JULY /2013 progress. School holiday events. Winter planting tips

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2 Y 2013 Local boards and public art p5 Draft Auckland Unitary Plan feedback considered p6-7 Auckland s progress in 2012/2013 p8 Putting children and young people first p10-11 What s on p12-19 Matariki Festival p14 California Design p15 Winter school holidays p16 UCI BMX World Championships p17 NZ International Film Festival p18 Manatunga p19 Gem of the month p20 Auckland Council elections p21 Winter planting tips p23 p15 & p18 The letter from the mayor will return after the October local government elections. Cover: Kites flying at Ōrākei Marae. Dog rego fees due by 1 August If you have a dog, you should have already received your dog registration renewal notice for 2013/2014. To avoid the late fee, please pay by 1 August. If you are a new dog owner or have not received your notice, please get in touch with the council via our website or call Sign up for our events e-newsletter OurAuckland magazine features lots of great events every month and there are hundreds more on our website, but did you know about the OurAuckland Events e-newsletter? Visit www. aucklandcouncil. govt.nz/events to sign up for weekly event information delivered straight to your inbox. Cult Couture entries open now Calling all fashion designers entries are now open for Cult Couture Whether you are established or emerging in the fashion world, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your talent for designing high-end garments. Taking place on 2 November, Cult Couture is the premier event of the Southside Arts Festival, with $12,500 in prizes. Entries close on 26 July. Visit our website for more information. Have your say on new public transport network Auckland Transport is implementing a new public transport network for Auckland that will change the way people travel. Before rolling out the new network, Auckland Transport is seeking public feedback. The first phase of consultation will be on the proposed changes to public transport in south Auckland (including Onehunga, Manukau, Māngere, Manurewa, Ōtāhuhu, Ōtara, Takanini, Papakura and Papatoetoe) and is open now until 4pm on Friday 2 August. Find out more: online at newnetwork at an open day (see website for details) from the Changing public transport in south Auckland brochure (available from libraries, service centres and local board offices in south Auckland or by calling ). Glamazon by Shona Tawhiao Cult Couture 2012 More info: 3

3 ALBERT- EDEN- ROSKILL WARD ALBERT-EDEN LOCAL BOARD PUKETAPAPA LOCAL BOARD Manurewa by Fred Graham has been renovated and relocated in Mission Bay. Toetoe Dreaming Heritage Markers by Denis O Connor are located at 38 historic sites along the new Papatoetoe Heritage Trail. Pt Chevalier Beach New directions Free walking and cycling maps of the Albert-Eden Local Board area are now available. The maps are a great way to discover little-known connections and walkways between and around local parks, villages, reserves and coastal areas. They also show where popular community facilities, and cultural and commercial attractions are located, and the best options for getting there. They cover an area that includes Waterview and Pt Chevalier in the west, across to Kingsland and Mt Eden in the north, Greenwoods Corner and Greenlane in the east, and Balmoral and Sandringham in the south. Funding in the Albert-Eden Local Board Agreement 2012/2013 enabled us to create these maps to encourage residents to get out and about on foot, bike or public transport, says local board member Graeme Easte, transport portfolio holder. The maps are available on our website and from the following locations: Albert-Eden Local Board Office, 135 Dominion Road, Mt Eden Eden/Albert Citizens Advice Bureau, 82 St Lukes Road, Mt Albert Auckland Council libraries in Mt Albert, Mt Eden and Pt Chevalier Community centres in Epsom, Pt Chevalier, Sandringham and Mt Albert. Monkey Hill Wall by Billy Apple will form part of an art walk near Kingsland. For the love of art Auckland s local boards work with the council s arts and culture team to enhance their areas with significant artworks and projects, contributing to the Auckland Plan s objective of integrating arts and culture into our everyday lives. Ōrākei Local Board recently unveiled three artworks, while last month Ōtara- Papatoetoe Local Board welcomed an interactive installation at Hunters Corner, as well as markers at 38 historic sites along the new Papatoetoe Heritage Trail. Henderson-Massey Local Board is funding a series of photographic artworks by emerging artists on billboards facing Henderson Train Station. In Kingsland, Albert-Eden Local Board is looking forward to the completion of an artwork that will form part of a local art walk. In Paremoremo s Sanders Reserve, a 15m tree, which was going to be removed, is being turned into a sculpture by Phil Bonham with funding from Upper Harbour Local Board. More info: 5

4 Auckland Unitary Plan step-by-step Auckland Plan signed off by the council s governing body (March 2012) Development of the draft Auckland Unitary Plan, with key stakeholders and community groups (until March 2013) Feedback being considered Auckland Council is assessing nearly 23,000 pieces of feedback on the draft Auckland Unitary Plan the new planning rulebook that will help shape Auckland over the next 30 years. In addition, we are reviewing 6540 comments gathered from social media and the Shape Auckland website. The feedback will help decide what changes may be incorporated into the next version of the plan, which will be notified for further public feedback later this year. The response has been great and we are delighted with the detailed and thoughtful feedback, says Regional and Local Planning Manager Penny Pirrit. More information is available at and will be included in future editions of OurAuckland. Youth video winners Lots of young people got involved with the draft Auckland Unitary Plan process. See page 10 to find out who won the plan s youth video competition. NOW Draft Auckland Unitary Plan out for 11-week public engagement (March 2013 to May 2013) Feedback assessed and elected members give interim direction Councillors agree final changes Proposed Auckland Unitary Plan approved for notification and public consultation Submissions analysed and opportunities for further feedback from submitters Hearings Auckland Unitary Plan becomes operative (in around three years, after proposed plan is notified) NOW More info: 7

5 Progress in 2012/2013 Creating the world s most liveable city Auckland Council and its council-controlled organisations work hard to make sure your rates return great value for money. Here s a glimpse of some of the projects and achievements from the past year. A more connected Auckland A new ferry service linking Beach Haven, Hobsonville Point and downtown Auckland Launch of a single AT HOP ticket on trains, ferries and, shortly, buses Keeping Aucklanders safe, healthy and active New regionally consistent bylaws for dog management, solid waste, food safety, and health and hygiene Free pool entry for those 16 years and under New artificial sports turfs at Ellerslie and Howick Transforming town centres Stage one of New Lynn s Merchant Quarter completed Upgrade of Pukekohe s town square Supporting your community New library in Wellsford others due to start construction in Ranui and Te Atatu Redevelopment of Takapuna s Hurstmere Green Free events including Music in Parks, Diwali Festival, Pride Parade, Pasifika and Auckland Lantern Festival Boosting Auckland s economy Hosting events such as the ITU World Triathlon Championships, V8 Supercars ITM 400 and Tradestaff ISF Men s World Softball Championships Promoting Auckland as a visitor destination, resulting in a record cruise ship season with 178,000 visitors plus crew pumping $114.9 million into the economy Work began to transform Shed 10 on Queens Wharf into a cruise ship terminal Rates for 2013/2014 Auckland ratepayers will receive their 2013/2014 rates notice in early August. To find out what your rates bill is likely to be, you can use the 2013/2014 rates guide on our website. The 2013/2014 rating year is the second year of the council s three-year move to a single rating system, for both residents and businesses. The single system means that, over time, all Auckland properties of similar value and Plan to maintain momentum As OurAuckland went to print, the council was finalising the Annual Plan 2013/2014. The plan represents the second year of our 10-year budget, the Long-term Plan , and outlines investments, activities and financial policy for the year ahead to help us use will be charged a similar amount of rates, which will be fairer for all ratepayers. Rates pay for services and facilities that help make Auckland a great place to live, including parks, libraries, public transport, roads, footpaths and recreation facilities. As OurAuckland went to print, 2013/2014 rates were being signed off by the council s governing body. For the final decision and other rates information, visit our website. To save time and reduce waste, you can get your rates notice by . To sign up, search e-rates on our website. maintain the momentum to create the world s most liveable city. It also includes local board agreements, which detail local service levels and priority projects. Visit our website or read next month s OurAuckland for more detail on what s included in the plan. More info: 9

6 Putting children and young people first The Future has won Four Orewa College students have won the council s Auckland Unitary Plan youth video competition, which asked young people to create a short video about how they see the future growth of Auckland. The filmmakers Stefan Crabbe, Aimee Mills, Jasmine Bishop and Yasmin Pena won against four other finalists after their video, The Future, received the most YouTube views by the close of the competition on 31 May. It s such a buzz knowing so many people have seen the video, says Stefan. Being asked to share our opinions on the future of Auckland was great. For us, building more apartments is the way to go and creating a video was a really cool way to express that. Visit to watch the videos and see the full results. (L-R) Jasmine, Yasmin, Aimee and Stefan. Youth Advisory Panel members Matariki Roche and Georgina Parata. Put me first We re putting together a new strategic action plan to help make Auckland an even better place for children and young people to live, and we need your help! If you believe you can contribute to putting children and young people first, and improving their prospects, visit before 12 July. Students to represent Auckland in Japan Six students from Greenmeadows Intermediate School in Manurewa will this month represent Auckland at the annual Asian-Pacific Children s Convention (APCC) in Fukuoka, Japan. The Greenmeadows students will be joined by two student mentors, who have previously attended APCC. Students from 33 countries will Jenna got the demo Auckland Council s Music in Parks Get the Demo competition winner, Jenna Bradley from Whangaparāoa, recently received her prize five hours of studio time to record a demo track at Otara Music Arts Centre (OMAC). It was an amazing experience, especially as I got to work with Dave Letoa and John Biddle, says Jenna. They have produced records for some of New Zealand s top musicians, so to have them spend time helping me was fantastic. Visit our website to hear her song Happy Where We Are. Former APCC participants Kezia Lynch and Oscar Jones (back row) will be attending this year s convention with (L-R) Fifita Langi, Brooke Cumming, John Chen, Deejay Keenan and Sanele Kaio. Absent: Ursula Te Wharau. take part in the convention, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. It aims to build an understanding of different cultures and traditions, while improving participants leadership skills. For more information, call the council s International Relations team on Jenna Bradley at OMAC. More info: 11

7 What s on in Auckland July 2013 Sign up to our weekly e-newsletter at until oct & AUG 04 Bastille Day Street Festival French wine, food, music & family entertainment Sat 10am-2pm Remuera Village Bombay Beat: Bollywood Heat A 360 theatrical experience to spice up your life Sat 7.30pm-10pm Vodafone Events Centre, Manukau Adults $25-$45, students $22-$42, kids (5-12) $20-$30 (+ fees) Photo: Richard Robinson Moana My Ocean Exhibition Come face to face with NZ s incredible underwater life Auckland Museum, The Domain, Parnell Cameron Carpenter in Concert The superstar organist performs on the Auckland Town Hall organ Sat 8pm Auckland Town Hall Adults $35, kids $10 (+ fees) Little Britain Auckland Symphony Orchestra celebrates popular & classical British music Sun 28 Jul, 2.30pm-4pm Auckland Town Hall, Queen St Sun 4 Aug, 2.30pm-4pm Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna to jul TO to Slava s Snowshow An international theatrical sensation storming into Auckland this winter ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre From $49 (+ fees) ASB Stage Challenge Students star in this drama & dance spectacular Tue & Wed 6.30pm, Thu & Fri 7pm ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre Adults $33, kids $27 (+ fees) jun TO Gloria A fusion of 1940s swing music, dance & physical theatre Centrestage Theatre, Orewa Adults $25, kids $15, concessions $20 (+ fees) Te Wiki o te Reo Māori Language Week Visit your local library for Māori Language Week events Auckland Council libraries across the region jul to jul Chicago Playhouse Theatre Inc presents a story of murder & adultery Playhouse Theatre, Glen Eden Adults $28, kids & concessions $25 (+ fees) Tartan Day Celebration Tattoo 2013 Celebrating Scottish culture Sun 1.30pm North Shore Events Centre, Glenfield jul TO jul World Press Photo Exhibition Level 6, Smith and Caughey s, Queen St, central Auckland Adults $10, students $5 (proceeds to charity) Photo: Paul Nicklen National Geographic Live Into the Icy Realms: On Assignment with Paul Nicklen Mon 6.30pm ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre Adults $39, kids $31, concessions $29 (+ fees) 1st Prize Sports: Wei Seng Chen, Malaysia TO White Rabbit Red Rabbit A mischievous theatrical social experiment Q, 305 Queen St $20-$39 (+ fees) Visit for these events and hundreds more. 13

8 22 June - 22 July 22 o Pipiri - 22 o Hōngongoi Auckland Council presents Matariki Festival a month of events and entertainment across the region celebrating Te Tau Hou Māori (Māori New Year). Wānanga ā-kai: Food Forum Tue 9 July, 7pm-9pm Māngere Arts Centre Ngā Tohu o Uenuku Bookings essential At this evening of fine food demonstrations by Anne Thorp, the Māori Queen of Cuisine, you can taste and learn to cook traditional Māori kai. 2degrees Kapa Haka Super 12s Sat 13 July, 9am-4pm The Cloud, Queens Wharf This family-friendly event takes kapa haka to a new level with fresh high-energy stage performances. The festivities also include Māori art, craft and clothing markets. New Zealand Post Manu Aute Kite Day Sat 20 July, 9.30am pōhiri (welcome), 10am-4pm Ōrākei Marae, Ōrākei Celebrate the Matariki tradition of kite flying at one of Auckland s most beautiful locations. You can fly your own or watch the massive Matariki kites, sample hāngi and enjoy family entertainment. Native Noise Fri 12 July, 7.30pm-11.45pm Auckland Town Hall R18 $30 (+ fees) Celebrate Matariki with an outstanding roots-reggae line-up, including Che Fu (pictured) and the Krates, Three Houses Down, and Te Māra o te Pō The Night Garden Sat 6 July, 7pm-11pm Corban Estate Arts Centre, Henderson Adults $25, concessions $15 This concert features BlackSandDiva, Mihirangi (pictured), Jay Okesene & The Dubtronics, and Huia Hamon, plus fire dancers, Matariki kai, a licensed bar and stunning visuals. Matariki Light Trail Te Ara Rama Matariki July, 6pm-9pm Maybury Park, Glen Innes View a light show telling the stories of Matariki along the banks of Ōmaru River. The final night closes with a spectacular fireworks display. Visit our website for information about these Matariki events and many more. 6 July - 29 September Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki Adults $15, earlybird (before 6 July) $12, concessions $10, under 12s Get a slice of California style this winter at Auckland Art Gallery, where you can see some of the mid-20th century s most iconic objects and designs. The world s first Barbie doll, and graphics by legendary designer Saul Bass are two highlights of this exhibition, which features 250 objects including furniture, textiles, fashion, graphics, ceramics, jewellery and film. To help you experience the California way of life, there s also a great programme of talks, film screenings and Open Late events. Clockwise from top left: Buff, Straub & Hensman ( ), Recreation pavilion, Mirman House, Arcadia, Photo by Julius Shulman, 1959; Mary Ann de Weese ( ), Woman s swimsuit, 1961; Charles Eames ( ) & Ray Eames ( ), Elephant, OURAUCKLAND july 2013 More info: 15

9 Winter SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Sound FX July MOTAT, Western Springs Kids & students (5-16) $8, under 5s & seniors, adults $16 Become an Astronaut at Stardome July, Mon-Fri 10am-1pm Stardome Observatory & Planetarium, One Tree Hill Kids $10, adults $8 Lynley Dodd, Y Hairy Maclary & Friends Live on Stage 16 & 17 July, various times ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre $30-$35 (+ fees) Fish & Ships Night at the Museum July, 6pm-8.30pm Auckland Museum $15-$20 Who Am I? July, Mon-Fri 11am-noon Auckland Museum Kids Art Classes July Uxbridge Creative Centre, Howick From $39 per class Auckland Zoo s Epic Adventure July Auckland Zoo Kids (4-14) $10, under 4s, adults $25, seniors & students $20 Jive in the Jungle July Auckland Council libraries across the region Pools & Leisure North Shore School Holiday Programme July ActivZone Indoor Sports Arena, Birkenhead Pool & Leisure Centre and East Coast Bays Leisure Centre Full day $27, half day $18, trip day $39 WIN * Aotea Square Ice Rink Until 11 Aug, school holidays & weekends 10am-10pm, weekdays noon-10pm Aotea Square, Queen St Kids $15, adults $20, family pass (2 adults & 2 kids) $55 *OurAuckland has five double passes to give away visit our website before noon on 12 July to enter. UCI BMX World Championships July Vector Arena Adults from $29, students & seniors from $19, kids (5-14 years) from $9 (+ fees) The UCI BMX World Championships are being held in New Zealand for the first time, with Auckland hosting more than 2000 of the world s best BMX riders from 30 countries. An exciting, non-stop spectacle, BMX races start in quick succession and involve up to eight riders racing around jumps, bumps and corners at incredible speeds. The BikeNZ elite team is led by Olympic silver medallist and 2009 World Champion Sarah Walker and fellow London Olympian Marc Willers. OURAUCKLAND july 2013 More info: 17

10 18 July - 4 August The Civic, Rialto Cinemas Newmarket, Event Cinemas Queen St, Lido Cinema, SkyCity Theatre, Academy Cinemas, The Bridgeway Cinema $11-$17.50 (+ fees) A cultural highlight of winter in Auckland since 1969, the New Zealand International Film Festival brings you the best and latest films from all over the world. OurAuckland has 12 double passes to give away (two double passes for each of the six films pictured below). Visit for entry details. Entries close at noon on Wednesday 10 July OurAuckland competition terms and conditions apply. Te Wiki o te Reo Māori Māori Language Week 1-7 July This year, the theme of Māori Language Week is Ngā ingoa Māori Māori names. There are many ways to get involved, including: learning about the history and pronunciation of Māori place names using te reo Māori (Māori language) in phone greetings and recorded messages using bilingual signs around the workplace. For more information, including where you can learn te reo Māori for and online pronunciation resources, visit our website. Ko nga - taonga waihohanga atu ki te arawhiti - THE TREASURES LEFT BEHIND IN THIS REALM- Until 20 October Central City Library, Lorne St Prince Avalanche USA 2013 Ernest & Celestine France/Luxembourg/Belgium 2012 Antarctica: A Year on Ice NZ 2013 (world premiere) Frances Ha USA 2012 North by Northwest USA 1959 The Bling Ring USA 2013 This exhibition of important taonga (treasures) celebrates Māori culture and heritage. Young people (aged between 5 and 15) who visit Manatunga, either in person or online, are invited to share their experience. Simply compose a line or two in te reo Māori and write it out on a sheet of A4 paper to resemble a 19th-century copy book (pictured). Entries will feature in public spaces in Auckland Council libraries and some will be included in an e-book that will become part of the libraries collection. Visit our website for details. Māori copy books. GMSMMS19. Sir George Grey Special Collections More info: 19

11 Auckland Domain With exotic plants, duck ponds, sports fields, bush walks and Auckland War Memorial Museum, Auckland Domain is perfect for a winter outing. The 75ha domain is one of the region s oldest parks and has been developed around the cone of an extinct volcano. Within the park, the Wintergardens features two glasshouses of vibrant tropical and temperate plants, a formal courtyard and pond, and a fernery within an old quarry. Auckland Museum, which is for Aucklanders, has three levels of galleries to explore, including the recently opened Moana My Ocean exhibition (see p12-13). For more information, visit our website. Auckland Domain Park Road, Grafton The Wintergardens 9am-4.30pm (Summer: Mon-Sat 9am-5.30pm, Sun 9am-7.30pm ) Auckland Museum 10am-5pm daily Gum Tree Hill is set aside for dog exercise Gem of the month 2013 Auckland Council Elections Local government elections are in October, so now is a great time to get familiar with how Auckland is governed and what positions candidates are able to stand for. How it works For all of Auckland For your ward For your local board area One vote for the mayor One or two votes * for councillors One to eight votes * for local board members Visit for information about the elections, including how to vote, candidate nominations, and to find out which ward and local board area you live in. The mayor and the 20 councillors form the governing body. The mayor leads the governing body and provides a strategic vision for Auckland, and, along with the councillors, focuses on region-wide plans and strategic decisions The 21 local boards represent communities, make decisions on local issues, activities and facilities, and provide input for region-wide plans *The number of votes varies based on the size of the ward, local board area or local board subdivision you are voting in. Auckland Domain Sculpture Walk get a map from our website or the museum information desk The Wintergardens is available for private events outside of public hours call for information Inside one of the glasshouses at the Wintergardens. Candidate nominations open 2013 local elections key dates Candidate nominations close at noon Candidates announced Last day to post your vote Election Day voting closes at noon Declaration of results 19 July 16 August 21 August 9 October 12 October October More info: 21

12 New Food Safety Bylaw On 1 July, the new region-wide Food Safety Bylaw comes into effect. The council bylaw sets consistent grading, food-handler training and overall hygiene standards for the whole region. This will mean, wherever you are in Auckland, food premises will be graded the same way and staff will have undergone the same level of training. Visit nz/food for more information. New alcohol licensing committees need you Last year, the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 was passed. As part of this, Auckland Council is responsible for establishing District Licensing Committees (DLCs) to approve all alcohol-licensing applications for the region. These DLCs will start making decisions from 18 December, and the council is seeking Aucklanders who have had alcohol licensing experience to serve as committee members. Members will be provided with training and will work together to make decisions on the granting of alcohol licences across the Auckland region. For more information, visit our website. Children helping out at a recent volunteer planting day at Chalmers Reserve in Avondale. Winter planting tips More than one-third of New Zealand s native plant species and more than half of its native bird species are found in Auckland and some are exclusive to our region. The importance of protecting and restoring our ecosystems and biodiversity is highlighted in the 30-year Auckland Plan. At home and in your community It s planting season, and if you re looking for inspiration for the garden, Auckland Council s native planting guides, available on our website, are a great place to start. While the guides are designed for community groups involved in planting projects, they offer plenty of advice for home gardeners. The council also offers a range of environmental funding schemes, such as the Environmental Initiatives Fund, which has supported Aucklanders to plant more than 17,000 native trees over the past year. In our parks It s planting season for our regional and local parks too visit our website to find out how you can lend a hand at a volunteer planting day near you. Auckland Council s nurseries grow seedlings from seeds collected in our regional parks. When they are big enough, they are replanted in the park where the seed was collected. More info: 23

13 Contact us Auckland Council (phone 24/7) Rubbish and recycling, rates information, local board enquiries, noise control, dog ownership, graffiti removal and much more. Albert-Eden Local Board Puketāpapa Local Board localboards Albert-Eden-Roskill Ward Councillors Dr Cathy Casey, Chair of Social and Community Development Forum Hon Chris Fletcher Visit us We have over 25 customer service centres throughout the Auckland region. Services vary between branches, so visit our website or call us to check. Write to us Auckland Council, Private Bag 92300, Auckland 1142 Council meetings Auckland Council s governing body and local boards hold monthly meetings that you can attend. Visit our website or call for details. Public notices For public notices, please check our website, The New Zealand Herald or your suburban newspaper. People s Panel Visit peoplespanel or us at peoplespanel@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz to get involved and have your say. Auckland Transport (phone 24/7) Roads, footpaths, public transport, parking and parking tickets, traffic signals and street lights. Watercare (phone 24/7) Water and wastewater services. If you have problems with your street drain, please phone the council. Auckland Libraries (phone 24/7) OurAuckland OurAuckland keeps you up to date with council services, projects and events, and helps to fulfill our legislative obligations to keep Aucklanders informed. We conduct regular research to ensure OurAuckland is an efficient way of doing this. Visit ourauckland for more news and events or to report any issues with delivery. Print editor: Rochelle Cunningham Events and online editor: Rob Dawson ourauckland@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz OurAuckland is printed on sustainably sourced paper. If your mobile phone has a QR code reader, scan the image it will open a web page on your phone s internet browser. Albert-Eden-Roskill Ward