Proudly Napier - June 2024

Proudly NAPIER

June 2024

Word from our Mayor

Kirsten Wise

I was recently asked to help open an environmental symposium at the National Aquarium. The theme was envisioning 2050 and I spoke about Napier 25 years from now and what it might be like. Thinking about the future is an important part of our work at Council. Every decision we make needs to take into account what our population needs now and what future generations will need. We must think about how we manage money and resources to ensure there’s enough for the future. When we build, we need to think about the effect it’ll have on future generations. When we decide not to do something we need to consider the effects that will have too.

Looking into the future is often helped by looking back to the past. Napier commemorates a major milestone this year, 150 years since it became a borough. And as much as there will be some celebrations, there will also be opportunities to think about where we have come from and how we can relate that to where we are heading.

Napier has always been a place of manaakitanga and hospitality. We certainly know how to throw a great event! Vibrancy, innovation and enterprise are woven into our rich tapestry. We’ve always had an interconnected relationship with the environment: it defines us, supports us and, at times, challenges us. We’ve always been a place of driven go-getters and change makers who believe in Napier and want it to thrive.

Over 5500 keen runners and walkers, ranging in age from 5 to 93, took part in the different race options for the ninth year of the Runaway Hawke's Bay Marathon on Saturday May 18

And, we’ve been a destination for people who make Napier home because they want to be part of something special.

In our future, I imagine that what has always been part of Napier will continue to be central to our identity.

Creating community hubs that people can activate, or where they can connect, will always be an important part of who we are.

Having greenspaces that people can use for recreation but are also integral to things like our stormwater network will remain a vital part of our make-up.

Supporting people to live a life that is healthy, connected and sustainable in a place that’s safe and accessible, will always be essential.

Being a desirable location for people who want easy living, in a beautiful place, with direct access to the Great Outdoors, who are entrepreneurial, who enjoy good times, who want to raise their families in a healthy environment, that’s all going to matter as much in the future as it does now.

This month we will hear from many of those in our community who made submissions in the Three-Year Plan process. Part of this will be hearing their visions for the future, how together they would like us to grow and consolidate, what decisions they would like made for their future, and for the future of their children and grandchildren whether it’s 25 years from today, 50 or even 150.

Dogs three-months and older need a blue tag to be up to date with their dog rego.

You have until 1 July to pay dog registration for the coming year. It’s black and white! Get the tag at napier.govt.nz/pay-it.

There are 101 reasons to pay your dog registration!

Here’s just a few:

With the help of dog rego fees:

1. We collect lost or roaming dogs,

2. We take them to our shelter to look after them until they can be collected,

3. We help re-home them if that’s needed,

4. We investigate dog attacks on people and other animals,

5. We help with dog awareness education programmes,

6. We look after two dog agility tracks and a dog shower at Park Island,

7. We maintain 12 dog poo-bag dispensers around the city.

How should Napier’s local democracy be organised?

We should reduce the number of wards, as Napier is a small city. Kevin.

Napier should have some 'at large' councillors to represent the entire city. Ellen.

How can our city’s democracy be the most effective and fair for all? The Representation Review is when we take a fresh look at our representation arrangements. By law we must do this at least once every six years. This makes sure our council is structured so it best serves the interests and needs of Napier’s residents. We’re currently thinking about:

• How many elected members should be on council?

• How many wards should our city have, what should their boundaries be, and what should they be named?

• Should we have a mix of both ward councillors and at large councillors?

• How many Māori wards and representatives should Napier have?

• Should we establish community boards? We surveyed residents on this matter in late 2023. Council considered this feedback, and based on this, we are now considering five potential options for Napier’s future local democracy arrangements. We want to know which one is your preferred option. Local government is all about representing you, so it’s important we know your opinion. Complete the survey on sayitnapier.nz before 5pm, Friday 24 May. If you need help or would like to complete the survey on paper, see the friendly teams at our Customer Service Centre, Napier Library or Taradale Library.

Can you spot the good

boy?

He’s the one in the blue tag!

Lights, laneway, action!

A big thank you to Napier businesses and building landlords, Napier City Business Inc, local artists and tradies, and the central government Better Off grant for helping light up Dalton Street North. It’s been illuminating working on such a brilliant project together! Check out Circa next time you’re in Napier CBD.

Sunny smiles on show!

Our talented gardeners have been hard at work crafting a vibrant masterpiece in the heart of the Sunken Gardens! Get ready to be greeted by a radiant smiley face, adorned with bright yellow and black blooms. Keep an eye out over the next few months as the big grin begins to appear. We're looking forward to seeing this cheerful transformation blossom bringing smiles to the faces of those who love visiting this secret oasis.

Project in Progress Pool update

Project in Progress McLean Park

We are about to start a twelvemonth remediation and maintenance programme at Napier Aquatic Centre. These are essential health and safety works rather than nice-to-haves, and a lot of what we need to do you may not even see! As we do the work, we will keep as much of the pool complex open as possible to avoid disruption. A big thanks to all our regulars, groups, teams and clubs, for putting up with any interruptions to their swim programmes. This is necessary work that has to happen to keep the pool running so we are very grateful for your patience and understanding.

We are literally watching the grass grow at McLean Park! The first green shoots of the grass sown during routine maintenance of hybrid turf are above ground now.

The Magpies will be the first to play on the rejuvenated surface on Saturday 27 July when they’re challenged for the Ranfurly Shield. This work gives us the opportunity to schedule more exciting events at McLean Park, following on from the successful staging of the Tom Jones and Six60 concerts, Nitro Circus and Super Rugby matches. Might we see the Hurricanes run out on to the pitch again soon? Watch this space!

Let's talk rubbish!

Our waste, our resources.

Have your say.

Ā mātou para, ō mātou rawa. Whakawhiti kōrero.

• How can we reduce food waste?

• How can we stop recycling going into rubbish bins?

• How could businesses reduce their waste?

We’re seeking your views and ideas for how to reduce waste in Napier and Hastings.

Having a waste plan helps us set the goals of our community and how we manage and minimise waste. By law, our plan must be updated every six years.

Napier City Council and Hastings District Council are developing a waste plan together because of our close proximity and links.

Share your thoughts and help shape our plan at sayitnapier.nz by Sunday 30 June 2024.

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COOL CORNERS TO KEEP COSY

With the colder weather setting in, here are five cosy places in Napier to escape the chill and stay warm!

OCEAN SPA

When the temperature drops, there's nothing like a rejuvenating hot soak at Ocean Spa. Treat yourself to a relaxing swim or spa experience followed by a hot drink from the Bach Cafe!

TARADALE LIBRARY

Seek solace from the chill and lose yourself in the pages of a good book at Taradale Library. Cosy up on the comfy couches or beanbags, or challenge the whānau to a board game or puzzle.

FARADAY MUSEUM

Discover history through interactive experiences at the Faraday Museum of Technology. Explore the evolution of technology through hands-on exhibits. Pull, push, and interact to uncover what life was like in days gone by.

HAWKE'S BAY HOLT PLANETARIUM

Take in the beauty of Napier’s night sky from Hawke’s Bay’s very own Planetarium dome. A fantastic place to learn about space! Open Sundays from 7pm to 9pm. Prices start from $8, cash only.

MTG HAWKE'S BAY

Take a journey through time and uncover the rich history of our region at MTG Hawke's Bay. From captivating art to cultural treasures, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Grants for

Westshore Sea Scouts, New Zealand received a Community Services grant to help with operating costs. Sea Scouts provide youths, aged between 6-17 years, a fun education in boating, outdoor, first aid and leadership skills.

Applications for Community Services Grants are closing soon!

Are you part of an organisation that works to help Napier communities? If so, you may be eligible for a Community Services grant.

Our city relies heavily on a number of community organisations, many voluntary, that care for Napierites in various ways.

Each year, we provide funding to these organisations so they can continue their good work. To see if you're eligible and to apply visit napier.govt.nz/grants, applications close Friday, 24 May.

Age-Friendly Napier Survey

If you are aged over 65, we want to hear your views on how age-friendly our city is!

As older Napier residents, you can provide important observations about our community, through a survey we’re currently running.

Do you find activities and events are organised in places that are accessible to you? Do you feel like a valued member of society?

Your responses to these questions, and many more, will help the researchers from The Hague University, Netherlands, who initiated this global survey. They want to develop a better picture of what it means, in practice, to be age-friendly.

Napier is the first place in New Zealand to take part! The results will also provide valuable feedback for us.

To participate, complete the online survey at napier.govt.nz Paper copies are available at the Napier and Taradale libraries and Napier City Council Customer Service Centre.

Live the dream in one of Napier’s most sought after subdivisions.

Exciting opportunities await at Parklands Residential Estate, with sections in Stages 9 & 10 now available. There’s plenty of potential to size up your dream home in Parklands with property lots ranging from 308m 2 to 908m 2 , prices starting from just $350k.

Whether you’re a young professional, a growing family, or enjoying your golden years, Parklands offers the perfect opportunity to build your dream home to suit your lifestyle. Visit parklandsnapier.co.nz for more details and to request an information pack.

parklandsnapier.co.nz info@parklandsnapier.co.nz

Cr Keith Price Ahuriri Ward

Cr Greg Mawson Nelson Park Ward

Cr Nigel Simpson Taradale Ward

Cr Graeme Taylor Taradale Ward

Cr Maxine Boag Nelson Park Ward

Cr Sally Crown Nelson Park Ward

Cr Juliet Greig Nelson Park Ward

Cr Chad Tareha Taradale Ward

Cr Ronda Chrystal Taradale Ward

Cr Hayley Browne Ahuriri Ward

Cr Richard McGrath Onekawa-Tamatea Ward

Deputy Mayor Annette Brosnan Onekawa-Tamatea Ward

Mayor Kirsten Wise