa Reserve, and Shands Cresent Reserve.

Staff have provided the attached memorandum in response (see Attachment F).

The following actions to activate the three locations were suggested as part of the public forum presentation:

· Installation of new or replacement signage at all three locations including information about the water body at Paeroa Reserve; and

· Clearance of selected areas of vegetation to allow additional access to the water body at Paeroa Reserve.

Staff advise that the request to install and or upgrade signage at Harrington Park, Paeroa Reserve, and Shands Cresent Reserve is of low significance due to the number of people affected and/or with an interest in the project. Beyond the presentation made on behalf of the Middelton-Matipo Charitable Trust there has been no other requests by the community for additional signage, activation or vegetation removal at Harrington Park, Paeroa Reserve and Shands Cresent Reserve.

Significant underground infrastructure at Paeroa Reserve has limited the Council’s ability to install signage at the most desirable locations within the reserve. To avoid disruption to existing infrastructure instead of installing new signage at a different location it is proposed to reskin existing signage at the Reserve including text to the identify the stream. New signage will be installed at Shand Cresent Reserve. The missing entrance sign that Harrington Park entrance will be replaced.

The vegetation surrounding the water body at Paeroa Reserve plays a crucial role in protecting it by filtering pollutants, stabilising the bank and providing habitat. It is therefore not proposed to remove any additional vegetation but will parks staff will endeavour to keep the existing landing clear and accessible.

4.5 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

4.6 Customer Service Requests/Hybris Report

For the Board’s information, attached is a copy of the January 2025 Hybris Report (see Attachment G).

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 - February 2025	25/375320	136
b ⇩	Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton 2023-24 SCF End of Project Report	25/375664	139
c ⇩	Awatea Athletics Thank you	25/339006	163
d ⇩	Tertiary Fees and Charges	25/370549	164
e ⇩	Travel Around the Riccarton Ward	25/375323	168
f ⇩	Harrington Park, Paeroa Reserve and Shands Cresent Reserve Sigange and Activation Response	25/339008	171
g ⇩	Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Hybris Report - January 2025	25/375325	173

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Noela Letufuga - Support Officer

Marie Byrne - Community Development Advisor

Faye Collins - Community Board Advisor

Helen Miles - Community Recreation Advisor

Approved By

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

Matthew McLintock - Manager Community Governance Team

John Filsell - Head of Community Support and Partnerships

12. Progress on Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Plan Priorities 2023-25
Reference Te Tohutoro:	25/356500
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Bailey Peterson - Community Governance Manager
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Andrew Rutledge, Acting General Manager Citizens and Community