In the next few days you will have received your voting documents which you can post to the electoral officers as soon as you have voted. Official “polling day” is Saturday 12th October when voting documents must be at council before voting closes at noon.
Inside our feature you will find the names of all the candidates standing for election, as well as helpful background information on each of the councils, boards and trusts they are standing for.
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As in previous elections, Wairarapa residents will be able to vote for the mayors and councillors of Masterton, Carterton and South Wairarapa district Residentscouncils.ofSouth Wairarapa can vote for representatives on Martinborough, Greytown and Featherston community boards.
Masterton residents will be able to vote for representatives for Masterton Community Trust and Masterton Trust Lands Trust, while Greytown residents can vote for Greytown Trust Lands Trust. All Wairarapa residents can vote for candidates for places on the Wairarapa District Health GoodBoard.luck to all the candidates.
Welcome to Local Body Elections 2019
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Preliminary results (ie once all “ordinary” votes are counted) will be available as soon as possible afterwards. Official results, including all valid ordinary and special votes, will be declared as soon as practical from October 17th onwards.
24-27 Carterton District Council 28 Greater Wellington Regional Council 29-34 Masterton District Council 34 Montfort Trimble Foundation 35-36 Masterton Community Trust 37 Masterton Trust Lands Trust 38-39 South Wairarapa District Council 39 Greytown District Trust Lands Trust 40-42 Wairarapa District Health Board
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The outcomescommunity a strong community a prosperous economy a healthy natural and built environment quality t for infrastructurepurpose a strong and e ective Council
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Following are extracts from the Report which is available in its entirety at cdc.govt.nz
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The vision A welcoming and vibrant community where we all enjoy living
Lobbying central government for alternatives to rates to fund core council operations. Safety Improvements to SH2 between Carterton & Masterton. Involvement in council with our future leaders via schools. Ensuring our infrastructure continues to meet the needs of our growing community. Expand on our climate change mitigation work.
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AUTHORISED BY RUSSELL KEYS, 40 CLIFTON AVENUE, CARTERTON.
The preparation of a Pre-election Report is required by section 99A of the Local Government Act 2002 for all councils in New Zealand. Its purpose is to provide information to promote public discussion about the issues facing Carterton District Council leading up to the 2019 local authority elections. What goes in the report is dictated by the legislation. It focuses on nancial information and key nancial targets for the last three years and for the coming three years.
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Financial strategy
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I look forward to representing the Carterton community again If re-elected I will concentrate on: I have lived in Carterton all my life. Together with Carrollyn we have operated our Electrical contracting business from Carterton for the last 19 years. I was recently appointed to the Electrical Workers Registration Board. I am a Volunteer re ghter in the Carterton brigade with 22 years’ service and current rank of Station Of cer. Recently been appointed a White Ribbon Ambassador. I was elected to council in a by election in 2015 and have enjoyed my time on council to date.
In preparing the Ten-Year and Annual Plans to meet the reasonable needs of our community, the Council applied the following principles: be fair to our ratepayers and customers maintain service delivery and if required meet increasing demand balance the budget be good stewards of our assets and infrastructure, and of our funds spread the cost of assets across their useful lives. Being fair to our ratepayers and customers means that our activities are cost-e ective and necessary for the community’s social, cultural, economic, and environmental wellItbeing.means that we allocate rates and charges to those who bene t and to those who have a negative impact on our community. It means that we spread costs across today’s and tomorrow’s users (intergenerational equity) to match when bene ts arise. And it means being aware of not excessively burdening today’s users with the impact of yesterday’s users not having contributed enough. Every three years we prepare a tenyear plan. Every year we prepare a detailed annual plan. Rates are set at a level to produce Keys
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The Council’s objective is to have in place a regime that minimises the discharge of treated sewage to Mangatārere Stream and is affordable to the community.
2070 Longbush GladstoneRoad,5884 ElectionsGovernmentLocal 2019CARTERTON COUNCILDISTRICT Every three years we prepare a tenyear plan. Every year we prepare a detailed annual plan. Rates are set at a level to produce a desired surplus. Generally, that surplus would be zero. Sometimes a surplus is needed to cover the repayment of loan principal, or to build up reserves for future year expenses (such as the three-yearly elections). Sometime’s
Authorised Greg Lang a deficit is planned because not all expenses, especially depreciation, needs to or should be Depreciationfunded. is calculated on an annual basis to fund the renewal of assets over time. It is a major expense. It is currently over a quarter of total operating Chargingexpenditure.depreciation each year spreads the cost of an asset over its useful life. Generally, depreciation is funded by income (including rates) in the same year that the depreciation is incurred. Funding of depreciation results in an increase in the Council’s cash balance overtime, held in depreciation reserves. These cash funds will earn interest and will provide funding for the replacement of relevant infrastructure assets in the future. In the Ten-Year Plan, the Council fully funded the depreciation expense, except for the following: roads and footpaths Events Centre building and fitout the accelerated programme of sewerage renewals and treatment capacity. ensuring sustainable supply and use of potable water. This recognises that: construction of roads and footpaths is partly funded from subsidies received from the New Zealand Transport Agency construction of other assets is partly-funded from external funding (borrowing) construction of some assets is partly-funded by community contributions, and We either do not need to build up the full amount of funds for future replacement, or it would not be fair on the current generation of Weratepayers.needto borrow to fund capital expenditure, including the planned accelerated programme of sewerage renewals and expansion of the sewage treatment capacity. This is because insufficient funds have built up in the past in depreciation reserves. Either it is a new asset, or rates have not previously covered the full cost of depreciation over the full life of the Inasset.these cases, the Council considers it would be unfair for the current generation of ratepayers to pay both the loan repayment (to fund the existing asset) and the depreciation (to fund its Duringreplacement).theterms of the loans, rates will fund the principal repayment and interest expense, after which rates will fully fund the annual depreciation expense. At the end of the asset life, there will be some depreciation reserves built up to contribute to the replacement cost. Sewerage and the disposal of treated sewage
Wednesday, September 18, 2019 Wairarapa Midweek 25 JOHN FAIRBROTHER FOR CARTERTON COUNCIL Caring in a climate of change Affordable AdaptationSustainableTransparencyRates&AccountabilityGrowthforClimateChange Governance experience includes: • Former Carterton Councillor • Charitable Trusts • Primary & Secondary Schools • Business & Institutional Management jfairbrother05@gmail.comwww.linkedin.com Authorised by John Fairbrother, 174 High St South, Carterton Passionately Committed to Carterton! Open , Approachable & ResponsiveProvenRecordinGovernance & Financial PromotingManagementAffordable & Sustainable Growth Realistic Action around Climate Change robyn-cherry-campbell-b42a13133/https://www.linkedin.com/in/Linkedin:RobynFacebook:Call:robyncherrycampbell@gmail.comEmail:0211556821Cherry-CampbellforCDC Authorised by Robyn Cherry-Campbell 42 Taverner Street Carterton CartertonOpenResponsive•inGovernanceFinancialManagement• • Call: 021 155 6821 RobynFacebook:Cherry-Campbell for CDC robyn-cherry-campbell-b42a13133/https://www.linkedin.com/in/Linkedin: for If you would like to get in touch or volunteer to help on my campaign: 027 898 1618 l www.facebook.com/greglangforCDM/greglang66@gmail.com
In 2012, the Council purchased Daleton Farm, 65.7 hectares next to the sewage treatment plant. Since the resource consent in 2013, a Ten-Year development programme has been under way involving sustainable irrigation on to this land. The first irrigator was designed, implemented and commissioned in late 2014, and subsequently a dripline was installed for a native shelter belt on the boundary. The development to date has included: significant modelling and analysis, and on-site research trials at-source pre-treatment of trade waste by significant clients design and installation of supplementary aeration chambers gases from the anaerobic digester diverted to a soil filter high-capacity ultra-violet final treatment centre-point irrigator for discharge to land in summer shelter belts of native plants and sacrificial pines to handle any drift of treated wastewater wetlands excavation and initial Currentplanting.development under way focuses on irrigation and storage: ultra-violet disinfection through a second UV plant a 200,000m3 three-chamber storage reservoir deficit irrigation over ¾ of Daleton Farm, including use of a second centre point irrigator preferential flow path land treatment trenches a realigned ephemeral water way with expanded wetlands. Irrigation to land is limited by the storage capacity of the reservoirs and ground conditions. Greater storage and a second irrigator would allow the best use of the full land area available and minimise the discharge to Mangatārere Stream during wet months. The period we discharge could be reduced to as little as 20 days per year.
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Committed to working hard, working well and adding value to the Council, our district and Experiencecommunities.and expertise you can count on!
Steffen Bertram
“A great little district, let’s keep it that way” Your voice for: CommutersAffordableEnvironmentRateshousing
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“The best way to get the best bang for your ratepayer buck is open-ness. You’re involved when ideas are still just ideas.
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Pipes before pipe-dreams People before councillors Councillors before staff
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Carterton District Council ElectionsGovernmentLocal 2019 CARTERTONCOUNCILDISTRICT Council at Large 8 Vacancies ARMSTRONG, Dalina (RATH - Rates Are Too High) BERTRAM, Steffen BOTTRILL, Bernard (RATH - Rates Are Too High) BOULTER, (Independent)Roger CARTER, Ruth Elsie CHERRY-CAMPBELL, Robyn CRETNEY, Steve DELLER, Brian FAIRBROTHER, John GREATHEAD, Jill (Putting Communities in Charge) HAGAN, Jenna (RATH - Rates Are Too High) Candidates for Carterton District Council 2019 Mayor 1 Vacancy BOTTRILL, Bernard (RATH - Rates Are Too High) FARR, Graeme (VOTE FOR THE TUNNEL) GREATHEAD, Jill (Putting Communities in Charge) LANG, Greg VOTE HEARDVOICEMAKETOYOUR KEYS, Russell MENDE, (Independent)Doug OPTLAND, Hank (RATH - Rates Are Too High) OSBORNE, Mike (Colourful Carterton) SEBIRE, (martysebire4carterton)Marty SHAW, Ron STOCKLEY, Rob VERGUNST, Rebecca VERHEIJ, Justus (RATH - Rates Are Too High) WILLIAMS, Dale You can view all the candidate profiles here nominated-candidates-for-2019/nz/your-council/elections/your-https://cdc.govt.
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Authorised by Steve Cretney - 48 Lincoln Road, Carterton
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“All my career I’ve worked for local Councils – rst as a staffer, then since 2003 through my consultancy. Until a few weeks ago, that included Carterton Council. I know things “from the inside”. I know the difference between a “nice to have” and an essential service.
Authorised by Dale Williams 231 Belvedere Rd Carterton
Ratepayers do have a Voice!Ratepayers do have a Voice!
“Councillors need to be accountable to you (and not just at election time). Council staff need to be accountable to councillors (that means nances open to scrutiny).
“And staff need to keep their eye on the ball of basic services – good drinking water, wastewater treatment, rubbish collection, roads, parks, the library and the cemetery”.
Offering a unique blend of both extensive experience in business, local government, elected representation, community service and leadership, with a fresh, clear lens to the challenges and opportunities facing Carterton.
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Carterton District Council is responsible for developing and maintaining a wide range of public services and facilities to provide a quality lifestyle for people living in the district. This includes infrastructure such as roading, water supplies, sewerage and wastewater disposal, parks and street lights. The Council also plans for and manages land use and subdivision activity. District Council responsibilities: Reserves, parks, sports fields, public playgrounds, Roads (but NOT State Highways), Wastewater disposal, Rubbish collection and facilities, Water supplies, Parking facilities and control, Public restrooms, Cemeteries, Emergency Management, Community Services, including Community Development and Engagement, Placemaking, Economic Development, Land and property information, Events Centre, Utilities information, whatCouncilDistrictCarterton-itdoes
Environmental health regulations, Building control regulations, Building consents, Animal control –dogs & stock, Noise control, Liquor licensing Bylaws, Civil Defence/ Rural Fire Service, Resource consents, Subdivision consents, GIS (Geographical Information Services)
Agendas for all Council and Committee meetings are available for public inspection two days prior to the meeting, with the exception of any emergency meetings of Council where agendas are available at the meeting. Public excluded items are not included.
Council meetings are held on a six- weekly cycle, excluding January when no meeting is held. Meetings are held in the Hurunui o Rangi Room at the Carterton Events Centre and commence at 1pm.
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The Infrastructure and Services Committee and Policy and Strategy Committee are also held 6 weekly. The Audit and Risk Committee are held four times per year.
Source: Carterton District Council www.cdc.govt.nz
Copies of agendas and minutes with the exception of public excluded items are available to members of the public at the Council Office, Library or at cdc. Membersgovt.nz of the public are welcome and encouraged to attend meetings of Council and Committees. A public forum is provided for at the start of meetings, where anyone can address elected members. Members of the public who wish to participate in this public forum must register their intention with the council office on 06 379 4030.
Members of the public are welcome and encouraged to attend meetings of Council ACommittees.andpublicforum is provided for at the start of meetings, where anyone can address members.elected“
CandidatesRegionalWellingtonGreaterCouncil 1 Vacancy Borren, (Independent)Pim Moore, Richard
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or may, be involved with. It is the Councillors’ role to decide how the activities should be carried out.
Biosecurity. Biosecurity (pest animals and pest plants) is about protecting our environment, economy and way of life from the harmful impacts of pests and diseases. Greater Wellington works with landowners to target regional pest plants and animals and helps the rural economy by controlling possums to stop the spread of bovine Tb. Emergency management. Greater Wellington co-ordinates the Civil Defence Emergency Management Group for the region. They work together to minimise the potential e ects of emergencies, prepare ourselves and the community, respond to emergencies and help the community to recover.
28 Wairarapa Midweek Wednesday, September 18, 2019 VOTE PIM BORREN FOR GWRC. A STRONGER VOICE FOR THE WAIRARAPA. Authorised by: Pim Borren, 277 Upper Waingawa Rd, Kaituna, Masterton Adrienne Staples Regional Council Re-Elect
Greater Wellington Regional Council promotes Quality for Life by ensuring our environment is protected while meeting the economic, cultural and social needs of the community. Our speci c responsibilities include environment management, ood protection and land management, provision of regional parks, public transport planning and funding, and metropolitan water supply. The Council is responsible for developing policies that direct the activities of the Greater Wellington. Various Acts of Parliament, such as the Local Government Act and the Resource Management Act state what activities the Council should,
Ensuring Wairarapa’s viewpoint is considered in all council decisions in a strong but Drivingrespectful mannerourorganisation to get behind and work with community led initiatives
Source: Greater www.gw.govt.nzWellington L (Independent)
Environment. The region’s natural resources - land, water, air, energy - sustain our lives. Greater Wellington helps people to use these resources appropriately and sustainably. Flood protection. The region’s many rivers mean homes, farmland, jobs, livelihoods and property can be at risk from ooding. Greater Wellington helps communities protect themselves from the e ects of ooding. Harbours. Greater Wellington looks after the navigational safety of all vessels in the harbours of Wellington and Porirua and around the regional coastline. It encourages safe boating behaviour and is ready to respond in case of a marine oil spill.
Appreciating the bene ts of different points of view
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WHAT I STAND FOR
Supporting best practice farming to protect and enhance our environment while ensuring the continued success of our rural industry
Fostering good relationships with the local councils and businesses here as well as promoting Wairarapa to the wider region
Strongly advocating for increased services and new trains for the Wairarapa line
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The Wellington Region is divided into six areas, which are called constituencies. Voters in the Wairarapa Constituency can only vote for one position on the council. You will nd all candidate bios at candidates-2019/http://www.gw.govt.nz/ Wellington’sGreater role and functions
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Land management. About 40 per cent of the Wellington region is erosion-prone hill country. Soil erosion can be prevented or reduced by improving the way the land is used, perhaps by planting trees, by changing management systems, or by allowing native bush to grow in areas that are at risk from erosion. Greater Wellington works with landowners to control soil erosion. Parks & forests. Greater Wellington maintains a network of regional parks and forests, enjoyed by thousands of people every year. It also looks after their environmental and historical features. Pollution control. Greater Wellington maintains a 24-hour incident response service, conducts environmental assessments of industrial and commercial sites, and maintain, a register of sites with hazardous industries or activities. To report a pollution incident, phone 04-384 5708, or freephone 0800 4WN REG. Transport. Greater Wellington funds bus and train services. It plans the roading network and builds public transport infrastructure. Greater Wellington spends about $30 million each year subsidising public transport. Water supply. Greater Wellington collects and treats all the drinking water used in Wellington, Hutt, Upper Hutt and Porirua. It is the region’s ‘wholesale’ water supplier, delivering highquality treated water to the main reservoirs in each city, from where the four city councils supply homes and businesses.
It’s also vital to address the Town Hall debate through active public consultation to determine a realistic, yet a ordable, solution for IMasterton ratepayers.believeCouncilshould focus on its core services and not be distracted by trying to ll Central government’s role in the community; and that rates increases should be in line with in ation. Water capacity and storage, plus our resilience to a changing world, are also major issues. We must be bold in our decisions and decisive in our actions. I bring balance and common sense to the table with an unbiased agenda. Re-elect me, I’ll continue to work hard for you. DISTRICT COUNCIL home” advert authorised by Bex Johnson, 83 Upper Plain Rd, Masterton. 083
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As a Councillor I believe I have made a positive di erence on behalf of ratepayers and residents. I ask for your support to be re-elected. Current projects need continuity and a watchful eye; our Park’s refurbishment, CBD revitalisation, Library and Hood Aerodrome developments, to name a few.
Mayor 1 Vacancy Burling, Cory Farr, (VOTEGraemeFORTHE TUNNEL) Nixon, Tina (No mucking about) Patterson, Lyn ( The Experienced Leadership We Need) Council at Large 10 Vacancies Ca ell, Gary (Masterton Matters) Davidson, (Independent)Deborah Gare (BG), Brent Gibbs, Carys Holmes, David Hooker, Jonathan James, Peter Johnson, Bex (Proud to call Masterton home) Karaitiana, (Independent)Ronald Laing, (Independent)Donna Lapslie, (MastertonJohnResidents & Ratepayers) Leveridge, (AdvocatingBrittfor our future generations) Mailman, Frazer McClymont, Graham McClymont, Isabella Nelson, Tim Nixon, Tina (No mucking about) Peterson, Chris Ryan, (ValuingSandyCommunity) Wright, Dave You(Tubs)will nd pro les of all of the candidates at : local-body-election/nz/council/elections/vote-2019-https://mstn.govt. Candidates for Masterton District Council 2019 Councillors and Mayor’s roles Bex Johnston KaraitianaRonald
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A mayor has the following powers: to appoint the deputy mayor to establish committees of the territorial authority to appoint the chairperson of each committee (which may be him or herself) to serve as a member of each council committee
Source: www.localcouncils.govt.nz
As of the 2013 local authority elections, the Local Government Act 2002 de nes the role of a mayor as having to provide leadership to the other elected members of the territorial authority, be a leader in the community and perform civic duties. This includes leading the development of the territorial authority’s plans (including the long-term plan and the annual plan), policies and budgets.
Councillors’ roles Councillors are elected to represent their communities for three-year terms. There is no limit on the number of terms they may serve. There is no speci c job description for councillors. However, as representatives and leaders of their communities, their role involves setting policies, making regulatory decisions and reviewing council performance (through its annual report and the performance review of the chief executive).
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Mayor role Mayors, like councillors, are elected by their district for a three-year term. Mayors cannot be removed from o ce by the council.
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Masterton needs to plan for the next 15-20 years, not just the next 2-3. Hard decisions need to be made. We need a change of direction to encourage business growth, with affordable rates and happy residents. We have a great town, let’s help it become awesome. Council needs to be more open and engaged with all ratepayers. To encourage not hinder business and job creation. We need more accountability for our money and where it is spent. When decisions are made by Councillors, they need to be implemented and not stalled. Ratepayers & Council need to agree jointly how we run the town and area, less meddling from Wellington. Let us decide how to spend the rates money. To do this, we need an A rating, not BB as we have now, so Council needs to be more ef cient and people involved more.
Kia Ora, Talofa, Authorised by B Gare 26 Freyberg Street Masterton
Advertisement authorized by Peter James, 40 Pownall Street, Masterton. Hello. I’m Brent Gare. Passionate about the Masterton community, I’ve lived here for just over 15 years and host the More FM Wairarapa breakfast show. I’m married with 2 children, and I’m seeking your vote to represent you on the Masterton District Council. I’ve sat on various committees and served as a board member for Wairarapa Bush. I volunteer in a number of areas in the community and am currently an active rugby referee. I’m passionate about sport, recreation, community facilities and the environment. I also have a strong interest in history, theatre and the arts. I aim to bring new ideas to the table to continue to make Masterton an excellent place to live for current and future generations. I’m keen on working with local business to ensure our area has continued employment opportunities, and adds to an exciting a vibrant area region.
Civic Centre facility Masterton’s town hall and district building were closed in June 2016 as its earthquake rating was below the required standard. This closure has meant people have lost an important community asset. A provision of $15.5 million was allocated in the 2018-28 Long-Term Plan. A reduced capital provision of $2 million has been allowed in 2019-20 to reflect the likely timing of consultation with the community on options and costs and the start date for any work that follows.
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A major project has a significant capital investment or community impact. The following major projects are planned for our district over the next three years.
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Work is under way on a project to develop Hood Aerodrome. Precincts are being created for hangar development to cater to varying aviation needs, as well as improvements to lighting, internal roading and airport services. We will start to develop a strategy and revised master plan for the aerodrome in 2019-20 and continue to progress opportunities such as the reintroduction of a commercial air service and the development of an Aviation Centre.
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ConservationWaterWater Meters $5.2 million We use a lot of water in Masterton compared with other areas of New Zealand. There is a growing national focus on the importance of conserving water as New Zealand moves into a future where growing populations, environmental drivers and the potential impact of climate
Wairarapa District Plan Review - $900,000 set aside Planning is under way for the review of the Wairarapa Combined District Plan, which will be a joint project with the Carterton and South Wairarapa District Councils. The review provides an opportunity to consider lessons from the last decade and use these to improve the plan and ensure it continues to meet the needs of the region. A key aspect for review is the provision for growth in the plan, to address the increasing development pressures faced across the region.
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change place greater demand on our water supply. One reason water use is high in our district is the amount of water used by Wehouseholds.haveallocated $5.2m for the installation of smart water meters for domestic users in 2019-20. Smart water meters provide greater meter reading efficiency and accuracy than standard water Readingsmeters. can be taken more frequently, which provides better information on leakages and consumption patterns.
redevelopmentLibrary - $5 Million Set Aside The role of libraries is changing. As technology advances, people are accessing information in different ways and modern libraries have a broader role to play in our community. The current size of our library limits the activities and resources that can be delivered. Up to $5 million has been allocated to develop our library so that we can expand the level of service we provide for our community.
RecoveryRecycling/Centre$250,000 A recycling/recovery centre is being developed to divert reusable goods from landfill. Goods will be able to be dropped off free of charge and resold to the community. Funding of $250,500 has been allocated in year three of our 2018-28 LongTerm Plan for the establishment of the centre, with an additional $472,000 allocated annually for operating costs.
Source: Masterton District Council Pre-Election Report
Water renewalspipe - Extra $600,000 per annum We are also spending an additional $600,000 per annum to increase our rate of water pipe renewals to reduce the amount of water lost through leaks.
construction works in Park Street first. We will also continue to work with businesses on Bruce Street to refine the designs we have and will prioritise other key projects from our strategy during the triennium. Updates on the progress of the Town Centre project can be found at www. mastertontown.nz.
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Water is currently charged as part of the rates for connected properties and is split between a flat charge and a rate based on the capital value of the property. We expect a settling in period before introducing a new charging system, probably in 2021-22. It could include a base allocation charged at a flat fee in property rates, plus charges for usage that exceeds the base allocation. We will consult with the community on the proposed charging system.
Town revampcentre - $3.63 million In 2018 we committed to investing $3.63 million to inject more life and vibrancy into our town centre. Our aim is to create a vibrant and thriving town centre that will attract new residents and visitors. A revamped town centre is also expected to encourage private Weinvestment.willbeprogressing detailed designs for Park and lower Queen Streets (the block of Queen Street between Jackson and Bannister Streets) with a view to starting
Upgrading our pound Upgrading our pound facility will provide a safer, more comfortable facility for both animals and staff. An upgrade will also enable us to offer a better level of service to dog owners. A provision of $612,600 was allowed in the 2018-28 LongTerm Plan, with $100,000 budgeted for the 2019-20 year to scope options.
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This advertising has been authorised by Frazer Mailman,19 Liverpool St, Masterton. Your support for my nomination to the Masterton District Council and Lands Trust Masterton would be greatly appreciated. This advertisement is authorised by Britt Leveridge, 133 Dixon Street, Masterton Authorised by Chris Peterson, 350a Mt Holdsworth Rd, Carterton
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Key actions include: Working alongside Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC) to address the level of ood protection in urban areas and ensuring streams are kept clear of weeds and sediment to decrease the likelihood of ooding impacting our urban areas. Maintaining our accreditation as part of the internationallyrecognised Enviro-Mark’s Certi ed emissions.on-yearannualwereitsworkingocertiSchemeMeasurementEmissionsandReduction(CEMARS).ThiscationmeansCouncilisciallyrecognisedasactivelytomeasureandmanageowncarbonfootprint.Werstcertiedin2017andauditshavefoundyear-reductionsinourcarbon
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Increasing the resilience of our water supply Developing a new Climate Change Action Plan during 2019-20, taking into account the Climate Change Response (Zero Carbon) Amendment Bill that is currently before Parliament. Adopting (in part) the Wellington Region Electric Vehicle Support Strategy, to support a reduction in fossil fuels used in road transport. Improving our reporting. All reports to Council now include consideration of the environment and climate change as part of our advice. This encourages joined up thinking and advice across Council to address climate change impacts.
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I want to represent the rural ratepayers and the community at large.
Climate change will have a substantial impact on our environment and our people. It will increase the risks from natural hazard events that already occur within the district, particularly as a result of sea level rise, increased frequency and intensity of storm events, and increased frequency of Itdrought.isalsoexpected to cause increased coastal erosion, biodiversity changes, greater re risk, potential new pests and diseases and impacts on water quality and availability.
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An experienced Councillor who sees Climate Change as a priority. A voice for our environment.
The impacts of climate change are expected to increase in extent and magnitude over time. How are we responding? We are taking climate change very seriously and are focusing on speci c actions that have the biggest impact on mitigation and adaptation. We are taking climate change very seriously and are focusing on speci c actions that have the biggest impact on mitigation and adaptation.”
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It has always been my philosophy on council that councillors or trustees are elected to do the best job possible for the community they serve, and that you can only manage that by listening to what the people say and think.
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Looking further ahead, we have allocated $5.6 million in 202325 to build more water storage. Work to renew the Upper Plain trunk main will also begin in 2023-24.
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Looking further ahead, we have allocated $5.6 million in 2023-25 to build more water storage. Work to renew the Upper Plain trunk main will also begin in 2023-24.
In addition, the Government is reviewing the regulation and supply arrangements of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater to better support New Zealand’s prosperity, health, safety and Oneenvironment.oftheoptions being explored is the aggregation of supplies –taking the assets Council owns and putting them with the assets owned by others to create a bigger unit for managing the assets and delivering services. How are we responding?
Water Water and its management is expected to be one of the big challenges facing our district over the next 10-20 years. We need to ensure that our water supply can meet the needs of our growing population and the potential impacts of climate change, such as the likelihood of increased periods of drought.
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Council has also supported investigations into larger scale community water storage that could provide economic, environmental and social bene ts (such as water for our recreational Alakes).private scheme at Wakamoekau (northwest of Masterton) may move into the consenting phase within the next two years and construction may begin before 2023 depending on the outcome of prefeasibility studies under way. Council will need to make decisions about if and how it wishes to be involved (for example as an investor and/or water user) and what this means for our storage project.
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Authorised by Sandy Ryan 19 Ardlsey Lane Masterton SANDY RYAN
One of the principal reasons for installing water meters is to encourage households and businesses to be more aware of the amount of water they are using. In addition to smart water meters, we have increased the funding allocation to renew our oldest water mains, to reduce the amount of water lost through leakage.
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Council is well-positioned to meet anticipated changes for drinking water. Both the Masterton and Tinui supplies are fully compliant with the GivenStandards.theGovernment review, we have not completed a service delivery review for the three waters. Depending on the pace of the review, shared service opportunities could be explored with our neighbouring councils in the next triennium.
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Celebrating together is important. We need places and spaces that celebrate the natural environment, our built and cultural heritage, and strengthen local identity.
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Authorised by Isabella McClymont, 172 Willow Park Drive, RD 11, Masterton
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Masterton District Council Pre-Election Report 2019
Two crops of pines have been harvested from the land and the Trimble Foundation is charged with administering the income from the trees to further public a orestation. The Foundation has used part of the money from the sale of trees to purchase Rewanui, a property with areas of native bush that the Foundation wishes to protect and enhance. Although the majority of Trimble Foundation members are elected during local body elections there is no rate payers money involved in the setup or running of the Foundation’s
The Montfort Trimble Foundation is a charitable Trust set up by a New Zealand Act of Parliament. The purpose of the Act is to perpetuate the wishes expressed in the will of Dr Montfort Trimble of Masterton. Dr Trimble died in 1940 and left money to promote public a orestation. His trustees appointed the Masterton County Council to act on their behalf and the Council used the money to buy 127ha of land 17km north of Masterton and planted it in Pinus Radiata.
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If you’d like to know more, you can contact me via email mcclymontformdc@gmail.com or via Facebook. f:
If elected I will strive to achieve the following in my rst 3 years. • priority in xing basic infrastructure, roads, footpaths, bridges etc • put an end to raw sewage into local rivers • repair broken council water pipes, leaking millions of litres of water each month • review “non-infrastructure” spending • work with local businesses to get an air service back into town
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I have lived in Masterton for the past 30 years. I have 3 children, both my sons are involved in the local building industry. My wife Karen has been involved in the local education sector for 30 years. I have a proven track record in Central Government and the Corporate Sector. Most locals will know me as the former local Manager of Air New Zealand, where I greeted some 40,000 people who used the service.
This ad is authorised by John Lapslie, 103 Pownall Street, Masterton POSITIVE AT THE DISTRICTMASTERTONCOUNCIL
We have undertaken an initial assessment of Masterton’s housing situation. This will inform a housing strategy for our district and feed into a region-wide housing plan. We are reviewing our own senior housing allocation processes and land we own to establish whether we can increase the social housing o ered in Masterton or partner with others to do so. To increase fairness across housing providers, Council has advocated that the Income Related Rent Subsidy should be made available to council tenants who would otherwise be on the Social Housing Register. Funds from the subsidy (the di erence between the Income Related Rent charged to tenants and the market rent) could be reinvested into the maintenance, upgrading or expansion of our senior housing stock. We will continue to support the work of social service organisations such as Connecting Communities Wairarapa, Government agencies and Community Housing Providers to assist them in delivering on our joint goals for the community.
Masterton is no exception to this trend. Statistics show that rental housing and home ownership are becoming less a ordable in our district, as housing costs increase faster than incomes. While it is di cult to provide an exact measure of homelessness, anecdotally we understand it’s on the Manyrise.parts of the country are grappling with the same situation, but what makes it particularly di cult in Masterton is the lack of a Housing New Zealand presence in Wairarapa since 1999. This has led to insu cient central government investment in social and a ordable housing in Masterton. Council owns 74 senior housing units, which are available at belowmarket rent to senior members of our community who have limited nancial means. However, unlike Housing New Zealand and registered Community Housing Providers, councils are unable to o er the Government’s Income Related Rent Subsidy. How are we responding?
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I want to see future generations able to enjoy our beautiful natural environment, have great employment opportunities and live happy, healthy lives in Masterton. My focus on Council will be:
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It is becoming more and more di cult for those wishing to buy a rst home and increasing living expenses are forcing some families into homelessness.
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- The District Plan review. - Asset management planning. - Championing the libraray upgrade. - Supporting business development.
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Trust House Chief Executive O cer Allan Pollard, says the performance is a direct result of the strategic changes that have been made over the past ve years and the commitment and hard work of sta . Commenting on the highlights in the 2018-19 Annual Report, Mr Pollard says he is very proud of the fact that 76% of everything that the Group made was given back to the “Ourcommunity.corepurpose is to enhance community well-being. This result I believe demonstrates that we are ful lling this,” Mr Pollard says. An independent survey undertaken by Perceptive Group earlier in the year con rmed strong community support for Trust House and its contribution to the region. Trust House, based in Masterton, owns and operates a range of businesses in the lower North Island, including multi-segment bars, hotels and a boutique hydro-electric scheme. It is also one of the largest community housing providers in New Zealand with around 485 rental properties in Wairarapa and Tararua which it owns, operates and “Themanages.Board took some courageous decisions a few years ago to exit non-performing businesses, and reduce sta , and we have worked hard to ensure that all of our businesses deliver value back to the community. “Group sales are about $5 million less than what they were ve years ago, yet our pro ts are more than double, which is really gratifying and vindication for the tough decisions that we made.” Trust House now has an asset base just shy of $100 million. More than 430 organisations bene ted from the $4.38 million distributed in grants, charitable donations and sponsorship. Organisations as diverse as the food bank, budgeting services and counselling services right through to major events like Kokomai Creative Festival and Wings Over InWairarapa.addition to community funding, Trust House re-invested nearly $1.3 million back into its housing stock, undertook a survey of tenants and initiated a housing newsletter in the interests of enhancing the wellbeing of tenants.
“We take our role as a community landlord very seriously. We will continue to spend money on our houses which are providing a ordable rental homes to low income individuals and families who need them most. Our houses are in the lower quartile for rents and we have supported close to 100 tenants to receive income related rental subsidies.”
I would very much appreciate your vote on election day.
Mr Pollard says this year’s strong performance, and also that of the previous year, is the result of a collective e ort across the whole Theorganisation.yearahead will be challenging, he says, with increases in compliance costs such as insurance, and also wage in ation, putting pressure on overall pro ts.
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“We will work to ensure that we minimise any shortfall as a result of increased costs, and continue to return money back to the communities in which we trade.”
The annual report is available on the Trust House web site trusthouse.co.nz
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The Wairarapa is a valley of opportunity and I’m proud to call it home. For over a decade I’ve lived here and have enjoyed contributing widely across the arts, church, multi-sport and business communities. With your support, I am seeking re-election to the Community Trust for my third term. I enjoy the role of Trustee immensely, meeting with diverse groups and encouraging new organisations to apply for funding.
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Antonio, Mena (Caring for our community) Goodwin, Brent (A better return to the community) Gri ths, Lucy Haeata, Aileen (Huck) (Independent) Johnson, Bex (Proud to call Masterton home) Kershaw, (Independent)Jock Lodge, Alan Milnes, (Independent)Belinda Southey, Ray Taucher, (Independent)Karl Bios for the candidates can be found vote-2019-local-body-election/https://mstn.govt.nz/council/elections/at for Community Trust
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A record nancial performance by the Trust House Group has enabled the community- owned organisation to return $4.4 million in grants, charitable donations and Trustsponsorship.Houselast week released its latest annual report showing a trading pro t of $5.75 million in the 2018-19 nancial year, the highest in its 70-year history.
Since acquiring the housing portfolio in 1999, Trust House has spent around $25 million on these assets.
As a Trustee I’m also a steward of the community assets of Trust House, a responsibility that I take very seriously. I am an experienced company director and member of the Institute of Directors. From a personal perspective, I’m married to a local businessman and we have two young boys. I run my own marketing, sales and export consultancy while also sitting on various local and national boards. This enables me to develop connections, opportunities and fresh ideas for our region.
I take my role on the Community Trust and within Trust House Limited very seriously. It would be my continuing wish to be involved with the governance of the Community Trust and the company. It is important that the businesses operated by Trust House Limited (on behalf of the Masterton Community Trust) remain well managed and pro table. Without pro table businesses the Community Trust may struggle to maintain the level of charitable donations made in previous years. The Community Trust, and the Masterton Licensing Trust before it, have been the conduit for many millions of charitable dollars owing into our Masterton and wider Wairarapa Communities. With your support, I am con dent the trustees can maintain and improve charitable distributions to our community.
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For the year ending 31.03.2019 over $2 million was given in grants in the Masterton district alone. On top of that, the company made a net pro t of over $1.6 million. These are signi cant sums of money nding their way back into our community. I am seeking re-election to the Masterton Community Trust (formerly the Masterton Licensing Trust).
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Trust House Limited aims to enhance the well-being of the communities in which it operates by: Operating successful local businesses that employ locals and uses the product and services of local businesses whenever possible Distributing pro ts to community events and organisations through grants sponsorship and charitable donations
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Masterton Community Trust (MCT) was formerly known as the Masterton Licensing Trust. It is the major shareholder of Trust House TrustLimited.House Ltd was formed in 1989 as a management company to best coordinate and operate MCT’s diverse business interests. Trust House Limited purchased all of the assets of MCT in exchange for its major shareholding interest and in 1997 Trust House Limited evolved from Management Company to the owner and operator of the MCT assets. This model of group governance continues to operate today. The MCT’s six trustees are publicly elected every three years. The Trustees appoint a President, and can appoint up to four Trustees to the Trust House Ltd Board of Directors.
Masterton Community Trust Being a community housing provider that puts people rst Trust House’s business interests were established in hospitality more than 70 years ago, but in the past two decades it has diversi ed into retail, community housing and hydro-electric power generation too, trading throughout the Wairarapa, Tararua, Feilding, Flaxmere and Porirua. Among its businesses in Wairarapa are Copthorne Hotel, Masterton, The Farriers Bar & Eatery, Kuripuni Sports Bar & TAB, Kourarau Hydroelectric Power Scheme, Apache Jacks Family Restaurant, Pukemanu Bar & Eatery, and Post O ce Hotel and Jackson Street Bar.
Trust House Limited is a community-owned company based in Wairarapa. It operates a range of hospitality businesses and a boutique hydro scheme in Wairarapa, Pahiatua, Tararua, Flaxmere, Feilding and Porirua, and owns and manages around 495 rental homes.
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Authorised by: Mena Antonio, 55 Matapihi Rd, Masterton
Masterton Community Trust remains major shareholder of the group as a 94% shareholder with Flaxmere Licensing and its charitable Trust minority shareholders with 6%. In e ect, while there is a requirement to consult among all the shareholders, the Masterton Community Trust with its 94% shareholding, holds the balance of Apower.minimum of two Trust House Directors must be non-Trustees, and thus independent Directors, not elected Trustees, this provides a provision for the appointment of professionally quali ed Directors with the appropriate skills to govern such a diverse business Amodel.Chief Executive is appointed by the Trust House board to head and appoint a senior management team to carry out the various responsibilities as delegated by the Board.
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MASTERTON IS THE MOST BLESSED TOWN IN NEW ZEALAND with the legacies of two Iconic Trusts TRUST LANDS TRUST MASTERTON COMMUNITY TRUST around $5,000,000 a year is returned to the community by way of grants and donations. This gure can be doubled when you take into account the economic impact of the Trusts, with money circulating in Masterton from wages, rates, new builds, renovations etc owing into the region as a result of the Trusts activities. It is important therefore to have an experienced governance team to support the operations of the respected management and staff. regularly impressed by the young people of our region - both Trusts support the development of our youth, creating exciting opportunities for their future. This must continue to be a focal point. a current member on each of these Trusts, I would value your support for my re-election. governance experience business owner/ management thinking Team building for local education/ Sport/ benefit sure that votes count, vote for KARL The difference TRUST LANDS TRUST COMMUNITY by K. Taucher, 39 John McDonald Mews, Mastertonby John Bunny, 97 Manuka for your vote to re-elect so that I can use my knowledge and experience gained as an existing trustee, to ensure that the assets owned by the people of Masterton, continue to be well managed. current role on the Lands Trust is chair of the Audit, Risk and Property committee.
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MTLT chairwoman Leanne Southey said that while the Trust had recorded strong results for the year, it would continue its conservative approach to borrowing, property development and grant distribution due to the ongoing structural remediation work and associated litigation.
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Masterton Trust Lands Trust is a unique community-owned property trust, established in 1871 to own and manage surplus land not sold to Masterton’s working class settlers. The original £165 parcel value of the trust lands has grown into a signi cant holding of commercial land and buildings in and around the centre of Masterton. Income from property rentals is returned to the community in the form of grants for educational, cultural and community activities. This concept has played a key role in the evolution of the town and continues to do so today.
Rental income increased marginally to $5 million as a result of a 100 per cent occupancy rate and strong rental growth.
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The litigation process to recover the costs of remediation is ongoing and is expected to take at least another year to resolve.
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Masterton Trust Lands Trust (MTLT) announced positive nancial results and an increase in grants for the 12 months ended 31 March 2019 at its annual general meeting in August. The Trust recorded an operating surplus of $5.3 million and a 10.9 per cent increase in equity to $46.3 million.
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Movements in MTLT’s property portfolio included the sales of Waiata House and Burger King. The sale of Waiata House to Masterton District Council was subject to major structural remediation of the building which took almost a year to complete. The property was handed over to the council in February this year. After adjustment for these sales, the overall value of MTLT’s property portfolio increased by 5.4 per cent over the previous year. The property sales supported repayment of $5 million of debt and an improvement in MTLT’s debt ratio from 40.2 per cent to 33.3 per cent. Total grants for the year increased by over 15 per cent to $783,445. The Trust distributed $283,375 in education grants, $479,070 in concessional rental grants to community groups such as Aratoi, Masterton Foodbank and Harlequin Theatre, and a civic grant of $16,000 to Masterton District Library.
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“We’ve been working with our tenants to progress the remediation work in a way that minimises the potential disruption to them and their businesses.”
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The outcome of the Representation Review was to retain the status quo on ward boundaries and the number of elected members for each of the three wards (Featherston, Greytown and TheMartinborough).Governance Review resulted in a new committee structure where meetings and agendas are more public and transparent. Council continues to work to strengthen ties with Māori. Various initiatives including hui were held by the Māori Standing Committee (MSC) to help develop the new logo and currently the MSC are working on development of a proposal to transform our Māori Councilpolicy. has also allocated operating funding to the MSC for the rst time in 2019/20 to enable them to work in a similar way to the Community Boards which represent each town. A modern bilingual council logo was o cially launched in April This2019.is being rolled out over all communication platforms, council collateral and signage. This replaces the outdated, monocultural logo that was introduced in SWDC1989.created a new full-time Communications Manager position in 2018, to strengthen and build on our communication with our communities in South Wairarapa. Council is in the process of revamping its website to make it easier for our residents and visitors to nd out more about Council and our district online, and on a mobile, as more people use this method of obtaining information rather than face-to-face contact with Council o Thecers.full pre-election report can be found at www.swdc.govt.nz
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A bi-election will be held in October 2019 for the vacancy for Greytown Community Board, and vacancy for Featherston Community Board.
38 Wairarapa Midweek Wednesday, September 18, 2019 ElectionsGovernmentLocal 2019SOUTHWAIRARAPA COUNCILDISTRICT Mayor 1 Vacancy Beijen, Alex Farr, (VOTEGraemeFORTHE TUNNEL) Harwood, (Independent)Dayle Napier, Viv Greytown Ward 3 Vacancies Bicknell, James Fox, Rebecca (Independent) Hay, Leigh Plimmer, Alistair Woodgyer, Warren (Independent) Featherston Ward 3 Vacancies Emms, Garrick Olds, Colin Vickery, Ross West, (Integrity-Inclusive-Progress)Brenda WardMartinborough 3 Vacancies Colenso, Pam Geisler, Daphne (Count Me In) Jackson, Jason Jephson, Brian (Jeppy) Maynard, Pip CommunityGreytown Board 4 Vacancies Gray, Graeme Rainford, Ann Symes, Shelley (Independent) CommunityFeatherston Board 4 Vacancies Bleakley, Claire Freya, Indigo (Independent) Shepherd, Mark CommunityMartinboroughBoard 4 Vacancies Ellims, Aidan Fenwick, Nathan Hobden, Penny (Independent) Honey, Michael Maynard, Mel McKeown, Peter Wall, Alex Candidates for South Wairarapa District Council
Source: South Wairarapa District Council Pre-Election Report South Wairarapa District Council Leigh Hay
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With this part of its business, the Trust’s e orts are focused on achieving an understanding of what the community’s current and future needs are and, having regard to the purposes of the Trust, determining its funding priorities. This means engaging with independent specialists in their elds and with the organisations who assist the community to try to ensure it is on the right track. That said, periodic review and assessment of the outcomes dividend is delivering to the community enables the Trust to con rm whether or not it has its priorities right and, if not, to realign them. The allocation of funding is obviously in uenced by the level of community dividend that is and will be available. At times it is a reality that the demands of managing our property portfolio mean the Trust has to invest temporarily in its revenue generating assets rather than in the community. Particularly when this occurs the criteria the Trust applies to applications for funding from the community dividend help it manage expectations. So the Trust keeps these under regular review as well.
As the number of nominations received did not exceed the number of vacancies the above are elected unopposed.
As a registered charity, because all the pro ts the Trust makes are put to charitable use, it bene ts from not having to pay income tax on our earnings.
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The purposes of the Trust are set out in Government legislation, the Greytown District Trust Lands Act 1979 (as amended) which, along with its predecessors dating back to 1871, has governed and in uenced everything the Trust does.
Source: South Wairarapa District Council Pre-Election Report 2019
Two objectives – one business related, the other philanthropic – best capture what drives everything the Trust does. They are: To maximise the community dividend ie. the pro ts it makes from managing the commercial leased property portfolio that comprises the Trust fund. To target the community dividend to where the Trust believes it will add most value for the community.
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This land transport Capital expenditure attracts New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) funding of $2.3million Note: This is not a full list of Council’s projects, activities and business as usual. Refer to the Long Term Plan 2018/28 and Annual Plan 2019/20 for more information. The full pre-election report can be found at www.swdc.govt.nz
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As exempli ed by the tag line “Growing the community since 1871”, the Trust’s reason to exist, and constant mission is to use the pro ts it generates from our commercial business activities to contribute in various ways to making the community as strong, cohesive, vibrant and progressive as it can possibly be.
To achieve its business objective, The Trust focuses on ensuring its commercial properties are modern, in good condition and t for purpose so that it can attract tenants paying market rents to long-term leases and retain them, thus providing long-term security over its revenue. When properties are no longer enabling the Trust to ful l these requirements it gives consideration to upgrading them or disposing of them and either acquiring or building better properties. As a result the Trust keeps the performance of its property portfolio under constant review and regularly revisits its property investment strategy to check it is getting the most out of the use of the Trust fund that it Inevitablycan.the Trust puts a lot of time and e ort into property and tenancy management. Property management activities include organising repairs and maintenance and project managing capital improvements and new building developments. Tenancy management activities include advertising vacancies, drafting and renewing lease documents, arranging rental assessments and property valuations, rent billing and recovery of outgoings from tenants, follow-up of rent arrears and dealing with tenant enquiries.
Council has several major projects planned over the next three years. These focus on upgrading existing facilities, improving levels of service or enhancing the quality of service o ered to residents and visitors. Water Supply and Wastewater Featherston wastewater to land projectPapawai$1,400,000upgrade of wastewater network to increase capacity for future growth of the townInstallation$1,732,000ofamanganese plant at Martinborough, enabling the improvement of water quality to meet required standards
Cyclical$2,000,000renewal of underground water assetsCyclical$1,050,000renewal of underground wastewater assets - $966,000 Amenities Parks and reserves, community buildings, cemeteries, housing for seniors, playgrounds and swimming pools - $2,174,000 Land Transport* Renewals and new urban footpaths in each of the three towns - $790,000 Reseals - $1,412,000 Safety works $1,437,000 Road metalling $1,036,000
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40 Wairarapa Midweek Wednesday, September 18, 2019 Authorised by Joy Cooper, 101 Cromarty Drive, Martinborough 5784 If elected I will: • contribute strongly to long term planning to assure a viable future for Wairarapa Hospital • press for increases in mental health services for children, youth and vulnerable adults, including outreach to rural areas • press for increased access to urgent primary care, and sustainable ambulance services across Wairarapa JOY COOPER FOR WAIRARAPA DHB • Proven record in effective health service management, in senior roles at Wairarapa DHB, ACC and Ministry of Health • Governance skills - Chairperson Wharekaka Rest Home Trust Board • Experience as the carer for a chronically ill family member • Sensitive to community needs EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND LOCAL DHB KNOWLEDGE ElectionsGovernmentLocal 2019WAIRARAPA BOARDHEALTHDISTRICT
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Wairarapa DHB employs around 700 sta in clinical and non-clinical roles across the health district. The DHB receives funding from Government to undertake its functions. Around 60 per cent of funding received by Wairarapa DHB is used to directly provide hospital and health services. The remaining 40 per cent is used to fund contracted services provided by non-government organisations (NGOs), primary health care organisations (PHOs), pharmacies and laboratories.
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CollaborationRegional Wairarapa District Health Board is one of 20 DHBs in New Zealand responsible for providing or funding the provision of health services in their district. We work closely with Capital & Coast District Health Board’s and also the Hutt Valley District Health Board to provide.
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withRelationshipM āori Wairarapa DHB works in partnership with the two local iwi – Rangitāne and Kahungunu through Te Iwi Kainga our Māori Relationship Board. The collective aim is to improve health outcomes for Māori, acknowledging that “if it works for Māori, it works for all” in line with our Vision, Mission and Values. Te Iwi Kainga provides advice to the Board to develop district-wide strategies and focused initiatives to address health disparities for Māori; and to ensure there are culturallyresponsive services delivering support and advocacy for Māori patients and their whanau. The relationship between Te Iwi Kainga and the Board is governed by a memorandum of understanding and a strong working relationship to better the health of our Māori population.
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Wednesday, September 18, 2019 Wairarapa Midweek 41 Authorised by Peter McCardle, 163 Main Street, Greytown Knowledge and experience as: • Cabinet Minister & MP • Hutt Health Board Member • Senior Advisor to Health Ministers • Deputy Mayor PETER WAIRARAPAMCCARDLEFORDHB As a Registered Nurse and Experienced Healthcare Leader I will work hard to ensure: • A strong focus on prevention and keeping our communities healthy and well • Improved access to health care services • Delivery of services as close to home as possible • Equity of outcomes for all • The healthcare workforce is supported Authorised by Helen Pocknall 518 Perrys Rd RD7 Masterton 5887 VOTE Helen Pocknall No.1 for Wairarapa DHB • GP In Masterton for 17 years • Governance experience & proven leadership • Strong health & nancial skills Dedicated to quality health care and hospital services in the Wairarapa Leading you to better health. Vote Tony Becker This advertisement is authorized by Dr Anthony Maxwell Becker, 53 College Street Masterton VOTE FOR DISTRICTWAIRARAPAHEALTHBOARD TONY BECKER ElectionsGovernmentLocal 2019WAIRARAPA BOARDHEALTHDISTRICTVOTE TO MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD Candidates for Wairarapa District Health Board Baskerville, Don Becker, Tony Butcher, Stephen Cooper, (Independent)Joy Gray, Norman McCardle, Peter Pocknall, Helen Soriano, Ryan Southey, Leanne Stringer, (Independent)Jill Wairarapa DHB Candidates 7 Vacancies addiction services, continuing care and primary birthing facilities, rural and community-based services, population health services, and associated clinical support and administrative support services. Governance & Corporate Support Functions, include legal services, nance and procurement, human resources, property and infrastructure, information services, and media services which span the Wairarapa DHB organisation.
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42 Wairarapa Midweek Wednesday, September 18, 2019 CRISIS We have a crisis now with space, staf ng levels and wait times. TIME It’s time to move, move now! To retain and recruit staff. LEADERSHIP Leadership must be absolutely aware of what is happening at ground level. LOCAL We need to keep local control of our services. Previous combinations have lead to loss e.g. radiology, gastroenterology and just recently psychiatry. THREATS If we don’t maintain services we risk losing them. FIGHT We must ght for our fair share of population based allocation of monies. COMMUNICATION Communication must be maximised to best coordinate hospital and community services. COORDINATION Coordination to optimise collaboration between private and public services. WELCOMING We must be welcoming for those that may feel uncomfortable accessing our health services e.g. Maori men, troubled teenage boys and Pasi ka. OUR HEALTH, OUR CHOICE! I am the lead doctor in our Emergency Department at Wairarapa Hospital. We are at a crisis point and there are further threats on the horizon! There is an urgent need to maintain services and absolute autonomy over our own hospital and related services to the people of the Wairarapa. Authorised by Norman Gray, 1 Milford Downs, Masterton I stand for: • Living well, ageing well • Services you understand and trust • More visiting outreach services • Better access and outcomes (and lots more good stuff!) JILL STRINGER for Wairarapa DHB • 40 years experience in Health • Track record of community service Authorised by Jill Stringer, 23 First Street, Masterton. Phone 027 273 1154 Visit policylocal.thespinoff.co.nz VOTE BUTCHERSTEPHENFOR FOR RESPONSIBLE AND PROGRESSIVE GOVERNANCE OF OUR DHB Authorised by S Butcher 23a Brooklands Rd, Gladstone ElectionsGovernmentLocal 2019WAIRARAPA BOARDHEALTHDISTRICT PrioritiesIntentions/Strategic This Annual Plan con rms our continued commitment to our Board’s vision of “Well Wairarapa –better health for all”. We rea rm our commitments to the Treaty of Waitangi, the New Zealand Health Strategy, the Healthy Ageing Strategy, the UN convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, and Ala Mo’ui: Pathways to Paci c Health and Wellbeing Wairarapa2014-2018.DHBhas worked with sta , health partners and intersectoral partners to consolidate our ve strategic priorities, which are listed below: The provision of Quality Care1in an environment of kindness and caring Accessible and equitable health outcomes Smart investment choices for Wairarapa We have the best people, places and tools to support what we do High performing teams driving organisational success In agreeing local priorities with the Ministry of Health for 2018/19 and beyond four focus areas were signalled. These areas align with the national direction and the strategic themes identi ed by our Board. Overview of strategic priorities for Wairarapa DHB
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A) Primary and Community Care: The DHB has high demand for primary care for its older people and an ageing primary care workforce. The DHB is working with its PHO to increase e ciency and capacity of local primary care services through: Implementation Health Care Homes Investigation of co-location of urgent care with the emergency department Refresh and revitalisation of the Alliance Rebuilding of the Featherston medical centre as a community health hub.
D) Financial Sustainability: The DHB will seek to improve its nancial position and develop a plan to reach ongoing nancial sustainability within 3-5 years. The Ministry is committed to helping the DHB as they look at the investments they would like to make for their population. The DHB will work 1 Quality Care is de ned as “Care that is Accessible, Appropriate and provided in Continuity. It is care that is E ective, E cient, Responsive and Safe”
B) Mental Health: The DHB has recently completed a review of local mental health services which has identi ed several areas for change: The DHB will consider potential changes to local contracts after the report of the Mental Health Inquiry has been made public The DHB will continue to access secondary and tertiary mental health services from Hutt Valley and Capital and Coast DHBs The DHB has had some success in its campaign to reduce suicides in its rural districts and will share its strategies with other DHBs.
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C) Sustainable service: The DHB will redevelop their clinical services plan and long-term investment plan to assure clinical safety and sustainability into the future. This will include: Continuing partnership with Selena Sutherland and neighbouring DHBs Investigation of new models of care including midwifery, and potential changes to 24/7 cover for all specialties, in discussion with the Ministry and neighbouring DHBs.
