Taranaki to find a meaningful and workable framework for iwi participation in freshwater management. The path ahead is both exciting and challenging. We’ll see changes in decision-making processes and the development of extra monitoring methods based on mātauranga Māori. Other possibilities will become apparent as discussions continue. We cannot and should not opt out of this new journey. The challenge is to find the smartest and most efficient way forward. And I have every confidence that you, the
System (CIMS) v3.
13. This memorandum and the associated recommendations are consistent with the policy documents and
positions adopted by Taranaki CDEM under various legislative frameworks including, but not restricted
to, the Local Government Act 2002, the Resource Management Act 1991, Local Government Official
Information and Meetings Act 1987 and the Civil Defence Emergency Management Act 2002.
Iwi considerations
14. This memorandum and the associated recommendations are
There’s been a raft of scientific studies – you can find the reports on our website – and we’ve also been running a series of hui with iwi and other water users. So watch this space, and never let anyone tell you that Taranaki’s doing nothing about its waterways! Analysis of stream responses to riparian management (NIWA) [PDF, 2.3 MB] Freshwater & Land Plan review The ecological health of waterways is assessed by studying the small critters and organisms in streams and rivers, and is the primary
JulySubmissions on the Proposed Coastal Plan for Taranaki are likely to be heard late in July, the Policy and Planning Committee was told. The hearing will almost complete the current review of the Plan, and up to 35 submitters are expected to present their cases verbally. The Hearing Committee will consist of two Councillors and an independent commissioner with tikanga Māori expertise. Iwi have been consulted over this appointment, which will be the Council’s first use of such an independent commissioner for
Ombudsman, Office of the Auditor-General and
other sources of good practice relating to local government.
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c) apologised to Mr Dinnie Moeahu, the Iwi representatives on Council standing committees, the
Taranaki community and councillors who were not able to express a view on the merits (or
otherwise) of making a submission on the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill (the Bill) for
disposal area is unsuitable for effluent disposal. This
option needs to be discussed with Council Staff before applying.
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6) Iwi Consultation
The Council encourages engagement with tangata whenua as part of the application process.
For more information regarding engaging with tangata whenua please visit our website here
https://www.trc.govt.nz/environment/resource-consents/understanding-consents/tangata-whenua
The Consents team can support
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The Council encourages engagement with tangata whenua as part of the application process.
For more information regarding engaging with tangata whenua please visit
S Williamson Chairperson
S W Hughes
B J Bigham zoom
D M Cram
C L Littlewood zoom (joined meeting at 10.36am)
N W Walker ex officio
D H McIntyre
A L Jamieson
C Filbee South Taranaki District Council - zoom
M Ritai Iwi Representative
E Bailey Iwi Representative - zoom
P Moeahu Iwi Representative
B Haque New Plymouth District Council
G Boyde Stratford District Council
Attending:
S J Ruru Chief Executive
enforcement programmes have been rated very favourably in peer reviews, and the Council is working with iwi to develop its mātauranga Māori processes and capacity in this and other areas. Wastewater treatment plant compliance monitoring reports Coastal charges not for TaranakiThe Council does not intend taking up an opportunity to introduce a new occupation charges covering coastal structures such as moorings, jetties, wharves, sheds or boat ramps. An amendment to the Resource Management Act allows
positions adopted by this Council under various legislative frameworks including, but not restricted to,
the Local Government Act 2002, the Resource Management Act 1991 and the Local Government Official
Information and Meetings Act 1987.
Climate change considerations
15. There are no climate change impacts to consider in relation to this item.
Iwi considerations
16. This memorandum and the associated recommendations are consistent with the Council’s policy for
the development