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Local government election meetings are being planned across North Canterbury, amid concerns about the number of ‘‘unknown’’ candidates.
Meeting organisers in the Hurunui district say residents have indicated they want to know what candidates ‘‘stand for’’, after reports about … View moreLocal government election meetings are being planned across North Canterbury, amid concerns about the number of ‘‘unknown’’ candidates.
Meeting organisers in the Hurunui district say residents have indicated they want to know what candidates ‘‘stand for’’, after reports about Voices for Freedom candidates seeking to disrupt local democracy.
The Amberley District Residents’ Association was first out of the blocks with a meeting on Tuesday evening (September 6) for south ward candidates.
Chairperson Roy Myers said a last minute rush which saw 10 candidates vying for four positions meant there were a number of unknown candidates.
‘‘We are just anxious to get them have their say. Aside from two sitting councillors and a former mayor, we have no indication of where people’s allegiances are.’’
He said some residents had expressed concern Voices For Freedom candidates might be standing in Hurunui.
‘‘They’re perfectly free to stand and it’s up to others to make that choice, and we are giving people the opportunity to ask the question.’’
The Leithfield Village Hall is also hosting a south ward candidates’ meeting on September 15 and organiser Jo Hassall said she expected the question of allegiances to be raised.
‘‘I know a couple of people have asked me that and there’s ways to ask it to reveal what people stand for.’’
But she said the focus of the meeting would be ensuring candidates were aware of the issues affecting the Leithfield village.
A meeting was also planned in Greta Valley on September 21 for east ward candidates.
Hurunui District Council deputy electoral officer Naomi Woodham said she was hopeful meetings would be organised in Cheviot and Waipara, as well as daytime meetings, to ensure residents had a chance to question their candidates.
‘‘We always start with local community groups and if the local groups aren’t hosting them, the council will host them.’’
Elections were being held in the south and east wards and the Cheviot Licensing Trust.
In the Waimakariri district, meetings have been organised in Oxford and Pegasus, but there were none confirmed in Rangiora or Kaiapoi where there were high numbers of candidates.
Waimakariri District Council deputy electoral officer Sarah Nichols said she was in contact with local community groups and hoped to be able to confirm more meetings soon.
Pegasus Residents’ Group vice-president Roger Rule said he was not aware of any concerns about Voices For Freedom candidates.
Some preset questions were being prepared for the candidates before opening it up to the audience.
‘‘It will be an opportunity for people to ask questions and find out what people stand for,’’ Rule said.
■ Confirmed meet the candidates meetings:
Hurunui:
- South Ward - 7pm Thursday, September 15, Leithfield Village Hall, Brighton Street. Contact Jo Hassall 027-2422644 or email g.j.hassall33@gmail.com.
- East Ward - 7pm Wednesday, September 21, Greta Valley Hotel.
Kaikōura:
- 7pm Thursday, September 8, St Paul’s Presbyterian Church upper room, 98 Westend, Kaikōura. Hosted by St Paul’s Presbyterian Church - event page on Facebook.
Waimakariri:
- Oxford-Ohoka ward - 7pm Tuesday, September 13, Oxford Working Men’s Club. Contact Doug McPherson, Oxford Lions, 027-2231870.
- Kaiapoi-Woodend ward - 7pm to 8.30pm Thursday September 15, Pegasus Community Centre. Contact Roger Rule, Pegasus Residents’ Association, 021-2550099.
- Woodend-Sefton Community Board - 7pm to 8.30pm Thursday, September 22, Pegasus Community Centre. Contact Roger Rule, Pegasus Residents’ Group, 021-2550099.
From local democracy reporter David Hill
A strong local voice is essential, says Waimakariri District Council acting chief executive Jeff Millward says.
In his pre-election report, Millward said it was essential candidates and voters debated the issues ahead of the local government elections.… View moreFrom local democracy reporter David Hill
A strong local voice is essential, says Waimakariri District Council acting chief executive Jeff Millward says.
In his pre-election report, Millward said it was essential candidates and voters debated the issues ahead of the local government elections.
Population growth, Covid-19 recovery, rising inflation, central government reform and climate change loom as challenges for the district, he said.
‘‘Since the Canterbury earthquakes the district has experienced a significant and prolonged period of growth and change.
‘‘With our population growth set to continue and reach almost 100,000 by 2050, there are a number of big issues on the horizon that will affect us all.’’
Covid-19 uncertainty had caused significant disruption, impacted the community and the business environment had ‘‘become increasingly difficult’’, Millward said.
Three Waters and Resource Management Act reform and the future of local government review also meant there was a need for a strong local voice, he said.
‘‘There’s a lot that’s still unknown about how these reforms will impact the council, but it is likely there will be an increased focus on community wellbeing and community outcomes.
‘‘There may also be a greater focus on spatial planning and key infrastructure provision at a regional level. Should this happen, it is important a local voice is still heard.’’
Global issues such as climate change, reducing carbon emissions, sustainability and ‘‘supporting a sustainable-focused economy’’ all required local solutions, Millward said.
‘‘Environmental challenges are taking place at the same time as the ongoing growth of the district.’’
To address these issues required ongoing collaboration with the Greater Christchurch Partnership councils, he said.
This included decarbonising the transport system, increased resilience to natural hazards and climate change, accelerating the provision of affordable housing and improving access to employment, education and other services.
He said the councils had undertaken climate change risk assessments and joint spatial planning.
The role of local government in mitigation and adaptation strategies was also being considered.
The changing economic environment in the wake of Covid-19 meant the council and the district were experiencing higher than normal staff turnover, while attracting staff was increasingly difficult.
‘‘Wherever there is change there is also opportunity and potential,’’ Millward said.
‘‘Throughout the next three years the role of a councillor and community board member could change in terms of how you advocate for the community and set the direction for the district’s development.
‘‘There is significant work ahead to achieve and the council’s elected representatives will have to understand, relate and respond
to a number of challenges in short time frames – often in partnership with other groups, areas and stakeholders.’’
Millward said the council was in good shape to face these challenges with its AA long term credit rating with Standard & Poor’s
and its AA CouncilMARK rating in Local Government New Zealand’s excellence programme.
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From local democracy reporter David Hill:
The Waimakariri Youth Council is taking the lead with environmental initiatives for Conservation Week (September 5 to 11) and the Keep New Zealand Beautiful Clean Up Week (September 17 to 23).
Co-chairperson Chloe Betony said the youth council had … View moreFrom local democracy reporter David Hill:
The Waimakariri Youth Council is taking the lead with environmental initiatives for Conservation Week (September 5 to 11) and the Keep New Zealand Beautiful Clean Up Week (September 17 to 23).
Co-chairperson Chloe Betony said the youth council had been busy establishing relationships with local environmental organisations.
‘‘For me personally, the environment has always been a priority in my study and on the youth council, I have been looking at how we can get young people involved.
‘‘Young people want to make a difference, but sometimes they don’t know how to get involved, so it’s about making those connections.
‘‘We have been building relationships with community partners and helping to get things happening.’’
Youth council members will be joining planting days at Silverstream Reserve, near Kaiapoi, on Tuesday (September 6) from 10am to 2.30pm, and at Tūhaitara Coastal Park, near Kaiapoi, on Thursday, September 8, from 10am to 12pm.
The Silverstream Reserve volunteers also have planting days on Sundays from 10am to 12.30pm, for those who cannot make it during the week, Betony said.
‘‘We went there (Silverstream) on Sunday and they’re a really nice group of people. They brought home-baked goods along, which was just lovely.’’
After joining a clean-up day with the Ashley Rakahuri Rivercare Group and other local groups following last year’s floods, the youth council decided to take the lead this year, Betony said.
‘‘Last year we were invited to the initial meeting and we encouraged them to use online registration.
‘‘It was my highlight of last year and hopefully it will be again.’’
An Ashley-Rakahuri River Clean Up Day will be held on Sunday, September 18, as part of Clean Up Week.
The rivercare group will be out in force, while Lesley Ottey, from Eco Educate, will provide a briefing.
‘‘It would be good if we can get people excited about it. We had around 100 people last year including children,’’ Betony said.
Last year’s clean-up saw nearly six tonnes of rubbish and more than 100 tyres removed from the river banks.
To raise awareness of the environment, the youth council will also be running a colouring-in competition for children aged 12 years and under and an art competition for young people aged 12 years and over from September 5 to 25.
The theme of the art competition is ‘‘what does conservation mean to you’’.
Entrants are able to express themselves in any form of art, whether painting, photography, collage or sculpture.
■ Betony is keen to hear from anyone who has a four-wheel-drive and trailer and would like to help out.
The cleanup day is open to all ages and registration is essential.
Assemble at the car park just after the SH1 bridge heading north from 9.30am.
The clean-up day will finish with a sausage sizzle at 12pm. For more information, go to the Ashley-Rakahuri River Clean Up event page on Facebook.
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