Agenda of Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board

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Waihoro

Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board

Open Minutes

Date: Thursday 14 August 2025

Time: 4.00 pm

Venue: Linwood Boardroom,
Gate B, 180 Smith Street,
Woolston

Present

Chairperson

Deputy Chairperson

Members

Callum Ward

Keir Leslie

Melanie Coker

Will Hall

Roy Kenneally – via audio/visual link

Tim Lindley

Lee Sampson – via audio/visual link

Tim Scandrett

Sara Templeton

Principal Advisor

Emma Pavey

Acting Manager Community Governance Team

Tel: 941 6231

[email protected]

Meeting Advisor

Jonathon Jones

Community Board Advisor

Tel: 941 5563

[email protected]

Website: www.ccc.govt.nz

Part A Matters Requiring a Council Decision

Part B Reports for Information

Part C Decisions Under Delegation

Karakia Tīmatanga

Waiata: The Board sang a waiata to open the meeting.

The agenda was dealt with in the following order.

1. Apologies Ngā Whakapāha

Part C

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2025/00067

That the apology for early departure from Sara Templeton and apology for lateness from Keir Leslie be accepted.

Callum Ward/Tim Scandrett Carried

Keir Leslie joined the meeting at 4.03 pm during consideration of Item 2.

2. Declarations of Interest Ngā Whakapuaki Aronga

Part B

Tim Lindley declared an interest in Item 12, Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund Applications for Consideration – application SCF25/26_020_SCH, Ōpāwaho Heathcote River Network.

Roy Kenneally declared an interest in Item 12, Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund Applications for Consideration – application SCF25/26_057_SCH, Suburbs Rugby Football Club; SCF25/26_003_SCH, Cross Over Trust; and SCF25/26_044_SCH, Rowley Community Centre.

Will Hall declared an interest in Item 12, application SCF25/26_039_SCH, Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund Applications for Consideration – Summit Road Society Incorporated; and SCF25/26_053_SCH, Ferrymead Bays Football Club Incorporated.

Melanie Coker declared an interest in Item 12, Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund Applications for Consideration – application SCF25/26_039_SCH, Summit Road Society Incorporated; and SCF25/26_031_SCH, Pioneer Basketball Club Incorporated.

Lee Sampson declared an interest in Item 12, Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund Applications for Consideration – application SCF25/26_043_SCH, Cashmere Tennis Club.

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

Part C

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2025/00068

That the minutes of the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board meeting held on Thursday, 10 July 2025 be confirmed.

Callum Ward/Tim Lindley Carried

4. Public Forum Te Huinga Whānui

Part B

4.1

Parking safety issues on Beechworth Avenue

Mark and Nadine Banfield, local residents, spoke regarding parking safety issues on Beechworth Avenue.

After questions from members, the Chairperson noted that this matter has been raised by other residents and Cashmere High School, and that staff are developing a proposal for no stopping yellow lines, which will involve consultation and staff will keep the presenters involved in the process.

The Chairperson thanked Mark and Nadine Banfield for their presentation.

Attachments

a Parking safety issues on Beechworth Avenue - presentation to the Board

4.2

Parking Issues on Opawa Road

Marie Fenton, local resident, joined by Nathaniel Herz Jardine spoke regarding parking issues on Opawa Road.

The presenter shared photos that illustrated the parking issues and tabled messages of other residents on Opawa Road.

The presenter tabled a petition and was advised to submit it in accordance with standing orders at a future meeting.

After questions from members, the Chairperson thanked Marie Fenton for her presentation to the Board.

Part B

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Refer the issues raised in the presentation to staff for investigation and report back to the Board.

Attachments

a Easement on Opawa Road - photos presented to the Board

b Easement on Opawa Road - photos tabled at meeting

c Easement on Opawa Road - documents tabled at meeting

5. Deputations by Appointment Ngā Huinga Whakaritenga

Part B

There were no deputations by appointment.

6. Presentation of Petitions Ngā Pākikitanga

Part B

There was no presentation of petitions.

7. Correspondence

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2025/00069 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part B

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the correspondence report dated 14 August 2025 from Stephen Judd in relation to the paths in Barrington Park and requests staff advice on the issues raised.

2. Receives the information in the correspondence report dated 14 August 2025 from Andrew Wells in relation to traffic accidents at the intersections of Stanley/ Durham Street South and The Colombo/ Durham Street South, and requests staff advice on the issues raised.

3. Receives the information in the correspondence report dated 14 August 2025 from Darren Crothers in relation to illegal parking on Sumner Street, and requests staff advice on the issues raised.

Callum Ward/Melanie Coker Carried

8. Bunyan Street / Domett Street Intersection - Proposed No Stopping Restrictions

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2025/00070 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Bunyan Street / Domett Street Intersection - Proposed No Stopping 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 resolution 4 below.

4. Approves that 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 southeast side of Bunyan Street, commencing at its intersection with Domett Street, and extending in a northeast direction for a distance of 11.5 metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

5. 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).

Callum Ward/Melanie Coker Carried

9. Willard Street - Proposed No Stopping Restrictions

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2025/00071 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Willard Street - Proposed No Stopping 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.

4. Approves that 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 northwest side of Willard Street, commencing at its intersection with Somerset Crescent, and extending in a southwest direction for a distance of 122 metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

5. Approves that 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 southeast side of Willard Street, commencing at its intersection with Somerset Crescent, and extending in a southwest direction for a distance of 9.5 metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

6. 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).

Melanie Coker/Tim Scandrett Carried

10. Proposed Lane Names - 245 Worsleys Road, Cracroft

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2025/00072 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Proposed Lane Names - 245 Worsleys Road, Cracroft 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 following new road names for 245 Worsleys Road (RMA/2024/2008)

a. Lane 1 - Wayne Francis Lane

b. Lane 2 - Tommy Taylor Lane

c. Lane 3 - Stag Lane

Tim Scandrett/Will Hall Carried

Melanie Coker and Tim Lindley requested that their votes against Lane 3 – Stag Lane be recorded.

11. Parking changes on Selwyn Street and Milton Street
	Community Board Comment The Board added a resolution to request a review of the changes six months after their implementation and respond back to the Board.
	Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board: 1. Receives the information in the Parking changes on Selwyn Street and Milton Street 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. 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 4-13 below. 4. Approves that 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 northeast side of Selwyn Street, commencing at its intersection with Milton Street, and extending in a north‑westerly direction for 54 metres, as detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 5. Approves that 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 southwest side of Selwyn Street, commencing at its intersection with Milton Street, and extending in a north‑westerly direction for 22 metres, as detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 6. Approves that 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 northeast side of Selwyn Street, commencing at its intersection with Milton Street, and extending in a south‑easterly direction for 15 metres, as detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 7. Approves that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 5 minutes on the northeast side of Selwyn Street, commencing at a point 15 metres southeast of its intersection with Milton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 5 metres. This restriction is to apply at all times, as detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 8. Approves that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 5 minutes on the northeast side of Selwyn Street, commencing at a point 25 metres southeast of its intersection with Milton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 7 metres. This restriction is to apply at all times, as detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 9. Approves that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 30 minutes on the northeast side of Selwyn Street, commencing at a point 32 metres southeast of its intersection with Milton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 12 metres. This restriction is to apply from Monday to Saturday and between the times of 8am and 6pm. This is detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 10. Approves that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 30 minutes on the northeast side of Selwyn Street, commencing at a point 52 metres southeast of its intersection with Milton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 10 metres. This restriction is to apply from Monday to Saturday and between the times of 8am and 6pm. This is detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 11. Approves that 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 southeast side of Milton Street, commencing at its intersection with Selwyn Street, and extending in a south‑westerly direction for 44 metres, as detailed on Attachment A. This is detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 12. Approves that 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 northwest side of Milton Street, commencing at a point 70 metres southwest of its intersection with Selwyn Street, and extending in a south‑westerly direction for 4 metres, as detailed on Attachment B, plan number TG151633a, dated 30 July 2025. 13. Approves that a bus stop be installed on the northwest side of Milton Street commencing at a point 74 metres southwest of its intersection with Selwyn Street and extending in a south‑westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres, as detailed on Attachment B, plan number TG151633a, dated 30 July 2025. 14. 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 SCBCC/2025/00073 Part C That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board: 1. Receives the information in the Parking changes on Selwyn Street and Milton Street 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. 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 4-13 below. 4. Approves that 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 northeast side of Selwyn Street, commencing at its intersection with Milton Street, and extending in a north‑westerly direction for 54 metres, as detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 5. Approves that 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 southwest side of Selwyn Street, commencing at its intersection with Milton Street, and extending in a north‑westerly direction for 22 metres, as detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 6. Approves that 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 northeast side of Selwyn Street, commencing at its intersection with Milton Street, and extending in a south‑easterly direction for 15 metres, as detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 7. Approves that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 5 minutes on the northeast side of Selwyn Street, commencing at a point 15 metres southeast of its intersection with Milton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 5 metres. This restriction is to apply at all times, as detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 8. Approves that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 5 minutes on the northeast side of Selwyn Street, commencing at a point 25 metres southeast of its intersection with Milton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 7 metres. This restriction is to apply at all times, as detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 9. Approves that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 30 minutes on the northeast side of Selwyn Street, commencing at a point 32 metres southeast of its intersection with Milton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 12 metres. This restriction is to apply from Monday to Saturday and between the times of 8am and 6pm. This is detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 10. Approves that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 30 minutes on the northeast side of Selwyn Street, commencing at a point 52 metres southeast of its intersection with Milton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 10 metres. This restriction is to apply from Monday to Saturday and between the times of 8am and 6pm. This is detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 11. Approves that 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 southeast side of Milton Street, commencing at its intersection with Selwyn Street, and extending in a south‑westerly direction for 44 metres, as detailed on Attachment A. This is detailed on Attachment A, plan number TG151631, dated 30 July 2025. 12. Approves that 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 northwest side of Milton Street, commencing at a point 70 metres southwest of its intersection with Selwyn Street, and extending in a south‑westerly direction for 4 metres, as detailed on Attachment B, plan number TG151633a, dated 30 July 2025. 13. Approves that a bus stop be installed on the northwest side of Milton Street commencing at a point 74 metres southwest of its intersection with Selwyn Street and extending in a south‑westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres, as detailed on Attachment B, plan number TG151633a, dated 30 July 2025. 14. 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). 15. Requests a review of the changes set out in resolutions 4 to 14, six months after the implementation of the changes, and respond back to the Board. Tim Scandrett/Melanie Coker Carried

12. Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund Applications for Consideration

Community Board Comment

Council officers in attendance spoke to the agenda report and answered questions of clarification from members.

SCF25/26_038_SCH, City to Sumner Community Patrol Charitable Trust Inc application was withdrawn after the agenda was published.

SCF25/26_004_SCH, Spreydon Youth Community Trust the responsible Council officer advised the Board of a change of recommendation to the agenda report to decline funding due to the application not meeting the Community Board’s criteria, specifically to have an equity and inclusion policy that includes rainbow youth and marginalised communities. The Board agreed with the Council officer's recommendation to decline funding.

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2025/00074 Officer Recommendations accepted with amendments to the following applications:

SCF25/26_017_SCH, Christchurch South Community Gardens Trust was increased from $19,000 to $20,000.

SCF25/26_003_SCH, Cross Over Trust was increased from $53,000 to $55,000.

SCF25/26_020_SCH, Ōpāwaho Heathcote River Network was increased from $18,000 to $20,000.

SCF25/26_015_SCH, Project Esther Trust was increased from $29,000 to $31,000.

SCF25/26_044_SCH, Rowley Community Centre was increased from $37,000 to $40,000.

SCF25/26_002_SCH, Social Service Council of the Diocese of Christchurch, was increased from $13,000 to $15,000.

SCF25/26_026_SCH, St Martins Community Menzshed was increased from $1,350 to $1,500.

SCF25/26_001_SCH, Te Whare Roopu o Oterepo Waltham Community Cottage was increased from $52,500 to $53,000.

SCF25/26_023_SCH, Westmorland Residents Association Inc was increased from $1,500 to $2,000.

SCF25/26_027_SCH, Whareora House of Life Trust was increased from $9,000 to $10,000.

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund Applications for Consideration Report.

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

3. Approves the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund grants outlined in the following schedule:

4. Declines the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund applications outlined in the following schedule:

	No	Organisation Name	Project	Recommendation
	_022_SCH	Gather Foundation	Small Steps, Big Impact: Place Cadets at Hoon Hay Park	That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board declines the application to its 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund from Gather Foundation towards the Small Steps, Big Impact: Place Cadets at Hoon Hay Park project.
	_052_SCH	Sumner Community Pool	Filter Replacement	That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board declines the application to its 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund from Sumner Community Pool towards the Filter Replacement project.
_004_SCH		Spreydon Youth Community Trust	24-7 Youth workers for Cashmere, Hillmorton High & South Intermediate	That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board declines the application to its 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund from Spreydon Youth Community Trust towards Salaries Wages for Youth Workers in Hillmorton High School and Christchurch South Intermediate.

5. Approves the transfer of $73,583 to the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025/26 Discretionary Response Fund.

Callum Ward/Tim Scandrett Carried

Members who declared an interest in funding applications in Item 12 are outlined in Item 2 above; those members took no part in any discussion in relation to those applications.

13. 2025/26 Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Discretionary Response Fund - Board Projects

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2025/00075 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the 2025/26 Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Discretionary Response Fund - Board Projects 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 $4,500 from its 2025/26 Discretionary Response Fund towards Waltham Community Event(s) 2025/26.

4. Approves a grant of $4,000 from its 2025/26 Discretionary Response Fund towards Summer with Your Neighbours 2025/26.

5. Approves a grant of $8,000 from its 2025/26 Discretionary Response Fund towards the Hoon Hay Fiesta 2025.

6. Approves a grant of $3,000 from its 2025/26 Discretionary Response Fund towards Community Awards 2025-26: Garden Pride, Edible & Sustainable Garden, and Community Service Awards.

7. Approves a grant of $10,000 from its 2025/26 Discretionary Response Fund towards Youth Development Fund 2025/26.

8. Approves a grant of $2,500 from its 2025/26 Discretionary Response Fund towards Communicating with the Community.

9. Approves a grant of $3,000 from its 2025/26 Discretionary Response Fund towards Off the Ground Fund.

Callum Ward/Sara Templeton Carried

14. Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund Cashmere High School Board of Trustees, National Readers Cup Challenge in Auckland September 2025 Project

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2025/00076 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund Cashmere High School Board of Trustees, National Readers Cup Challenge in Auckland September 2025 Project 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 $500 from its 2025/26 Discretionary Response Fund to Cashmere High School Board of Trustees towards the cost of participating in the National Readers Cup Challenge 2025 in Auckland.

Keir Leslie/Sara Templeton Carried

15. Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board Area Report - August 2025

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2025/00077 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part B

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board Area Report - August 2025.

Callum Ward/Tim Lindley Carried

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

Part B

Members exchanged information on matters of interest to the Board.

· The Council’s trail of a new road surfacing.

· Footpath issues on Nayland Street are ongoing.

· Battle of the Bays football match to be held on 29 November 2025.

· Sara Templeton’s final in-person attendance at the Community Board and her 12 years of service on Community Boards.

Karakia Whakakapi

Meeting concluded at 5.35pm.

CONFIRMED THIS 28^th DAY OF AUGUST 2025

Callum Ward

Chairperson

7. Cave Rock Lighting
Reference Te Tohutoro:	25/1258052
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Maria Adamski, Senior Parks Asset Planner
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Andrew Rutledge, General Manager Citizens and Community

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 The purpose of this report is to present to the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board the outcome of the community consultation on the LED lighting installation at Tuawera Cave Rock and seek direction on further negotiations with the deed holder.

1.2 The Waikura Linwood-Central-Heathcote Community Board requested staff to:

a. Hold a workshop with the Community Board outlining options for a consultation document on the configuration of the mast lights and the number of occasions the lights are illuminated on Tuawera Cave Rock prior to being released for public consultation.

b. Conduct consultation with the community on the Deed of Accessibility in Respect of LED Lighting Installation at Tuawera – Cave Rock, Sumner, specifically the configuration of the mast lights and the number of occasions the lights are illuminated and report back to the Board the outcome of the consultation.

1.3 Due to changes in Community Board boundaries, the report has transitioned from Waikura Linwood-Central-Heathcote Community Board to Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board.

1.4 Request (a) was completed at a workshop held with the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board on the 7 November 2024.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receive the information in the Cave Rock Lighting Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as medium significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by the heritage significance of the site, the level of local community interest and concern, and possible costs and risks to Council.

3. Resolves that staff enter into further negotiations with the Deed Holder to vary the ‘Deed of Accessibility in Respect of LED Lighting Installation at Tuawera – Cave Rock, Sumner,’ (the Deed) to include the following:

a. Amending the hours of operation to 5pm to 9pm (June to August) and 8pm to 11pm (September to May) in the following year.

b. Turn the lights off during the week prior to and including the date of the Matariki public holiday each year.

c. Extend or reduce the lights to emphasise the form of the maritime mast.

4. Staff to report back to the Community Board with the outcome of negotiations with the Deed Holder for a final decision on the hours of operation and configuration of the lights.

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 There have been a significant number of deputations to the Waikura Linwood-Central-Heathcote Community Board on the configuration and frequency of the lights that were installed on the Cave Rock Signal Mast in 2020.

3.2 Consultation has been undertaken to understand the community’s views on the lights.

3.3 While most submitters were in support of keeping the current operating hours and frequency, there were a considerable number of people who were not.

3.4 Community views differed mainly on the lighting configuration and on the light’s daily presence and brightness.

3.5 Staff have met with the Deed Holder, who has indicated a willingness to adjust the configuration, hours of operation and the frequency of the lights.

3.6 The report recommends varying the Deed in agreement with the Deed Holder.

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

4.1 Tuawera Cave Rock and Pilot/Signal Station is a Highly Significant, Group 1, Heritage Item. The mast was established in 1864 and was used to navigate boats carrying heavy goods up the Avon and Heathcote Rivers over the Sumner (sand) bar using a combination of balls to signal the conditions at the bar.

4.2 The mast was temporarily lit for the Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth from 14 May until 23 May 1937 and then again in 1953 for the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. On these occasions the mast was fully lit.

4.3 There have been community requests to light the mast since 1919, and it wasn’t until the 1990s that lights were installed by the Sumner Lifeboat Institute and the mast was lit on special occasions.

4.4 Post earthquakes, the lights deteriorated, were removed and not reinstated when the Signal Station was earthquake strengthened and repaired. However, solar panels were installed to provide power.

4.5 Following a Public Forum with the Community Board on the Cave Rock mast lights in September 2020, a Deed of Accessibility was entered into between an external party and the Council in November 2020. The Head of Parks approved the Deed, and it was executed by the elected members.

4.6 On examination it has been discovered that the Deed has not received the necessary Community Board approval.

4.7 Although due process was not followed, Legal Services have confirmed that the Deed is a binding and valid agreement.

4.8 The Deed Holder owns and is solely responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the lights, ensuring they remain illuminated from dusk until 11pm, covering all costs. The lights are voluntarily turned off during Matariki.

4.9 Early gathering of feedback by the Deed Holder from The Sumner Community Residents Association (SCRA), The Sumner Redcliff’s Historical Society, and some residents, in 2019, to understand community sentiment suggested the project was supported. The project was featured in The Star, 13 June 2019.

4.10 Staff contacted Mahaanui Kurataio Limited (MKT) in 2020 who advised Tūāhuriri rūnanga did not have any concerns about the Cave Rock lights.

4.11 The lights were installed and first lit in December 2021.

4.12 In August 2022, the Waikura Linwood-Central-Heathcote Community Board received several deputations raising concerns about the configuration, brightness, and frequency of illumination, and requested formal consultation be undertaken.

4.13 The SCRA sought resident feedback via Facebook in 2023. The community expressed three key views, they were either very much in favour, vehemently opposed, or generally enjoying the lights.

4.14 Some members of the Sumner community continued contacting the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board about the same issues, and Councillor Templeton emailed the Office of the Mayor and Chief Executive (OMCE) seeking consultation with the community be undertaken about the lights on Tuawera Cave Rock.

4.15 Given the level of public interest and deputations received regarding the lighting, the issue was deemed significant enough to warrant Council-led consultation.

4.16 Public consultation was carried out from the 12 to 28 of May 2025.

4.17 The LUX levels, degree of brightness was measured in May 2025. The direct LUX readings and the highest reading near the lights was 2 LUX. The spill light was less than a LUX with the back light being non-existent concluding the streetlights produce higher light levels than the mast.

Additional information

4.18 The following related memos/information were circulated to the meeting members:

Date	Subject
20/12/2020	Cave Rock Signal Mast Lights – Impacts on Bird Species
13/07/2022	Cave Rock Mast Lights (Advice on Licensing arrangements and turning the mast lights off during Matariki)
12/08/2024	Cave Rock Signal Station Mast Lights (update to Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board on process for consultation)
04/04/2025	Deed of Accessibility at Tuawera Cave Rock Sumner Lights (Internal legal memo)

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

Date	Subject
04/11/2020	Cave Rock Signal Mast Lights (Waikura Linwood-Central-Heathcote Community Board Briefing, from action memos cave rock signal mast lights 16 sept 2020)
7/11/2024	Cave Rock Signal Mast Lights Consultation (Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board information session)

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

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

4.20.1 Vary the operating hours and configuration of the lights.

4.20.2 Vary the configuration of the lights only.

4.20.3 Vary the frequency of the lights only.

4.21 The following options were considered but ruled out:

4.21.1 Give notice to terminate the Deed and remove the lights. Consultation showed only a small number of the community want the lights removed and most of the community want to retain the lights in some form.

4.21.2 Transfer ownership to the Council who become responsible for the lights. There is a cost to the Council to buy, modify, and maintain the lights that is not budgeted in the LTP. This requires negotiation with the Deed Holder and termination of the Deed.

4.21.3 Do Nothing. Overall, a large part of the community indicated they are happy with the lights, however there is a considerable number who request a modification to the configuration and frequency to address concerns raised.

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

4.22 Preferred Option: Retain the lights and vary the operating hours and configuration of the lights.

4.22.1 Option Description: Retain the lights on the mast but reduce the operating hours and alter the configuration of the lights to emphasise the maritime mast.

· The Deed Holder is willing to agree to changes to the operating hours and the configuration.

· The Deed Holder is willing to agree to the following changes in operating hours:

o 1 September to 31 May, 8pm to 11pm

o 1 June to 31 August dusk 5pm to 9pm

· The operating hours can be altered using the existing timer; however, the setting up of each change needs to be manually changed.

· The Deed Holder will continue to turn the lights off during the week prior to and including the date of the Matariki public holiday each year.

· The Deed Holder is willing to negotiate altering the configuration of the lights.

· To extend the lights fully along the horizontal spar and the vertical mast is $16,500 ex GST.

· The cost to extend the lights along the horizontal spar is $12,500.

· To remove 5-6 of the lower vertical lights is $2,000 – $4,000.

· The high cost is due to the need to scaffold the mast to reach the ends of the horizontal spar and the top of the mast.

· The provisions of the Deed can be varied.

4.22.2 Option Advantages

· The lights are retained on the Signal Mast which is supported by most submitters.

· Partial mitigation of submitters’ concerns around the operating hours and frequency by shortening the hours, particularly during winter, which allows for regular late evening time without the lights.

4.22.3 Option Disadvantages

· There is an additional cost to the Deed Holder to manually change the lights at Matariki and manually set up each change in hours.

· There is no funding to install additional lights or remove lights and fundraising will be required.

4.23 Option two: Vary the configuration of the lights – Fully light the maritime mast.

4.23.1 Option Description: Additional lights are installed along the horizontal spar and vertically on the mast.

· The lights can be extended 0.5m each side horizontally and 2m vertically.

· To extend the lights requires the mast to be scaffolded to reach the ends of the spars and vertically as there are no mast climbing steps on the vertical mast.

· The cost to extend the lights is $16,500 ex GST.

· The provisions of the Deed can be varied.

4.23.2 Option Advantages

· The lights are retained on the Signal Mast which is supported by most submitters.

· Responds to submitters’ request to change the configuration to highlight the mast and remove perceived religious symbolism.

4.23.3 Option Disadvantages

· Submitters that wanted the lights removed or the frequency changed may not be satisfied and they may oppose.

· Additional lights will need to be purchased for the vertical mast installation.

· The Deed Holder is unlikely to support the extension of the lights vertically on the mast.

· The Deed Holder has no funding to install the additional lights.

4.24 Option three: Vary the frequency of the Lights – Reduce the frequency the lights.

4.24.1 Option Description: Return the light frequency to the pre 2010 timing of Easter, 12 days of Christmas, ANZAC day, Kings Birthday, at times when the NZ Government has flags flown at half-mast and on the death of any member of the Lifeboat Institution, ambulance, or fire brigade.

4.24.2 Option Advantages

· The lights are overall retained on the Signal Mast which is supported by most submitters.

· Responds to submitters’ request to limit the frequency of the lights, addressing concerns about the daily operation and the configuration, which is linked to its daily display.

4.24.3 Option Disadvantages

· Submitters that wanted the frequency to stay the same and operating hours extended may not be satisfied and oppose.

· There is an additional cost to turn the lights on and off manually each public holiday.

· The Deed Holder is unlikely to support a reduction in frequency.

Analysis Criteria Ngā Paearu Wetekina

4.25 The analysis criteria were based on identifying the issues raised by the community and seeking ways to mitigate the issues with the Deed Holder.

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option	Options 2 & 3
	Vary the frequency and configuration of the lights	Vary the configuration or frequency of the Lights
Cost to Implement	Nil – Cost of the Deed Holder	Nil - Cost of the Deed Holder
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	Nil – Cost of the Deed Holder	Nil - Cost of the Deed Holder
Funding Source	N/A	N/A
Funding Availability	N/A	N/A
Impact on Rates	N/A	N/A

5.1 The Deed Holder does not have the funding to install additional or remove lights.

5.2 There is a cost to manually alter the timing and to turn the lights off and on for Matariki.

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 There is a risk that despite altering the hours of operation and configuration of the lights there will be portions of the community that are not satisfied. They may view their concerns have not been addressed. This will result in further deputations and media attention.

6.2 Additional lights would result in seeing more light globes. This could be perceived as being brighter. The LUX levels would not be altered from their current levels. The lights are unable to be dimmed.

6.3 Accessing the top of the mast presents potential health and safety risks, which are managed with appropriate safety equipment, adherence to established procedures, and supervision by qualified personnel.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

6.4.1 The Manager, Commercial and Property, Legal and Democratic Services has the delegation to alter the Deed.

6.5 Other Legal Implications:

6.5.1 The legal considerations are the Deed can be altered with agreement between the parties.

6.5.2 If agreement cannot be reached with the Deed Holder written notice of termination of the Deed can be given to the Deed Holder pursuant to clause 10 of the Deed and the Deed Holder will be required to remove the lights within three months of the notice of termination at their cost.

6.5.3 Any disputes will be resolved by the parties in good faith using their best endeavours to resolve the dispute.

Strategy and Policy Considerations Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.6 The required decision:

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

6.6.2 Is assessed as medium significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by the amount of community interest in the lights.

6.6.3 Is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies. A change in the configuration of the lighting informed by an understanding of heritage fabric and values, and in consultation with the community and Rūnanga partners, as has occurred, aligns with the Christchurch Heritage Strategy, which also includes the ICOMOS New Zealand Charter for the Conservation of Places of Cultural Heritage Value, 2010.

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

6.8 Parks, Heritage and Coastal Environment

6.8.1 Activity: Parks Heritage Management

· Level of Service: 6.9.1.5 Resident satisfaction with presentation and maintenance of Public Artworks, Monuments, and Artefacts - >=65%

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

6.9 In the lead-up to consultation, early engagement with Breakfree Foundation, the Sumner Community Residents Association, and the Sumner-Redcliffs Historical Society started in November 2024, and included meetings, phone conversations, and emails.

6.10 Consultation started on 12 May and ran until 28 May 2025.

6.11 Project details including links to the Kōrero mai | Let’s Talk webpage were advertised via:

· An email sent to 64 key stakeholders, including local resident associations and community organisations, local businesses, churches, and schools.

· The Council Facebook page and posts on local community group pages, which reached over 24,000 people.

· A newsline story.

· Consultation documents at the library with a feedback form box.

· Distribution of posters at key locations, including the library, supermarket, and cafés/food vendors.

6.12 The Kōrero mai | Let’s Talk page had 15,511 views throughout the consultation period.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

6.13 Submissions were made by two recognised organisations, three businesses, and 938 individuals. All submissions are available on our Kōrero mai webpage.

6.14 The Sumner Bowling Club (who surveyed its members), Cave Rock Guest House, and Harcourts Sumner and Ferrymead were supportive of the current frequency and hours that the lights are on. However, the Sumner Residents Association preferred a reduction of both, given the community division over the issue and how the current operation has diverted from the origins of the rock and mast. They also felt the configuration of a cross is not reflective of society or the Sumner community. AW Architects objected to the current configuration outside specific periods when a cross configuration would be appropriate. Both submitters suggested that the lights retain a neutral configuration during the year, while a cross could be displayed during specific holidays, such as Easter, Christmas, and ANZAC Day.

6.15 There was no significant correlation between a submitter’s address, including those self-identifying as having a direct view of the lights (19), and their preferred options for the lights.

6.16 Individual submissions were received from residents living:

· In the wider Sumner area, from Clifton to Taylors Mistake (622)

· In nearby suburbs from Moncks Bay to Heathcote Valley (133)

· In the rest of Christchurch (180)

· Outside of Christchurch (8).

6.17 When asked about the light frequency (daily except week of Matariki):

· 788 supported the current frequency

· 155 did not support the current frequency

6.18 When asked about the operating hours (daily from dusk until 11pm):

· 683 supported the current hours

· 142 supported a reduction

· 118 supported an extension

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6.19 716 submitters provided comments and 227 did not provide comments.

6.20 Many submitters expressed positive sentiment about Tuawera Cave Rock, the mast and the lights, such as their enjoyment and what they mean to them and the community as well as history, heritage, and maritime values to Sumner.

6.21 Submitters liked and/or felt comfortable with the lights:

· Configuration not being religious (50)

· Configuration being religious (36)

· Illuminating the area to create a sense of safety (26)

· Brightness due to the presence of other lights (24)

· Enjoyment/attraction for visitors to the area (23)

· Help with navigation and orientation on water and land (18)

· Significance as a memorial, remembering lives lost (8)

6.22 Submitters disliked and found problematic the lights:

· Configuration being religious and inappropriate on a public landmark (163)

· Potential to cause issues for wildlife and/or human health (42)

· Distraction from the natural environment, impeding views and enjoyment of the landscape and night sky (38)

· Configuration not being aligned with the 1937/initial installation (23)

· Deed Holder being a religious/Christian organisation (21)

· Cultural significance of Tuawera Cave Rock for mana whenua, who’s views should be considered (13)

· Lack of functional reason (7)

6.23 Submitters made the following requests:

· Change the lighting configuration to highlight the mast and remove perceived religious symbolism (161)

· Limit when the lights are turned on, such as public holidays only (81)

· Remove them entirely (43)

· Reduce the brightness of the lights (30)

6.24 Some submitters questioned why consultation is taking place (9), while others felt extensive consultation by the Council should have taken place prior to the Deed being agreed (7).

Heritage Impacts

6.25 There may be some physical or visual impacts if additional fixings are needed to install the new lights. For the horizontal extension, these impacts are likely to be minor and generally acceptable, provided they are minimised and not visually prominent or intrusive. The requirements for installation and ongoing maintenance of the vertical extension are currently unknown, including any implications arising from health and safety requirements.

6.26 Historical evidence shows that lights previously extended the full length and width of the mast, making this a heritage-appropriate option. Alternative configurations—such as extending only the horizontal or vertical lighting—would also be considered acceptable.

6.27 Extending the lights to cover the entire mast would more clearly reveal and emphasise the full heritage form of this maritime feature when illuminated. While the current cross-shaped lighting draws public attention, it does not fully or accurately represent the mast’s historical structure. Partial extensions—such as to the horizontal or vertical elements—would improve the representation, though only partially, of the mast’s original form.

6.28 There is no heritage requirement for retaining the current cross-shaped lighting configuration. The mast and its lighting are not formally recognised as a public memorial or commemorative feature. Although the idea of using the illuminated mast as a war memorial was raised historically, available research does not confirm that this status was ever officially assigned. Over time, the lighting configuration and frequency have evolved in response to shifting community views, reflecting changing needs, preferences, and values. Adjusting the lighting configuration in response to current community feedback would be consistent with this ongoing pattern in the mast’s history.

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

6.29.1 Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.30 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.

6.31 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.

6.32 Consultation was carried out with Mahaanui Kurataio Limited in 2020 and Mahaanui Kurataio Limited confirmed that the Tūāhuriri rūnanga do not have any concerns about the Cave Rock lights.

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 mast lights are powered by solar power.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 To finalise negotiations with the Deed Holder to vary the Deed.

7.2 Report back to the Community Board with the outcome of negotiations for a final decision.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

There are no attachments for this report.

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

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Maria Adamski - Senior Parks Asset Planner

Swantje Bubritzki - Senior Engagement Advisor

Ron Lemm - Manager Legal Service Delivery

Approved By

Kelly Hansen - Manager Parks Planning & Asset Management

Paul Devlin - Manager Regional Parks

Rupert Bool - Head of Parks

8. Spreydon, Somerfield, Waltham, Beckenham CRAF - Strickland Street/Somerfield Street safety improvements
Reference Te Tohutoro:	25/1375222
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Ann Tomlinson, Project Manager Krystle Anderson, Senior Engagement Advisor
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Brent Smith, General Manager City Infrastructure

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 The purpose of this report is for the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board to consider the Strickland Street/Somerfield Street safety improvements scheme design following community consultation. This will allow the project to proceed to detailed design and construction.

1.2 Strickland Street/Somerfield Street safety improvements is a component of the Colombo Street, Somerfield Street and Selwyn Street project within the Spreydon, Somerfield, Waltham, Beckenham Christchurch Regeneration Acceleration Facility (CRAF) programme.

1.3 The report has been written to address cyclist and pedestrian safety at the Strickland Street/Somerfield Street intersection.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Spreydon, Somerfield, Waltham, Beckenham CRAF - Strickland Street/Somerfield Street safety improvements 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. The level of significance was determined by the small number of affected residents and businesses, the low impact the proposed changes would have on residents and businesses and that the project is CRAF funded.

3. Makes the following recommendations required for the implementation of the project, including any traffic controls and /or stopping restrictions, relying on its powers under the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and Part 21 of the Local Government Act 1974.

4. Revokes any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls or parking and stopping restrictions made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the traffic controls or parking and stopping restrictions described in recommendations 5 – 10 below.

5. Approves all kerb alignments, traffic calming devices, road surface treatments, signage and road markings on Somerfield Street, commencing at its intersection with Strickland Street and extending in a south-westerly direction for a distance of 20 metres as detailed on plan TP365001, dated 07.08.2025, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

6. Approves all kerb alignments, traffic calming devices, road surface treatments, signage and road markings on Strickland Street, commencing at its intersection with Colombo Street and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of 60 metres as detailed on plan TP365001, dated 07.08.2025, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

7. Approves that, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-western side of Strickland Street commencing at its intersection with Somerfield Street and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of 26 metres as detailed on plan TP365001, dated 07.08.2025, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

8. Approves that, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-eastern side of Somerfield Street, commencing at its intersection with Strickland Street and extending in a south-westerly direction for a distance of 20 metres as detailed on plan TP365001, dated 07.08.2025, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

9. Approves that, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north-western side of Somerfield Street commencing at its intersection with Strickland Street and extending in a south-westerly direction for a distance of 20 metres as detailed on plan TP365001, dated 07.08.2025, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

10. Approves that in accordance with Section 4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 that the Somerfield Street approach to its intersection with Strickland Street be controlled by a Give Way.

11. Approve that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road marking that evidence the restrictions described in the staff report are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board recommend that Council:

12. Approves that a Special Vehicle Lane, in accordance with Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, for the use of northwest bound road users as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004, excepting pedestrians and riders of mobility devices, be installed on the south west side of Strickland Street, commencing at its intersection with Colombo Street and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 60 metres as detailed on plan TP TP365001, dated 07.08.2025, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

13. Approves that a Special Vehicle Lane, in accordance with Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, for the use of southwest bound road users as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004, excepting pedestrians and riders of mobility devices, be installed on the southeast side of Somerfield Street, commencing at a point 5 metres southwest of its intersection with Strickland Street, and extending in an south westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres as detailed on plan TP TP365001, dated 07.08.2025, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 In August 2022, staff presented a package of improvements to the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere and Waikura Linwood-Central-Heathcote Community Board (Agenda, Item 5). The Community Boards jointly approved a number of projects for the Spreydon, Somerfield, Waltham, Beckenham CRAF programme (Minutes, Item 5) which included a package of improvements for Colombo Street, Somerfield Street and Selwyn Street.

3.2 The Community Boards requested staff to look at implementing appropriate safety improvements at the Colombo Street/Strickland Street/Somerfield Street intersection. A number of options have been presented to, and workshopped with, the Community Board and key stakeholders.

3.3 Because of the extensive work done with the Board and key affected stakeholders, only two options are presented in this report: do nothing; and improved pedestrian and cycle facilities.

3.4 The recommended option is to install improved pedestrian and cycle facilities, as shown on Attachment A, and summarised below:

· Add tactile pavers and speed humps to the crossing on Somerfield Street at the Strickland Street intersection

· Add a small section of cycle lane with a narrow median on Strickland Street from Colombo Street intersection to Somerfield Street. This will slow left turning vehicles from Colombo Street into Somerfield Street and prevent vehicles from cutting into the cycle lane.

· Extend the kerb buildout in front of Moon Under Water to slow cars around the left hand turns.

· Reconfigure the Moon Under Water’s lease area for outdoor dining and fencing to improve pedestrian visibility. This would make their outdoor seating area larger and all in one place and provide more space for the footpath and crossing area.

· Add green paint to the existing cycle lanes to identify conflict points.

· Add a narrow central median on Strickland Street to prevent cars turning too early when turning right from Strickland Street into Somerfield Street.

· Add no stopping restrictions outside 1/141 Strickland Street to improve visibility.

· Add new landscaping and cycle stands.

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

CRAF Funding

4.1 CRAF is a funding package from the Treasury for transport projects in Christchurch. The CRAF investment in roading and transport improvements will address condition, safety and access issues. It will act as a catalyst towards the development of a high-quality, safe and reliable transport network.

4.2 Improving safety on local roads in Christchurch is a priority for the Council. Providing safe and key infrastructure is key to ensure people get to where they are going safely, irrespective of their mode of transport.

4.3 The Board identified their key priorities for CRAF budgets in their area, which included the Strickland Street/Somerfield Street intersection.

Network Context

4.4 Strickland Street and Somerfield Street are both classified as primary collector roads, and act as key links between the city, and suburbs within Christchurch south.

4.4.1 Strickland Street is also a busy cycle connection from the south of the city connecting the Quarrymans Trail MCR to the city.

4.4.2 The future Southern Lights cycleway is proposed for Strickland Street connecting Quarrymans Trail with the cycleway on Tennyson Street. These changes have been developed in conjunction with early design optioneering for the Major Cycleway route.

4.5 Traffic counts for all modes taken during peak periods show:

Table 1 - Peak Time Traffic Counts 2024

Location	8am-9am	1pm – 2pm	4.45pm-5.45pm
Left turn from Colombo St to Strickland St	285	144	131
Left turn from Colombo St to Somerfield St	174	70	175
Right turn from Somerfield St to Strickland St (heading south on Colombo St)	82	70	31
Right turn from Somerfield St to Strickland St (heading north on Colombo St)	55	46	23
Left turn from Somerfield St to Strickland St	158	37	63
Right turn from Strickland St to Somerfield St	54	42	58
Right turn from Strickland St to Colombo St	206	145	331
Left turn from Strickland St to Colombo St	43	12	25

4.6 The intersection is within the Beckenham Village which includes a number of dining facilities, which can generate a lot of pedestrian movements.

4.6.1 It has been noted that Moon Under Water, located near this intersection, can generate a large number of cyclists visiting their venue.

4.7 Students from a number of local schools also travel through the intersection

4.7.1 Within a kilometre there are 4 primary schools, and 1 intermediate school

4.7.2 Cashmere High School sits just over a kilometre from here, with a catchment that extends well beyond the intersection

Crash History

4.8 One crash has been reported at the Somerfield Street/Strickland Street intersection within the five-year period 1 January 2020 to 31 December 2024. This was a minor injury crash involving a vehicle turning right from Somerfield Street failing to give way to a northbound cyclist on Strickland Street.

4.8.1 A further minor injury crash was reported in July 2025, this was identified as a turning crash involving a vehicle turning left from Somerfield Street who hit a northbound cyclist when moving forward to check for oncoming traffic on Strickland Street.

4.9 An additional six vehicle only crashes were reported within 50 metres of the intersection over this five-year period.

4.9.1 This includes one non-injury rear end crash on Somerfield Street approach involving a vehicle slowing to enter an on-street car park.

4.9.2 The remaining five crashes were located at the Colombo Street/Strickland Street signalised intersection or immediate approaches. These included one serious injury loss of control crash, two minor injury turning crashes, one non-injury crash involving a parked vehicle, and one non-injury crash involving a vehicle entering a driveway.

Safety Issues

4.10 A number of safety issues with the intersection have been raised

4.10.1 Visibility: There is poor visibility for pedestrians crossing Somerfield Street near Moon Under Water due to the layout of the outdoor seating area and the kerb location.

4.10.2 Stacking space: Insufficient space for vehicles to turn right from Somerfield Street into Strickland Street, often blocking the “KEEP CLEAR” box at peak/afternoon times making it unclear and dangerous for cyclists.

4.10.3 Speed into the intersection: Left turning vehicles from Colombo Street onto Strickland Street and Somerfield Street cut off cyclists, enter too quickly and there is a blind spot masked by the current fencing in place for Moon Under Water.

4.10.4 Clarity of priorities: General road markings for cyclists are disjointed, unclear, and narrow. There is no indication of cycle movement, mainly through the intersection. Cycle lane markings are white only and cease for the “Keep Clear” zone.

4.10.5 Illegal movements: A moderate number of drivers are undertaking a right turn from Strickland Street into Somerfield Street early, driving up the northbound lane.

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

Date	Subject
12 August 2022	Confirmation of Spreydon, Somerfield, Waltham, Beckenham Christchurch Regeneration Acceleration Facility (CRAF) programme https://christchurch.infocouncil.biz/Open/2022/08/JLSB_20220812_AGN_8150_AT.PDF
29 August 2024	Spreydon, Somerfield, Waltham, Beckenham CRAF – project update https://christchurch.infocouncil.biz/Open/2024/08/ISWS_20240829_AGN_10060_AT.PDF
26 June 2025	Spreydon, Somerfield, Waltham, Beckenham CRAF – project update https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oh7z9yWhPWQ

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

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

4.12.1 Option 1 – Strickland Street/Somerfield Street safety improvements as shown in Attachment A.

4.12.2 Option 2 – Do nothing.

4.13 The following options were considered but ruled out:

4.13.1 Removal of the right turn from Somerfield Street to Strickland Street via a shifted pedestrian island and solid median on Strickland Street - while queuing on Somerfield Street at the Strickland Street intersection would potentially be improved, modelling also suggests that there would be negative impacts with additional traffic on smaller local streets eg Boon Street and Devon Street. Cyclists would need to dismount and cross Somerfield Street crossing on foot to access Beckenham Village. Crash history shows just one crash involving a right turn from Somerfield Street into Strickland Street. The proposed speed humps will provide additional safety at the intersection.

4.13.2 Restrict both right and left turns from Somerfield Street to Strickland Street by reducing to a single lane for both turning movements at the intersection, via a shifted pedestrian refuge on Somerfield Street - while queuing on Somerfield Street at the Strickland Street intersection would potentially be improved, modelling also suggests that there would be negative impacts with additional traffic on smaller local streets eg Baretta Street and Leitch Street, also Selwyn Street. Right-turning traffic could potentially impede left-turning traffic from Somerfield Street. Crash history shows two crashes from Somerfield Street into Strickland Street, one a left turn crash and the other a right turn crash. The proposed speed humps will provide additional safety at the intersection.

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

4.14 Preferred Option: Strickland Street/Somerfield Street safety improvements

4.14.1 Option Description: Safety improvements including small section of separated cycleway, green paint at conflict points of existing cycle lanes, speed humps on both approaches to crossing point on Somerfield Street, new tactile pavers, narrow central median on Strickland Street to prevent cars turning early, new no stopping to improve visibility, new cycle stands and landscaping, reconfiguration and new kerb buildouts near Moon Under Water which will improve sightlines for pedestrians.

4.14.2 Option Advantages

· Improves the safety of cyclists turning left into Strickland Street from Colombo Street.

· Slows vehicles entering Strickland Street and Somerfield Street be extending the kerb buildout.

· Improved pedestrian safety on Somerfield Street with the addition of speed humps and tactile pavers, and improved visibility with the reconfiguration of the Moon Under Water lease area.

· New median island preventing cars turning early from Strickland Street into Somerfield Street when heading south.

· Clearly marked cycle lanes at conflict points.

· New cycle stands for a high use cyclist area.

· Improved landscaping.

4.14.3 Option Disadvantages

· Loss of three carparks.

· Money could be spent on other projects.

4.15 Do Nothing

4.15.1 Option Description: Existing layout remains with no improvements for pedestrians or cyclists.

4.15.2 Option Advantages

· Funding can be spent on other projects within the programme.

· No parking removal.

4.15.3 Option Disadvantages

· Does not meet project objectives.

· No improved crossing facilities for pedestrians on Somerfield Street.

· No safe cycle facilities.

· No improved landscape.

· No additional cycle stands.

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option 1	Option 2 – Do nothing
Cost to Implement	$300,000	N/A
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	Covered by existing maintenance contract – small saving with landscaping replacing lawn areas that no longer need mowing	Covered by existing maintenance contract
Funding Source	LTP Budget 73818 – Spreydon, Somerfield, Waltham, Beckenham CRAF – Colombo Street, Somerfield Street, Selwyn Street improvements	N/A
Funding Availability	Funds are available	Funds are available
Impact on Rates	Nil*	N/A

*This project is funded from the Christchurch Regeneration Acceleration Fund and does not impact on rates

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 None identified above BAU.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

6.2.1 The Community Boards have delegated authority from Council to exercise the delegations as set out in the Register of Delegations. The list of delegations for the Community Boards include the resolution of stopping and traffic control devices.

6.2.2 The installation of any signs and/or marking associated with traffic control devices muse comply with the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

6.2.3 Part 1, Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking or stopping restrictions by resolution.

6.3 Other Legal Implications:

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

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 of low significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by the low number of people affected and/or with an interest, limited benefits/opportunities and costs/risks to Council, and modest level of community influence.

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

6.6 Transport

6.6.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.5.1 Limit deaths and serious injury crashes per capita for cyclists and pedestrians - <=12 crashes per 100,000 residents

· Level of Service: 10.5.3 More people are choosing to travel by cycling - >=13,000 average daily cyclist detections

· Level of Service: 10.5.42 Increase the infrastructure provision for active and public modes - >= 635 kilometres (total combined length)

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

6.7 Early engagement with residents and businesses started in May 2024.

6.8 Feedback was provided by 10 businesses and organisations and 40 individuals.
Visibility, vehicle speed, congestion, and safety for people walking and biking were key things the community wanted to see addressed.

6.9 The early feedback was presented to the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board on 24 October 2024.

6.10 Early feedback shaped the draft plan. Consultation on the draft plan started on 11 July and ran until 3 August 2025.

6.11 Project details including links to the Kōrero mai | Let’s Talk webpage were advertised via:

· An email sent to 66 key stakeholders, including previous submitters.

· A post in the local community Facebook page.

· Signs around the intersection.

· A flyer to properties near the intersection.

6.12 The Kōrero mai | Let’s Talk page had 1,182 views throughout the consultation period.

6.13 Staff met with Moon Under Water in early July to discuss the reconfiguration of their lease area and the wider plan. They supported the plan.

6.14 Staff met with representatives of the Somerfield Residents Association on 5 August to discuss the plan and answer questions.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

6.15 Submissions were made by four recognised organisations, two businesses and 66 individuals. All submissions are available on our Kōrero mai webpage.

6.16 Overall, the majority of submitters supported (44, 61%), or somewhat supported the plan (24, 34%). Three submitters did not support the plan, and one said they weren’t sure or didn’t know.

6.17 Key things submitters liked about the plan:

· General support for safety improvements (27)

· Cycling improvements (13)

· Cycle parking (9)

· Cycle median (9)

· Median on Somerfield St (9)

· Speed bumps (7)

· No stopping restrictions on Strickland Street near 1/141 Somerfield Street (4)

6.18 Key things submitters didn’t like about the plan:

· Speed bumps (8) - although one submitter said they would be ok with a raised platform instead

· Cycle median/lane - would prefer cyclists take the lane (3)

· Overall unnecessary/waste of money (2)

6.19 Key things requested by submitters:

· The right hand turns into or out of Somerfield Street should be banned (5)

· Requests for more no stopping restrictions – various locations (3)

6.20 The following changes have been made as a result of consultation feedback:

· Extension of no stopping restrictions on Strickland Street near 1/141 Somerfield Street

· Extension of the green cycle paint on Strickland Street (up to the Keep Clear sign)

· New green cycle paint on the existing Colombo Street cycle lane

· Addition of sharrows on Somerfield Street nearing the intersection

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

6.21.1 Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.22 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.

6.23 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.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.24 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.24.1 Contribute neutrally to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.24.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.25 This is a minor scheme and is therefore unlikely to have a significant impact, however, it is expected to support the use of active modes by providing safer pedestrian and cyclist facilities at an intersection where concerns have previously been raised.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 If approved staff will progress the scheme to detailed design and construction.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	SSWB CRAF - Somerfield St/Strickland St plan for approval	25/1529733	45

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

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Ann Tomlinson - Project Manager

Krystle Anderson - Senior Engagement Advisor

Approved By

Matt Goldring - Transport Team Leader Project Management

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Actions Register Ngā Mahinga

When decisions are made at meetings, these are assigned to staff as actions to implement. The following lists detail any actions from this meeting that were:

· Open at the time the agenda was generated.

· Closed since the last ordinary meeting agenda was generated.

Open Actions Ngā Mahinga Tuwhera

REPORT TITLE/AGENDA SECTION	MEETING DATE	ACTION DUE DATE	UNIT	TEAM
Correspondence	10 April 2025	10 July 2025	Community Support & Partnerships	Governance (Pap-Inn-Cen)
Public Forum - Request for the recommencement of the Grange Street Renewal	15 May 2025	14 August 2025	Transport & Waste	Asset Management
Public Forum - Request for the recommencement of the Grange Street Renewal	15 May 2025	29 August 2025	Three Waters	Asset Management
Correspondence	14 September 2023	30 August 2025	Parks	Parks & Recreation Planning
Correspondence	12 June 2025	11 September 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Fifield Terrace - Proposed No Stopping Restrictions	12 June 2025	11 September 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Public Forum - Cumbria Lane Lighting, Westmorland	12 June 2025	11 September 2025	Community Support & Partnerships	Governance (Pap-Inn-Cen)
Public Forum - Development of New Sections in West Halswell	12 June 2025	11 September 2025	Community Support & Partnerships	Governance (Pap-Inn-Cen)
Public Forum - Spokes Canterbury	12 June 2025	11 September 2025	Transport & Waste	Asset Planning
Public Forum - Replacement for the Plaque at Ashgrove Reserve	13 February 2025	30 September 2025	Parks	Community Parks
Sumner Valley Riding School Trust - proposed new lease	10 April 2025	1 October 2025	Facilities & Property Unit	Property Consultancy
The Green Effect Trust (Trees for Canterbury) - Proposed new lease - Charlesworth Reserve	13 March 2025	1 October 2025	Facilities & Property Unit	Property Consultancy
Public Forum - Basketball court at Ti Rakau Reserve	10 July 2025	9 October 2025	Parks	Parks & Recreation Planning
Public Forum - Tree removal Farnley Reserve	10 July 2025	9 October 2025	Parks	Botanic and Garden Parks
Public Forum - Tree shading property in Hillsborough	10 July 2025	9 October 2025	Parks	Botanic and Garden Parks
Public Forum - Mt Pleasant Community Centre traffic management issues	15 May 2025	14 October 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Beach Hospitality Limited - Landlord Consent to Improvements and Request for Further Lease	13 March 2025	31 October 2025	Facilities & Property Unit	Property Consultancy
Grant an Easment over Waterworks Reserve 109 Scruttons Road Heathcote Christchurch.	15 February 2024	31 October 2025	Facilities & Property Unit	Property Consultancy
2025/26 Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Discretionary Response Fund - Board Projects	14 August 2025	13 November 2025	Community Support & Partnerships	Governance (Hal-Hor-Ric)
Bunyan Street / Domett Street Intersection - Proposed No Stopping Restrictions	14 August 2025	13 November 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Correspondence	14 August 2025	13 November 2025	Parks	Community Parks
Correspondence	14 August 2025	13 November 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Parking changes on Selwyn Street and Milton Street	14 August 2025	13 November 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Proposed Lane Names - 245 Worsleys Road, Cracroft	14 August 2025	13 November 2025	Planning & Consents	Resource Consents
Public Forum - Parking Issues on Opawa Road	14 August 2025	13 November 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund Applications for Consideration	14 August 2025	13 November 2025	Community Support & Partnerships	Governance (Hal-Hor-Ric)
Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund Cashmere High School Board of Trustees, National Readers Cup Challenge in Auckland September 2025 Project	14 August 2025	13 November 2025	Community Support & Partnerships	Governance (Hal-Hor-Ric)
Willard Street - Proposed No Stopping Restrictions	14 August 2025	13 November 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Sumner Tennis and Squash Club Application to lease 8-14 Heberden Avenue and 140 Nayland Street	11 May 2023	1 December 2025	Facilities & Property Unit	Property Consultancy
Spreydon, Somerfield, Waltham, Beckenham CRAF - Lyttelton Street safety improvements	10 July 2025	20 December 2025	Transport & Waste	Project Management
Orion Easement at Waltham Park	10 April 2025	31 December 2025	Facilities & Property Unit	Property Consultancy
Spreydon, Somerfield, Waltham, Beckenham CRAF - Selwyn Street pedestrian and cycle safety improvements	10 July 2025	26 June 2026	Transport & Waste	Project Management
Redcliffs Village - Coastal Pathway safety improvements.	15 February 2024	30 June 2026	Transport & Waste	City Streets Maintenance

Actions Closed Since the Last Meeting Ngā Mahinga kua Tutuki nō Tērā Hui

Actions closed from 1 to 21 August 2025

REPORT TITLE/AGENDA SECTION	MEETING DATE	DUE DATE	ACTION CLOSURE DATE	UNIT	TEAM
Addington Farm - Proposed Lease at Addington Park	10 April 2025	31 August 2025	4 August 2025	Facilities & Property Unit	Property Consultancy
Landsdowne Reserve - Change in Reserve Purpose to Local Purpose (Community Buildings) Reserve	13 March 2025	12 August 2025	4 August 2025	Facilities & Property Unit	Property Consultancy
Public Forum - Sumner Sauna Proposal	13 March 2025	25 July 2025	4 August 2025	Community Support & Partnerships	Governance (Spr-Cas-Hea)
Beckenham Park - Easement over Reserve	10 July 2025	9 October 2025	6 August 2025	Facilities & Property Unit	Property Consultancy
Barrington/Frankleigh/Milton Intersection Improvements	10 July 2025	9 October 2025	7 August 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Garden Development in the Community	13 July 2023	1 December 2025	7 August 2025	Community Support & Partnerships	Governance (Hal-Hor-Ric)
Public Forum - Selwyn Street safety improvements	15 May 2025	14 August 2025	7 August 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Sumner Tennis and Squash Club Application to lease 8-14 Heberden Avenue and 140 Nayland Street	11 May 2023	30 August 2025	8 August 2025	Parks	Residential Red Zone
14 Whiteleigh Avenue Proposed No Stopping	12 June 2025	11 September 2025	10 August 2025	Transport & Waste	Asset Planning
Public Forum - Grange Street Water pipe issues	15 May 2025	14 August 2025	13 August 2025	Three Waters	Service Excellence
Correspondence	10 April 2025	12 August 2025	18 August 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Correspondence	15 May 2025	14 August 2025	18 August 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Public Forum - Renaming of the reserve on Pilgrim Place	15 May 2025	28 August 2025	21 August 2025	Parks	Planning & Policy
Wyn Street Proposed No Stopping Restrictions	10 July 2025	9 October 2025	21 August 2025	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations