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Board members exchanged
the following information:
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The Board were advised that Orton Bradley Park
fete that was recently held was successful.
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Residents have noticed an increase with
commuter traffic in mornings and evenings with new housing developments in Whakaraupō
area. Residents are commenting that the extra transport on the roading
infrastructure is leading to break down of road surfaces.
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It was noted that ECAN have provided funding
for additional public transport services when the larger cruise ships are in
Lyttelton.
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The Lyttelton Harbour Business Association has
recently held its Annual General Meeting and have elected a new Chairperson.
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Pavitt Cottage, Robinsons Bay, recently held a
garden party. Pavitt Cottage is now managed by a private trust.
One of the Trust’s aspirations is to own more land around the cottage.
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The Rod Donald Trust recently held a Strategy
Day for its trustees.
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The Hilda Frame Reserve has its unveiling of
its sign during the Board meeting.
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The Board discussed the Heathcote Cycleway
that runs adjacent to the railway line, at the Scuttons Road intersection.
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The Board were informed that a national rule
has been issued advising that there is to be not bike racks on the front of
buses as it may obscure headlights and licence plates. ECAN have
provided a shuttle service for cyclists to get cycles through the Lyttelton
Tunnel.
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The Board discussed the community meetings for
the Coastal Hazards Adaptation Plan consultation. Community members
have highlighted concerns during the Coastal Hazards Adaptation Plan
consultation the impact on the cost of insurance.
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The Board were advised that is still
uncertainty in the Akaroa community about the proposed Akaroa Wastewater
scheme with continued large community meetings being held.
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The Board were updated on the state of Urumau
Reserve tracks after heavy rainfall; the Reserve Committee are monitoring the
issue.
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A Board member has been contacted about the
feelings of some members of the Lyttelton community upset with the prominent
display of Palestinian flags and posters. This matter will be referred
to the Office of the Chief Executive.
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There has been concern raised in Cass Bay that
a traffic mirror is missing. The Board were advised that the missing
mirror will be reinstated.
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The Lyttelton community held a small event to
remember Parahaka on 5 November.
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The Board were updated that the local
Community Patrol will be meeting with the Banks Peninsula Member of
Parliament regarding anti-social road users in Whakaraupō.
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The Board were advised that the Lyttelton
Emergency Hub expo was a success.
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Two Board members recently attended the
Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA) Summit in Auckland. Two of the subjects
discussed were regenerative tourism and the implementation of Destination
Management Plans.
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The Board were advised that the Chorus
focussed survey results have been sent to Chorus for preparation of their
Information Session presentation on 25 November 2024.
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The Board were updated on Fire and Emergency
Services Fire Sensors that would be advantageous in the Akaroa Bays area.
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The Little River Wairewa Trust recently held
its annual community breakfast with over 250 people attending. The
event was used to hear more of the community’s thoughts on the Little
River Wairewa Good Ideas review.
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Waitaha Primary Health are currently focusing
on how residents are able to contact their general practitioner (GP), not
first responders, during a emergency response period.
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The Board Chairperson outline the recent Board
report and presentation to the Council.
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The Board were advised that the Mayor recently
visited Lyttelton to look at infrastructure issues.
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