Applications at Gisborne District Council

Peel Street Clearway

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:18:18 +1300

Road closure

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:02:26 +1300

Second-hand Sunday participants

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:30:10 +1300

Road closure

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:23:18 +1300

Application for Resource Consent

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:13:18 +1300

Any person may make a submission in writing on the application. For information about how to make a submission

Application for Resource Consent

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:47:31 +1300

PD-2009-104105-00 to construct a beachfront walk and cycleway. The walkway/cycleway will extend from the Customhouse Street bridge to the Midway surf club located along Centennial Marine Drive. This section of the walkway/cycleway will be approximately 1.5km in length and 3m wide. Car parking at Roberts Road may also be extended as part of this work.

RD-2009-104108-00 earthworks associated with the formation of a 3m wide walkway/cycleway over a length of approximately 1.5km, excavating approximately 1300 cubic metres of soil.

Any person may make a submission on this application. For information about how to make a submission

SPARC Rural Travel Fund

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:01:35 +1300

Applications are being sought to assist people aged between 5 and 19 years of age who require subsidies to assist with transport expenses to participate in local summer code sporting competitions. The funding is for school and club teams affiliated with a group or organisation. Please note that applications will only be considered from rural areas. This excludes Gisborne city.

Application for Resource Consent

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:30:13 +1300

Any person can make a submission on this application. For information about how to make a submission

Cancellation of meeting

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:14:10 +1300

Notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Road closure

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:01:08 +1300

Pursuant to the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

During the period of closure no provision will be made for vehicles which would otherwise use the road. It will be an offence under the above regulations for any person otherwise than under authority of an authorised permit, to use the road for vehicle traffic during the period of closure.

Cancellation of meeting

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:37:14 +1300

Notice is hereby given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Stock Droving

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:41:55 +1300

Drains sprayed on Poverty Bay Flats

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:51:08 +1300

Tsunami risk public meetings

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:28:00 +1300

Richard Steele will outline the 2 scenarios that will require evacuations and who has to evacuate. He will also explain why we don't need to evacuate for tsunami generated in the Pacific Islands and why we don't need sirens.

The public meetings will be held:

Monday 2 November in the Lawson Field Theatre at 12.10pm, 1.10pm and 5.15pm

Tuesday 3 November at Awapuni School hall at 5.30pm

Wednesday 4 November at Wainui Beach School at 5.30pm

Tender

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:56:02 +1300

Replacement of earthenware and concrete wastewater pipes with PVC-u pipes at 4 locations within Gisborne city.

Tender documents are available for a non-refundable fee of $100.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Gisborne Education Trust

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:45:02 +1300

To operate Westmount private school until 2020(extended from 2013); construct new buildings and extensions and provide access to the school from the King Street entrance and 301-305 Ormond Road.

If you wish to make a submission on this consent application, see how to make a submission

Proposed Strategy

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:22:05 +1300

Pursuant to Schedule 2 of the Biosecurity Act, notice is hereby given that the submissions below have been received on a Proposed Regional Pest Mangement Strategy for the Gisborne District prepared by Gisborne District Council.

Copies of the submissions can be inspected at the council administrative centre, Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne. A hearing into the submissions will be held at the administrative centre, on Wednesday 18 November 2009 commencing at 9am. Council's decisions on the submissions will be publicly notified and forwarded to each submitter.

A copy of submissions are attached.

Pernod Ricard NZ

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:33:42 +1300

To discharge grape marc and perlite to land whereby it is spread to a depth of approximately 2cm across the vineyard ground.

If you wish to make a submission on this consent application ,see how to make a submission

Meeting resolution

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:46:28 +1300

Resolution from Council held an extraordinary council meeting on Tuesday 22 October 2009 at 2pm. The purpose of the meeting was to respond to a call by the Directors of Gisborne Holdings Ltd, to discuss statements reported in the Gisborne Herald. In compliance with Clause 2.14.5 of Council's Standing Orders, the resolutions passed were :

THAT Council receives the Report

THAT Council passes a Vote of Confidence in the Board of Gisborne Holdings Limited and Tauwhareparae Farms Limited.

THAT Council approves Tauwhareparae Farms Limited to make a preliminary press release of the Tauwhareparae Farms Limited Annual Report

Closure of Waingake Road

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:03:41 +1300

Pursuant to the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that for the purpose of allowing the Gisborne Car Club to hold an event, Waingake Road from Patemaru Road for the next 5 km, will be closed to ordinary vehicular traffic between 10am and 5pm on Sunday 8 November 2009. In the event of wet weather, will be held on 22 November.

Normal traffic flow will be allowed between runs.

It will be an offence under the above Regulations for any person otherwise than under authority of an authorised permit to use the road for ordinary vehicular traffic during the period of closure.

P D Higgs
Engineering & Works Manager

Rere Reserves

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:26:05 +1300

You are invited under section 41(5) of the Reserves Act 1977 to make written suggestions on council's proposal to prepare a management plan for the Rere falls and Rere rockslide. Please identify any concerns, issues or ideas for future management of these areas.

If you wish to make comments on this plan, see reserves submission form

Any queries contact our reserves planner or email service@gdc.govt.nz.

Closure of Gladstone Road

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:54:46 +1300

Under the Local Government Act 1974 section 342 and Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965

Notice is hereby given that the Gisborne District Council, for the purpose of allowing the New Year's Eve Town Clock Celebrations, proposes to close the following roads to ordinary vehicle traffic from 6pm Thursday 31 December 2009 to 2am 1 January 2010.

Gladstone Road from the town clock to the Derby Street & Bright Street intersections
Grey Street - 50m each side of Gladstone Road
Bright Street access to Gladstone Road will not be available during the closure.

During the proposed period of closure there will be no provision for ordinary vehicle traffic which would otherwise use the roads.

Any person objecting to the proposal can lodge a notice of objection in writing before 4pm Friday 20 November 2009 at the council office, Fitzherbert Street.

Rates payments due now

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:27:35 +1300

Last day for payment is 5pm Friday 20 November.

This is the last day to pay the 2nd rates instalment for the 2009/2010 rating year. Payment may be made in person at council's service centres in Fitzherbert Street or at Te Puia Springs. Payments, including postal payments, must be received before 5pm on Friday 20 November 2009 to avoid a 10% penalty.

For telephone or internet banking please quote your valuation number as the reference number. If you are making payments for multiple properties please ensure each property is correctly identified with the valuation number.

You could get up to $550 off your rates

Low income earners – You have until 30 June 2010 to apply for a rate rebate of up to $550 off your rates for this rating year – (1 July 2009 to 30 June 2010)

Check information on Rates Rebates

Public transport in Gisborne

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:18:07 +1300

Gisborne District Council has prepared a draft Regional Public Transport Plan. The draft plan is to guide council’s involvement in public transport services and taxi/shuttle subsidies (total mobility) in the Gisborne District over the next 6 years.

Written submissions are invited on the draft plan until Friday 18 December 2009.

To read the draft plan and download a submission form

Adventure Playground closed

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:28:41 +1300

Council will fell 4 pine trees in the Adventure Playground so that pipes can be laid as part of the new Gisborne Wastewater Scheme. An area in the north-east corner of the playground will be temporarily fenced off with warning tape while this work is done.
The public are advised not to enter this area and to follow the instructions of the contractors on site. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation.

Floodway maps updated

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:37:24 +1300

Further submissions on proposed plan change 40 Clause 7 of the first schedule Resource Management Act 1991 can
now be made in writing to the Gisborne District Council.

Proposed plan change 40 would amend 3 District Plan “c series” maps u43c, u45c and r90c. This will align the ‘F1 River
and Floodway’ and ‘F9 Urban Floodway’ overlays in King Road (Makauri), Ruth Street and Valley Road (Gisborne City)
with the actual physical land drains in each area.

To view copies of the proposed changes, supporting documents and forms.

You can also view the documents at council's service centres in Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Springs, or at HB Williams Memorial Library.

Further submissions

For information about how to make a submission

Use the prescribed form "Form 6" to make a further submission.

A further submission must be in support of, or in opposition to, submissions already made.

Please tell us if you wish to speak at a hearing in support of your submission.

Further submission close at 4pm Monday 14 December 2009

Rivers & Land Drainage, Gisborne District Council

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 15:22:27 +1300

To extract 600cubic meters of shingle from the Waiapu River near State Highway 2 bridge for the construction of concrete ‘dolosse’ groynes at or about NZMG 2976083, 6354030.

To make a submission on this application, see how to make a submission

Wastewater Management meeting

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 08:10:30 +1300

A meeting of the Wastewater Management Committee has been scheduled for Wednesday 16 December commencing at 9am in the Council Chamber, Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne. This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Refuse Cartage contract

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 08:17:46 +1300

Cartage of residual waste and recyclables from transfer stations at Tolaga Bay, Te Karaka, Whatatutu and Matawai to Transpacific AllBrite Limited yard in Gisborne.

The duration of the contact is 3 years.

Tender documents are available from the customer service desk for a non-refundable fee of $100.

The lowest or any tenders shall not necessarily be accepted.

Refuse cartage contract

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 08:24:10 +1300

Cartage of residual waste from transfer stations at Tokomaru Bay, Te Puia Springs, Tikitiki and Te Araroa to the Waiapu Landfill and recyclables to
Transpacific AllBrite Limited yard in Gisborne.

The contract duration is 3 years.

Tender documents are available from the customer service desk for a non-refundable fee of $100.

The lowest or any tenders shall not necessarily be accepted.

Preferred supplier of council signs

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 08:33:35 +1300

Council is rolling out refreshed branding onto its range of signs around the district. To ensure that all new signs meet our branding specifications a preferred supplier is sought. The 2 year contract is for the production and supply of all council signs excluding road and street signs.

Tender documents are available from the customer service.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily accepted.

You will need a copy of council's brand standards and signage template documents, please contact customer services to request these

Closure of Waitangi Road

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 11:56:17 +1300

Waitangi Road, Kanakanaia, will be closed to vehicles between 10am and 5pm on Sunday 6 December 2009. This is to allow a Gisborne Car Club event to take place.
In the event of wet weather, the event will be held on Sunday 13 December.

During the closure, vehicles that normally use the road will be let through now and then. It will be an offence under the above regulations for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965,

Meeting cancellation

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:09:13 +1300

The Community Development Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday 9 December 2009 commencing at 9am has been cancelled due to lack of business. This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Adventure Playground - part closure

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 11:40:58 +1300

A pine tree in the Adventure Playground will be felled so that pipes can be laid as part of the new Gisborne wastewater scheme. An area in the north-east corner of the playground will be temporarily fenced off with warning tape while this work is done. The public are advised not to enter this area and to follow the instructions of the contractors on site.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank the public for their cooperation.

Thomas Wakelin

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 11:47:17 +1300

To take water from the Waru Stream during high flow to develop and sustain a wetland.

The application can be viewed at the customer service desk at Fitzherbert Street.

Any person may make a submission on this application, for information on how to make a submission

Abandoned land

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 12:02:48 +1300

Take notice after the expiry of one month from the date of the publication of this notice The Gisborne District Council intends to exercise its powers under Section 77 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 by seeking orders from the District Court at Gisborne declaring the following land to be abandoned land and authorising the council to sell it or lease it:
A property at 36 Tuparoa Road, Ruatoria more particularly described as all that parcel of land containing 2023 m2 more or less being Manutahi B Block and being all the land comprised and described in Certificate of Title Volume 97 Folio 8 (Gisborne Registry) registered proprietor - Koroua Ponga Hekera Chambers.

Wastewater Management meeting

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:12:53 +1300

The meeting of the Wastewater Management Committee advertised for Wednesday 16 December has been changed to Tuesday 15 December 2009, commencing at 9am in the council chambers, Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Privately requested plan change 3

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:24:20 +1300

Proposed change to the part operative Combined Regional Land and District Plan. The privately requested change is to rezone 4 lots (618, 620, 630 and 638 Nelson Road) west of Taruheru cemetery from their current zoning of rural residential to rural lifestyle.

This change would allow a reduction in the minimum section size from one hectare to half hectare or 5000m2. The proposal would also amend rules for yard distances, dwelling units per site, and minimum allotment sizes for subdivision.

For more information including submission forms - see private plan change 3

Waimata River - Anzac Park revetment wall

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:41:49 +1300

Tenders are invited for the repair of eroded riverbank and protection works along the Waimata River, Anzac Park.

Tender documents are available from our customer service desk in Fitzherbert Street for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 20 January 2010. The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Gisborne Vehicle Testing

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:46:33 +1300

Extended opening hours before Christmas:

Saturday 19 December 8am - 4pm
Monday 21 December 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 22 December 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 23 December 7am - 6pm
Thursday 24 December 8am - 5pm
Friday 25 December - Monday 28 December - closed
Tuesday 29 - Thursday 31 December 8am - 5pm

Gisborne Vehicle Testing will accept vehicle testing discount vouchers form all organisations.

Restricted Fire Season

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:30:28 +1300

Gisborne District Council, acting as a Rural Fire Authority, has declared a Restricted Fire Season over the whole of the Gisborne District Council Rural Fire Authority area from 8am on Saturday 19 December 2009.

This means that no person is allowed to light a fire without obtaining a written permit obtained from the Gisborne District Council. Gas barbeques and gas cookers are not subject to the above restrictions.
Applications for fire permits may take up to 3 working days to process. The above restrictions will remain in force until revoked by council.

The public is further reminded that a permanent restricted fire season applies to all forests and Department of Conservation territories including a 1km wide fire safety zone around these properties within the Gisborne District. Applications for fire permits in these areas need to be directly forwarded to the Eastland Rural Fire District or the Department of Conservation.

This notice is issued under Section 22 (2) of the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977.

Road closure

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:20:40 +1300

Centennial Marine Drive (from Stanley Road to Pacific Street) will be closed to vehicles from 12p.m. on 26 December 2009 to 2 January 2010 inclusive. This is to allow for traffic control during the BW Camping Festival. It will be an offence under the above regulations for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event, to use the roads while they are closed.
This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Rubbish and Recycling Collection

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:33:54 +1300

Rubbish and recycling will be collected as normal on Friday 25 December and Monday 28 December 2009.

Please put out your rubbish and recyclables the night before or by 7am on collection day.

Extra recyclable products can be delivered to Transpacific All Brite’s public drop off centre, 75 Innes Street, Gisborne.

The transfer station at All Brite’s will be closed to the public on Christmas Day but will be open 9.30am to 3.30pm during the weekend and on Monday 28 December.

Rural transfer stations will be closed Christmas Day, normal opening hours will resume on 26 December.

Rubbish and Recycling Collection

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:08:04 +1300

Rubbish and recycling will be collected as normal on Friday 1 January and Monday 4 January 2010.

Please put out your rubbish and recyclables the night before or by 7am on collection day.

Extra recyclable products can be delivered to Transpacific All Brite’s public drop off centre, 75 Innes Street, Gisborne.

The transfer station at All Brite’s will be closed to the public on 1 January but will be open 9.30am to 3.30pm during the weekend and on 4 January 2010.

Rural transfer stations will be closed New Year’s Day, normal opening hours will resume on 2 January 2010.

Road closure

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:47:24 +1300

It is proposed to temporarily close Bright Street from Childers Road to Kahutia Street to vehicles between 9am and 11am on Wednesday 17 March 2010. This is to allow the Memorial Service to take place in front of the RSA. During the closure, no vehicles will be able to use the road.

Any person objecting to this proposal can make their objection in writing stating the reasons why. This must be received before Friday 15 January 2010 at the address below.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Peter Higgs
Engineering & Works Manager

Road Closure

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 16:01:17 +1300

Kaiaua Beach Road from the bridge before the beach to the last public toilet will be closed to vehicles between 8am and 2pm on Thursday 31 December 2009. This is to allow the Kaiaua Charity Beach Races to take place. During the periods of closure, there will be no provision for vehicles to use the roads. It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone, other than those covered by the permits for the above events, to use the roads while they are closed. This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Proposed Regional Pest Management Strategy

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 11:57:12 +1300

Pursuant to Section 79C of the Biosecurity Act, notice is hereby given that decisions have been made on submissions received on a Proposed Regional Pest Management Strategy for the Gisborne District. Copies have been forwarded to submitters and are available from Council’s Fitzherbert Street Office, Gisborne. Phone (06) 8672049, Fax (06) 867 8334, email service@gdc.govt.nz

Creative Communities Funding Scheme

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:31:57 +1300

Applications for financial assistance under this scheme are now being called for.
A total of $13,300 is available for distribution to individuals and organisations for projects, which increase participation in the arts by enhancing and strengthening the local arts sector; widen the range of arts available in the community and support artistic expression of the diverse cultures within the district.
Applicants should reside in the district and projects funded are to take place and produce benefits which are largely experienced within the Gisborne district.

Creative communities funding scheme

Free concerts on Friday nights

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:23:01 +1300

8 January - Free Range
15 January - Akustik Assassin & Angry B'vers. Sorry cancelled due to rain
22 January - Zed Stackers. Sorry cancelled due to forecast rain
29 January - Vicki Horsfall Group
5 February - Gisborne Youth Concert Band
12 February - Gisborne Country Music Club
19 February - Gisborne Concert Band

All concerts are on the lawn in front of the Lawson Field Theatre starting at 6pm to 8pm. Bring a picnic and enjoy the entertainment.

Community Caretakers

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:42:05 +1300

Council is looking for “community caretakers” in Matawai, Whatatutu, Te Karaka, Patutahi, Tolaga Bay, Tokomaru Bay, Te Puia Springs, Ruatoria and Te Araroa.
We need to appoint someone in each of these areas to look after the things that make our communities great – the important stuff that makes us all feel proud of our townships - litter control, opening and closing of transfer stations, graffiti control, landscaping, parks and reserve mowing, weed control and other bits and pieces as required.
You’ve probably thought this needed to be done in your community – well now the opportunity has arisen to look after your slice of paradise and get paid to do it.
Obviously we have some checks and balances in place to ensure we all know what is required but if you live in one of these areas and think you have what it takes and the time to be this person then you need to fill in the form. Forms are also available at the Te Puia Service Centre.

Whitaker & Stafford Streets intersection stormwater upgrade

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:52:45 +1300

Tenders are invited for this 6 week physical works contract which involves upgrading the stormwater system at the Whitaker / Stafford Streets intersection in Gisborne city.

Tender documents are available from our customer service desk for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 10 February 2010.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Closure of Reads Quay

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:56:17 +1300

Reads Quay from Lowe Street to Gladstone Road will be closed to vehicles from 8am to 12 noon on Sunday 24 January 2010. This is to allow for the Wi Pere Trust Centenary Celebrations.

It will be an offence under the above regulations for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Gisborne - the best host region in the world!

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:11:14 +1300

Come along to a meeting with Mayor Meng Foon to share your ideas to make this happen.

When - Friday 29 January 2010

Time - 12 noon to 1pm

Where - Council chambers at Fitzherbert Street

All are welcome. If you hold events or have events experience, are involved in local marae or the tourisum industry or are trying to attract conferences to our regions, we want to hear from you

Harry Barker Reserve

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 15:26:10 +1300

The Gisborne District Council proposes to enter into a lease agreement for part of Harry Barker Recreation Reserve (described legally as lot 67 DP 5189 and lot 1 DP 8676) for the purposes of a sports pavilion.

The PB Cricket and Hockey Associations’ lease for the pavilion expired 30 September 2009. The purpose of the proposed agreement is to re-formalise the club’s occupation of council reserve land.

The term is for 10 years with 2 ten year rights of renewal. The rent shall be reviewed every 5 years in accordance with the Gisborne District Council’s reserves rental policy.

Final terms and conditions are subject to council’s approval.

The proposed lease area is highlighted in red.

Any person may make a submission or objection in writing to the granting of the lease. Your submission should be lodged with Council no later than 5pm on 26 February 2010.

BMX track

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 15:44:04 +1300

The Gisborne District Council proposes to enter into a lease agreement for part of this recreation reserve (described legally as Part Lot 14 DP 4812) for the purposes of a BMX track.

The lease for the club’s track expired 30 February 2009. The purpose of the proposed agreement is to re-formalise the club’s occupation of council reserve land.

The term is for 10 years with 2 ten-year rights of renewal. The rent shall be reviewed every 5 years in accordance with the Gisborne District Council’s Reserves Rental Policy.

The proposed lease area is highlighted in red.

Final terms and conditions are subject to council’s approval.

Any person may make a submission or objection in writing to the granting of the lease. Your submission should be lodged with council no later than 5pm on 26 February 2010.

Tokomaru Bay

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 15:50:58 +1300

The Gisborne District Council proposes to enter into a lease agreement for part of the recreation reserve behind the Tokomaru Bay store and cabins (described legally as Part Section 20 BLK IV Tuatini Maori Township) for the purposes of a camping ground.

The purpose of the proposed agreement is to formalise the current use of the reserve. The term is for 5 years with 2 five-year rights of renewal.

The proposed lease area highlighted in red.

Final terms and conditions are subject to council’s approval.

Any person may make a submission or objection in writing to the granting of the lease. Your submission should be lodged with council no later than 5pm on 26 February 2010.

Water, Stormwater and Wastewater Operation

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:21:52 +1300

Expressions of interest are sought for the operations and maintenance of water, wastewater and stormwater systems, for Gisborne District Council.

The objective of the expression of interest process (EOI) is to identify companies/joint ventures that have the appropriate relevant experience, track record, technical skills and management skills to participate in stage 2 of the procurement process. Short-listed companies/joint ventures will be invited to submit tenders to the contract to deliver water, wastewater and stormwater services to Gisborne district residents and ratepayers.

A key element in short-listing companies/joint ventures will be their approach to working collaboratively with Council. It is likely that the contract will commence in November 2010 and be made up of 3 terms - 2 years + 3 years + 3 years (to coincide with Council’s ten year plan reviews).

The information to be submitted as part of the EOI process can be downloaded below, or requested from Utilities Asset Manager Kevin Strongman. Please note that if material is downloaded it is advisable to email Kevin in order to receive notification of any further notices regarding this expression of interest.

To be considered, expressions of interest must be received by 11am on 26 February 2010. Email attachments are acceptable as long as a hard copy is received by 11am on 1 March 2010 at 15 Fitzherbert Street, PO Box 747, Gisborne 4010.

Documents

Stormwater AMP 2010 see note below

Wastewater AMP 2010 see note below

Water AMP 2010 see note below

EOI 3 Water Requirements

Note : The AMP documents are draft only as they include proposed budgets for projects. The actual figures that were approved through consultation are shown in council's ten year plan Our Ten Year Plan 2009-2019

Hirini Street closed

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:02:02 +1300

Hirini Street from Wainui Road to Crawford Road will be closed for approximately 2 weeks beginning Monday 8 February 2010. The closure is to enable the replacement of part of the main wastewater pipeline from Kaiti. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

Waipaoa Station Bridge

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:58:06 +1300

A maximum weight limit of 5 tonne gross is imposed until further notice due to recent flood damage to the Waipaoa Station Bridge on Waipaoa Road.

Graham Road stormwater upgrade

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:57:12 +1300

Tenders are invited for the replacement of 375 mm diameter steel and concrete stormwater pipes with PVC-u SN 16 pipes and related works in Graham Road.

Contract duration is 6 weeks.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1 pm Wednesday 3 March 2010.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Rere Falls reserve

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:07:42 +1300

Council intends changing the status of a small stock paddock within Rere Falls Reserve to ‘recreation reserve’ (as defined by the Reserves Act 1977).

The status change is proposed to make the land consistent with the rest of Rere Falls Reserve. This will enable future recreational use and provide access to the reserve from Wharekopae Road on the western side of Wharekopae River.

Anyone can make a submission on this proposal.

For more information including a site plan and making an online submission

Nelson Road

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:13:02 +1300

A summary of submissions received on proposed private plan change 3 (Nelson Road) can now be reviewed.

Further submissions may be made in writing to the Gisborne District Council.

The privately requested plan change is to rezone 4 lots (618, 620, 630, and 638 Nelson Road), west of the Taruheru Cemetery, from their current zoning of rural residential to rural lifestyle.

This change would allow a reduction in the minimum section size from 1 hectare to half hectare (or 5,000m2).

The proposal would also amend rules for yard distances, dwelling units per size, and minimum allotment sizes for subdivision.

For more information about the plan change

Mata Road works finished

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:02:02 +1300

Original message 10 February 2010
Mata Road at RP 16 was closed to all traffic for 7 days on 10 February to enable urgent reinstatement works to be carried
out.
Alternative routes are available on Ihungia/Tuakau Roads or Tauwhareparae/Fernside Roads.
We apologise for any inconvenience

For a site map

Abandoned land

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:19:18 +1300

After the expiry of 1 month from the date of the publication of this notice the Gisborne District Council intends to exercise its powers under Section 77 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 by seeking orders from the District Court at Gisborne declaring the following land to be abandoned land and authorising the council to sell it or lease it:

A property at Devery Street, Whatatutu more particularly described as ALL THAT parcel of land containing 8094m² more or less being Lot 1 Deposited Plan 2918 and being all the land comprised and described in Certificate of Title Volume 2C Folio 300 (Gisborne Registry) registered proprietors –

Joseph Kiriwera, Daphne Ripeka Brown, Graham Master Kere Orupe, Irene Peace Mua, Hirini Okeroa Terae Te Kaihau Orupe (also know as Sydney Tipene) (also known as Peneha), Moetu Matahi, Kiri Te Kere, Hiriwa Whiri, Paul Orupe, Dick Puri Orupe, Joe Karauna Orupe, Waimana Phyllis Kui Brown, Hine Tangi Tupo, Willy (also known as Nancy Orupe), Dahlia Tawhai.

Rates payment due

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:59:53 +1300

Monday 22 February is the last day to pay the 3rd rates instalment for the 2009/2010 rating year.

Payments, including postal and internet payments, must be received before 5pm on Monday 22 February 2010.

For telephone or internet banking please quote your valuation number as the reference number. If you are making payments for multiple properties, please make sure each property is correctly identified with the valuation number.

For council's bank account details

Cancellation of meeting

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:37:03 +1300

The hearings meeting scheduled for Wednesday 3 March 2010 has been cancelled due to insufficient business.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Draft Annual Plan 2010/11

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:12:21 +1300

Councillors and staff have organised a series of community update meetings to discuss council's plans for the next financial year - 1 July 2010 - 30 June 2011.

Check the schedule of community update meetings.

For further information including a full copy of the draft Annual Plan and to make a submission.

Tell us what you think about the plan by making a submission before 4pm on Friday 26 March 2010.

A copy of the full draft Annual Plan will be available for viewing from Wednesday 3 March at:

Council's customer services desk at Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Springs
HB Williams Memorial Library
Hatea-A-Rangi School
Makauri School
Matawai School
Manutuke School
Ngata Memorial College
Patutahi School
Te Karaka School
Te Kura Kaupapa Mai Tawhiti
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Tapere-Nui-A-Whatonga
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Te Waiu o Ngati Porou
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Tokomaru
Te Puia Springs School
Te Waha o Rerekohu Area School
Tiniroto School
Tolaga Bay Area School
Uawa FM
Waerenga-O-Kuri School
Waerenga-O-Kuri Store
Waikohu College
Wainui Beach School
Whangara School
Whatatutu School

Mangatai Bridge

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:50:12 +1300

A maximum weight limit of 5 tonne gross is imposed until further notice.
This is due to recent flood damage to the Mangatai Bridge on Te Kowahi Road.

Mangapouri Station

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:57:14 +1300

To take up to 1200 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 13.9 litres per second, 7 days per week, for 8 months per year (avoiding low flow periods) from the Whatatuna Stream into a constructed storage dam for irrigation purposes.
At or about NZMS 260 Y18 2934013, 6269601.

A copy of the application is available for viewing at council's customer service.

If you wish to make a submission on this consent application see how to make a submission

Site map

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Sale of Liquor policy review

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 04:21:29 +1300

The Gisborne District Licensing Agency, which is a function of council, has a role to play in the reduction of liquor abuse through its responsibilities and obligations under the Sale of Liquor Act.

Council believes that the key to achieving the aim of the Act is in the promotion of responsible attitudes of both licensees and the public to liquor consumption. The policy provides guidance and consistency when it comes to liquor licensing matters for the public, police, licensees and licensing inspectors.

The purpose of the Sale of Liquor Policy is to assist with:

establishing a reasonable system of control over the sale and supply of liquor to the public
contribute to the reduction of liquor abuse as far as can be achieved by legislative means.

Council is proposing some changes to the current policy and is seeking feedback from the public on these.

For more information on the policy review

Anyone may make a submission on the proposed changes

Cancellation of meeting

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:53:40 +1300

The meeting of the Environment and Policy committee scheduled for Wednesday 10 March 2010 has been cancelled due to insufficient business.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Flushing dead-end water mains

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:51:59 +1300

Gisborne District Council will be flushing the dead-end water mains. These are mostly located in cul-de-sacs and no exit streets.
After the water main has been flushed in your street, it is recommended you run water to waste - turn on your front outside tap for at least 5 minutes to run it clear. This is to ensure no ‘rusty water’ enters your property. This could possibly stain your washing. The water mains are flushed to ensure council continues to deliver the highest quality water.

If you have any problems with your water quality after the flushing - please check our water advice

Streets to be flushed on Wednesday 17 March are:

Aerodrome Road
Attlee Place
Awapuni Road
Banks Street
Birrell Street
Carnarvon Street
Childers Road
Dunstan Road
Esplanade
Grey Street
Heron Place
Heta Road
Hurahura Road
Kaiti Beach Road
Karaka Street
Kauri Street
Konini Street
Main Road (Makaraka)
Northcote Road
Ora Street
Palmerston Road
Peel Street
Puriri Street
Racecourse Road
Reads Quay
Saleyards Road
Score Road
Scott Street
Temple Road
Thomson Street
Victoria Street

Streets to be flushed on Thursday 18 March are:

Anita Grove
Asquith Street
Beetham Ave
Byron Street
Chichester St
Churchill Crescent
Clifton Place
De Costa Avenue
Desmond Road
Elsdon Best Street
Fergusson Drive
Goldsmith Street
Judd Street
Karamu Street
Keiha Street
Knox Street
Kowhai Street
Leon Street
Loisel Street
Margaret Place
Matai Street
Mason Street
Muir Street
Nelson Road
Noel Bull Ave
Parkview Place
Pohutukawa Grove
Potae Avenue
Rata Street
Rimu Street
Roger Place
Ruru Avenue
Ruth Street
School Road
Steed Avenue
Titoki Street
Uren Place
Westpark Place

Streets to be flushed on Friday 19 March are:

Adair Street
Argyll Street
Ash Street
Ayton Street
Belgium Terrace
Bryce Street
Campbell Street
Dalrymple Road
Diana Drive
Duncan Street
Dryden Street
Edward Street
Franklin Street
Grundy Street
Greenwood St
Hillary Heights
Hillview Terrace
Howarth Street
Jellicoe Street
John Street
Justin Street
Kennedy Street
Kingfisher Drive
Massey Road
Oak Street
Patiti Street
Patrick Street
Russell Street
Shelley Road
Stanford Crescent
Walsh Street
Wi Pere Street

Streets to be flushed on Monday 22 March are:

Adams Road
Aldred Street
Belfast Cres
Central Street
Crawford Road
Dickson Street
Endcliffe Road
Forest Park Lane
Gardner Place
Grant Road
Haronga Road
Harris Street
Hauroa Road
Healey Place
Hinaki Street
Island Road
Kingsley Street
Lewis Street
Manners Court
Maude Street
Norwood Road
Ormond Road
Oxford Street
Queens Drive
Richardson Av
Ropata Street
Riverside Road
Shaw Street
Stevenson Lane
Sunvale Crescent
Tukura Road
Turanga Road
Waimata Road
Waiteata Street
Wallis Road
York Street

Streets to be flushed on Tuesday 23 March are:

Alice Street
Boyle Street
Coldstream Road
Currie Place
Daphne Street
Darwin Road
Davy Place
Donna Street
Dennis Road
Edelsten Place
Einstein Street
Gillies Street
Halley Street
Hansford Court
Heatherlea St
Hershell Road
Hector Street
Hooper Street
Hudson Street
Jackson Street
Kara Street
Kelvin Street
Lawrence Place
Lister Place
Lorraine Street
Lyell Road
Magnolia Street
Marian Drive
Martin Street
Mildura Place
Peter Buck Street
Ralph Street
Vivian Street
Wainui Road
Wildish Street

This message is provided as a precaution only.

Road closure

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:49:11 +1300

Bright Street from Childers Road to Kahutia Street will be closed to vehicles from 9am to 11am on Wednesday 17 March 2010.
This is to allow the memorial service to take place in front of the RSA.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

April meetings

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:46:59 +1300

Council and committee meetings for April 2010

Meeting	Date	Time
Community Development	7 April	9am
Environment & Policy	7 April	1pm
Finance & Monitoring	8 April	9am
Operations	8 April	1pm
Assets Review sub-committee	8 April	3.30pm
Hearings	14 April	9am
Patutahi Reserve Board (Patutahi Hall)	14 April	7.30pm
Wastewater Management	22 April	9am
Council	29 April	9am

For agendas and reports check our meetings calendar

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Road maintenance contract

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:32:27 +1300

Tenders are invited for the road maintenance of 705km of sealed and unsealed roads within the Gisborne district northern roading network. The contract is from 1 July 2010 to 30 June 2013 with up to 2 further one year renewals.

Tender documents are available from customer services for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm on Wednesday 12 May 2010.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

SPARC Rural Travel Fund

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 11:47:38 +1300

The SPARC Rural Travel Fund is designed to help subsidise travel for junior teams participating in local sport competition.

Applications for the SPARC Rural Travel Fund winter codes are now being sought by rural sports clubs and rural school teams with young people aged between 5 and 19 years who require subsidies to assist with transport expenses to attend local sporting competitions. This does not include training, or travel to attend any regional or national competitions.

Preference will be given to teams and sports codes that do not qualify for 'Sport on the Move' funding. Applications from Gisborne city are excluded.

Definition of eligible teams:

School club teams and sport club teams are defined as:

“a school club team participating in regular local sport competition in weekends, that excludes inter-school and intra-school competitions played during school time” and/or;

“a sports club team participating in organized, regular sport competition through club membership outside of school time”

Waiapu area landfill

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 11:03:12 +1300

A public presentation about the Waiapu area landfill resource consent will be held at:

Uepohatu Marae, Whakarua Park in Ruatoria on Tuesday 13 April from 3pm - 6pm

To read the Waiapu area landfill - assessment of effects

Rubbish and recycling kerbside collection

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 12:29:33 +1300

Rubbish and recycling will be collected as normal on Good Friday 2 April and Easter Monday 5 April 2010.

Please put your rubbish and recyclables out the night before or by 7am on collection day.

Extra recyclable products can be delivered to Transpacific AllBrite’s public drop off centre at 75 Innes Street, Gisborne.

The refuse transfer station at AllBrite’s will be open to the public 9.30am to 3.30pm on Good Friday, Easter Sunday & Monday, and 8am to 4pm on Saturday.

Rural transfer station will be open as normal.

Proposal to close roads

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 02:23:35 +1300

It is proposed to temporarily close the roads below to allow the Gisborne Car Club to hold gravel and sealed road hill climb events in 2010.

Sunday, 9 May or 16 May - Pakarae Road – whole road.

Saturday, 5 June or 12 June - Waimata Valley Road – From the Witters Estate to the metal pit at the top of Greys Hill.

Saturday, 9 October or 16 October - Waingake Road from Patemaru Road for the next 5 km.

Saturday, 4 December (No rain out) - Kanakanaia Road - From the Bruce Road intersection to the end of the seal at the top of Kanakanaia Hill.

Sunday, 5 December (No rain out) - Waitangi Road, Kanakanaia – whole road.

Each event will be held between 10am and 5pm on the first date provided the weather is favourable. If not, the event will be postponed to the second date. Each event will consist of a number of runs. Normal traffic flows will be allowed between runs.

Any person objecting to the proposals can make their objection in writing stating the reasons why. This must be received at council before 4pm Friday 16 April 2010.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Dune care planting

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 02:38:32 +1300

Come along a meet Wayne O'Keefe, who is responsible for beach care in the Bay of Plenty. Wayne will give a presentation and lead a discussion on planting sand-binding grasses.

When: Tuesday 13 April at 6pm
Where: Wainui Beach school hall

Rating valuation services

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 02:22:54 +1200

Tenders are invited for the provision of rating valuation services for the Gisborne District Council for July 2010 to June 2013 (3 years) or July 2010 to June 2016 (6 years). Both terms have a possible 3 year renewal at the discretion of council.

Tender documents are available upon request from Simon Jeune, Information Manager, phone (06) 867 2049 extn 8322.

Tenders close 4pm on Friday 30 April 2010.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Waipaoa River Flood Control Scheme

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 11:02:48 +1200

Council invites interested and affected landowners to a meeting to discuss possible options for upgrading the Waipaoa River Flood Control Scheme. This will include various levels of protection and possible changes to the way the scheme is rated.

Council wishes to get preliminary feedback on the scheme review options before making a decision whether or not to consult on a preferred option.

Two meetings are being held. Please attend one or both to suit your convenience.

Thursday 15 April 2010 at 4pm at the Bushmere Arms Hotel, Waerenga-a-Hika

Tuesday 27 April 2010 at 4pm at the Patutahi Hall

Gisborne District Sister Cities Inc

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 11:25:50 +1200

The AGM will be held on Monday 26 April at 4.45pm at the Gisborne District Council Committee Room, Fitzherbert Street.

The Gisborne District Council has several sister and friendly city relationships that it has developed to:

Increase international understanding between the people of Gisborne and the people of these international cities
Encourage economic, social and cultural development for mutual benefit.

A community elected committee meets to foster these relationships, so build your international connections by joining us.

For further information contact Judy Livingston 867 2049 ext 5868.

Gisborne district street light maintenance

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 01:59:15 +1200

Tenders are invited for the maintenance of the Gisborne district street light network commencing 1 July 2010.

Tender documents are available from council’s customer services for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 12 May 2010.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Te Araroa Domain

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 02:06:35 +1200

Gisborne District Council proposes to enter into 2 lease agreements for part of the Te Araroa Domain (described legally as Part Section 33 Te Araroa Maori TNSP ML 1312/3) for sporting clubrooms.

The land otherwise known as Matakaoa Reserve, is classified as recreation reserve (GN 135651 NZ Gazette 1980 p1049) and subject to the provisions of the Reserves Act 1977.

The purpose of the proposed agreements is to formalise Tokararangi Sports Club's and East Cape Hunting Fishing and Tourism's buildings on the reserve. The term of the agreements is for 5 years with 2 5-year rights of renewal. Final terms and conditions are subject to council's approval.

Any submission or objection to the granting of the leases should be lodged with council no later than 5pm 14 May 2010.

The proposed lease areas are highlighted in red.

Anzac Day

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 01:47:26 +1200

The Gisborne Anzac Day Civic Service will be held at the Cenotaph on The Esplanade at 9.30am on Sunday 25 April 2010.

The service will be preceded by a parade of veterans and others.

The parade will depart from Peel Street (between Gladstone Road and Childers Road) at 9.15am and proceed along Gladstone Road to the Esplanade. Participants are requested to wear their medals and remove headgear at the appropriate time during the ceremony.

The parade marshall will be W/01 Jim Nisbett.

The speaker at the service will be Wing Commander Karl Harvey, CO Expeditionary Support Squadron.

The general public are cordially invited to attend. Bus transport will be provided for War Veterans who do not wish to march back to the RSA.

Any changes to the above due to the weather will be announced on More FM (89.9FM & 98.9FM), Classic Hits ZGFM (90.9FM), Radio Ngati Porou and Turanga FM prior to 8.30am regarding a change of venue.

Hospital Hill walkway

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 11:29:13 +1200

The Hospital Hill / Valley Road walkway and the Turanga Gardens walking tracks on Hospital Hill will be closed to pedestrians during the week Monday 19 to Friday 23 April from 8am to 5pm, to allow contractors to fell trees.

While work is being carried out, the walking tracks will be closed in the interests of public safety.
Please note all tracks will be closed if signs are up indicating closure.

Meeting for May 2010

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 11:48:36 +1200

Meetings of the council and its committees schedule for May

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Old Motu Coach Trail

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 04:25:55 +1200

The Old Motu Coach Trail is a cycleway proposed to run between Matawai and Opotiki. The concept is being investigated as part of the Prime Minister’s NZ Cycle Trail programme – Nga Haerenga.

If you're interested in growing Eastland’s tourism and services sectors, bring your ideas along to one of 3 public meetings:

Gisborne District Council committee room, Fitzherbet Street at 12noon Monday 19 April

Motu Community House, 10am Tuesday 20 April

Opotiki District Council Chambers, 5pm Tuesday 20 April

Restricted fire season revoked

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 01:30:38 +1200

The restricted fire season for most of the Gisborne district has been cancelled, from 8am on Friday 16 April 2010. The cancellation is under Section 22(2) of the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977.

An open fire season has been declared for rural areas.

A restricted fire season still applied to Gisborne city, rural urban areas and other gazetted urban fire districts and the Gisborne district beaches. A permit is required to light a fire in the open air.

A permanent restricted fire season applies to forest land and an additional 1 kilometre wide zone around forest land. Forest land includes all Department of Conservation (DoC) land. Rural fire officers of the Eastland Rural Fire District or Department of Conservation are responsible for the issue of fire permits for these areas.

For more information about the fire season.

AW & AM Hope

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:34:48 +1200

An application for resource consent to take up to 44 litres of water per day at a maximum rate of 1 litre per second from underground at map reference NZMS 260 Y18 2937178 6274823

A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

How to make a submission.

Location map

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C & A Alder

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:18:54 +1200

Resource consent to take up to 400 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 4.6 litres per second from the Te Arai River at map reference NZMS 260 Y18 2933990 6268553.

A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

To make a submission

Location map

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Prue Duncan

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:29:11 +1200

Resource consent application to take up to 110 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 2.5 litres per second from underground at map reference NZMS 260 Y18 2938094 6272865.

A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

To make a submission

Location map

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Te Whanau A Kai Trust

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:36:27 +1200

Resource consent to take up to 104 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 5 litres per second from an infiltration chamber bedded into the Waipaoa river bed at map reference NZMS 2937752, 6277817.

This water permit is required for the Waituhi community reticulated water scheme.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

To make a submission

Location map

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Compost workshops

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 12:22:44 +1200

The free workshops will be held at the community garden established by SuperGrans in Mildura Place, opposite the Kaiti Mall. There are 2 sessions available.

Friday 30 April 9am - 10am
Saturday 1 9am - 10am

All welcome.

Free workshop for seniors

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:22:09 +1200

The workshop will be held at the Lawson Field Theatre on Friday 7 May 11am - 2.30pm (lunch provided)

Workshop will cover

financial safeguards
insurance
civil defence
disaster management
falls prevention
exercise programme
the wiz

The workshop is free and all seniors are welcome to attend. Please contact us to register, this is for catering and resource purposes.

Ruatoria kerbside collection

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:48:53 +1200

Residents of Ruatoria are advised that beginning Wednesday 12 May, the Ruatoria kerbside refuse and recycling collection service will operate from 8.30am to 11am.

Matawai and Te Araroa refuse transfer stations

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:59:24 +1200

Beginning Wednesday 12 May, the opening hours will be as follows:

Matawai

Wednesday 12-2pm

Saturday 2-4pm

Sunday 2-5pm

Te Araroa

Tuesday 10am-12 noon

Thursday 9-10am and 3-5pm

Saturday 10am-12pm

Sunday 11am-4pm

Impounded stock

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:23:35 +1200

Council has seized and impounded the following stock from Bushmere Road on 27 April 2010:

5 ewes - 3 with ear tags, 2 with W fore bit left ear

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at:

Granny Tarr Street pound Friday 7 May 2010 at 2.15pm

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

Appointment of ECT trustees

Tue, 04 May 2010 01:17:10 +1200

Applications are invited from persons interested in being appointed as a Trustee. Gisborne District Council holds the right of appointment under the Trust Deed. In accordance with Clause 11 of the Trust Deed, 2 trustees are to retire by rotation. Both retiring trustees have advised that it is their intention to not seek reappointment.

The Eastland Community Trust holds the shareholding in Eastland Infrastructure Ltd, Eastland Network Ltd and Eastland Port Ltd. The Trust also has an independent investment company (Eastland Development Fund).

Under its Trust Deed, it is charged with various responsibilities relating broadly to the preservation of the value of that investment, and the use of income from it to the benefit of the district’s residents as beneficiaries of the trust.

Applications close 4pm Friday 21 May. Applications should include a full curriculum vitae and should be labelled "Eastland Community Trust Appointment" and be lodged with the Mayor's personal assistant.

A fact sheet including further information as to the attributes required of Trustees

Wainui Okitu community workshops

Tue, 04 May 2010 07:30:41 +1200

Council is keen to continue working alongside Wainui/Okitu residents on local environmental issues.

To do this, workshops will be held this month and we encourage all residents to attend one of the workshops.

Tuesday 11 May 6pm - 8pm at Wainui School Hall
Friday 14 May 10am - 12 midday at Wainui tennis club rooms, Cleary Road

Find out more and share your ideas on:

urban design and planning
dune care
septic systems
environmental water quality

W & A Zwart

Fri, 07 May 2010 11:30:37 +1200

It is proposed to subdivide Lot 1 DP 6121 into 3 allotments. Lots 2 & 3 do not comply with the minimum allotment size of 1 hectare for the Rural Residential Zone. A copy of the application including an assessment of environmental effects is available below.

Any person may make a written submission on this application. How to make a submission

Location map

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NZ Department of Corrections

Tue, 11 May 2010 16:06:18 +1200

The application is for a non-complying activity in the outer commercial zone to establish a community probation service centre, including the erection of a purpose-built building at 156 - 158 Kahutia Street, Gisborne on land legally described as Lot 101 DP 1357 and Lot 102 DP 1357.

Any person may make a submission on this application. How to make a submission.

A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant. Submissions close 4pm Monday 14 June 2010.

A copy of the application including an assessment of environmental effects is available below.

Location map

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Rates payment due

Fri, 14 May 2010 11:14:48 +1200

Thursday 20 May is the last day to pay the 4th rates instalment for the 2009/2010 rating year.

Payments, including postal payments, must be received before 5pm on Thursday 20 May 2010 to avoid a 10% penalty.

Applications for rates rebates of up to $550 this year close on Wednesday June 30 2010. No late applications can be accepted.

For details on payment options

Rates rebate information

Pakarae Road closed

Fri, 14 May 2010 11:15:04 +1200

Pakarae Road, Whangara, will be closed to vehicles between 10 am and 5 pm on Sunday 16 May 2010 to allow a Gisborne Car Club hill climb to take place.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Peter Higgs
Engineering & Works Manager

Waimata Valley Road and Mander Road

Fri, 14 May 2010 11:59:40 +1200

It is proposed to temporarily close the roads below to allow the Gisborne Car Club to hold hill climb events:

Sunday 6 June or 13 June (altered date from 5 June)
Waimata Valley Road – from the Witters Estate to the metal pit at the top of Greys Hill

Sunday 4 July or 11 July
Mander Road – Whole road.

Any person objecting to the proposals can make their objection in writing stating the reasons why. This must be received by council before 4pm Friday 28 May.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Reserve land

Tue, 18 May 2010 10:44:36 +1200

The Gisborne District Council proposes to revoke the reserve status of the land described below to enable it to be sold.

Section 1 SO 410222 (643 m2) situated at 103A Lytton Road, Gisborne.

The land was gazetted to be public reserve for recreation purposes in 1969.

The land has not been used for recreation reserve purposes as part of Harry Barker Reserve for many years and it is believed to have no future use for that or any other reserve purpose.

Any submission or objection to the reserve revocation must be received by council no later than 5 pm 21 June 2010.

This notice is given under the Reserves Act 1977.

Extraordinary council meeting

Thu, 20 May 2010 09:00:48 +1200

The purpose of this meeting on Monday 24 May at 9am, is to interview candidates for appointment to the Eastland Community Trust (ECT). And if agreed by the meeting, to resolve who the appointees are to be.
The meeting will be held with the public excluded for privacy reasons.
This notice is given pursuant to the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Meeting schedule

Thu, 20 May 2010 09:44:02 +1200

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for June 2010 are as follows:

Hearings - 2 June 9am
Community Development - 9 June 9am
Environment & Policy - 9 June 1pm
Finance & Monitoring - 10 June 9am
Operations - 10 June 1pm
Hearings - 16 June 9am
Wastewater Management - 17 June 9am
Patutahi Reserve Board (Patutahi Hall) - 23 June 7.30pm
Council - 24 June 9am

All meetings will be held at Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne. For the agendas and staff reports

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Waipaoa River flood control

Tue, 25 May 2010 15:59:18 +1200

Council is interested in the views of landowners and interested parties regarding their preferred Waipaoa River flood protection scheme option. The present scheme provides protection against a 70-year rain event.

These are the possible options to upgrade the scheme.

Now is the time to tell council which option you prefer.
You can give us your feedback online, you must get it to us before 5pm Monday 31 May 2010.

Te Arai Trust

Tue, 25 May 2010 16:08:29 +1200

To take up to 255 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 3.8 litre per second from the Te Arai River.

Location: Whakatere Road

Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2934029 6268486

Application Number: WP-2010-104375-00

Applicant: Te Arai Trust, P O Box 2002 Gisborne

A Water Permit is required for the irrigation of crops. The application is a renewal of an existing consent and is for a period of 5 years.

Any person may make a written submission. To make a submission

Location map

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RE & FE Pell

Tue, 25 May 2010 16:32:55 +1200

To take up to 115 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 4 litres per second from underground.

Location: 157 Riverpoint Road
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2939025 6270731

Application Number: WP-2010-104389-00

Applicant: R E & F E Pell, 21A Willows Road, RD1 Gisborne.

A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops.

The application is a renewal of an existing consent for a period of 5 years.

Any person may make a written submission on this application. To make a submission

Location map

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O Gedye

Tue, 25 May 2010 16:40:46 +1200

To take up to 432 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 15 litres per second from the Waipaoa River.

Location: Kirkpatrick Road
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2937250 6274700

Application Number: WP-2010-104394-00

Applicant: O Gedye, 279 Tiniroto Road, RD2 Gisborne

A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops.

The application is a renewal of an existing consent for a period of 5 years.

Any person may make a submission on this application. To make a submission.

Location map

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CR & AM Beaufoy

Tue, 25 May 2010 16:47:30 +1200

To take up to 130 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 1.5 litres per second from underground.

Location: 994 Back Ormond Road
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2941687 6277431

Application Number: WP-2010-104406-00

Applicant: C R & A M Beaufoy, 994 Back Ormond Road, RD1 Gisborne

A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops.
The application is a renewal of an existing consent for a period of 5 years.

Any person may make a written submission. To make a submission

Location map

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J Ladd

Tue, 25 May 2010 16:52:05 +1200

To take up to 191 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 2.95 litres per second from underground.

Location: 59 Bloomfield Road
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2938694 6271996

Application Number: WP-2010-104407-00

Applicant: J Ladd, 151 Knight Road, RD2 Gisborne

A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops.
The application is a renewal of an existing consent for a period of 5 years.

Any person may make a written submission on this application. To make a submission.

Location map

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SJ McKeague

Tue, 25 May 2010 16:56:35 +1200

To take up to 205 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 19 litres per second from underground.

Location: Tarnbrae Road
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2938198 6270452

Application Number: WP-2010-104408-00

Applicant: Stuart John McKeague, P O Box 2050 Gisborne

A water permit is required for the washing of metal.
The application is a renewal of an existing consent and is for a period of 5 years.

Any person may make a submission on this application. To make a submission.

Location map

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BD & NA Humphrey

Thu, 27 May 2010 12:11:08 +1200

To take up to 455 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 9 litres per second from Te Arai River.

Location: Papatu Road
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2933330 6268658

Application Number: WP-2010-104410-00

Applicant: B D & N A Humphrey, CMB 92, Manutuke 4053

A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops.

This application is a renewal of an existing consent and is for a period of 5 years.

Any person may make a submission on this application. How to make a submission

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IR & DM Willimott

Thu, 27 May 2010 12:17:44 +1200

To take up to 270 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 5.8 litres per second from underground.

Location: 184 Opou Road
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2938787 6269445

Application Number: WP-2010-104411-00

Applicant: I R & D M Willimott, 184 Opou Road, RD2 Gisborne

A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops.

This application is a renewal of an existing consent and is for a period of 5 years.

Any person may make a submission on this application. How to make a submission.

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Gisborne District Council

Mon, 31 May 2010 15:31:04 +1200

The following applications for resource consent have been received:

Discharge to Land - DL2010-104321-00
A “discretionary activity” to “discharge contaminants to land (the refuse) in circumstances contaminants may enter groundwater (the leachate).

Discharge to Land - DL2010-104322-00
A “discretionary activity” to “discharge contaminants to land (irrigation of leachate over the landfill area) in circumstances that contaminants may enter groundwater.

Discharge to Water - DW2010-104323-00
A “discretionary activity” to “discharge stormwater to ground and surface water.

Water Permit - WP2010-104324-00
A “discretionary activity” to “divert ground water.

Discharge to Land - DL2010-104325-00
A “discretionary activity” to “discharge treated leachate to land

Discharge to Land - DL2010-104326-00
A “discretionary activity” to “discharge contaminants to land (septage) in circumstances contaminants may enter groundwater (the leachate)

Discharge to Air - DA2010-104327-00
A "discretionary activity to discharge contaminants to air (landfill gas)

For more information on the Waiapu Area Landfill resource consent application
The site is designated for refuse disposal purposes in the Gisborne District Council's Combined Regional Land and District

Any person may make a submission on this application. To make a submission

Location map

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Rating information database

Mon, 31 May 2010 16:08:32 +1200

The Rating Information Database is available for public inspection at customer services between 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

The rating information database contains a record of the information required for setting and assessing rates.

Members of the public are to have reasonable access to the information in the database relating to the calculation of liability for rates.

This notice is given under Section 28 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002.

Rubbish and recycling collection

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 08:39:11 +1200

Rubbish and recycling will be collected as normal on Monday 7 June 2010. Please put out your rubbish and recyclables the night before or by 7am on collection day.

Extra recyclable products can be delivered to Transpacific All Brite’s public drop off centre, 75 Innes Street, Gisborne.

The refuse transfer station at All Brite’s will be open as follows:

Saturday - 8am to 4pm
Sunday & Monday - 9.30am to 3.30pm

Rural transfer stations will be open as normal.

Waimata Valley Road temporarily closed

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 08:44:21 +1200

Waimata Valley Road from the Witters Estate to the metal pit at the top of Grey’s Hill will be closed to vehicles between 10am and 5pm on Sunday 6 June 2010 to allow a Gisborne Car Club hill climb to take place. In the event of wet weather it will be held on 13 June.

During the closure, vehicles that normally use the road will be let through now and then. It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Gisborne Rally 2010

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 16:37:29 +1200

It is proposed to temporarily close the roads below to allow Rally NZ to hold the Gisborne Rally on Saturday 7 August 2010 between the times shown. It is estimated that the number of vehicles taking part will be 60.

Parikanapa Road – 8.45 am to 3.45 pm
Parikanapa Road from Tiniroto Road to Tiniroto Road (travelling west to east)

Ruakaka Road – 9.30 am to 4.30 pm
Ruakaka Road from its junction with Richardson Road
Richardson Road from Ruakaka Road to its junction with Tiniroto Road

Pehiri-Taumata Roads – 10.45 am to 5.45 pm
Pehiri Road from the end of the tarmac to its junction with Taumata Road
Taumata Road from Pehiri Road to the start of tarmac

During the closures, no vehicles will be able to use the roads.

Any person objecting to the proposals can make their objection in writing stating the reasons why.
This must be received before 4pm Wednesday 16 June.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Sale of liquor policy

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 10:52:52 +1200

Gisborne District Council has completed a review of the Gisborne District Licensing Agency's Sale of Liquor Policy.

Council adopted the policy at their meeting on 27 May 2010 and it will take effect from this date.

This replaces all previous policies.

Sale of Liquor Policy

Council housing grounds maintenance

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:20:34 +1200

Tenders are invited for the mowing of council’s nine city housing complexes for a 3 year period from 5 July 2010 to 30 June 2013.

The tender documents are below.

Please note - if you download these tender documents, you should email us your contact details. If we have any additional information to go with the tender documents at a later date - we need to be able to contact you.

Email service@gdc.govt.nz to register your name, physical address and contact phone number.

Tenders close 4pm Friday 25 June 2010. The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Cedenco Foods Ltd

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 14:54:04 +1200

A resource consent application to discharge sweetcorn wastewater, macerated vegetable and fruit product and clarifier sludge to land.

A Discharge to Land consent is required because the activity does not comply with the permitted criteria for the discharge of solid waste. The application includes an assessment of environmental effects - attached below.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission.

Submissions must be received by council no later than 4pm Friday 16 July 2010. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Meetings for July 2010

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:17:07 +1200

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for July 2010 see the meetings calendar.

All meetings will be held in Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne.

Meeting agendas and reports are online 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Harper Road

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 14:24:17 +1200

It is proposed to temporarily close Harper Road between its intersections with Tucker Road and Back Ormond Road from 8am to 8pm on Sunday 24 October 2010 for the Gisborne Wine and Food Festival. During the closure, no vehicles will be able to use the road.

Any person objecting to this proposal can make their objection in writing stating the reasons why. This must be received by Council before 4pm Friday 9 July 2010.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Waikanae Project

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:30:45 +1200

Mayor Meng Foon invites you to a public meeting to discuss urban coastal development.

The discussion will be about ideas on how council's strategies for development in the urban coastal area between the port and Pacific Street can be realised.

Where - Lawson Field Theatre, Rose Room
When - Monday 28 June 2010
Time - 4-5pm

S & B Helm

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:15:17 +1200

Council has received an application for resource consent to take up to 90 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 2.4 litres per second from the Te Arai River.

Location: Whakatere Road

Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2933931 6268575

Application Number: WP-2010-104420-00

Applicant: S & B Helm, 76 Whakatere Rd, RD2, Gisborne

A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops. This is a renewal of an existing consent.

Any person can make a submission on this application. To make a submission

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Leaderbrand Produce Ltd

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:23:02 +1200

Council has received an application for resource consent to take up to 3960 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 50 litres per second from underground.

Location: Main Road, State Highway 2, near the Poverty Bay Racecourse
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2941690 6271250
Application Number: WP-2010-104434-00
Applicant: Leaderbrand Produce Ltd, P O Box 648, Gisborne. Attention: Stuart Davis

A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops. This is a renewal of an existing consent.

Any person can make a submission on this application. To make a submission

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Peter McIntyre

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:32:49 +1200

Council has received an application for resource consent to take up to 190 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 2.25 litres per second from underground.

Location: Karaua Road
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2937552 6267178
Application Number: WP-2010-104456-00
Applicant: Peter McIntyre, 26 Score Road, Gisborne

A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops. This is a renewal of an existing consent.

Any person can make a submission on this application. To make a submission

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Impounded stock

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:37:13 +1200

Council has seized and impounded the following stock from Waima, Tokomaru Bay on 22 June 2010.

Dark Bay colt - 2yrs old
Skewbald colt - 2yrs old
Piebald colt - 2 yrs old

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at the Te Puia Springs pound on Monday 5 July at 1.30pm.

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

Pool admission fees

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:09:53 +1200

A full list of fees and charges is available in the 2010/11 fees and charges

Cancelled meeting

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:13:57 +1200

The meeting of the Hearings committee scheduled for Wednesday 7 July 2010 has been cancelled due to insufficient business.

The notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Waerenga-O-Kuri Forest

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:18:33 +1200

Gisborne District Council invites expressions of interest (EOI) from suitably qualified organisations for the harvesting and marketing of Waerenga-O-Kuri Forest (the Services).

Waerenga-O-Kuri Forest is situated on Tiniroto Rd, 35 km south west of Gisborne. The forest was established on a soil conservation reserve from 1977 to 1983, with a net stocked area of approx 143 ha of Pinus Radiata, and additional small areas of Douglas Fir, Eucalyptus spp., and scattered Willow and Poplar.

Council intends to commence harvesting the forest within the next 3 to 4 months, depending on market conditions.

The forest has had a recent pre-harvest inventory, a harvesting plan has been prepared and resource consents issued.

EOIs should contain the following information:

A description of the submitting organisation, including nomination of key people who would be responsible for the Services;
An outline of recent experience in providing similar harvesting and marketing services;
Proposed log sales method(s);
Typical fee structures for the Services; and
References and contact details from at least three relevant clients.

It is intended that from the EOIs received, Council will select a short list of candidate organisations who will receive copies of the pre-harvest inventory, harvest plan, maps and other relevant information; have the opportunity for field inspections; and who will be invited to submit Proposals for the Services.

Expressions of Interest should be sealed and addressed to:

TENDER – CONFIDENTIAL

Waerenga-O-Kuri Harvest & Marketing Expression of Interest
Mr Trevor Freeman
District Conservator
Gisborne District Council
Box 747
GISBORNE 4040

EOIs should be received no later than 4pm Monday 12 July 2010

Gisborne District Council reserves the right to accept any or none of the EOIs received, and to enter into correspondence with any submitters as it sees fit.

Patutahi Reserve Board

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:48:21 +1200

Applications are invited from community minded people for appointment to the Patutahi Reserve Board.

This board was first established as the Patutahi Domain Board in 1880 and has been operating actively ever since. The Board oversees the open spaces and reserves in the township, and maintains the Patutahi Community Hall.

There are 7 citizen representatives on the board plus one Gisborne District Councillor, who are appointed on a voluntary basis from time to time by Gisborne District Council. The rules of the board require half the members to retire on rotation every 3 years. Retiring board members may apply for reappointment.

Applications from people who have an active relationship with the Patutahi community should be sent to

The Secretary
Patutahi Reserve Board
PO Box 747, Gisborne 4040

Before 5pm Friday 20 August 2010.

Cleaning of public conveniences 2010-2013

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 07:04:25 +1200

Tenders are invited for the cleaning of public conveniences in Gisborne city, Waihirere, Patutahi and from Wainui to Pouawa.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 4 August 2010.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Mander Road

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:05:07 +1200

Mander Road will be closed to vehicles between 10am and 5pm on Sunday 4 July 2010 to allow a Gisborne Car Club hill climb to take place. In the event of wet weather it will be held on 11 July.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Local body elections

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 09:32:47 +1200

Have you thought about standing for Council or District Health Board? Not sure what’s involved or how you go about it?

Come along to a candidate evening at:

The Council Chambers, Fitzherbert St
Thursday 15 July 6.30pm - 7.45pm

Hear from representatives from Council and Tairawhiti District Health, past councillors and board members about what being an elected member is all about.

Candidate information packs will be available at the meeting and from council's customer service centres.

For more information on the elections

Meeting cancelled

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 15:51:57 +1200

The meeting of the Community Development Committee scheduled for Wednesday 14 July 2010 has been cancelled due to insufficient business.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Regional development road upgrading

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 16:14:01 +1200

Tenders are invited to upgrade sections of road within the Gisborne northern region. The work includes, but is not limited to, approximately 23km of pavement construction including earthworks and drainage improvements.

A tenderers site meeting is arranged for Friday 16 July 2010.

Tender documents are available for a non-refundable fee of $100 from customer services.

The lowest or any tenders shall not necessarily be accepted.

Pavement rehabilitation

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 16:28:34 +1200

Tenders are invited to upgrade 14 sections of road within the Gisborne northern and western region. The work includes, but is not limited to, approximately 12.3km of pavement rehabilitation, overlay and/or wheel track smoothing, sealing and pavement marking.

Tender documents are available for a non-refundable fee of $100 from customer services.

The lowest or any tenders shall not necessarily be accepted.

Disposal of abandoned vehicles

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 16:34:50 +1200

The following vehicles have been impounded by the Gisborne District Council:

Nissan Maxima Registration RG6634 - last registered owner: Nan Reihana.
Toyota Corona Registration SA3884 - last registered owner: Francis Kumu.
Honda Prelude Registration YA7702 - last registered owner: Jesse Wairau.
Toyota Camry Registration TB4203 - last registered owner: Vera Tai.

If you own one of these vehicles you have 10 days from 10 July 2010 in which to claim the vehicle or it will be disposed of. Enquiries should be made to the Parking Team.

Gisborne Vehicle Testing closed Monday

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 17:48:55 +1200

Gisborne Vehicle Testing will be closed on Monday 12 July to attend the funeral of a beloved staff member. We will be open again on Tuesday 13 July from 7am.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

Road verge mowing

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 17:49:01 +1200

Tenders are invited for the verge mowing of the roading network within the Gisborne northern region.

The contract period begins 1 October 2010 and ends 20 September 2013 with rights of renewal for up to a further 2 years.

Tender documents are available from customer services for a non-refundable fee of $100.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 4 August 2010.

Motu Road

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 10:21:15 +1200

It is proposed to temporarily close Motu Road from Motu Township to the boundary with Opotiki District Council between 7am and 12pm on Saturday 9 October 2010 for the Motu Challenge multi-sport event and Motu 60 cycle race.
During the closure, no vehicles will be able to use the road.

Any person objecting to this proposal can make their objection in writing stating the reasons why. This must be received by council before 4pm Wednesday 28 July 2010.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Arts and culture workshops

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:03:05 +1200

Council invites you to attend a workshop.

How can council better promote, support and reflect the talents and creativity of our communities? The views of Tairawhiti creative people are needed to help make better decisions.

what makes this place unique?
what do we do well?
what should we do better?
what's stopping us?

There are 2 workshops

Wednesday 21 July Tawera Studio Gallery, 293 Gladstone Road - 5.30pm to 7pm
Wednesday 28 July in the Rose Room, Lawson Field Theatre - 5.30pm to 7pm

Now is the time to have your say, we're here to listen.

Roberts Farming Company

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:22:41 +1200

Application No. WP-2010-104471-00

Map Reference - NZMS 260 Y18 2933186 6268600
Location: 453 Papatu Road

To take up to 605 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 7 litres per second from the Te Arai River. A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops.

This is a renewal of an existing water permit.

Application No. WP-2010-104485-00

Map Reference - NZMS 260 Y18 2935851 6273929
Location 353 Wharekopae Road

To take up to 216 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 2.5 litres per second from underground. A water permit is required for the irrigation of crops.

This is a renewal of an existing water permit.

Any person may make a submission on the above applications. To make a submission

Location map - 453 Papatu Road

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Tuakau and Keelan Roads Upgrading

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:24:50 +1200

Tenders are invited for road upgrading involving drainage work and pavement construction of 8.5km on Tuakau Road and 1.5km on Keelan Road. Contract duration is 10 weeks.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 18 August 2010.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Notice of election

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:40:26 +1200

Under Section 52 of the Local Electoral Act 2001, Notice is given that on Saturday the 9th of October 2010, the following elections will be held by postal vote.

Gisborne District Council - (using the First Past the Post (FPP) electoral voting system)

Mayor One (1) elected member
Councillors: Matakaoa One (1) elected member
Waiapu One (1) elected member
Uawa One (1) elected member
Waikohu One (1) elected member
Cook One (1) elected member
Taruheru-Patutahi One (1) elected member
Gisborne Eight (8) elected members

Tairawhiti District Health Board - (using the Single Transferable Vote (STV) electoral voting system)

District Health Board Members Seven (7) elected members

Nominations

Nominations of candidates will open on Friday 23 July 2010 and must be in the hands of the Electoral Officer at the address shown below not later than noon on Friday 20 August 2010.

Each candidate must be nominated on the nomination form available from council's Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Service Centre offices, or download the form.

Deposit

Each nomination must be accompanied by a deposit of $200 GST inclusive, which may be paid by cash or cheque made out to Gisborne District Council.

Candidate profile statements

A candidate may submit a candidate profile statement with their nomination paper for sending out with the voting documents to electors. An attachment to the nomination paper outlines the rules and procedures governing candidate profile statements.

Electoral roll

All nominators must be registered as electors on the electoral roll in the same ward as the person they are nominating, and all nominated candidates must be registered on the parliamentary electoral roll.

The electoral roll to be used for the election:

a) can be inspected during business hours from Friday 23 July 2010, at:

The offices of the Gisborne District Council and Te Puia Service Centre
Main reception of Gisborne Hospital and Office of the Public Health Unit
each New Zealand Post Ltd postal outlet within the Gisborne district

b) closes on Saturday 20 August 2010 at 4 pm

Any alterations to the residential roll should be made by:

completing the appropriate form at any Post Shop; or
telephoning 0800 ENROLNOW (0800 367656); or
accessing the Electoral Enrolment Centre web site on www.elections.org.nz.

Any changes, queries or omissions relating to the non-residential ratepayer electoral roll should be by contacting the Electoral or Deputy Electoral Officer.

Voting papers

Voting papers will be dispatched to electors between Friday 17 September and Wednesday 22 September 2010. Electors may vote during the voting period from 17 September to noon Saturday 9 October 2010 (election day)

Both Gisborne District Council and Tairawhiti District Health Board have resolved to allow progressive processing of voting documents before close of voting under section 79, Local Electoral Act.

Simon Jeune
Electoral Officer

Dog control policy and bylaw review

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 11:09:26 +1200

Council is required to have a Dog Control Policy for the district under the Dog Control Act 1996.

The aim of the policy is to protect the health and safety of the public whilst ensuring the well-being and welfare of dogs. It recognises that the community believe dogs can play a positive role in society but they expect dog owners to act responsibly.

The Dog Control Bylaw regulates dogs within the Gisborne district to minimise danger, distress and nuisance. It sets out what is required to control dogs in public places and limits the number of dogs that can be kept in different parts of the Gisborne district.

Council is proposing some changes to the current policy and bylaw including limiting the number of dogs in an urban area.

Council would like to know what the public thinks about the changes.
A copy of the draft policy and bylaw is available on our website or from HB Williams Memorial Library and customer services in Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Springs.

Written submissions must be received before 4pm Friday 24 September 2010.

You can make a submission online.

Hearings meeting

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:11:36 +1200

The start time for the Hearings committee scheduled for Wednesday 28 July 2010 has been changed to 10am.

The meeting will start and then adjourn so the committee can visit a site of interest. The meeting will reconvene at 10.30am.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Meetings for August

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:24:49 +1200

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for August 2010

August meeting calendar
Patutahi Reserves Board (Patutahi Hall) 25 August 7.30pm

Meeting agendas and associated reports are available on the website 2 days before the scheduled meetings, except the Patutahi Reserves Board.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Creative communities funding scheme

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:10:21 +1200

Applications for financial assistance from the Creative Communities Funding Scheme for arts funding is now being called for.

To be successful, applications must show the proposed project meets one or more of the following criteria:

• Broad community involvement – the project creates opportunities for many people to participate in arts activities

• Diversity – the project supports diverse arts and culture while promoting their uniqueness

• Young people – the project encourages young people (under 18) to engage and actively participate in the arts

Guidelines and application forms

Applications close 4pm Friday 27 August 2010.
Late applications will not be considered.

Streamside community planting day

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:38:55 +1200

A streamside community planting day will be held alongside the Waikanae Stream on Saturday morning.

Native plantings will not only beautify the area but help to restore the health of this city-side waterway. The day has been organised by Native Garden Nursery, DOC and council. Awapuni School have got involved and will have some classes out on Friday planting.

You're invited to join in:

Waikanae Stream - corner of Stanley Road and Innes Street
Saturday 31 July 10am - 12noon

The streamside planting guide has lots of practical advice on what and how to plant next to streams.

Regional development road upgrading

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:51:19 +1200

Tenders are invited for upgrading a section of Tarewa Road within the Gisborne eastern region. The work includes, but is not limited to, 7.5km of pavement construction, earthworks and drainage improvements.

A tenderers site meeting is arranged for Friday 6 August 2010.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 1 September 2010.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Combined regional land and district plan

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:32:01 +1200

Appeals resolved chapter 4.1 - 4.8 of the Combined Regional Land and District Plan

Chapter 4.1 – 4.8 of the District Plan will have full effect from 9 August 2010.

Council approved the operative date on 27 August 2009 after a full consultation process and mediation with appellants.

The policies and rules are about activities that affect natural heritage especially in the coastal environment and outstanding landscapes.

To view the updated chapter

Pavement rehabilitation

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 14:55:11 +1200

Tenders are invited for the upgrading of 7 sites within Gisborne’s city and eastern regions. The work includes, but is not limited to, approximately 10km of pavement rehabilitation, asphaltic concrete overlay, sealing, and pavement marking.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 25 August 2010.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Hall Street footbridge closed

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 13:52:15 +1200

The Hall Street footbridge will be closed from 8am on Monday 9 August for 4 weeks. Repairs will be made to the deck and rails.

Pedestrians and cyclists will need to take an alternative route using the Derby Street footbridge or the Roebuck Road bridge.
Paddlers and river users are advised to take care passing under the bridge when contractors are working.

The deck and rails on the footbridge are in need of repair.

To ensure public safety the footbridge will be fenced off so no one will be permitted on the bridge.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Citizens civic awards

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 13:57:30 +1200

Council is seeking nominations for this award which is presented to local persons or organisations who have given outstanding voluntary service to Gisborne district communities.

The award recognises the service given and how it has benefited sections of our community. It is an opportunity to celebrate those people who carry out voluntary work because they are committed to serving others.

Nominations close 4pm Monday 6 September 2010.

Any individual, group or organisation may make a nomination. All nominations must be nominated and seconded.

For more information and the nomination form

Operations committee meeting

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 14:03:41 +1200

The Operations Committee meeting on Thursday 12 August has changed the start time to 12.30pm. The meeting will commence and adjourn, to enable the committee to conduct a site visit of the wastewater treatment plant. The meeting will reconvene at approximately 1.30pm.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Parikanapa, Ruakaka, Pehiri-Taumata Roads

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 16:32:09 +1200

The following roads will be temporarily closed to allow Rally NZ to hold the Gisborne Rally on Saturday 7 August 2010 between the times shown:

Parikanapa Road – 8.45am to 3.45pm

Parikanapa Road from Tiniroto Road to Tiniroto Road (travelling west to east)

Ruakaka Road – 9.30am to 4.30pm

Ruakaka Road from its junction with Richardson Road

Richardson Road from Ruakaka Road to its junction with Tiniroto Road

Pehiri-Taumata Roads – 10.45am to 5.45pm

Pehiri Road from the end of the tarmac to its junction with Taumata Road

Taumata Road from Pehiri Road to the start of tarmac

During the closure, no vehicles will be allowed to use the roads. It will be an offence under the above regulations for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event, to use the roads while they are closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Impounded stock

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 11:53:13 +1200

Council has seized and impounded the following stock from Te Araroa Road north, before the motor pamp, Te Araroa on Tuesday 3 August 2010:

1 aged black gelding, white hind sox

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at Te Puia Springs public pound on Monday 16 August 2010 at 1.30pm.

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

Maintenance of Harry Barker cricket wickets

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 14:03:01 +1200

Tenders are invited for the maintenance of 6 grass cricket wickets at the Harry Barker Reserve, Gisborne. This is a 5 year contract to maintain wickets to a very high standard capable of hosting national age tournaments and first class cricket matches.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 1 September 2010.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Rates payment

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 16:37:24 +1200

20 August 2010 is the last day to pay the first instalment for the 2010/2011 year.

Payment may be made at customer services in Fitzherbert Street or at Te Puia Springs service centre.

All payments must be received before 5pm on Friday 20 August 2010 to avoid a 10% penalty.

Applications for a rate rebate of up to $570 this year close on 30 June 2011 - no late applications can be accepted.

Rere reserves management plan

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 14:09:33 +1200

The draft Rere Reserves Management Plan is now available for public comment. Once finalised, the plan will provide guidance for future management of the Rere falls and Rere rockslide reserves and champagne pools.

For a copy of the plan and submission form.

Written submissions should include your name and contact details. Please indicate on your submission if you wish to speak at the hearings committee meeting. Written submissions must be received at Council before 5pm Friday 8 October 2010.

Rezoning of Rere Reserves

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 14:47:31 +1200

Proposed plan change 41 seeks to amend the District Plan map r73. No changes are proposed to the District Plan text.

The amendment would remove the Rural General zoning from the Rere Reserves and apply Amenity Reserve zoning to Rere Falls and Rere Rockslide Reserves and Heritage Reserve zoning to Makaretu Reserve which is administered by the Department of Conservation.

Applying the proposed zones to these areas will better reflect use and management.

This change is made under clause 7 of First Schedule, Resource Management Act 1991.

Written submissions are now invited and should be made on the plan change submission form.

The proposed change and submission form.

Please indicate on your submission if you wish to speak at the hearings committee meeting. Written submissions must be received before 5pm Friday 8 October 2010.

College Road Enterprises Limited

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 15:33:15 +1200

To take up to 1008 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 14 litres per second from underground. A water permit is required for irrigation.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

To make a submission

Submissions close 4pm Friday 10 September 2010. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the the applicant at : Private Bag 7631, Gisborne.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Location map

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September meeting schedule

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 15:42:12 +1200

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for September 2010 are as follows:

Community Development - 15 September 9am
Environment & Policy - 15 September 1pm
Finance & Monitoring - 16 September 9am
Operations - 16 September 1pm
Hearings - 29 September 9am
Council - 30 September 9am

All meetings will be held at the offices in Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne.
Meeting agendas and associated reports are available on our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Matahiia Cemetery

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 15:53:58 +1200

Council would like to urgently trace descendants of the following people buried in the Matahiia Cemetery.

Due to erosion council intends to disinter and rebury the remains at a location agreeable by the families.
Please contact us by 25 August 2010 otherwise council will make application to rebury the remains at Ruatoria Cemetery.

Linton Harry Runciman - died 18 August 1919 aged 24 years

Robert Macaulay Bruce - died 11 October 1928

James Percy - died 11 August 1917 aged 70 years

Stuart John Wilson - aged 2 years 3 months (headstone broken)

Alfred Ernest Kemp (Keepa) - died 14 December 1887 aged 19 years

Rules for wetlands and native vegetation clearance

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 12:49:16 +1200

Appeals have been resolved on chapter 4.11 Wetland Areas and chapter 4.12 Vegetation Clearance outside Protection

Management Areas of the Combined Regional Land and District Plan. These chapters will be operative and have full effect from Monday 30 August 2010.

You can view the updated District Plan at Customer Services in Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Springs, at the HB Williams Memorial Library or on our website.

Contact Yvette Kinsella for more information.

This notice is made under clause 20(2) First Schedule Resource Management Act 1991.

2010 Local Body Elections

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:41:28 +1200

The following people have been nominated as candidates for the Gisborne District Council and Tairawhiti District Health Board.

An election will not be held in the Cook ward and Uawa ward as the number of candidates is equal to the number of vacancies.

Graeme Thomson (Cook ward) and Pat Seymour (Uawa ward) are duly elected.

For all other council wards, the mayoralty and the Tairawhiti District Health Board, there are more candidates than there are vacancies to be filled, so an election will be held between the listed candidates on Saturday 9 October 2010.

Elections for the Tairawhiti District Health Board will be held using the Single Transferable Vote (STV) electoral system.

Elections for Gisborne District Council positions will be held using the First Past the Post (FPP) electoral system.

Both elections will be by postal vote. Voting documents will be posted to eligible voters between Friday 17 September 2010 and not later than Wednesday 22 September 2010. Voting documents must be returned by post, or delivered to the Electoral Officer, Gisborne District Council no later than 12noon Saturday 9 October 2010.

Both the Gisborne District Council and the Tairawhiti District Health Board have resolved to allow early processing of voting documents. Special votes may be cast at Gisborne District Council in Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Springs during ordinary office hours between Monday 20 September 2010 and 12noon on Saturday 9 October 2010.

A person can apply to enrol as either a residential or ratepayer elector up to and including 8 October 2010 – the day before close of voting.

For more information on the elections

Mistrim Trust

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:23:42 +1200

Application to install an intake chamber in the bed of the Waipaoa River and extract up to 540 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 8.33 litres per second. At map reference NZMS 260 Y18 2938424 6273704

A water permit is required for irrigation.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects, see attachment below image.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission.

Submissions must be received no later than 4pm Wednesday 22 September 2010. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Location map - 343 Bushmere Road

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Impounded stock

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:39:24 +1200

Council has seized and impounded the following stock from Mangaoporo Road, Ruatatoria on Tuesday 17 August 2010:

1 chestnut Appaloosa mare and skewbald filly foal
1 liver chestnut mare white blaze

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at:

Te Puia Springs public pound on Tuesday 31 August at 1.30pm.

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

Sealed Road Resurfacing

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:43:59 +1200

Tenders are invited for chip sealing of approximately 78 km and asphalt smoothing of approximately 1 km of roads within the Gisborne region during 2010/11.

Tender documents are available from Customer Service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 29 September 2010.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Impounded stock

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:24:24 +1200

Council has seized and impounded the following stock from opposite Putaanga Marae, Tikitiki on Tuesday 24 August 2010:

1 black mare & one black foal
1 chestnut mare & one strawberry foal
1 chestnut mare
1 blue white mare
1 white stallion

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at Te Puia Springs public pound on Wednesday 8 September 2010 at 1.30pm.

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

Nelson road rezoning

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:26:57 +1200

Private Plan Change 3 amends the zoning under the Combined Regional Land and District Plan of properties at 618, 620, 630 and 638 Nelson Road from Rural Residential zone to Rural Lifestyle zone. This allows a reduction in the minimum section size from one hectare to half a hectare.

Council has decided to accept Private Plan Change 3 but with some minor changes to the proposed rules for the properties.

Copies of the decision have been sent to all submitters and are available from Customer Services in Fitzherbert Street or, HB Williams Memorial Library and on our website.

Please note that now this notice has been published the Combined Regional Land and District Plan is deemed to have been amended by these decisions. Any submitter may appeal the Council decision on the private plan change to the Environment Court.

Contact Kim Smith at the Council for more information.

This notice is given under clause 10 of the First Schedule Resource Management Act 1991.

Patutahi Golf Club Inc

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:44:32 +1200

To take up to 100 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 3.8 litres per second from underground. Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2937672 6273222

A water permit is required for irrigation.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission.

Submissions must be received no later than 4pm Friday 1 October 2010. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant : PO Box 50, Patutahi.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Andrew Ellmers

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:28:16 +1200

To take up to 720 cubic metres of water per day, and up to 2,220 cubic metres of water per fortnight, at a maximum rate of 8.3 litres per second from underground. Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2940634 6276116

A water permit is required for irrigation.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission.

Submissions must be received no later than 4pm Friday 1 October 2010. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant: 371 Tucker Road, RD1, Gisborne.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Tairawhiti Navigations Project

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 14:05:40 +1200

Contractors with vision, experience and capacity are asked to register their interest in providing light infrastructure for the Tairāwhiti Navigations Project. The project focuses on the Gisborne/Turanga inner harbour precinct and in Wairoa, Rangi-Houa Pa and Pilots Hill walkway. It includes walkways and bridging with a cost of up to $6 million.

It is expected that the contractor will be able to work effectively with a range of groups and have an understanding of the cultural and historic significance of the project. The successful contractor will enter into a collaborative arrangement with Gisborne District Council on behalf of the Tairāwhiti Regional Governance Group.

A shortlist will be developed from the registrations. Those companies will be invited to be considered for a design and build contract. A preferred contractor should be selected by mid October 2010.

For more information including the document and details to be submitted as part of this ROI process. They are also available from customer service in Fitzherbert Street.

Registrations must be received at Council by 4pm on 20 September 2010.
Please address your registration to Kay Hansen or email to service@gdc.govt.nz.

Sale of abandoned land

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 09:40:00 +1200

On 28 July 2010 the District Court at Gisborne ordered that the land owned by Joseph Rhodes late of Beach Road, Muriwai being all that parcel of land containing 5779 square metres more or less being Wharetunoa Block and being all the land in CT GS 2D/52 (Gisborne Registry) be declared to be abandoned land and authorising the Council to sell it pursuant to Section 78 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002.

The Council has resolved to sell such land by tender. Tenders close at 4pm Wednesday 20 October

Tender document for property at Beach Road, Muirwai (30kb 7 pages)

Certificate of Title GS2D/52 (157kb 1 page)

Location map

Streamside planting day

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 08:46:20 +1200

The community are invited to help plant the banks of the Waikanae Stream

On Saturday 18 September 10.30am - 12.30pm
Meet at Te Kuri a Tuatai Marae

Tairawhiti Navigations Project

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 09:56:07 +1200

Registrations of interest are invited for the role of Lead Artist for the Tairawhiti Navigations Project. The project focuses on the Gisborne/Turanga inner harbour precinct and in Wairoa, Rangi-Houa Pa and Pilots Hill walkway. It includes walkways and bridging with a cost of up to $6 million.

The Lead Artist will be an integral member of the Steering Group and provide input into both the overall design process and the implementation of the project. The key role is one of a lead artist or director rather than the deliverer of the art component, although that is not excluded. The Lead Artist will be required to work collaboratively throughout the project and will deliver outstanding outcomes that contribute to the achievement of the Tairāwhiti Regional Governance Group’s Tairāwhiti Navigations Project.

A shortlist will be developed from the registrations. A preferred provider should be selected by late November 2010.

Details of the information to be submitted as part of this ROI.

Registrations must be received at council by 4pm 8 October 2010 or email service@gdc.govt.nz.

Meetings for October 2010

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 10:42:21 +1200

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for October 2010

Creative Communities, 4 October 9.30am
Council (to adopt Annual Report), 7 October 9am
Council (Inaugural meeting), 28 October 9.30am

The meetings on 4 and 7 October will be held at the offices in Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne.
The Inaugural meeting of the new Council will be held in the Rose Room, Lawson Field Theatre.
Meeting agendas and associated reports are available on our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.
This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Wastewater Pipeline CCTV Inspection

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 09:23:28 +1200

Tenders are invited for CCTV inspection and reporting of condition of approximately 3 km of earthenware and concrete wastewater pipes at 5 locations within Gisborne city.

Tender documents will be available on Monday 27 September from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 20 October 2010.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Childers Road Reserve

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 09:18:23 +1200

Gisborne District Council proposes to enter a lease agreement for part of Childers Reserve near the Badminton Centre (described legally as Part Sections 220A and 71A TN of Gisborne) for the proposes of secure car park.

The agreement would allow the YMCA to relocate their vehicle compound away from the present site adjacent to the Childers Road/Roebuck Road intersection. The traffic sightlines and the street presentation of the YMCA would be greatly improved. The term of the agreement is for 5 years with 2, 5-year rights of renewal.

Final terms and conditions are subject to Council’s approval.

Any submission in favour or against the granting of the lease should be in writing and received at Council before 5pm Wednesday 27 October 2010. Any further information please contact Angus Glengarry.

The proposed leased area is highlighted in red.

Te Karaka community hall

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 10:23:49 +1200

Gisborne District Council proposes to enter a lease agreement with the Rangatira Scout Community Hall Association for 55 Station Road (described legally as Lot 2 and Lot 3 DP 4789 as contained within CT Volume 112, Folio 2 Gisborne Registry) for use as a community hall.

The lease for the community hall expired 31 March 2010 and it is proposed that the Council enters into a new agreement with the Association to re-formalise their use of Council land. The term of the agreement is for 5 years with 2, 5-year rights of renewal.

Final terms and conditions are subject to Council’s approval.

The proposed leased area is highlighted in red.

Ruatoria Domain

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 11:11:12 +1200

Gisborne District Council proposes to enter a lease agreement for part of Ruatoria Domain (described legally as part of the land contained in Section 47 Block XVI Mangaoparo Survey District contained within Certificate of Title Volume 5 A folio 1079 Gisborne Registry) for use as a community radio station.

The Radio Ngati Porou (RNP) lease for part of Ruatoria Domain expired on 30 March 2006. It is proposed that the Council enters into a new agreement with RNP to re-formalise the occupation of Council land. The term of the agreement is for 10 years with 2, ten-year rights of renewal.

Final terms and conditions are subject to Council’s approval.

The proposed leased area is highlighted in red.

Updated flood hazard overlays

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:04:26 +1200

The proposed plan change amends District Plan maps u43c, u45c and r90c to align floodway overlays in King Road, Ruth Street and Valley Road with the actual land drains in each area.

Council has decided to accept Plan Change 40 to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan in full.

Copies of the decision have been sent to all submitters. To view details on Plan Change 40

Any submitter may appeal the council decision on the proposed change to the Environment Court.

This notice is given under clause 10 First Schedule, Resource Management Act 1991.

Evolution unveiled

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:12:28 +1300

All are cordially invited to the unveiling of the “Evolution” sculpture by Guangong Zengkang Lu, a gift from the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and sponsored by Councillor Brian Wilson and the J N Williams Memorial Trust.

It is a symbol of the friendship and goodwill between the people of Gisborne and China.

When: Friday 8 October 2010

Where: The Rose Garden, Fitzherbert Street Gisborne

Time: 12.15pm

Evolution sculpture

Dog Control Policy & Practices

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:21:25 +1300

Gisborne District Council’s report on the Dog Control Policy and Practices 2009-2010 was adopted at the Environment and Policy Committee meeting on 15 September 2010 and received by Council on 30 September 2010.

This report is for public information only.

It is an annual requirement under the Dog Control Act 1996 section 10A(1) to publicly report each financial year on the administration of the dog control policy and practices and provide a variety of dog control related statistics.

The primary purpose for preparing this report is to allow communities to see how council is managing its dog control responsibilities.

To read the Dog Control Policy and Practices report.

Proposed plan change 38

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:26:58 +1300

Council is proposing a change to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan that would update financial contributions and funding principles to reflect current practice and the introduction of the alternative development contribution policy.

The plan change also reviews financial contribution requirements for a range of other matters such as reserves and heritage.

For more information about the proposed Plan Change or contact Kim Smith.

To make a submission. Anyone may make a written submission on the proposed change. Submissions must include your name, postal address, phone number, email address and whether you wish to be heard at a Council hearing. Submissions must be received at Council before 5pm Monday 1 November 2010.

Public Participation

Council will publish a summary of the submissions received. Anyone can make a further submission supporting or opposing submissions already made. If anyone asks to be heard in support of their submission, a hearing will be held. After considering all submissions Council will publish its decision on the change, including reasons for accepting or rejecting submissions. Any submitter may appeal the Council’s decision to the Environment Court.

This notice is given under clause 5 First Schedule Resource Management Act 1991.

Proposed plan change 42

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:42:37 +1300

Council is proposing a change to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan that would result in amendments to the infrastructure and servicing requirements for subdivision and land development.

For more information about the proposed change or contact Kim Smith.

Public Participation

Council will publish a summary of the submissions received. Anyone can make a further submission supporting or opposing submissions already made.

If anyone asks to be heard in support of their submission, a hearing will be held. After considering all submissions Council will publish its decision on the change, including reasons for accepting or rejecting submissions. Any submitter may appeal the Council’s decision to the Environment Court.

This notice is given under clause 5 First Schedule Resource Management Act 1991.

Photo competition

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:58:11 +1300

Photography competition with the theme "Focus on the Port" - our industrial, recreational and working port.

Competition details

Your photos must be taken between 1 June - 26 October 2010
All entries must be on real photographic paper size 12"x8" (30cmx20cm) and unmounted
No inkjet or laser prints
No digital manipulation
You must fill in an entry form with each photo
Drop your entry to Gisborne District Council or post to PO Box 747, Gisborne.
Contact Barbara Dockley for more information
Entry form (40kb 1 page)

The prizes

1st - $150 photographic voucher
2nd - $100 photographic voucher
3rd - $70 photographic voucher
Merits - $20 processing vouchers x6

Later start time for council meeting

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 16:57:24 +1300

The commencement time of the Council meeting to be held on Thursday 7 October has been changed to 11am.

The meeting will be held at the offices in Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne. The meeting agenda and associated reports are available from Council’s website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Water mains flushing

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 14:53:31 +1300

Council contractors will be flushing dead-end water mains from 13-19 October. These are mostly located in cul-de-sac and no-exit streets.

After the watermain has been flushed in your street, it's recommended you run water to waste from your front outsdie tap. This is a precaution only to ensure no rusty-water enters your property.

Check the streets affected by water main flushing

For more information about water mains flushing

Whataupoko Stormwater Upgrade

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 15:01:48 +1300

Tenders are invited for the replacement of approximately 330 metres of stormwater pipework in Whataupoko, Gisborne city, with RCRRJ pipes ranging from 225mm to 750mm diameter and 250mm dia. PVC pipes.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 27 October 2010. The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Motu Road and Waingake Road

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 15:09:48 +1300

For the Motu Challenge

Motu Road from Motu Township to the boundary with Opotiki District Council will be closed to vehicles between 7am and 12pm on Saturday 9 October 2010 for the Motu Challenge multi-sport event and Motu 60 cycle race. During the closure no vehicles will be able to use the road.

For the Gisborne Car Club Event

Waingake Road from Patemaru Road for the next 5 km will be closed to vehicles between 10am and 5pm on Saturday 9 October 2010 to allow a Gisborne Car Club sealed hill climb to take place. In the event of wet weather this event will be held on 16 October. During the closure vehicles that normally use the road will be let through now and then.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone other than those covered by the permits for the above events to use the roads while they are closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Impounded stock

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 09:25:04 +1300

Council has seized and impounded the following stock from Main Road, Kaharau, Ruatoria on 5 October 2010:

1 Blue Roan Stallion

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at:

Te Puia Springs Pound on Friday, 15 October 2010 at 1.30pm.

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

Adventure Playground

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 09:40:02 +1300

The Gisborne District Council proposes to licence to occupy agreement for part of the land behind the Sound Shell (described as legally as Part Waiohiharore A) for use as a voyaging restoration project.

The agreement is for 2-years with 2, one year rights of renewal. The reconstruction work will be housed in a 30m x 10m x 3.2m implement style shed. The Licencee is required to remove all of the improvements and reinstate the turf to the Council’s satisfaction within 3 months of the expiry date of the licence.

The visual impact of the shed has been mitigated by locating the shed towards the centre of the reserve behind a stand of trees. The trees will partly screen the shed from the Awapuni Road frontage. The visual impact from the Centennial Marine Drive has been reduced by locating the shed in front of a one metre (approx) mound which forms part of the natural contour of the park. As the shed has no sides the impact of the structure is lessened and allows the public to see into the facility to view the Waka.

Any submission for or against to the granting of the licence should be in writing and received at Council no later than 5pm 10 November 2010.

Exercise Tangaroa

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 19:17:14 +1300

Exercise Tangaroa - tsunami exercise

On Wednesday 20 October a national tsunami exercise will take place and Gisborne district is taking part. This exercise will involve council, police, fire service, health and other volunteers. It will start in the early hours of Wednesday morning and finish late evening.

There will be some activities that will impact on the public during the day. The most significant will be the testing of the traffic management plan that will be put in place to control the areas that need to be evacuated.

The map shows which areas will be controlled by traffic control points, on Wednesday traffic will still be allowed through but there may be some brief delays. The only exception to this is the state highway which Transit NZ will close at the Jolly Stockman Hotel to stop traffic using Awapuni Road. A detour will be in place to divert traffic through Marakaka down Lytton Road and along Ormond Road.

Civil Defence would ask people in the Awapuni area who live in the evacuation zone to self-evacuate after 5pm. And if they could go to the Managapa Church in Ormond Road to register, a welfare centre will be set-up. This part of the exercise will give civil defence the opportunity to practise procedures.

Download the Traffic Management Plan for exercise Tangaro

Traffic Management Plan for exercise Tangaroa

Rubbish and recycling collection

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 14:30:09 +1300

Rubbish and recycling will be collected as normal on Monday 25 October 2010. Please put out your rubbish and recyclables the night before or by 7am on collection day.

Extra recyclable products can be delivered to Transpacific All Brite’s public drop off centre, 75 Innes Street, Gisborne.

The refuse transfer station at All Brite’s will be open as follows:

Saturday - 8am to 4pm
Sunday & Monday - 9.30am to 3.30pm
Rural transfer stations will be open as normal

For more information about rubbish and recycling

November meetings

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 08:52:09 +1300

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for November 2010 are on our meetings calendar

Meeting agendas and associated reports are available from Council’s website two days before the scheduled meeting. This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Poverty Bay Hockey Association

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 09:56:12 +1300

The application is for a non-complying ativity for the installation of water-based synthetic turf hockey fields and associated facilities including clubrooms and offices.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects - see below.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission
Submissions must be received by the Gisborne District Council no later than 4pm Friday 19 November 2010.

A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant

This notice is given under Section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991

Stormwater upgrade contract

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 10:55:40 +1300

Tenders are invited for the upgrade of the stormwater system at four locations in Te Karaka Township and one location in Matawai Township.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 10 November 2010.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Harper Road closed

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 11:14:33 +1300

Harper Road between its intersection with Tucker Road and Back Ormond Road will be closed to vehicles between 8am and 8pm on Sunday 24 October 2010 for the Gisborne Wine and Food Festival.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the event, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Ormond Horticulture Limited

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 14:27:37 +1300

The application is for Discretionary Activity to subdivide the property known as 829 Back Ormond Road, Hexton, Gisborne, legally described as Section 65 Homebush Settlement, into 2 new allotments. The minimum allotment size in the Rural Productive Zone is 8 hectares. Proposed Lot 1 at 1785 square metres is substandard in size for the zone. Proposed Lot 2 will comply at 9.938 hectares.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects - see below.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission

Submissions must be received no later than 4pm Friday 19th November 2010. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under Section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991

Grundy Street footbridge closed

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 10:34:40 +1300

The footbridge between Grundy Street and Oak Street will be closed from 8am Monday 1 November for 2 weeks.
Pedestrians and cyclists are advised that Stout Street is the main access to these streets during this time.

The bridge will be removed from the site for repainting and re-decking.
To ensure public safety please stay away from the area.

We apologies for any inconvenience.

Abandoned land

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:16:16 +1300

Take notice that after the expiry of one month from the date of the publication of this notice Gisborne District Council intends to exercise its powers under Section 77 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 by seeking orders from the District Court at Gisborne declaring the following land to be abandoned land and authorising Council to sell it or lease it:

A property at 39 Parua Street, Tokomaru Bay more particularly described as all that parcel of land containing 1012 m2 more or less being Section 43 Waima Township and being all the land comprised and described in Certificate of Title Volume 110 Folio 66 (Gisborne Registry) Executor Wanatana Manuera for the Estate of Muriwai Kopua.

Dated at Gisborne this 23rd day of October 2010.

Zoning change request

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:27:16 +1300

A privately requested plan change to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan has been received. It would rezone 8.56 hectares of land at Scarlys Way, Okitu, from Rural Residential zone to a new Residential zone with a minimum subdivision site area of 3000m2.

To read the proposed change and fill in a submission form

Anyone may make a written submission on the proposed change. For information on making a submission

Submissions must be received before 5pm 22 November 2010.

Council will publish a summary of the submissions received. Anyone representing an interest greater than the general public may make a further submission supporting or opposing submissions already made. If anyone asks to be heard in support of their submission, a hearing will be held. After considering all submissions Council will publish its decision on the change, including reasons for accepting or rejecting submissions. Any submitter may appeal the Council’s decision to the Environment Court.

This notice is given under clause 5, First Schedule, Resource Management Act 1991.

Impounded stock

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 15:26:11 +1300

Council has seized and impounded the following stock from Bushmere Road on 1 November 2010:

• 2 composite type ewes. V tip right ear.

• 1 composite type lamb

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at Makaraka Pound on 16 November 2010

at 3.30pm.

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

Turangaui Holdings Limited

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 15:35:14 +1300

Take up to 30 cubic metres of water per day from the spring located within council reserve on the northern side of Tatapouri Hill, for storage and use at the Tatapouri Camping Ground.

The application is to renew existing water permit WP205042B, which expires 31 December 2010.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

Any one may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission.

Submissions must be received at council no later than 4pm Friday 3 December 2010. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Rural Industrial B Zone

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 14:19:20 +1300

A review of the night time traffic and access rules for the Rural Industrial B Zone at Matawhero is proposed. To help with this review process, council is seeking input and comments from the community.

For more information about the review and to make comments.

Comments must be received before 5pm Friday 3 December 2010.

Last day for rates payment

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:29:04 +1300

Monday 22 November is the last day to pay the 2nd rates instalment for the 2010/2011 year.

All payments, including postal payments, must be received before 5pm on 22 November 2010 to avoid a 10% penalty.

Applications for a rate rebate of up to $570 this year, close on 30 June 2011. No late applications can be accepted.

Rates rebate information

December meetings

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 14:09:40 +1300

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for December 2010

December meetings calendar

Meeting agendas and reports are available on our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Want to become a rural fire fighter

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 12:47:15 +1300

Learn new skills, gain new friends and help make a difference in your community. If you are fit, willing to learn and not afraid of hard work; we want to speak to you. You will need to be able to come and help when required. Sometimes this is during working hours.

Contact Rene today.

Soil erosion workshop

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 13:02:24 +1300

Heavy rains cause soil erosion, contaminated waterways and the risk of downstream flooding. Soil loss reduces short and long term profit.

Attend a free workshop about soil erosion

what causes it
how to repair it
how to prevent it

Take advantage of almost 100-years experience in erosion control with Garth Eyles and Norm Ngapo from MAF, together with Trevor Freeman and Kerry Hudson from Gisborne District Council.

When - Thursday 2 December
Where - Lawson Field Theatre, Rose Room, Fitzherbert Street
Time - 9am – 5pm
Cost: free and lunch will be provided.

There will be an afternoon field exercise so come prepared with wet weather gear and walking shoes/boots.

Email to register before Thursday 25 November.

Rhythm and Vines Limited

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 16:01:11 +1300

The application is for discretionary activity to operate a temporary camping ground for up to 3000 people in association with festivals and events at Waiohika Witters Estate Event Centre located at 77 Waimata Valley Road, Gisborne with access from Back Ormond Road just northwest of Grays Bush.

It is not proposed to use the campground for the 2010-11 Rhythm and Vines Festival, or Te Matatini, but to use this facility periodically from 2011 onwards.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects - see attachment below.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. Submission must be received by council no later than 4pm Friday 14 January 2011. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

For information on how to make a submission.

This notice is given under Section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Gisborne car club championships

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 14:45:26 +1300

For the Gisborne Car Club NZ Hill Climb Championships the following roads will be closed to vehicles between 10am and 5pm:

Saturday 4 December - Kanakanaia Road from the Bruce Road intersection to the end of seal at top of Kanakanaia Hill.

Sunday 5 December - Waitangi Terrace, Kanakanaia – whole road

During the closures vehicles that normally use the roads will be let through now and then.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone other than those covered by the permits for the above events to use the roads while they are closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Rezoning request

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 15:31:45 +1300

The submission period has closed for proposed Private Plan Change 5 to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan.

Plan Change 5 is a rezoning request for Scarly’s Way, which would see the development of a new residential lifestyle zone in an area currently zoned as rural-residential.

Here's a summary of the submissions received. A further submission form has been sent to all submitters.

You can now make a further submission if:

you represent a relevant public interest
you have an interest in the proposal greater than the general public.

Submission must be received by council before 4pm 17 December 2010.

Your further submission should be about the parts of the original submission you support or oppose and why. It should also state the decision you are seeking from council and should include your name, postal address, phone number, email address and whether you wish to be heard at a council hearing. You must also send a copy of your further submission to the person who made the original submission within 5 working days. Council will supply you with addresses of those submitters on request.

This notice is given under clause 7 First Schedule Resource Management Act 1991.

Further submission form

Waipaoa Bridge Replacement

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 12:48:56 +1300

Tenders are invited for the construction of a new 80m long, 4 span, single lane bridge with reinforced concrete abutments located over the Waipaoa River, Armstrong Road, Whatatutu, Gisborne. Approaches are excluded.

The contract duration is 26 weeks.

Tender documents are available from customer service.

Tenders close 1 pm Wednesday 19 January 2011.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Wastewater Pipeline Renewals 2010/11

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 08:59:00 +1300

Tenders are invited for the replacement of existing wastewater pipes with PVC-U pipes at 4 locations within Gisborne city and providing a scour facility to the Lytton Road inverted siphon.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 12 January 2011.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Queens Drive Kaiti Hill

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 16:06:22 +1300

Queens Drive from Ranfurly Street to the top car park on Kaiti Hill will be closed to vehicles between 6am - 6pm on Sunday 19 December 2010 for the Soapbox Derby Race.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Restricted fire season

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 11:05:46 +1300

Under Section 22 (2) of the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977, the Gisborne District Council, acting as a Rural Fire Authority, has declared a restricted fire season over the whole of the Gisborne District Council Rural Fire Authority area from 8am on Monday 20 December 2010.

This means that no person is allowed to light a fire without obtaining a written permit from the Gisborne District Council. Gas barbeques and gas cookers are not subject to the restrictions.

Applications for fire permits can take up to 3 working days to process.

The restrictions will remain in force until revoked by Council.

The public is further reminded that a permanent restricted fire season applies to all forests and Department of Conservation territories including a 1 km wide zone around these properties within the Gisborne district. Applications for fire permits in these areas need to be directly forwarded to the Eastland Rural Fire District or the Department of Conservation.

Information about applying for a fire permit

Gladstone Road clearway

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 12:00:56 +1300

A clearway zone will be put in place along the river-end of Gladstone Road between Lowe Street and Reads Quay from 11pm Wednesday 29 December 2010. The clearway prevents cars from parking in this area late at night between 11pm – 5am, Monday to Sunday.

The clearway zone is established under section 5.1 of the Gisborne District Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2008.

Manutuke Irrigation Partnership

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 12:01:40 +1300

Gisborne District Council has received an application for resource consent to take up to 1,200 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 14 litres per second from the Waipaoa River for 14 weeks per year. A water permit is required for irrigation.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

Any person may make a written submission on the application.To make a submission on this application see how to make a submission.

Submissions must be received by the Gisborne District Council no later than 4pm Friday 11 February 2011. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicants.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Centennial Marine Drive

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 12:42:27 +1300

Centennial Marine Drive from Stanley Road to Pacific Street will be closed to vehicles from 12pm on 26 December 2010 to 12pm 2 January 2011 inclusive to allow for traffic control during the BW Camping Festival.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone, other than those covered by the permit, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Rubbish and recycling collection

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:20:58 +1300

Rubbish and recycling will be collected as normal on Monday 3 January and the rest of the week. Please put your rubbish and recyclables out the night before or by 7am on your collection day.

Extra recyclable products can be taken to Transpacific All Brite’s public drop off centre, 75 Innes Street, Gisborne. All Brite’s will be closed on New Year’s Day.

Opening hours are:

Sun 2 – Tues 4 Jan: 9.30am to 3.30pm

Wed 5 – Fri 7 Jan: 7.30am to 4.30pm

Rural transfer stations are closed New Year’s Day, normal opening hours resume on 2 January 2011. See days and times.

Centre city roads will be closed

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:27:24 +1300

The following roads will be closed to vehicles for the New Year’s Eve Town Clock celebrations from 6pm Friday 31 December 2010 to 2am 1 January 2011:

Gladstone Road from the town clock to the Derby Street & Bright Street intersections
Grey Street 50 m each side of Gladstone Road
Bright Street access to Gladstone Road will not be available during the closure

During the closure no vehicles will be able to use the roads.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone other than those covered by the permits for the above events to use the roads while they are closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Kaiaua Road will be closed

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:33:35 +1300

Kaiaua Beach Road (from the bridge to the last public toilet) will be closed to vehicles between 9am and 1.30pm on Tuesday 4 January 2011 for the beach races. During the closure, no vehicles will be able to use the road.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone other than those covered by the permits for the above events to use the roads while they are closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Proposed lease agreement

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 09:01:44 +1300

The Gisborne District Council proposes to lease to Te Puawaitanga o Ruatoria Trust part of the recreation reserve between Manutahi Drive and College Road South, Ruatoria (described legally as Lot 33 DP 6898 part computer freehold register 5B/1474) for use as a community orchard.

The agreement is for five years with two, five year rights of renewal.

The proposed lease area is highlighted in red on the aerial photograph below.

It is intended that the orchard will be planted, nurtured and maintained by the community. Additional to health and social benefits of such a project, it would also assist in making the area more attractive.

Anyone can make a submission for or against the granting of the lease. The submission should be in writing and received by Council no later than 5pm 21 February 2011.

Lanark Orchard

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 17:24:56 +1300

Gisborne District Council has received an application for resource consent to take up to 110 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 3.8 litres per second from underground. A water permit is required for irrigation.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

Any person may make a written submission on the application.To make a submission on this application see how to make a submission.

Submissions must be received by the Gisborne District Council no later than 4pm Friday 11 February 2011. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicants.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Tairawhiti Pharmaceuticals

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 09:46:56 +1300

Gisborne District Council has received an application for resource consent to take up to 432 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 5 litres per second from underground. A water permit is required for the distillation process.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.
Any person may make a written submission on the application.To make a submission on this application see how to make a submission.
Submissions must be received by the Gisborne District Council no later than 4pm Friday 11 February 2011. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicants.
This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Crown Forestry Group

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 10:26:16 +1300

Consent to harvest 407 hectares of exotic plantation forest and the associated earthworks including work within riparian management areas.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission on this application see how to make a submission.

Submissions must be received no later than 4pm Friday 11 February 2011. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicants.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Turanganui River Revetment Maintenance

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 14:43:23 +1300

Tenders are invited for the repair of approximately 450m of timber revetment wall on the banks of the Turanganui River.

Tender documents will be available 25 January 2011 from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 9 February 2011. The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Gladstone Road

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 15:37:50 +1300

For the Surf City Rod Run Car Display

Gladstone Road between Peel Street and Bright Street will be closed to vehicles from 6am to 2pm on Saturday 29 January 2011for the Surf City Rod Run car display supported by Heart of Gisborne.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone other than those covered by the permits for the above events to use the roads while they are closed. This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Solander Street

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 15:46:52 +1300

Solander Street between Banks Street and Parkinson Street will be closed to vehicles from 7am to 5pm on Sunday 30 January 2011.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone other than those covered by the permits for the above events to use the roads while they are closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Rubbish and recycling collection

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 10:48:22 +1300

Rubbish and recycling will be collected as normal on Monday 31 January and should be put out the night before or by 7am.

Transpacific AllBrites will be open to the public 9.30am to 3.30pm. Extra recyclables can be taken to the drop off centre at 75 Innes Street.

Rural transfer stations will be open as normal.

Proposed accessway closure

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 12:07:14 +1300

Council proposes to close the Halley Street accessway. The intention is to lease the land to the adjoining owner/s.

Any submission or objection to the closure must be received by 4pm Thursday 17 March 2011.

Details of the Halley Street accessway land and proposal (55kb)

This notice is given under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974.

Location map

Turanganui Walkway Art

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 12:16:25 +1300

Artists are invited to register their interest in providing design, construction and installation of an art piece to be located on the Turanganui Riverbank walkway near Customhouse Street.

The successful artist will:

have experience effectively engaging with tangata whenua
have a clear understanding of what makes a great visitor experience
appreciate the historical significance of the site.

This is a culturally significant project. An emphasis on sustainability, quality and authenticity is important. The successful artist will enter into a contract with Gisborne District Council and should be selected by early April 2011.

Registrations must be received by 4pm on 25 February 2011. Please address them to Kay Hansen or email service@gdc.govt.nz.

Details of the information to be submitted - Registration of Interest for Turanganui Walkway Art (839kb)

Art in public places meeting

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 10:30:30 +1300

on Monday 21 February 2011in the Gisborne District Council Chambers at 1pm

All most welcome

Meng Foon, Chair

Citrus Grove Makaraka

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 15:52:16 +1300

The submission period has closed for proposed Private Plan Change 2 to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan. Private Plan Change 2 affects approximately 96 hectares of land extending from Makaraka in the north to Gisborne Airport and Aerodrome Road in the south. A range of changes are proposed to the planning provisions for this area including:

• Changing zoning from Rural Production zone to General Residential zone, Rural Industrial A zone, Rural Lifestyle zone and Suburban Commercial zone.

• Extending the urban boundary to signal reticulation of this area with water and wastewater services.

• Special flood mitigation provisions.

• Development rules such as height rules, yard rules and fencing design standards.

Further submissions

A summary of the submissions that were received has been sent to all submitters.

There is now a limited opportunity for further submissions, provided you represent a relevant public interest, or you have an interest in the proposal greater than the general public.

Further submissions must be received by 5pm Monday 21 February 2011.

Your further submission should be about the parts of the original submission you support or oppose and why. It should also state the decision you are seeking from Council and should include your name, postal address, phone number, email address and whether you wish to be heard at a Council hearing. You must also send a copy of your further submission to the person who made the original submission within 5 working days. Council will supply you with addresses of those submitters on request.

This notice is given under clause 7 First Schedule Resource Management Act 1991.

Elsdon Best Street

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 16:37:56 +1300

The Gisborne District Council, under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974 proposes to ‘stop’ a 1069m² portion of land between Elsdon Best Street and Nelson Road.

Council no longer requires this land for roading purposes. The land is described legally as SO 436107.

The intention once the road end is stopped is to sell the land.

The proposed area for stopping is highlighted in red.

Any submission for or against the stopping of the road end should be in writing to Council no later than 4pm 23 March 2011.

Loisel Street

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 16:50:16 +1300

The Gisborne District Council, under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974 proposes to ‘stop’ a 1423 m² portion of land between Loisel Street and Nelson Road.

Council no longer requires this land for roading purposes. The land is described legally as SO 436358.

The intention once the road end is stopped is to sell the land.

The proposed area for stopping is highlighted in red.

Any submission for or against the stopping the road should be in writing to Council no later than 5pm 17 March 2011.

Fox Street

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 16:54:27 +1300

The Gisborne District Council, under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974 proposes to ‘stop’ an 821 m² portion of land area at the end of Fox Street adjoining Stout Street.

Council no longer requires this land for roading purposes. The land is described legally as SO 437575.

The intention once the road end is stopped is to sell the land.

The proposed area for stopping is highlighted in red.

Any submission for or against the stopping of the road end should be in writing to Council no later than 4pm 23 March 2011.

Harris Street South

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 17:05:06 +1300

The Gisborne District Council, under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974 proposes to ‘stop’ an 806 m² portion of land area at the end of Harris Street adjoining Crawford Road end.

Council no longer requires this land for roading purposes.
The land is described legally as SO 437673.

The intention once the road end is stopped is to sell the land.

The proposed area for stopping is highlighted in red.

Any submission for or against the stopping of the road end should be in writing to Council no later than 4pm 23 March 2011.

Harris Street North

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:55:09 +1300

Gisborne District Council, under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974 proposes to ‘stop’ a 1001 m² portion of land area at the end of Harris Street adjoining Score Road end.

Council no longer requires this land for roading purposes. The land is described legally as SO 437138.

The intention once the road end is stopped is to sell the land.

The proposed area for stopping is highlighted in red.

Any submission for or against the stopping of the road end should be in writing to Council no later than 4pm 23 March 2011.

Proposed Lease Agreement

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 11:12:50 +1300

Council proposes to enter into a lease agreement with the Gisborne Marina Development Society for part of Marina Park (described legally as Part Lot 25 DP 7819 Block III Turanganui SD) for use as a restaurant.

The lease for the site expires 9 March 2013 and it is proposed that the Council enters into a new agreement with the society to re-formalise their use of Council land. The term of the agreement is for ten years with one, ten year right of renewal.

Final terms and conditions are subject to Council’s approval. Any submission to the granting of the lease should be lodged with the Council no later than 5pm, 18 March 2011.

The proposed leased area is highlighted in red on the aerial photograph below.

Ruatoria and Matakaoa Maintenace

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 08:38:26 +1300

Tenders are invited for the mowing and maintenance of open spaces in Ruatoria and Matakaoa. These are 2 separate contracts.

The contract duration for both contracts is 1 April 2011 to 31 March 2016.

Tender documents are available from Customer Service.

Tenders close 1pm Friday 4 March 2011.

The lowest or any tenders shall not necessarily be accepted.

March meetings

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:34:34 +1300

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for March 2011.

Meeting agendas and reports are available on our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Te Arai pipe bridge repairs

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:35:26 +1300

Tenders are invited for the repainting of Te Arai pipe bridge.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 16 March 2011.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Decision on plan change 38

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:46:01 +1300

Plan Change 38 updates financial contribution and infrastructure funding principles. The plan change also clarifies esplanade requirements and reviews contributions for a range of matters such as reserves and heritage.

Council has decided to accept those parts of Plan Change 38 that were not subject to submissions or for which submitters have not raised substantive issues.

Decisions on the remainder of the plan change will be made at a later time.

Copies of the decision have been sent to all submitters and are on our website.

This notice is given under clause 10 of the First Schedule Resource Management Act 1991.

Proposed plan change 45

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:53:22 +1300

Council is proposing a change to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan that would rezone 4 sites in Gisborne city, Tolaga Bay and Hicks Bay, as described below. The zones are associated with rules for how the land can be used. The change in zoning will better reflect the use or intended use of the sites and the planning rules that should govern those sites.

103 Lytton Road, Gisborne: from recreation reserve to residential
corner of Cook and Solander Streets, Tolaga Bay: from residential to recreation reserve
corner of Wharf and Te Araroa Roads, Hicks Bay: from neighbourhood reserve to rural
corner of Onepoto and Wharf Roads, Hicks Bay: from residential to recreation reserve

Proposed private plan change 6 - Mangapapa School

Council has received a privately requested Plan Change to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan. This seeks to amend the F9 Flood Hazard Overlay at Mangapapa School, to show a smaller area affected by flooding. This would remove the current restrictions on building within a flood hazard overlay.

Documents about the plan changes.

Anyone may make a written submission on the proposed changes. For information on how to make a submission

Submissions must be at council by 5pm Friday 25 March 2011.

Public participation

Council will publish a summary of the submissions received. Anyone representing an interest greater than the general public may make a further submission supporting or opposing submissions already made. If anyone asks to be heard in support of their submission, a hearing will be held. After considering all submissions council will publish its decision on the changes, including reasons for accepting or rejecting submissions. Any submitter may appeal council’s decision to the Environment Court.

This notice is given under clause 5 First Schedule Resource Management Act 1991.

Tell us what you think

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 08:24:14 +1300

Council welcomes your comments on the district's 2011/12 draft annual plan and invites you to tell us your views.

Councillors and staff have arranged a series of community update meetings to discuss council's plans for the next financial year 1 July 2011 to 30 June 2012. Check the calendar of meetings

Council is also proposing an amendment to the Development Contributions Policy. A brochure summarising the draft annual plan and the proposed amendment will be delivered to all households and businesses in the district. This includes a submission form for you to fill in.

View the draft annual plan and fill in a submission form

The full draft annual plan will be available at secondary schools in rural communities for viewing.

Tell us what you think about its proposed plans by making a submission. You can do this by:

fill in a submission form online
fill in the submission form on the back of the summary brochure
phone customer service on 0800 653 800

Submissions must be received before 4pm Thursday 31 March 2011.
If you wish to speak to council about your feedback, please tell us on the form. You will be invited to attend a hearing to be held on 4-5 May.

Arts and Culture Strategy 2011-2013

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 16:48:12 +1300

Council welcomes your feedback on our district's Arts and Culture Strategy.

View the draft arts and culture strategy 2011-2013

Tell us what you think by making a submission.
Your submission must reach us before 4pm Thursday 31 March 2011.

Night shooting in Whataupoko Reserve

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 09:16:59 +1300

A night-shoot operation to control rabbits in the Whataupoko Reserve will take place between Monday and Thursday 10 March 2011 - weather permitting.

The reserve will be closed temporarily between 9pm and 12pm on the nights that Council’s Animal Biosecurity staff are shooting.

Wildish Court Upgrades

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 11:18:17 +1300

Tenders are invited for the upgrade of car-parks and entrances to the Wildish Court community housing complex.

Tender documents are available from Council’s Customer Service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 23 March 2011.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

SPARC Rural Travel Fund

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 14:34:39 +1300

Are you part of a rural winter sports team that needs help with travel costs? Do you play soccer, rugby, hockey, netball or any other winter sports?

There may be an opportunity for your team to apply for travel funding.

Applications open from Tuesday 15 March and close Friday 8 April. You can pop into the Rose Room at Lawson Field Theatre on Friday 18 March between 9am - 12noon and find out how to fill in the application form.

Here's the SPARC application form (172kb 4 pages)
Forms are also available from Sport Gisborne or council's customer service desk.

Restricted fire season lifted

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 09:01:00 +1300

Gisborne District Council - Rural Fire Authority, has revoked the restricted fire season over the Gisborne rural fire area effective from 8am Saturday 12 March. The cancellation is made under section 22 of the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977.

A permanent Restricted Fire Season remains in place for Gisborne city including Wainui, all rural townships and beaches. You must apply for a fire permit before lighting any fire in the open in these areas. The only exception is gas barbecues and cookers. Permits may take up to 3 working days to process.

A permanent Restricted Fire Season still applies to all areas covered by the Department of Conservation and any commercial forestry. You must apply to those organisations for a fire permit.

For more information on rural fire

April meetings

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 14:19:20 +1300

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for April 2011.

Meeting agendas and reports are available on our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Marina park

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:24:16 +1300

The Gisborne District Council proposes to enter a lease agreement with the Gisborne Marina Development Society for part of Marina Park (described legally as part Lot 25 DP 7819 Block III Turanganui SD) for use as a restaurant.

The lease for the site expires 9 March 2013 and it is proposed that council enters into a new agreement with the society to re-formalise their use of council land. The term of the agreement is for 10 years with one, 10 year right of renewal. Final terms and conditions are subject to council’s approval.

Any submission should be in writing to council no later than 5pm 18 March 2011.

The proposed leased area is highlighted in red.

Taruheru block infrastructure plan

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 11:04:46 +1300

The submission period has closed for proposed Plan Change 44 to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan.

Plan Change 44 seeks to amend the Taruheru Block Infrastructure Plan, because some of the roads can no longer be developed as planned. Amendments also seek to promote a more connected roading layout and a simplified presentation of the Infrastructure Plan within the District Plan.

Further submissions

A summary of the submissions that were received has been sent to all submitters.

There is now a limited opportunity for further submissions, provided you represent a relevant public interest, or you have an interest in the proposal greater than the general public.

Further submissions need to be received by council before 5pm Friday 1 April 2011.

This notice is given under clause 7 First Schedule Resource Management Act 1991.

Inside Gisborne's wastewater treatment plant

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 16:46:30 +1300

Come along to an open day. Take a guided tour of the plant in Banks Street, industrial subdivision - on Saturday 2 April between 10am - 2pm.

Find out

how the plant works
the difference it's making to our ocean
what it cost and how it's being paid for
what is next for the water in our bay.

All you need to do is wear suitable footwear. Flat covered-in shoes are good - no jandals, sandals or thin heels.
Any children under 12-years old will need to be closely supervised - as this is a working plant.

Look forward to seeing you there.

Flushing dead-end water mains

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 10:42:59 +1300

We will be flushing the dead-end water mains that are mostly in cul-de-sac and no exit streets.

The schedule of days and streets.

We recommend running your front outside tap to ensure no rusty water enters your property. For more advice and information.

Amor Eggs Limited

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 16:07:40 +1300

The application is for a Discretionary Activity to establish and operate a free range egg production facility on a 6 hectare portion of the subject site. This facility includes the construction of a 900m2 building/barn and ancillary structures. Application Number - LU-DISC2010-104682-00

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects - attached below.

Any person may make a written submission on the application.

Submissions must be received at council no later than 4pm Thursday 19 May 2011.

A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under Section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Accessway stopping

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:10:11 +1300

Council advises that the Halley Street accessway is now stopped.

Members of the public may no longer use this land.

This notice is given under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974.

Community representative

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 10:40:58 +1300

We are looking for a community representative for our Regional Transport Committee.

Looking after the economic development portfolio you will have a passion for transport systems and bring an economic perspective to the committee. Your role is to ensure the district's transport system supports economic development opportunities in the region.

The Regional Transport Committee is made up of 5 councillors and 6 community representatives who meet 4 times a year. Its overall aim is to achieve an integrated, safe, responsive and sustainable regional transport system.

Applications close 5pm Wednesday 13 April 2011

Safety barriers on Makorori Hill

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 13:48:13 +1300

Barriers have been installed on Makorori Hill to address road safety issues.

A public meeting will be held to discuss what can be done to balance access and aesthetic issues with the need for safety.

Where: Lawson Field Theatre, Fitzherbert Street

When: Monday 4 April 2011

Time: 5.30pm

Council and NZTA acknowledge the importance of stakeholder input in road changes and are keen to work with those interested on plans for the area.

All are welcome.

Coastal occupation charging

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 14:00:39 +1300

Council is proposing a variation to the Regional Coastal Environment Plan stating that council will not charge for coastal occupation at the current time.

Coastal occupation relates to private occupation of public space in the coastal area.

Here's the proposed variation and submission form. Copies are also available from customer services in Fitzherbert Street, Te Puia Springs, HB Williams Memorial Library or on our website.

Anyone may make a written submission on the proposed variation. Submissions must include your name, postal address, phone number, email address and whether you wish to be heard at a council hearing. Submissions must be received by council by 5pm Friday 6 May 2011.

Night-time traffic rural industrial B zone

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 14:17:15 +1300

Plan Change 46 proposes that heavy vehicle traffic associated with the Rural Industrial B Zone be permitted 24 hours a day. Currently, heavy vehicles can only access or leave sites in the zone between 6am and 9pm. The proposed changes also acknowledge that the character of the area within the Rural Industrial B Zone will change over time as more industry is developed there.
Council has decided to accept Proposed Plan Change 46 to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan.
Copies of the decision have been sent to all submitters and are available from customer service in Fitzherbert Street, HB Williams Memorial Library or here on our website.
Please note the Plan Change 46 is deemed amended by these decisions from today.
Any submitter may appeal the Council decision on the proposed change to the Environment Court.

This notice is given under clause 10 first schedule Resource Management Act 1991.

Pest cat control

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 08:34:41 +1200

Tenders are invited for a service contract for the management of traps and pest cats in Gisborne.

Tender documents are available from customer service.

Tenders close 1pm on 26 April 2011.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Proposal to close roads

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 09:51:58 +1200

It is proposed to temporarily close the roads below to allow the Gisborne Car Club to hold gravel and sealed road hill climb events during the year:

Sunday 22 May or 29 May - Mahaki Settlement Road – from single lane bridge to top of hill.

Sunday 5 June or 12 June - Waimata Valley Road - from start of road to top where it turns into gravel pit.

Sunday 3 July or 10 July - Mander Road – from start of road to bridge.

Sunday 25 September or 2 October - Waingake Road - from waterworks to top of hill where it turns into gravel.

Sunday 13 November or 20 November - Willows Road – entire road.

Any person objecting to the proposals can make their objection in writing stating the reasons why. This must be received at council before 4pm Friday 21 April 2011.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Anzac Day

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 16:09:29 +1200

The Gisborne Anzac Day Civic Service will be held at the Cenotaph on The Esplanade at 9.30am on Monday 25 April 2011.

The service will follow a parade lead by veterans. The parade will depart from Peel Street (between Gladstone Road and Childers Road) at 9.15am and proceed along Gladstone Road to The Esplanade. Participants are requested to wear their medals and remove headgear at the appropriate time during the ceremony.

Parade Marshall - W/01 Jim Nisbett.

The Gisborne Highland Pipe Band will provide the parade music.

Speaker at the Service - Commander Phillip Eagle, RNZN Operational Support Commander.

Members of the public are cordially invited to attend. Bus transport will be provided for War Veterans who do not wish to march back to the RSA.

Any change of venue due to the weather will be announced on More FM (89.9FM & 98.9FM), Classic Hits ZGFM (90.9FM), Radio Ngati Porou and Turanga FM prior to 8.30am.

Eastern Region Road Maintenance

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:27:00 +1200

Tenders are invited for the road maintenance of 300km of sealed and unsealed roads within the Gisborne district eastern region roading network from 3 October 2011 to 30 September 2014 with up to 2 further one year renewals.

Tender documents will be available from Monday 18 April at Customer Service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm on Wednesday 25 May 2011.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Agrisea New Zealand Ltd

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:28:50 +1200

We have received an application for resource consent from Agrisea New Zealand Ltd, 64 Bilham Road, Patutahi, Legal Description: Lot 1 DP8577 and Lot 1 DP8814.

The application is for Discretionary Activity to use an existing pack house, cool store and sundry facilities for the brewing and storing of liquid nutrient products derived from ecklonia radiata seaweed, and processed organically.

The consent application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

Any person may make a submission on this consent application.

Meetings for May 2011

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 16:38:34 +1200

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for May 2011

Meeting agendas and reports are available on the website 2 days before the meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Urban Search and Rescue

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 09:09:04 +1200

Gisborne is looking for volunteers to join the Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team. The USAR team locates and rescues people trapped after disasters such as building collapses, landslides or earthquakes.

As a volunteer you will receive full training in a wide range of emergency skills including basic fire fighting, first aid and technical rescue operations. Volunteers are needed for both operations, working in the field and support-administration for the team.

For information on becoming a USAR volunteer

USAR worked with police and their dogs looking for survivors after the recent Christchurch earthquake.

Secondhand Sunday

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 11:48:13 +1200

See the list of participants and information about Secondhand Sunday

Appointment of Trustee

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 11:50:54 +1200

Applications are invited from persons interested in being appointed as a trustee. The Gisborne District Council holds the right of appointment under the Trust Deed. In accordance with Clause 11 of the Trust Deed, 2 trustees are to retire by rotation.

As one retiring trustee is the Mayor’s nominee, there is only one vacancy.

The other retiree does not seek reappointment.

The Eastland Community Trust holds the shareholding in Eastland Infrastructure Ltd, Eastland Network Ltd and Eastland Port Ltd. The Trust also has an independent investment company (Eastland Development Fund).

Under its Trust Deed, it is charged with various responsibilities relating broadly to the preservation of the value of that investment, and the use of income from it to the benefit of the district’s residents as beneficiaries of the Trust.

Here's a fact sheet including further information as to the attributes required of trustees.

Applications should include your full Curriculum Vitae. You need to label your application "Eastland Community Trust Appointment".

Applications close 4pm Friday 13 May.

A & D Gilmour

Wed, 04 May 2011 14:50:08 +1200

The application is for a Discretionary Activity to subdivide Lot 4 DP 1825 into 2 allotments, comprising 6067m2 each. The land is zoned Rural Productive and the proposed lots are below the minimum site area of 8 hectares.

A land use consent is also required to construct a dwelling on a substandard allotment and with in the F4 Flood Hazard Overlay.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects, see document below.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission

Submissions must be received no later than 4pm Wednesday 1 June 2011. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Rates payments

Wed, 04 May 2011 16:53:54 +1200

Friday 20 May is the last day to pay the 4th rates instalment for the 2010/2011 year.

Payment may be made at customer service in Fitzherbert Street or at Te Puia Springs Service Centre.

Payments, including postal payments, must be received before 5pm on 20 May 2011 to avoid a 10% penalty.

Telephone or internet banking, please quote your valuation number as the reference number. If you are making payments for multiple properties please ensure each property is correctly identified with the valuation number.

Applications for a rate rebate of up to $570 this year close on 30 June 2011. No late applications can be accepted.

Cancelled meeting

Tue, 10 May 2011 14:23:39 +1200

The meeting of the Hearings Committee scheduled for 18 May 2011 has been cancelled due to insufficient business.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Beacon Street Reserve

Thu, 12 May 2011 08:40:53 +1200

The Gisborne District Council proposes to enter into a lease agreement for part of Beacon Street Reserve (described legally as Part Lot 100 DP 1149) for use as sports clubroom.

The Eastland Triathlon and Multi Sport Club have requested a lease to formalise their use of council land. Final terms and conditions of the agreement are subject to the Council’s approval.

The area to be leased is highlighted in red.

Motu cycle trails meeting

Thu, 12 May 2011 14:15:21 +1200

Come along and find out how the development of the trails are progressing. Discuss potential business opportunities with Richard Balm, project manager, New Zealand Cycle Trails, who has been involved with the development of all the New Zealand trails.

When: Thursday 19 May 2011
Where: Motu Community House
Time: 5pm – 6:30pm

Coastal occupation charging

Thu, 12 May 2011 15:35:24 +1200

The submission period has closed for variation 15 to the Coastal Plan. Variation 15 would include a statement in the Coastal Plan that Council will not establish a coastal occupation charging regime at the current time.

Further Submissions

A summary of the submissions received and further submission form has been sent to all submitters and is available here.

You can now make a further submission to council by 5pm Friday 27 May 2011 provided you:

represent a relevant public interest
have an interest in the proposal greater than the general public

Your further submission should be about the parts of the original submission you support or oppose and why. It should also state the decision you are seeking from council and should include your name, postal address, phone number, email address and whether you wish to be heard at a Council hearing. You must also send a copy of your further submission to the person who made the original submission within 5 working days. Council will supply you with addresses of those submitters on request.

This notice is given under clause 7 First Schedule Resource Management Act 1991.

Sterling Cottages Ltd

Mon, 16 May 2011 08:31:55 +1200

The application is for a Discretionary Activity for a 5 lot subdivision of Lot 2 DP 420775. All of the proposed lots are below the 1 hectare minimum area for the Rural Residential Zone. The Landuse application seeks consent for future building on the substandard Lots 1 to 4 of the proposed subdivision

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. For information about how to make a submission.
Submissions must be received at council no later than 4pm Monday 13 June 2011.

A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant

This notice is given under Section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991

Extraordinary meeting of council

Tue, 17 May 2011 11:02:45 +1200

The purpose of this meeting is to interview candidates for appointment to the Eastland Community Trust (ECT). And if agreed by the meeting to resolve who the appointee will be.

The meeting will held with the public excluded for privacy reasons.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Mahaki Settlement Road

Thu, 19 May 2011 10:15:20 +1200

Mahaki Settlement Road will be closed to vehicles between 10am and 5pm on Sunday 22 May. This is to allow the hill climb to take place. In the event of wet weather it will be held on 29 May.

During the closure, vehicles that normally use the road will be let through now and then. It will be an offence under the regulations for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Dog control policy and bylaw

Fri, 20 May 2011 11:23:43 +1200

Gisborne District Council has completed a review of its dog control policy and bylaw. Council adopted the policy and the bylaw at their meeting on 31 March 2011 and they took effect from this date.

Both documents replace all previous dog control policies and bylaws.

Dog Control Bylaw

Dog Control Policy

Rating information database

Fri, 20 May 2011 11:30:57 +1200

The Rating Information Database is available for public inspection at customer service counters at Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Springs between 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

The Rating Information Database contains a record of the information required for setting and assessing rates.

Members of the public are to have reasonable access to the information in the database relating to the calculation of liability for rates.

This notice is given under Section 28 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002.

Rates default

Fri, 20 May 2011 11:33:46 +1200

In the High Court of New Zealand Gisborne Registry CIV-2010-416-000271

Between: Gisborne District Council of Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne

Creditor

And: Heni Te Kahurangi Grace of 4 Peneha Street, Whatatutu

Debtor

Under the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 judgment was given on the 2nd June 2010, in the Gisborne District Court for the sum of $2,946.40 being arrears of rates due by HENI TE KAHURANGI GRACE as the owner of (or due by “the owner” of )

Lot 4 Deposited Plan 4998 - 4 Peneha Street, Whatatutu

This is to give notice that the said property will be sold or leased by public auction, under the provisions of the said Act, after 6 months from the date of this notice, unless the amount of the said judgment, together with interest thereon from the date of the said judgment to the date of payment, and all costs and expenses incurred in recovering the same, and all other rates due on the property up to the date of payment, are paid for before the sale or lease.

Dated at Gisborne 28 May 2011

Mayflower Lavendar Limited

Fri, 20 May 2011 11:40:00 +1200

Gisborne District Council has received an application for resource consent from

Applicant: Mayflower Lavender Limited, C/- Insight (Gisborne) Limited, PO Box 986, Gisborne

Location: 25B Fitzherbert Street

Legal Description: Lot 1 DP4875

Application Number: LU-2011-104890-00

The application is for a non-complying activity in the residential protection zone. The proposal includes the establishment and operation of a retail and café premises.

The application below includes an assessment of environmental effects.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission

Submissions must be received by Council no later than 4pm Monday 20 June 2011

A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

Tairawhiti Land Development Trust

Tue, 24 May 2011 10:58:24 +1200

A meeting of the Tairawhiti Development Trust has been scheduled for Friday 27 May 2011 starting at 12pm in the council chambers, 15 Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne.The Trust will present its final report on the major regional initiative.

June meeting schedule

Wed, 25 May 2011 10:30:24 +1200

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for June 2011.

Meeting agendas and associated reports are available from our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Changes to district plan maps

Mon, 30 May 2011 15:42:50 +1200

Council has decided to adopt Plan Change 45 and Private Plan Change 6 to the District Plan.
Plan Change 45 rezones 4 sites in Gisborne city, Tolaga Bay and Hicks Bay, to better reflect the use or intended use of the sites and the planning rules that should govern those sites.
Private Plan Change 6 amends the F9 Flood Hazard Overlay at Mangapapa School.

A copy of the decision on Private Plan Change 6 has been sent to the applicant and is available from customer services in Fitzherbert Street, HB Williams Memorial Library, or on our website. A copy of the decision on Plan Change 45 is also available.

Please note that the District Plan is deemed to have been amended by these decisions from the date of this public notice.
The changes will have full effect from Tuesday 7 June 2011.

This notice is given under clause 10 First Schedule Resource Management Act 1991.

Waimata Valley Road

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 11:41:59 +1200

Waimata Valley Road (from the start of road to top where it turns into gravel pit) will be closed to vehicles between 10am and 5pm on Sunday 5 June. This is to allow the hill climb to take place. In the event of wet weather it will be held on 12 June.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Judco Limited

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:31:38 +1200

To take up to 1,800 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 25 litres per second from the Waipaoa River.

Location: Travelling Irrigation between Patutahi and Te Karaka

Application No: WS-2011-104884-00

Applicant: Judco Limited

Applicant’s Address: 17 Lytton Road, Gisborne

A Water Permit is required for irrigation.

Roberts Farming Company Limited

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:35:15 +1200

To take up to 691 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 8 litres per second from the Whakaahu Stream.

Location: 113 Knight Road

Map Ref: NZMS 260 Y18 2935013 6275118

Application No: WS-2011-104885-00

Applicant: Roberts Farming Company Limited

Applicant’s Address: 113 Knight Road, RD2, Gisborne.

A Water Permit is required for irrigation.

F&D Briant Companies Partnersip

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:37:53 +1200

To take up to 2,400 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 30 litres per second from the Waipaoa River.

Location: Travelling irrigation, downstream of Kirkpatrick Road

Application No: WS-2011-104908-00

Applicant: F & D Briant Companies Partnership

Applicant’s Address: 259 Wharekopae Road, RD2 Gisborne

A Water Permit is required for irrigation.

AJ & AR Cameron

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:40:12 +1200

To take up to 2,420 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 28 litres per second from the Waipaoa River.

Location: 385 Bushmere Road

Map Ref: NZMS 260 Y18 2938396 6274336

Application No: WS-2011-104913-00

Applicant: AJ & AR Cameron

Applicant’s Address: PO Box 419, Gisborne.

A Water Permit is required for irrigation.

RD Thorpe

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:43:14 +1200

To take up to 864 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 10.0 litres per second from the Waipaoa River.

Location: Wharerata Road

Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2937689 6271174

Application Number: WS-2011-104927-00

Applicant: R.D. Thorpe

Applicant’s Address: PO Box 863, Gisborne

A water permit is required for irrigation.

Gisborne District Council

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:45:34 +1200

(1) To take up to 12,960 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 150 litres per second from the Waipaoa River.

(2) To take up to 13,392 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 155 litres per second from the Waipaoa River.

Location: Bushmere Road

Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 293800 6274403

Application Numbers: WS-2011-104932-00 and WS-2011-104931-00

Applicant: Gisborne District Council

Applicant’s Address: PO Box 747, Gisborne.

A Water Permit is required for urban supply as required. And a Water Permit is required for urban emergency supply as required.

Makorori Hill Barriers

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 17:50:05 +1200

Barriers have been installed on Makorori hill to address safety issues. A public meeting will be held to discuss what can be done to balance access and aesthetic issues with the need for safety.

Plans will be presented for

replacing the barrier on the top carpark with a low rock wall
a new walkway from the top carpark to ‘The Point’
planting along the barrier to lessen its visual impact.

The meeting will also discuss future plans for Makorori, including setting up an interest group and a co-management plan to guide future

developments in the area.

Where: Lawson Field Theatre, Fitzherbert Street

When: Monday 20 June 2011

Time: 5.30pm

Council and NZTA acknowledge the importance of stakeholder input in road changes and are keen to work with those interested on plans for the area.

All are welcome.

July meeting schedule

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:59:20 +1200

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for July 2011. Meeting agendas and associated reports are available from our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

City centre roads closed for Christmas parade

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 14:11:24 +1200

The Christmas parade will take place on Saturday 3 December, or in case of wet weather, Sunday 4 December 2011. Parts of the following roads will be closed to vehicles at 3pm and reopened when the parade is completed 5.30pm at the latest.

Derby Street
Grey Street
Bright Street
Peel Street
Kahutia Street
Childers Road
Gladstone Road
Palmerston Road

The parade route (solid line) and proposed road closures (broken line) are shown in the map.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Rates rebate scheme

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 14:14:45 +1200

Applications for a rate rebate of up to $570 this rating year for low income earners close on Thursday 30 June 2011.

Applications forms and details who can apply are available.

The Department of Internal Affairs will not accept any late applications.

Night-time traffic rural industrial B zone

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 17:14:49 +1200

The submission period has closed for proposed plan change 46 to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan.

Plan change 46 proposes that heavy vehicle traffic associated with the Rural Industrial B Zone be permitted to operate 24 hours a day. Currently heavy vehicles can only access or leave sites in the zone between 6am and 9pm. The proposed changes also acknowledge that the character of the area within the Rural Industrial B Zone will change over time as more industry is developed there.

Further submissions

Here's a summary of the submissions received, they were sent to all submitters in late June and are also available from customer services in Fitzherbert Street and HB Williams Memorial Library.

You can now make a further submission provided:

• you represent a relevant public interest

• you have an interest in the proposal greater than the general public.

Please note the new further submission closing date is 5pm 20 July 2011.

To make a further submission. You must also send a copy of your further submission to the person who made the original submission within 5 working days. Contact us for addresses of submitters

Hearing Committee change of date

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 12:20:41 +1200

The Hearings Committee will meet on Tuesday 19 July at 1pm instead of Friday 22 July. All welcome

The meeting agenda and associated reports are available from Council’s website 2 days before the scheduled meeting. This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Pavement Rehabilitation

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 08:22:00 +1200

Tenders are invited to upgrade 12 sections of road within the Gisborne northern and western regions. The work includes, but is not limited to, approximately 11.2 km of pavement rehabilitation, overlay and/or wheel track smoothing, sealing and pavement marking.

Tender documents are available from Council’s Customer Service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 27 July 2011.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Mander Road

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 11:32:13 +1200

Mander Road (from start of road to bridge) will be closed to vehicles between 10am and 5pm on Sunday 10 July. This is to allow the hill climb to take place.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Road-end stopped

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:44:16 +1200

Council advises that the road-end in Harris Street (Crawford Road side of the stream) is now stopped.

This notice is given under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974

Gisborne Crime Prevention Camera Trust

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 11:24:38 +1200

RfP are sought to design, supply, install and maintain CCTV cameras and equipment in the central business district and other locations as required. The camera surveillance equipment will be installed at and operated from the Gisborne Police Station.

We need contractors with the necessary experience, capacity, understanding and commitment to enter into an arrangement with the Trust.

A preferred provider should be selected by mid September 2011 with operation commencing by 30 November 2011.

Details of the information to be submitted as part of this RfP process

Registrations must be received at council by 4pm on 12 August 2011 or email service@gdc.govt.nz.

Temporary closure of roads

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 12:11:50 +1200

The roads below will be closed to allow Rally NZ to hold the Gisborne Rally on Saturday 10 September 2011 between the times shown. The estimated number of vehicles taking part will be 60.

Pehiri Tahunga Road

Taumata Road

7.15am to 11am

Pehiri Tahunga Road from the end of tarmac to its junction with Taumata Road.
Taumata Road from Pehiri Tahunga Road to start of tarmac.

Wharekopae Road
Tahora Road
Te Wera RoadRakauroa Road
8.15am to 5pm

Each road will only be used twice.

Whakarau Road
9.30am to 3.45pm

Whakarau Road from Motu Road to Mahaki Settlement Road

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone other than those covered by the permit for the above event to use the roads while they are closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Making irrigation pay

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 16:25:01 +1200

Come along to the free workshop at the Bushmere Arms, Waerenga-a-hika on Tuesday 9 August 1.30pm - 4.30pm.

The topics include:

Soil – how do you work out how much water your soil holds? A get your hands dirty exercise...
Climate – what do the different measures mean and where do you get relevant data from? Considerations when installing your own climate stations?
Crop water use – regionally specific crop water use patterns.
Water budgets – what is a water budget? Why is it important for scheduling your irrigation applications?
Practical irrigation scheduling options – soil moisture monitoring – placement, installation and interpreting the data? Computer models for irrigation scheduling – what’s available and how do I use it?
Getting the most from your water meter – simple benchmarks of water use efficiency (production,beneficial use and energy).

There will be plenty of local case studies, opportunities to ask questions and practical ideas for you to take back to your own farm and system.

For further programme and speaker information visit irrigation nz website

Impounded stock

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 09:39:36 +1200

Council has seized and impounded the following stock:

Romney Ram 4 Tooth. From Goldsmith Street on 19 July 2011.

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at Granny Tarr pound on 1 August 2011 at 3pm.

Chestnut Colt - white blaze near side rear, white sock. From Nelson Road on 20 July 2011.

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at Nelson Rd pound on 1 August 2011 at 2.30pm.

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

P Searle

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:05:15 +1200

Gisborne District Council has received an application for resource consent from

Applicant: P Searle, C/- Insight (Gisborne) Ltd, PO Box 986, Gisborne 4040
Location: 58 Brunton Road, Patutahi, Gisborne
Legal Description: Lot 4 DP 1208, GS103/38
Application Number: SG2011-104987-00

The application is for a discretionary activity to subdivide Lot 4 DP1208 into 2 new allotments. Lot 1 is proposed to be between 1.23 to 3.25 hectares, this is substandard to the 8 hectare minimum allotment size for the Rural Production Zone

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. For details about how to make a submission.

Submissions must be received no later than 4pm Friday 19 August 2011. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Indevin Estates Gisborne Limited

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:58:47 +1200

To renew a water permit to take up to 32,000 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 900 litres per second from the Waipaoa River for frost protection. A water permit is required for frost protection.

Applicant: Indevin Estates Gisborne Limited
Applicant’s Address: 119 Whitmore, Road, RD1, Ormond, Gisborne.
Location: Waipaoa River, opposite Bond Road
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y17 2938350 6283520
Application Number: WS-2011-104947-00

Any person may make a written submission on the application.

Submissions must be received no later than 4pm Friday 19 August 2011.

A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Location map

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August meeting schedule

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 09:49:20 +1200

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for August 2011

Meeting agendas and associated reports are available on our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Fresh water management policies

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:36:24 +1200

Under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management, Council is required to adopt, without delay, transitional policies to guide decisions that affect water quality and water allocation. Council has included the relevant policies into Part E of its Transitional Regional Plan. Copies of the Transitional Regional Plan are available from Customer Services in Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Springs, HB Williams Memorial Library, or on our website.

The amendment is made under section 55 (2A) of the Resource Management Act 1991, which directs amendments are made without using the public submission process under the Resource Management Act 1991.

Hans van Kregten
Group Manager Environment and Policy

Plan change 42

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:42:06 +1200

Proposed Plan Change 42 to the Combined Regional Land and District plan reviews the provisions for subdivision and development infrastructure, and network utility operations. Council has adopted Stage 1 (works and services). Decisions on Stage 2 (network utilities) will be made at a later time.

Please note the relevant parts of the District Plan are amended by this decision from today.

Submitters may appeal the Council decision on a proposed change to the Environment Court. This notice is given under clause 10, First Schedule, Resource Management Act 1991.

Plan change 44

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:45:36 +1200

Council has adopted proposed plan change 44 to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan, which amends the Taruheru Block Infrastructure Plan, to ensure effective and efficient provision of future infrastructure within the Taruheru Block.

Please note the relevant parts of the District Plan are amended by this decision from today.

Submitters may appeal the Council decision on a proposed change to the Environment Court. This notice is given under clause 10, First Schedule, Resource Management Act 1991.

Variation 15

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:48:46 +1200

Council has adopted proposed variation 15 to the Proposed Regional Coastal Environment Plan, which seeks not to establish a coastal occupation charging regime in the Gisborne district.
Contact Yvette Kinsella for more information.

Copies of the decisions for the plan changes and variation above have been sent to submitters and are available from Customer Services in Fitzherbert Street, HB Williams Memorial Library and on our website.

Please note the relevant parts of the Coastal Plan are amended by this decision from today.

Submitters may appeal the Council decision on a proposed change to the Environment Court. This notice is given under clause 10, First Schedule, Resource Management Act 1991.

Nelson Park Footbridge

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 11:29:26 +1200

The Nelson Park Footbridge will be closed from Wednesday 3 August for approximately 2 weeks.

This is to allow urgent repairs to be carried out on the footbridge.

Pedestrians are advised that they should use Nelson Road during this time.

Council apologises for any inconvenience.

Creative communities funding scheme

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:47:28 +1200

Applications for financial assistance under the Creative Communities Scheme are now being called for.

A total of $12,500 is available for distribution to individuals and organisations for projects, which increase participation in the arts by enhancing and strengthening the local arts sector; widen the range of arts available in the community and support artistic expression of the diverse cultures within the district.

Applicants should reside in our district and projects funded are to take place and produce benefits which are largely experienced within the Gisborne district.

For more information and the application form

Traffic and Parking Bylaw review

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 09:36:30 +1200

Council is reviewing the Gisborne district Traffic and Parking bylaw. Major changes proposed are:

• Illegal camping: it will be an offence for anyone to park on a road or in a public place with the intention of camping unless they are displaying a current Freedom Camping Permit and are parked within Council’s designated freedom camping areas

• Parking heavy vehicles in residential areas: it will be an offence to park a heavy vehicle (more than 8,000kg) for more than one hour in residential areas except in arterial routes (as defined in the District Plan) or for businesses to load or unload the vehicle

• Skateboards: reduces the infringement fee for riding a skateboard in prohibited areas from $750 to $55.

Council is proposing these changes to the current bylaw and wants your feedback.

Submissions must be in writing and close at 4pm on Friday 9 September 2011.
You can use make a submission on our website, or by mail or email.

For more information on the Traffic and Parking Bylaw Review

Pavement Rehabilitation

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:25:05 +1200

Tenders are invited for the upgrading of 12 sites within Gisborne city and eastern region. The work includes, but is not limited to, approximately 6km of pavement rehabilitation, kerbing, sealing, asphaltic concrete overlay, and pavement marking.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 31 August 2011.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Motu Road

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:34:36 +1200

It is proposed to temporarily close Motu Road from Motu township to the boundary with Opotiki District Council between 7am and 12pm on Saturday 8 October 2011 for the Motu Challenge multi-sport event and Motu 60 cycle race. During the closure, no vehicles will be able to use the road.

Any person objecting to this proposal can make their objection in writing stating the reasons why. This must be received by Council before 4pm Friday 19 August 2011.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Waiteata Street Footbridge

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 13:02:53 +1200

The footbridge between Richardson Avenue and Waiteata Street will be closed from Wednesday 10 August for approximately 2 weeks.

The footbridge will be removed to carry out urgent repairs.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

Waihirere Reserve

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:37:14 +1200

The Waihirere Reserve will be closed for feral goat shooting from Monday 15 to Friday 19 August 2011 - weather permitting.

The reserve will be closed temporarily between 8am and 4pm on the days that Council’s animal biosecurity staff are shooting.

The gate at the entrance will be locked.

Wiliam Busby

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:45:44 +1200

To take up to 3,456 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 40 litres per second from the Pauariki Stream and Hikuwai River for irrigation purposes.

Location: Pauariki Stream and Hikurangi River, Pauariki Station, Mata Road.
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Z16 2970502 6327774

Applicant: William Busby
Applicant’s Address: Pauariki Station, 263 Mata Road, Tokomaru Bay

A water permit is required for irrigation.

The applications include an assessment of environmental effects.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission

Submissions must be received no later than 4pm Friday 9 September 2011. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Roberts Farming Company Ltd

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:51:37 +1200

To discharge pumped tile drainage water, at a maximum rate of 53 litres per second, into the Knights Road Drain.

Location: Knight Road, Patutahi
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 29349616275519

Applicant: Roberts Farming Company Ltd
Applicant’s Address: 113 Knight Road, RD2, Gisborne 4072

A discharge permit is required for pumped stormwater drainage.

The application include an assessment of environmental effects.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission

Submissions must be received no later than 4pm Friday 9 September 2011. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Representation Review Committee

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:57:15 +1200

There is an additional meeting of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for August 2011

Representation Review Committee will meet following the Council meeting on Thursday 25 August 2011

Rates payments

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 10:01:40 +1200

Monday 22 August 2011 is the last day to pay the 1st rates instalment for the 2011/2012 year.

Payments including postal payments, must be received before 5pm on Monday 22 August 2011 to avoid a 10% penalty.

Applications for a rate rebate of up to $580 this year close on 30 June 2012. No late applications can be accepted.

Public address system

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:52:19 +1200

The public address system at the Gisborne Olympic Pool Complex needs to be repaired or renewed.

Suitable contractors are invited to assess the condition of the current system and provide proposals (including cost estimates) for the each of the components.

A site visit to establish the exact scope of the work is required and can be arranged with pool duty manager during opening hours 6am – 8pm.

The work should be carried out in September/October 2011.

Contractors with relevant experience and appropriate qualifications are invited to register their interest with Hendrik Geyer.

Olympic pool canopy

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:01:04 +1200

The canopy over the Olympic Pool complex’s main pool needs to be cleaned and rust-proofed. This includes:

Cleaning, drying and rust removal on affected areas of the canopy’s steel structure
Rust proofing the affected sections, using INOX rust proofing penetrating oil
Sealing the work area to prevent dust and debris from affecting the pool andusers

Contractors with relevant experience and appropriate qualifications are invited to assess the canopy and provide quotations.

A site visit to establish the exact scope of the work is required and can be arranged with the duty pool manager between opening hours 6am-8pm.

The work should be carried out in September/October 2011.

Changes to Earthquake Prone Building Policy

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 11:12:13 +1200

Council is proposing changes to its Earthquake Prone Building Policy and would like your feedback.

The proposed changes include:

reducing the time allowed for strengthening buildings from 25 years to 10 years
removing the specific timeframe for heritage buildings
adding a new clause for buildings strengthened under previous legislation
clarifying the acceptance requirements for Initial Evaluation Procedure reports.

A copy of the policy and report to Council

Here's how you can make a submission on the proposed changes.

Written submissions should include:

your name, address and contact details
whether you support or oppose the changes
any other changes you would like to see made
whether you wish to be heard by theHearings Committee.

Submissions must be received by Council no later than 4pm on 21 September 2011.

Sealed Road Resurfacing

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 08:25:53 +1200

Tenders are invited for chip sealing of approximately 74km and asphalt smoothing of approximately 1.2km of roads within the Gisborne region during 2011/12.

Tender documents are available for a non-refundable fee of $100 from customer service.

Tenders close 1pm on Wednesday 14 September 2011.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Childers Road Reserve

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:48:27 +1200

The Gisborne District Council proposes to enter into a new lease agreement for part of the old Gisborne City Football clubrooms to Eastland Junior Football.

Gisborne City Football Club has found that the current lease arrangements are unsustainable and wish to surrender their lease. Junior Football would look to make the facilities available to other football clubs for evening training ensuring the facilities are used to a maximum.

Final terms and conditions of the agreement are subject to Council's approval.

Any submission for or against the granting of the lease should be in writing and lodged with Council no later than 5pm Monday 26 September 2011.

The area to be leased is highlighted in red.

Draft Regional Host Strategy

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 16:26:12 +1200

Council welcomes your views on the Draft Regional Host Strategy for the Gisborne and East Coast district.

The Host Strategy has been developed in response to the need to address issues and concerns relating to the growth and development of events and hosting activities in the region.

The strategy provides a framework and long term plan to:

attract desirable and quality events and activities to our region
maximise the legacy value of events in the region
ensure that the diverse and bi-cultural nature of our people and community is embraced and celebrated
support the delivery of excellent quality services and facilities for residents and visitors to the region
support the management and delivery of all events and activities in an environmentally and economically sustainable way
work in partnership with the region’s tangata whenua, and
continue to support the successful delivery of Gisborne’s existing iconic events.

Make your submission in writing to Council before 4pm Friday 30 September 2011.

You can make a submission online.

Rating Sale

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 17:02:15 +1200

Rating sale of freehold property situated at Tuparoa Road, Ruatoria

Under the Conduct of the Registrar of the High Court of New Zealand at Gisborne

Rating Sale No. 189/2009

At the request of the Gisborne District Council in exercise of a power of sale under the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, the Registrar of the High Court of New Zealand at Gisborne will offer for sale by tender all the property situated at Tuparoa Road, Ruatoria being an estate Fee Simple in that parcel of land containing 8094 square metres more or less being Manutahi A26B4B and being all of the land in Certificate of Title GS3D/102, Gisborne Registry.

The property is zoned General Residential.

The Gisborne District Council’s Application and a copy of the Invitation to Tender may be inspected at, or obtained from, the office of the Registrar of the High Court at Gisborne or at the office of the Gisborne District Council, Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne, during office hours prior to the sale without payment of any fee.

Tenders close at the office of the High Court, Gisborne at 4pm on Monday the 5th day of September 2011.

September meetings

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 16:25:31 +1200

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for September 2011

Meeting agendas and associated reports are available on our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Brian Neville Scragg

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 16:37:43 +1200

Take up to 110 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 3 litres a second from underground for irrigation.

Applicant: Brian Neville Scragg
Applicant’s Address: CMB 101, Manutuke, Gisborne
Location: 55C Whakato Road, Manutuke
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2936804 6268325
Application Number: WG-2011-105024-00
A water permit is required for irrigation.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission

Submissions must be received before 4pm Wednesday 28 September 2011.

A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under Section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Electoral system and right to demand a poll

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 10:12:29 +1200

At a meeting on 25 August 2011 Council resolved to continue with the First Past the Post (FPP) electoral system for the 2013 triennial general election.

Electors of the Gisborne District Council have a right to demand a poll to change the resolution to use the Single Transferable Vote (STV) electoral system.

Should a valid demand for a poll be received, a poll will be held on whether the First Past the Post (FPP) electoral system or Single Transferable Vote (STV) electoral system will be used for the next 2 triennial elections (2013 and 2016) of the Gisborne District Council.

A valid demand must be:

made in writing
signed by at least 5 percent of eligible
electors of the Gisborne District Council. This will require 1,517 elector signatures.
delivered to the address by 28 February 2012 (for the outcome of the poll to apply to the 2013 election).

Every elector who signs a demand must also set out their name and the address for which they are qualified as an elector of the Gisborne District Council.

This notice is given under section 28 of the Local Electoral Act 2001.

Whataupoko Stormwater Upgrade - Clifford St

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 15:56:15 +1200

Tenders are invited for the replacement of approximately 305 metres of stormwater pipework in Whataupoko, Gisborne city, with RCRRJ pipes ranging from 225mm to 525mm diameter and 200 mm diameter PVC pipes.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 28 September 2011.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Possible closure of Te Puia Springs transfer station

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 16:01:45 +1200

Council wants your views on the possible closure of the Te Puia Springs transfer station and the use of a sticker system for the disposal of rubbish.

Where:     Iritekura Marae
When:      Thursday 8 September 2011
Time:        6.30pm

Possible closure of Tikitiki transfer station

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 09:00:57 +1200

Council wants to get your views on the possible closure of the Tikitiki transfer station and the use of a sticker system for the disposal of rubbish.

Where:     Waiapu RSA
When:      Tuesday 13 September 2011
Time:      5.30pm

Possible closure of Whatatutu transfer station

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 09:21:20 +1200

Council wants to get your views on the possible closure of the Whatatutu transfer station and the use of a sticker system for the disposal of rubbish.

Where:     Te Kura o Whatatutu, 24 Te Hau Road
When:      Wednesday 14 September 2011
Time:      6pm

Community arts projects

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 08:26:00 +1200

If you have a community-based arts activity or project that needs funding, you need to apply before 5pm on Friday 30 September.

For more information and an application form

Citizens Civic Award nominations

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 08:29:52 +1200

Council is seeking nominations for this award which is presented to local persons or organisations who have given outstanding voluntary service to Gisborne district communities.

Nominations close at 4pm on 30 September 2011.

Any individual, group or organisation may make a nomination. All nominations must be nominated and seconded.

For more information and the nomination form.

Possible closure of rural transfer stations

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 12:52:13 +1200

Council wants to get your views on solid waste issues and the possible closure of Whatatutu, Te Puia and Tikitiki transfer stations.

Where: Council Chambers, Fitzherbert Street
When: Monday 26 September 2011
Time: 6pm

Impounded stock

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 14:02:17 +1200

Council has seized and impounded the following stock from Main Road, Kaharau, Ruatoria on 15 September 2011.

One white marewith grey maneand tail

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at:

Te PuiaSprings pound on Wednesday 28September 2011at 1.30pm.

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

Waingake Road closed

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 16:44:22 +1200

Waingake Road (from Water works to top of hill where the gravel starts) will be closed to vehicles between 10am and 5pm on Sunday 25 September. This is to allow the hill climb to take place.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Closure of roads at city end of Stout Street

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 12:05:58 +1300

The Gisborne Herald Quarter Marathon is to take place on Sunday 13 November. It is proposed to temporarily close parts of Stafford, Maclean and Whitmore Streets between Stout Street and Ormond Road; and Stout Street between Fox Street and Fitzherbert Street. The closure will take place between 8am and 10am. Vehicles will not be able to use the closed roads during this time.

Any person objecting to this proposal can make their objection in writing stating the reasons why. This must be received by Council before 4pm Friday 7 October 2011.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Gisborne Holdings Ltd

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:53:46 +1300

Gisborne Holdings Ltd (GHL) and its trading subsidiary Tauwhareparae Farms Ltd (TFL) are wholly owned companies of the Gisborne District Council.

Council is seeking two Directors for GHL, the parent company. The Directors of the parent company appoint the Directors of TFL with the Council’s agreement.

The Council seeks candidates with broad commercial experience to complement the current Directors’ skills. An information pack is available from the Mayor’s Personal Assistant by phoning 867 2049.

Applications should be by way of full Curriculum Vitae provided to the Mayor, Gisborne District Council, PO Box 747, Gisborne, marked “Gisborne Holdings Ltd Appointment”.

Applications close at 4pm on 7 October 2011.

Secondhand Sunday 2nd October

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:57:37 +1300

A list of participating addresses is available on the Secondhand Sunday webpage.

Meetings for October

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:08:18 +1300

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for October 2011.

Meeting agendas and associated reports are available from Council’s website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Lincolns Bridge

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:26:41 +1300

Only light vehicles - less than 1 tonne, can use Lincolns Bridge at the end of Mander Road while urgent repairs are carried out.

The restriction is expected to last 6 weeks.

Spraying the drains

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 09:43:31 +1300

Warning health risk to watercress collectors - the drains on the Poverty Bay Flats are programmed to be sprayed with Roundup herbicide.

Please don't pick the watercress

Abondoned land

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 11:38:53 +1300

Take Notice - after the expiry of one month from the date of the publication of this notice The Gisborne District Council intends to exercise its powers under Section 77 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 by seeking orders from the District Court at Gisborne declaring the following land to be abandoned land and authorising the Council to sell it or lease it:

A property at 22 Glasgow Crescent, Gisborne, more particularly described as ALL THAT parcel of land containing 829m2 more or less being lot 36 Deposited Plan 4803 and being all the land comprised and described in Certificate of Title Volume 4B Folio 348 (Gisborne Registry) registered proprietors Michael John Currie and Julie Anne Louisa Currie.

Dog control policy and practices 2010-2011

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 11:46:37 +1300

The Gisborne District Council’s report on the Dog Control Policy and Practices 2010-2011 was adopted at the Environment and Policy Committee meeting on 14 September 2011 and received by Council on 29 September 2011.

The primary purpose for preparing this report is to allow communities to see how Gisborne District Council is managing its dog control responsibilities.

Here's the report , it is also available at our customer service desk in Fitzherbert Street.

Redundant wastewater equipment

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 15:37:54 +1300

Tenders are invited for the sale and removal of redundant equipment from Council's ex wastewater site in Stanley Road. Items include stainless steel rotating milliscreens and augers, and associated electric motors.

A site visit will be conducted on 19 October between 1-3pm for registered parties only. To register for this visit, please contact service@gdc.govt.nz before Monday 17 October 2011.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 26 October 2011.

The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Eastland Port Limited

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 09:06:01 +1300

This is an amended notification of an application for resource consent.

The application is for a Discretionary Activity to extend the existing log yard into an area identified as a contaminated site, a Controlled Activity for earthworks to modify a spur ridge and a Discretionary Activity for the discharge of treated stormwater from the extended log yard and the possible replacement or upgrading of a stormwater pipe in the bank of the Kopuawhakapata Stream.

Applicant - Eastland Port Limited
Location - Log yard, 115 Crawford Road, Gisborne
Legal description - Lot 2 DP412947, Lot 1 DP1998, Lot 1 DP3238

Any person may make a written submission on the application. Submissions must be received by the Gisborne District Council no later than 4pm Thursday 10 November 2011. To make a submission

A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

The application including an assessment of environmental effects:

Application (4.9MB)
App 1. Certificate of Title (311kb)
App 2. Plans (903kb)
App 3. Noise Assessment, App. 4 Stormwater Treatment, App 5. Stormwater Discharge (2.9MB)
App 6. Geotechnical Report (4MB)
App 7. Pavement Design Report (4MB)
App. 8 Landscape and Visual Effects Assessment (2.8MB)
App. 9 - App16. Cultural Assessment (2.7MB)
Archaelogical Report (133kb)
Stormwater Report (291kb)

Follow the progress of the application

Diesel powered generator

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 15:41:00 +1300

Tenders are invited to purchase a 250 KVa Stamford generator complete with a 1994 Cummins LTA10-G2 industrial motor and installed in a 20 foot high cube container.

The unit has been used as a back-up power supply and has 638 hours from new on the meter. It has been well maintained with monthly runs, and annual oil and filter changes following a complete overhaul in 2007.

The unit is offered for sale ex Stanley Road Gisborne and can be inspected at the site on 19 October 2011 between 10am and midday by registered parties only. To register your interest please contact Roger Long at the contact details above.

Tenders close at 1pm Wednesday 26 October 2011.

The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Impounded stock

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:03:35 +1300

Council has seized and impounded the following stock from the state highway near Whakaangiangi turn-off, Te Araroa on Thursday 13 October 2011.

One chestnut mare with blaze & chestnut colt foal, with blaze and 3 white socks
One bay mare with star and one Bay filly foal, blaze and 3 white socks
One brown mare
One Piebald 2yr mare
One Piebald colt

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at Te Puia Springs Pound on:

Friday 28 October 2011at 1.30pm

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

Council meeting

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:10:36 +1300

The Council meeting on Thursday 27 October will now start at 8.30am.

Council meeting agenda and reports

Road stopping

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:13:44 +1300

Council advises that the road-end at Harris Street (being Section 1 SO 437673, 806m2) Crawford Road side of the stream, is now stopped.

This notice is given under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974.

Meetings for November

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:26:29 +1300

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for November 2011.

Meeting agendas and associated reports are available on our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Mayors taskforce for jobs

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:30:57 +1300

When: Thursday 3 November 2011
Time: 5.45 pm
Venue: Lawson Field Theatre

If you’ve recently completed a National Certificate qualification with an Industry Training Organisation then we’d like you to join this year’s Industry Training Graduation.

The Mayor will recognise and reward your achievement at a formal presentation on behalf of the community.

We believe you deserve the opportunity to celebrate and share your success with family, friends and your employer.

To register for this event please call Lisa Shaw. Registrations close 21 October 2011.

Leaderbrand Produce Limited

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:07:28 +1300

Gisborne District Council has received an application for resource consent to take up to 1,296 cubic metres of water per day at a maximum rate of 15 litres per second from underground.

Applicant: Leaderbrand Produce Limited

Applicant’s Address: PO Box 648, Gisborne

Location: 104 O’Grady Road, Makauri

Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2940676 6275813

Application No: WP-2011-105101-00

A water permit is required for irrigation.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. To make a submission

Submissions must be received by the Council no later than 4pm Monday 14 November 2011.

A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Kanakanaia Road and Waitangi Terrace

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 09:21:46 +1300

The above roads will be temporarily closed allow the Gisborne Car Club to hold the following events on:

Saturday 3 December - Kanakanaia Road sealed hill climb
Sunday 4 December - Waitangi Terrace gravel hill climb

Each event will be held between 10am and 5pm and will consist of a number of runs. Normal traffic flows will be allowed between runs.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Centennial Marine Drive

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 14:03:33 +1300

To ensure emergency services can respond quickly during Guy Fawkes, Centennial Marine Drive past the green light will be closed at 5pm on Saturday 5 November until 6am on Sunday 6 November 2011.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone other than those authorised to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Solander Street

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:07:52 +1300

Solander Street between Banks Street and Parkinson Street will be temporarily closed from 9am to 4pm on Saturday 26 November 2011 for a motorcycles skills course. This event has been organised by ACC, Council road safety and police.

It will be an offence under the regulations for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Stafford, Maclean, Whitmore and Stout Streets

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:37:24 +1300

Parts of Stafford, Maclean and Whitmore Streets between Stout Street and Ormond Road, and Stout Street between Fox Street and Fitzherbert Street will be closed to vehicles between 8am and 10am on Sunday 13 November for the Gisborne Herald Quarter Marathon.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone other than those covered by the permits for the above events to use the roads while they are closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Willows Road

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:57:12 +1300

Willows Road will be closed to vehicles between 10am and 5pm on Sunday 13 November to allow a Gisborne Car Club event to take place. In the event of wet weather it will be held on 20 November. During the closure, vehicles that normally use the road will be let through now and then.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone other than those covered by the permits for the above events to use the roads while they are closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Maori Wards

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 13:45:10 +1300

Council resolved on 27 October 2011 not to have one or more Maori Wards. This is the report that went to Council.
Electors of the Gisborne District Council may, at any time, demand a poll on the question of whether the district should be divided into one or more Maori wards, (section 19ZB Local Electoral Act 2001).

A valid demand must be:
• Made in writing.
• Signed by at least 5 percent of eligible electors of the Gisborne District Council. This will require 1517 elector signatures.
• Delivered to Council by 28 February 2012 (for the outcome of the poll to apply to the 2013 election).

Every person who signs a demand must also set out his or her full name and the address for which he or she is qualified as an elector of the Gisborne District Council.

Plan Change 38

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:25:46 +1300

Plan Change 38 updates financial contribution and infrastructure funding principles in the Combined Regional Land and District Plan. The plan change also clarifies esplanade requirements and reviews contributions for a range of matters such as reserves and heritage.
Council has made its second set of decisions on Plan Change 38. Decisions on the remainder of the plan change will be made at a later time.

Copies of the decision on plan change 38 have been sent to all submitters

Decisions report 1(1.06MB 49 pages)

Decisions report 2 (789kb 78 pages)

The decision reports are also available from Customer Services in Fitzherbert Street or HB Williams Memorial Library.

Please note the relevant parts of the District Plan are amended by these decisions from today. Any submitter may appeal the Council decision on the private plan change to the Environment Court.

This notice is given under clause 10 of the First Schedule of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Grey Street

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 13:28:41 +1300

Grey Street between the Gisborne Motors service entrance and Gladstone Road will be closed to vehicles between 8am to 3pm on Friday 6 January 2012 to allow the Gisborne Speedway Club to carry out vehicle checking for the New Zealand Street Stock Championship.

It will be an offence under the regulations for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the event, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Waste minimisation projects

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:25:50 +1300

Council has up to $10,000 funding available for projects that can reduce waste in our district.

If you have a waste minimisation project that needs funding, apply now.

Here's more information and the application form. Or you can pick one up from customer service at Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Springs.

Application close 5pm on Friday 16 December.

Rates payment for instalment 2

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:32:05 +1300

This is the last day to pay the 2nd rates instalment for the 2011/2012 year.

Payment may be made at the address below or at Te Puia Springs Service Centre.

Payments, including postal payments, must be received before 5pm on Monday 21 November 2011 to avoid a 10% penalty.

Applications for a rate rebate of up to $580 this year close on 30 June 2012. No late applications can be accepted.

Art in public places meeting

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 11:04:06 +1300

Monday 21 November 2011 at 1pm

In our Council Chambers.

All most welcome

Matthew Holder

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:03:57 +1300

Applicant: Matthew Holder C/- Consult Plus Ltd, PO Box 11048, Hastings
Location: 159 – 163 Gladstone Road, Gisborne the Ardoyne Building
Legal Description: Section 105 TN OF GISBORNE, CT GS2A/134
Application Number: LU-2011-105137-00

The application is for a discretionary activity for the demolition of a two-storey Category B Heritage building in the Inner Commercial zone.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. How to make a submission

Submissions must be received by Council no later than 4pm Friday 16 December 2011.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Chris Grimson

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:05:02 +1300

An application for resource consent to divert ponded flood water within the FH4 Flood Hazard Zone by forming an open drain and installing a 200mm culvert pipe.

Applicant: Chris Grimson
Applicant’s Address: 43 Haisman Road, RD 1 Gisborne, 4071
Location: Road reserve adjacent to 131 Bloomfield Road, Matawhero, Gisborne.
Map Reference: NZMS 260 Y18 2939331, 6272587
Application Number: WI-2011-105122-00

A water permit (diversion) is required for diversion by roadside open drain and culvert; water that ponds on road reserve and in the vicinity of 131 Bloomfield Road, following rainfall events.

The application includes an assessment of environmental effects.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. How to make a submission

Submissions must be received by Council no later than 4pm Monday 19 December 2011. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Hearing meeting cancelled

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:11:14 +1300

The meeting of the Hearings Committee scheduled for 22 November 2011 has been cancelled.

Lincolns Bridge

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 12:22:23 +1300

The restriction applies to heavy vehicles. Only light vehicles, less than 1 tonne can use Lincolns Bridge on Mander Road. The restriction has been extended to the end of January 2012.

B Hyland

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 16:39:00 +1300

The application is for discretionary activity, the proposal is to subdivide Lot 1 DP412350 into 2 lots. Both of the proposed lots are below the 1 hectare minimum site area required in the Rural Residential Zone.

The application includes an assessment environmental effects.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. How to make a submission.
Submissions must be received by Council no later than 4pm Friday 13 January 2012. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991

December meetings

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 16:53:12 +1300

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for December 2011.

Meeting agendas and associated reports are available on our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Operation of Waiapu Area Landfill

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:20:02 +1300

Tenders are invited for the maintenance and operation of the Waiapu Area Landfill in Ruatoria from 30 April 2012 to 3 May 2015 with up to 2 further one year renewals.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 25 January 2012.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Change of meeting time

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:59:03 +1300

The Finance & Monitoring Committee meeting will now start at 8.30am on Thursday 8 December. This is an earlier start time.

The meeting agenda and associated reports are available on our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.
This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Secondhand Sunday 4 December

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 16:04:43 +1300

Check the list of participants for Secondhand Sunday on this Sunday

Te Hapara stormwater upgrade

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 09:18:26 +1300

Tenders are invited for the replacement of approximately 870m of stormwater pipework in Te Hapara, Gisborne city, with RCRRJ pipes ranging from 225mm to 600mm dia. pipes.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 18 January 2012.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Gisborne district valuation roll

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:45:14 +1300

The valuation roll for Gisborne District Council has been revised by Landmass Technology Ltd (as Council’s rating valuation service provider).

The revised values are as at 1 July 2011. The valuation roll is available for public inspection until 5pm Tuesday 31 January 2012 at Council’s customer service centres at:

15 Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne
Te Puia Springs, Waiapu Road, Te Puia
and on our website

All ratepayers and owners will be posted notice of their property’s revised values from 16 December 2011.

Objection forms and information are available on our website or from customer service at Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Springs.

Objections to the revised valuations must be lodged in writing before 5pm 31 January 2012.

Restricted fire season

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:24:09 +1300

Pursuant to Section 22 (2) of the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977, the Gisborne District Council, acting as Rural Fire Authority, has declared a restricted fire season over the whole of the Gisborne District Council Rural Fire Authority area from 8am on Wednesday 21 December 2011.

This means that no person is allowed to light a fire without obtaining a written permit from the Gisborne District Council. Applications for fire permits may take up to 3 working days to process. The above restrictions will remain in force until revoked by Council.

Gas barbecues and gas cookers are not subject to the above restrictions.

A permanent restricted fire season applies to all forests and Department of Conservation territories including a 1km wide zone around these properties within the Gisborne District.

A total fire ban applies to all coastal areas of the Gisborne District.

Applications for fire permits in these areas need to be forwarded to the Eastland Rural Fire District or the Department of Conservation.

For more information on fire permits

Kaiaua Road closure

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:44:25 +1300

Kaiaua Beach Road (from the bridge down by the beach) will be closed to vehicles between 9am - 3pm on Monday 26 December 2011 for the beach races.

It will be an offence under the regulations below for anyone other than those authorised to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Gambling venue policy

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:52:42 +1300

The review of this policy is required under the Gambling Act 2003 and consultation is being undertaken with the public so that the Gisborne District Council can assess public opinion on the policy and consider changes as a result of public submissions received.

This policy must consider the social impact of gambling within the territorial authority’s district and specify whether or not Class 4 venues and Board venues may be established in the district and, if so, where they may be located.

The objectives of the policy are:

to exercise local influence over the location and extent of Class 4 venues and Board venues
to control the extent of Class 4 gambling within the Gisborne district in a manner which will prevent and minimise the potential harm caused by gambling, particularly problem gambling
to reduce the number of gaming machines in the Gisborne district to the extent that Council is empowered by the Gambling Act 2003
to recover costs where appropriate.

Here's more information including the statement of proposal containing full information on the proposed policy. Copies are also available at:

Customer service, Fitzherbert Street
Te Puia Springs service centre
HB Williams Memorial Library
on our website

Submissions must be written and include your name, address and contact phone number.

Submissions can be:

post to Have Your Say on Gambling Policy, PO Box 747, Gisborne
fax to 06 867 8076
deliver to customer service in Fitzherbert Street or Te Puia Springs service centre
email to service@gdc.govt.nz
fill in the online submission form

Submissions close 4pm Monday 13 February 2012.

Rules change for onsite wastewater management

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 13:43:25 +1300

Council is proposing a change to the Regional Plan for Discharges to Land and Water, Waste Management and Hazardous Substances that would change the rules for managing wastewater systems on all unreticulated properties in the Gisborne district. It is also proposed to change the Council’s guidelines for on-site wastewater management which are referenced in the plan.

Information on the proposed change and submission form. Check the dates for 14 consultation meetings.

We have mailed a pack to all affected property owners, including a guide to home wastewater systems.

Anyone may make a written submission the proposed change. Submissions must include your name, postal address, phone number, email and whether you wish to be heard at a Council hearing.
Submissions must be received by 5pm Friday 16 March 2012.

Public Participation
Council will publish a summary of the submissions received. Then there will be a chance to make further submissions supporting or opposing submissions already made. (Please note you can only make a further submission if you represent a relevant public interest or if you have an interest greater than the general public.) If anyone asks to be heard in support of their submission, a hearing will be held. After considering all submissions Council will publish its decision on the change including reasons for accepting or rejecting submissions. Any submitter may appeal the Council’s decision to the Environment Court.

This notice is given under clause 5, First Schedule, Resource Management Act 1991.

Change to urban flood hazard zone

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 13:50:43 +1300

Council is proposing a change to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan that would change the status of structures in the F9 Urban Flood Hazard Overlay. Many types of structures are currently prohibited in the F9. The proposed changes would allow resource consent applications for the development of structures in the F9 to be considered by Council. New buildings in the F9 would remain prohibited.

Copies of the proposed change 48 and submission form

Anyone may make a written submission on the proposed change. Submissions must include your name, postal address, phone number, email address and whether you wish to be heard at a Council hearing.
Submissions must be received by 5pm Friday 10 February 2012.

Public Participation

Council will publish a summary of the submissions received. Then there will be a chance to make further submissions supporting or opposing submissions already made. (Please note you can only make a further submission if you represent a relevant public interest or if you have an interest greater than the general public.) If anyone asks to be heard in support of their submission, a hearing will be held. After considering all submissions Council will publish its decision on the change including reasons for accepting or rejecting submissions. Any submitter may appeal the Council’s decision to the Environment Court.

This notice is given under clause 5, First Schedule, Resource Management Act 1991.

Wastewater Pipeline CCTV Inspection 2011/12

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:14:47 +1300

Tenders are invited for CCTV inspection and reporting on the condition of approximately 3.5km of earthenware and concrete wastewater pipes at various locations within Gisborne city.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 8 February 2012.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Photo Competition

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:49:03 +1300

The theme is “On the water in Tairāwhiti”…
At the beach, in the pool, fishing off the wharf, on the boat.

Photos must be 12” x 8”, unmounted & taken between
1 January 2011 - 17 February 2012.
Prizes include:

1st $200 cash
2nd $80 photographic voucher
3rd $40 photographic voucher …

Entries close 5pm Friday 17 February 2012.

Proposed sale of impounded stock

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:05:53 +1300

Council has seized and impounded the following stock from Ruatoria Township on 27 December 2011.

1 Bay Stallion

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at Te Puia Springs Pound on Monday 16 January 2012 at 1.30pm.

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

Road Safety Programmes 2012-2015

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:55:42 +1300

Applications are invited for the development and implementation of road safety programmes within the Tairawhiti region from 1 July 2012 to 30 June 2015.

The NZ Transport Agency has reviewed road accidents and crashes and identified the following safety issues:

High concern

• alcohol/drug impaired driving

• rural road safety

• intersection crashes (rural and urban)

Medium concern

• motorcyclists

• safe walking and cycling

• improving the safety of young drivers

• addressing driver distraction and inattention

• reducing the impact of high risk drivers

• speed

Low concern

• unrestrained drivers and passengers

• heavy vehicles

• reducing the impact of fatigue

Please complete the Community Road Safety Application Form.

This must be received by Gisborne District Council, 15 Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne by 1pm Wednesday 22 February 2012.

The following information may help you complete your application.

Safer Journeys is the Government's strategy to guide improvements in road safety over the period 2010–2020.

Communities at Risk Register provides a ranking of different communities around NZ with regard to selected road safety risks.

Meeting January 2012

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 18:37:30 +1300

The meeting of the Gisborne District Council is scheduled for

26 January 2012 at 9am.

Meeting agenda and associated reports are available from Council’s website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

District Plan provisions operative

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 18:52:41 +1300

Council has completed several plan changes to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan.

Plan Change 38 Financial Contributions – Stage 1),

Plan Change 42 Infrastructure Standards – Stage 1),

Plan Change 44 Taruheru Block Structure Plan Amendment and

Private Plan Change 5 Scarlys Way

will become operative and have full effect from 23 January 2012.

Contact Yvette Kinsella for more information.

You can view the full District Plan at Customer Services offices in Fitzherbert Street or Te Puia Springs, HB Williams Memorial Library or on our website.

This notice is given under clause 20(2), First Schedule, Resource Management Act, 1991.

Grey Street

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:42:44 +1300

Grey Street between Childers Road and Kahutia Street will be closed to vehicles from 8am to 3pm on Friday 24 February 2012. This is to allow the Gisborne Speedway Club to carry out vehicle checking for the North Island Stock Car Championship. During the closure, no vehicles will be able to use the road.

It will be an offence under the regulations for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Gisborne Car Club Road Closures 2012

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:09:49 +1300

It is proposed to temporarily close the roads below to allow the Gisborne Car Club to hold gravel and sealed road hill climb events during the year:

Sunday 4 March or 11 March

Te Kowhai Road – from Waipaoa River bridge to the end.

Sunday 8 April or 15 April

Pakarae Road - from start of bridge at bottom of the hill.

Sunday 13 May or 20 May

Mahaki Settlement Road – from start of single lane bridge to the end of the road.

Sunday 17 June or 24 June

Waimata Valley Road – from bottom of the Waimata Hill to the top of the hill at the gravel pit.

Sunday 8 July or 15 July

Mander Road – entire road.

Sunday 9 September or 16 September

Waingake Road - from waterworks to top of hill where it turns into gravel.

Sunday 4 November or 11 November

Willows Road – entire road.

Saturday 1 December

Kanakanaia Road – from one lane bridge adjacent to Bruce Road turnoff to the top of the hill where it turns to gravel.

Sunday 2 December

Waitangi Terrace Road – entire road.

Any person objecting to the proposals can make their objection in writing stating the reasons why. This must be received before 4pm Friday 3 February 2012.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Meetings February 2012

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:37:38 +1300

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for February 2012.

Meeting agendas and associated reports are available from Council’s website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

All are welcome.

Centennial Marine Drive

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:31:31 +1300

Centennial Marine Drive from the roundabout at Salisbury Road to the Olympic Pool car park will be closed to vehicles between 7.45am - 5pm each day from 15-18 March. The closure is for the Surf Life Saving National Championships.

It will be offence under the regulations for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Objections to rating valuation roll

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:25:04 +1300

The Rating Valuation Rolls for Gisborne District Council have been revised by Landmass Technology Ltd (as Council’s Rating Valuation service provider).

The revised values are as at 1 July 2011 and are available for public inspection until 5pm Tuesday 31 January 2012.

You can object to the rating valuation. For the objection form and information.

Objections to the revised valuations must be in writing, and received by Council before 5pm Tuesday 31 January 2012.

Land for sale

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:36:33 +1300

Tenders are invited for Lot 2 DP8676, 809m² section fronting Harry Barker Reserve in Gladstone Road.

Tenders close 4pm Friday 2nd March 2012.

The highest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Aerodrome Road Services

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:19:12 +1300

Tenders are invited for the provision of wastewater services for development in the Aerodrome Road area.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 15 February 2012.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Rates default

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:28:03 +1300

Take notice after the expiry of one month from the date of publication of this notice The Gisborne District Council intends to exercise its powers under Section 77 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 by seeking orders from the District Court at Gisborne declaring the following land to be abandoned land and authorising the Council to sell it or lease it:

A property at 36 Tuparoa Road, Ruatoria

more particularly described as all that parcel of land containing 2023m² more or less being Manutahi B Block and being all the land comprised and described in Certificate of Title Volume 97 Folio 8 (Gisborne Registry) registered proprietor – Koroua Ponga Hekera Chambers

Mike Drummond
Group Manager Corporate Services

Gisborne District Council water permit

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:32:44 +1300

Gisborne District Council has received an application for resource consent from:

Applicant's Address for Service: Rivers Land and Drainage, Gisborne District Council, C/- David Peacock, 5 Benjamin Street, Makaraka, Gisborne.
Location: Back Ormond Road near Greys Bush
Legal Description: Road Reserve
Application Number: WI-2012-105220-00

The application is for a discretionary activity to partly divert floodwater from Broadhurst drain via open drain and culverts to Horne’s drain, Back Ormond Road near Greys Bush.

Contact Dennis Crone if you have any questions about the application.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. How to make a submission
Submissions must be received by 4pm Wednesday 29 February 2012. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant's address for service.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Crawford Road stormwater pipe extension

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:40:30 +1300

Tenders are invited for the extension of the 2050mm diameter culvert in the Kopuawhakapata Stream between property numbers 180 and 192 alongside Crawford Road, Gisborne.

Tender documents are available from Customer Service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 22 February 2012.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Citrus Grove Makaraka

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:04:07 +1300

Private Plan Change 2 is a request to change the Gisborne District Combined Regional Land and District Plan. The request affects land extending from Makaraka in the north to Gisborne Airport and Aerodrome Road in the south. Requested changes include rezoning of approximately 45 hectares of land to allow for residential and commercial development and special rules for flood mitigation, building height and infrastructure, etc.

Council has decided to decline the proposed plan change.

Copies of the decision have been sent to all submitters.
Here's a copy of the decision, it's also available from customer service and the HB Williams Memorial Library.

The applicant and any submitter may appeal the Council decision on the Private Plan Change 2 to the Environment Court. Contact Kim Smith for more information.

This notice is given under clause 10 First Schedule, Resource Management Act 1991.

Stock impounded at Ruatoria

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:21:50 +1300

Council has seized and impounded the following stock from Hiruharama, Ruatoria on 6 February 2012:

3 Fresian x cows
4 Angus heifers
1 Angus steer
1 18mth Hereford bull

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at Te Puia Springs Pound on Wednesday 22 February 2012 at 1.30pm.

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

Rates payment due

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:57:00 +1300

This is the last day to pay the 3rd rates instalment for the 2011/2012 year.

All payments, including postal payments, must be received before 5pm on Monday 20 February 2012 to avoid a 10% penalty.

Applications for a rate rebate of up to $580 this year, close on 30 June 2012.

Riverbank walkway closed for repairs

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:01:50 +1300

Council will be repairing a slip in the Taruheru River wall alongside the riverbank walkway. The walkway between Lowe Street and Peel Street will be temporarily closed from Thursday 16 February while this work is done.

Pedestrians can use the Reads Quay footpath. The work is expected to take 6 weeks.

Council thanks walkway users for their patience during this time.

Ranfurly Street

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:38:50 +1300

It is proposed to temporarily close Ranfurly Street between Queens Drive and Barton Street from 7am on Friday 2 March to midnight on Saturday 3 March 2012 to allow the 60th Karaitiana Tamararo Memorial Shield Competitions. During the closure, no vehicles will be able to use the road.

Any person objecting to this proposal can make their objection in writing stating the reasons why. This must be received by Council before 4pm Thursday 23 February 2012.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Onepoto stormwater catchment upgrade

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:05:07 +1300

Tenders are invited for the replacement of approximately 100m of stormwater pipework in Onepoto settlement, Hicks Bay with RCRRJ pipes ranging from 300mm to 750mm diameter.

Tender documents are available from Customer Service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 21 March 2012.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Hearing meeting cancelled

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:05:15 +1300

The meeting of the Hearings Committee scheduled for 22 February 2012 has been cancelled.

Changes to rules for F9 urban flood overlay

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:16:58 +1300

The submission period has closed for Plan Change 48 to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan.

Plan Change 48 would change the rules for structures in the F9 Urban Flood Overlay so that structures (excluding buildings) would be allowed to be considered through a resource consent processes.

At the moment, most structures in the F9 Urban Flood Overlay are prohibited.

Further submissions

One submission has been received and as legally required, a summary of that submission is available for viewing at customer service in Fitzherbert Street, HB Williams Memorial Library or here on our website.

You can now make a further submission to Council by 4pm 2 March 2012 provided you:

represent a relevant public interest
have an interest in the proposalgreater than the general public.

Your further submission should be about the parts of the original submission you support or oppose and why. It should also state the decision you are seeking from Council and should include your name, postal address, phone number, email address and whether you wish to be heard at a Council hearing. Please use the Further Submission Form. You must also send a copy of your further submission to the person who made the original submission, within 5 working days.

Contact Council for addresses of submitters.

This notice is given under clause 7, First Schedule, Resource Management Act, 1991.

March meetings

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:32:19 +1300

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for March 2012.

Meeting agendas and associated reports are available from Council’s website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Impounded stock on 21 February

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09:32:08 +1300

Council has seized and impounded the following stock from Taihamiti Road, Whatatutu on 21 February 2012:

4 bull calfs - tag code 4023450

Notice is given that unless claimed by the owner and all charges paid, the stock will be sold by public auction to be held at

GrannyTarr pound on 5 March 2012 at 3pm.

This notice is given in accordance with the Impounding Act 1955.

Proposed lease agreement

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:28:19 +1300

The Gisborne District Council proposes to enter into an agreement for an annual short period lease for the use of Watson Park, Awapuni Stadium, Outdoor Theatre and Churchill Park for an event involving music, camping, entertainment and associated activities.

Any submission to the granting of the lease should be lodged with the Council no later than 5pm Monday 26 March 2012.

Documents and site plans

Lease for BW Camping Agreement

Agreement of hire for Watson Park, Awapnui Stadium and Churchill Park

Watson Park, Awapuni Stadium and the Outdoor Theatre

Churchill Park

Kelvin Park proposed lease agreement

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 16:50:36 +1300

Gisborne District Council has received a proposal from the Nga Taonga a Tama Toa Trust to lease part of Kelvin Park.

The park was acquired by the Council from Winifred Lysnar in the 1950s through a combination of gift and purchase and subject to the terms of the gifting deed.

The Trust wishes to construct a standalone building below the existing museum to permanently house the C Company exhibition and other armed forces memorabilia. The proposed building is to comprise a light weight structure approximately 220m in area which spans from the upper terrace out over into Kelvin Park. The building has a suspended timber floor supported by braced pile foundations and is to have light cladding and roofing materials. A semi-circular deck is also proposed at the south-western end of the building.

As the majority of the land requested in the proposal is outside of the area currently leased to the Tairawhiti Museum and not contemplated in the Gifting Deed the proposal will need consent from Council and the Minister of Local Government.

Any submission for or against the granting of the lease should be lodged in writing with Council before 5pm Monday 2 April 2012.

Documents of proposed building on Kelvin Park

Full set of building and site plans (990kb)

Note this plan is not to scale

Concept drawing of building (178kb)

Elevation of building

Elevation plans (846kb)

Site plan

Site plan (579kb)

3D view of building

3D view of building (626kb)

Decision on Plan Change 38

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 12:24:08 +1300

Proposed plan change 38 updates financial contribution and infrastructure funding principles in the Combined Regional Land and District Plan. The plan change also clarifies esplanade requirements and reviews contributions for a range of matters such as reserves and heritage.

Council has made its third and final set of decisions on Plan Change 38.

Please note the Combined Regional Land and District Plan is deemed amended by these decisions from today.

A copy of the Plan Change 38 decision has been sent to all submitters. It's also available from the customer service counter and HB Williams Memorial Library.

4 March secondhand Sunday

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:25:16 +1300

See the list of addresses participating in secondhand Sunday

Spraying the Poverty Bay flats drains

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 14:55:40 +1300

Warning - health risk to watercress collectors, the drains on the Poverty Bay Flats are programmed to be sprayed with Roundup herbicide. Please don't pick and eat the watercress.

Don't buy watercress from roadside vendors, unless you know where it's been picked from.

Weeds in the drains are sprayed every autumn and spring. This is done so the drains are weed free and stormwater can drain freely - to avoid flooding.

Nga Taonga a Nga Tama Toa Trust

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 16:54:36 +1300

The application is for a non-complying activity to build a new facility at Kelvin Park to house the C Company exhibition, taonga, and other military memorabilia. The facility will also cater for lectures, school visits and provide a meeting place for trustees.

Kelvin Park is zoned Amenity Reserve.

Applicant - Nga Taonga a Nga Tama Toa Trust, PO Box 399, Gisborne 4040
Location - 10 Stout Street, Kelvin Park located next to the Museum
Legal description - Lot 56 Block A DP 209 and Lot 14 DP319

Please contact Bess Halley if you have any questions about the application.

Any person may make a written submission on the application. Submissions must be received by the Gisborne District Council no later than 4pm Thursday 12 April 2012. To make a submission. A copy of your submission must also be sent to the applicant.

This notice is given under section 95A of the Resource Management Act 1991

The full application includes an assessment of environmental effects. The document is split for easier downloading:

Application - part 1 (3MB)
Application - part 2 (3MB)
Application - part 3 (3MB)
Application - part 4 (3MB)
Application - part 5 (3MB)
Application - part 6 (3MB)
Application - part 7 (3MB)
Application - part 8 (3MB)
Application - part 9 (3MB)
Application - part 10 (3MB)
Application - letter part 11 (90kb)
Application - further information (part 12) (1MB)

Restricted fire season lifted

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 07:43:18 +1300

Gisborne District Council, acting as a Rural Fire Authority, has revoked the current restricted fire season over the Gisborne Rural Fire Area which takes effect from 8am Thursday 15 March 2012.

This cancellation is made under section 22 (2) of the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977.

A Permanent Restricted Fire Season remains in place for the Gisborne urban and all other rural residential areas. For these areas a permit is required prior to lighting any fire, including incinerators. Applications for permits may take up to 3 working days to process.

No permit is required for gas operated barbeques and cookers.

A Permanent Prohibited Fire Season for all coastal areas of the Gisborne district remains in place. No fires are to be lit under any circumstances in these areas.

A Permanent Restricted Fire Season still applies to all areas covered by the Department of Conservation and the Eastland Rural Fire District. Applications for fire permits in these areas need to be forwarded to these organisations.

Have your say on our draft ten year plan

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 12:40:06 +1300

Council welcomes your comments on the district’s draft 2012-2022 Ten Year Plan and invites you to submit your views in writing.
At the same time, your thoughts are also sought on the draft Regional Land Transport Programme and draft Waste Management and Minimisation Plan

Council has organised a series of public meetings throughout Tairawhiti to discuss our plans for the future of the district. You are encouraged to attend and express your views.
A brochure summarising the draft Ten Year Plan will be sent to all households and businesses in the district from today. This includes a submission form that you can fill out to have your say. You can also make a submission here.

To view the full draft Ten Year Plan, RLTP, WMMP, and the Ten Year Plan Summary. Copies are also available from customer service in Fitzherbert Street or Te Puia Springs.

If you wish to speak to your written submission you may present it to Council at the Ten Year Plan hearings held on 28 to 30 May 2012

Repairs to Mangapoike Dams

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 08:27:15 +1300

Tenders are invited for repairs to the Williams and Clapcott Dams.

Tender documents are available from customer service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1pm Wednesday 18 April 2012.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

April meetings

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 12:14:05 +1300

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for April 2012.

Meeting agendas and reports are available on the website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Motu Road has reopened

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:23:40 +1300

Motu Road has reopened. It is only suitable for 4 wheel drive vehicles and extreme caution is required.

We remind motorists that it's not an alternative when the Waioeka Gorge is closed, especially at night. The unsealed section of Motu Road is primarily a mountainbike track - it's narrow and windy with several ford crossings and is a safety risk for unfamiliar users.

If your'e travelling via the Waioeka Gorge, you must plan your trip through the Gorge between 8am - 5.30pm.

If the Waioeka Gorge is blocked again, the Motu Road will be closed also.

Secondhand Sunday for 1 April

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:33:55 +1300

Check the list of participating addresses

Changes to planning maps

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 14:09:21 +1200

Council is proposing a change to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan that would realign the boundary for reticulated water and wastewater services in Council’s planning maps.

A copy of the proposed change and submission form are also available from customer service in Fitzherbert Street, HB Williams Memorial Library.

Anyone may make a written submission on the proposed change. Submissions must include your name, postal address, phone number, email address and whether you wish to be heard at a Council hearing. Submissions must be received by Council before 5pm Tuesday 8 May 2012.

Contact Michael Duindam for more information.

Public participation

Council will publish a summary of the submissions received. Then there will be a chance to make further submissions supporting or opposing submissions already made. (Please note you can only make a further submission if you represent a relevant public interest or if you have an interest greater than the general public.) If anyone asks to be heard in support of their submission, a hearing will be held. After considering all submissions Council will publish its decision on the change, including reasons for accepting or rejecting submissions. Any submitter may appeal the Council’s decision to the Environment Court.

This notice is given under clause 5, First Schedule, Resource Management Act 1991.

Pakarae Road temporary closure

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:49:39 +1200

Pakarae Road from the start of the bridge at bottom of the hill, will be closed to vehicles between 10am and 5pm on Sunday 15 April 2012. This is to allow for the Gisborne Car Club hill-climb.

It will be an offence under the regulations for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Nelson Park

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 10:37:10 +1200

Gisborne District Council has received an application to enter into a lease agreement with the Poverty Bay Hockey Association to lease part of Nelson Park to construct 2 artificial hockey turfs and a pavilion.

Any submission to the granting of the lease should be lodged with Council no later than 5pm Tuesday 15 May 2012.

Application

Poverty Bay Hockey Lease Application (15kb)
Appendix 1 - stage development
Appendix 2 - stage 1,2,3
Appendix 3 - full stage
Appendix 4 - concept drawing (123kb)

Review of on-site wastewater management rules

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:50:20 +1200

The submission period has closed for Plan Change 1 to the Regional Plan for discharges to land and water, waste management and hazardous substances, that would change the rules for management wastewater systems on all unreticulated properties in the Gisborne district. It is also proposed to change the Gisborne District Council Guidelines for on-site wastewater management that are referenced in the plan.

Further submissions

Council received 27 submissions. The summary of submissions received

You can now make a further submission to Council before Monday 30 April 2012 provided:

you represent a relevant public interest
you have an interest in the proposal greater than the general public (e.g you own a property with an on-site wastewater treatment system).

Your further submission should be about the parts of the original submission which you support or oppose and why. It should also state the decision you are seeking from Council.
Please use the Further Submission Form. You must also send a copy of your further submission to the person who made the original submission within 5 working days. Contact us for addresses of submitters.

This notice is given under Clause 7 First Schedule, Resource Management Act 1991.

ANZAC Day

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:36:16 +1200

The Gisborne Anzac Day Civic Service will be held at the Cenotaph on The Esplanade at 9.30am on Wednesday 25 April.

The service will follow a parade lead by veterans.

The Parade Marshall will be W/O1 Jim Nisbett.
The speaker at the service will be Lt Cdr Tim Gore, Royal New Zealand Navy.
The Gisborne Highland Pipe Band will provide the parade music.

Members of the public are cordially invited to attend.

Bus transport will be provided for war veterans who do not wish to march back to the RSA.

Any change of venue due to the weather will be announced on More FM (89.9FM & 98.9FM), Classic Hits ZGFM (90.9FM), Radio Ngati Porou and Turanga FM prior to 8.30am.

Win a worm farm

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:09:12 +1200

Gisborne has plenty of opportunities to be waste-wise.

Find out what can be recycled and where to take it.
Get tips and give-a-ways at the Expo.

Meetings May 2012

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:19:28 +1200

Meetings of the Gisborne District Council and its committees scheduled for May 2012.

Meeting agendas and reports are available on our website 2 days before the scheduled meeting.

This notice is given under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Changes to F9 Urban Flood Overlay rules

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:18:53 +1200

Proposed Plan Change 48 proposes that applications for most structures in the F9 Urban Flood Overlay (excluding buildings) would be allowed to be considered through a resource consent processes.
At the moment most structures in the F9 Urban Flood Overlay are prohibited.

Council has decided to accept Plan Change 48 to the Combined Regional Land and District Plan.

A copy of the decision has been sent to all submitters and is available from customer services in Fitzherbert Street and HB Williams Memorial Library.

Plan Change 48 is deemed amended by these decisions from today.

Any submitter may appeal the Council decision on the proposed plan change to the Environment Court.

Contact Yvette Kinsella for more information.

This notice is given under clause 10 First Schedule, Resource Management Act 1991.

Hearing meeting cancelled

Fri, 04 May 2012 12:09:54 +1200

The meeting of the Hearings Committee scheduled for 15 May 2012 has been cancelled due to lack of business.

Gambling Venue Policy

Fri, 04 May 2012 12:13:17 +1200

Council has completed a review of the Gambling Venue Policy.

Council adopted the policy at their meeting on 26 April 2012 and it will take effect from this date.

All previous policy has been replaced.

A copy of the policy is also available from Council offices in Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Springs.

This notice is given under Section 101 of the Gambling Act 2003 and Section 65D of the Racing Act 2003.

Representation review - initial proposal

Fri, 04 May 2012 14:02:51 +1200

A representation review determines how many elected members (councillors) there should be and how they represent our district. The Local Electoral Act 2001 requires all local authorities to review their representation arrangements at least once every 6 years. The representation review considers:

how many councillors should represent the district
should councillors be voted for by ward or by district-wide voting
should the district have community boards
should Maori wards be established
which electoral system should be used (First-Past-the-Post or Single Transferable Vote)

As required by the Local Electoral Act, the Council has decided on an “initial” proposal on what it considers should be future representation arrangements. This public notice is given under Section 19H and 19M of the Local Electoral Act 2002.

Council’s initial proposal for its representation arrangements

The Council has reviewed its representation arrangements and on 26 April 2012 resolved that it would continue with current representation arrangements for the 2013 local body elections. The following outlines Council’s ‘initial proposal’ (draft representation arrangements).

Communities of interest:

The Council has identified no changes to the 7 communities of interest within the district (6 in the rural areas and one in the city). These communities of interest are recognised by Council’s 7 ward structure (see below). The ward boundaries take into account the matters of importance to each community, the matters that are relevant to defining communities of interest and the undertakings given on local government amalgamation in 1989.

Proposed wards, names and boundaries:

Council proposes to retain ward names, boundaries and communities of interest with the existing 7 ward structure comprising the following wards:

Gisborne ward
Taruheru-Pātūtahi ward
Cook ward
Waikohu ward
Uawa ward
Waiapu ward
Matakaoa

Section 19V (2) of the Local Electoral Act requires that for each ward a councillor must represent the same number of people, plus or minus 10%. In the Gisborne district this would mean that each councillor would need to represent between 2993 and 3658 people. [1]

Council acknowledges that as a consequence of achieving “effective” representation in the rural areas 5 of those wards will be overrepresented because they are isolated. There is under representation of the electoral population in the Gisborne and the Taruheru-Pātūtahi wards.

Elected members and electoral system: Council is proposing to keep the same number of councillors as we have now – 14 councillors (or elected members) to be elected from 7 wards, and the mayor (elected by the whole district). This decision relies on:

agreements made when local government amalgamated in 1989
Council’s “unitary” status
the challenges of effectively representing people and communities of interest
having regard for the large area of the district, its remoteness and sparse population and relative isolation.

Electoral System: Council gave public notification of its decision to retain the First-Past-the-Post electoral system to elect the mayor and councillors on 7 September 2011.

Māori wards: Council gave public notification on 9 November 2011 of its decision not to establish Māori wards.

Community boards: Council proposes that representation continues without community boards.

How to have your say:

We would like to hear your views on how you are represented. You can do this by writing a submission outlining whether you support or oppose the proposed representation arrangements.

Submissions are open from 7 May 2012 and close 4pm Friday 15 June 2012. Use the submission form on our website or send it to PO Box 747, Gisborne marked “Representation Review”.

Public meetings will also be held at the following locations:

Whakarua Park (Uepohatu Hall), Ruatoria, Wednesday 9 May 2012 at 6pm
Te Karaka Scout Hall, Thursday 17 May 2012 at 6pm
HB Williams Memorial Library, Gisborne, Tuesday 22 May 2012 at 6pm

Further Information
For more information about Gisborne District Council Representation Review, or approach your local councillor or contact us for a full copy of the proposal or to talk to us further. Copies of Council’s resolutions and maps are also available on our website or by request.

Please contact Nedine Thatcher-Swann, Group Manager Community Planning and Development about any queries regarding the Council’s decision.

[1] Based on 14 Councillors

Aerodrome Road Upgrade

Mon, 07 May 2012 09:30:34 +1200

Tenders are invited for the upgrading of 2 sites within Gisborne’s Eastern Region. The work includes, but is not limited to, approximately 1.5 km of pavement works including widening, kerbing, sealing, and pavement marking.

Tender documents are available from Customer Service for a non-refundable fee of $100.

Tenders close 1p.m. Wednesday 30 May 2012.

The lowest or any tender shall not necessarily be accepted.

Mahaki Settlement Road

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:54:47 +1200

Mahaki Settlement Road from the start of the single lane bridge to the end of the road will be closed to vehicles between 10am - 5pm on Sunday 13 May 2012. This is for the Gisborne Car Club hill climb. In the event of wet weather it will be held on Sunday 20 May.

It will be an offence under the regulations for anyone, other than those covered by the permit for the above event, to use the road while it is closed.

This notice is issued under the Local Government Act 1974 Section 342 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965.

Makauri community meeting

Thu, 17 May 2012 15:49:32 +1200

Where: Makauri School Hall

When: Monday 21 May

Time: 5.30pm

The community meeting is to discuss what can be done to address residents concerns about flooding in Makauri and have a look at what Council is planning.

All Makauri residents and ratepayers, particularly those who have flooding issues, are welcome to come along.