Te Kauwhata Library - Waikato District Council

Dec-Jan 2012LINKWaikato District NewsTe Kauwhata Librarywins a wa rdWhen the new Te Kauwhata Library opened in May, local councillor Jan Sedgwicksaid the building not only created a grand statement at the entrance to the TeKauwhata village, but also contributed to improved community pride.“The new library is a great startto a rejuvenation of Te Kauwhatavillage and we are all very proudof it,” Cr Sedgwick said.Project managed by WaikatoDistrict Council design managerCampbell Moore and designedby Opus Architecture, CrSedgwick described the building’sarchitecture as “superb”.Her tribute has just beenendorsed, with a NewZealand Institute of Architects(NZIA) Waikato Bay of PlentyArchitecture Award for PublicArchitecture presented to OpusArchitecture for the Te KauwhataLibrary in the institute’s 2011regional awards.Waikato District Council generalmanager stakeholder relationsJo Ireland said the communityand indeed the district haveembraced the new facility.The new library offers a largequantity of new books as wellas study zones, separate teenand children’s areas, a multipurposemeeting room withkitchen facilities, and free wirelessinternet for library users.“We have had record numbersof new members and visitorsthrough the doors sincethe library opened. Theseencouraging statistics andfeedback from our customersindicate that the library nowinspires people to come in torelax and read, study or usethe internet rather than to justborrow and return books,” saidMs Ireland..“A sculptural and vivaciousexterior leads via asweeping entry into acentral vortex which thenspills out to the pleasantpools that are the bookspaces. The architect’sstated belief that ‘goodpublic architecture shouldbe robust and enduring,but should also delightand inspire people’ hasbeen ably realised in thisproject. The library is abuilding that should makeits town proud.The 2011 Waikato / Bay of PlentyArchitecture Awards judging panelof Adam Mercer, Sean Harris, JohnHenderson and Glenn McHardie.INSIDE: ECONOMIC SUMMIT 2 NEW ROLE FOR MARAE TUKERE 2 HOLIDAY HOURS 3

Mayor’smessageLast month this council joined industry leaders,innovators and a futurist at an economic summit.Our aim was to bring these pivotal people and thecouncil together to help us shape an economicstrategy for the Waikato district.We talked about how we generate economicgrowth, where we are going and what we can eachcontribute to the journey. We discussed the bigpicture, the small details and made some importantconnections.It didn’t surprise any of us the recurrent message ofthe day was that we must be more enabling. Weneed to address development with a pragmatic,individual approach. Our customers and theirneeds vary greatly and we are on a growththreshold that requires some forward thinking anda can-do attitude. And, while we need to abide bythe rules of local government, we can listen and wecan respond.The importance of collaboration was anotherhighlight. Our industries need to consider synergiesas they develop in terms of location, transport,technology, education, people and complimentaryindustries to ensure industry growth and supportour population. It all contributes to how weleverage from each other to develop and futureproofthis district. We are living in excitingtimes and what we do now has hugeimplications for shaping our future.This is the start of a conversationwe all need to contribute to.And it’s an ongoing story whichI look forward to progressing inmy term as mayor.Keep safe, stay well and havea wonderful Christmas and ahappy New Year.Marae Tukeretakes on new roleEarlier this year when Marae Tukere left the Waikato-Tainui TeKauhanganui Inc Tribal Development Unit that she helped to establishfive years ago, it was with mixed emotions.She was leaving behind a close-knit team of staff who wereresponsible for, among other things, the tribal register, maraedevelopment and training, and a comprehensive system ofmaatauranga, education and kaumaatua grants. But Mrs Tukere wasexcited to be heading to a senior position within Waikato DistrictCouncil as pouhono iwi ki te haapori (iwi & community partnershipmanager).“It’s a bit of a mouthful,” she laughs, “but what it really means is thata key part of my role is to bring a Maaori perspective to the workof council and to assist my colleagues in their interactions with thetribe.”“That includes everything fromeducating staff about correctpronunciation, to identifyingthe appropriate groups that thecouncil should be consultingwith, to giving advice onparticular issues of significance.”One of Mrs Tukere’s majorfocuses of her role is theimplementation of the JointManagement Agreement withWaikato -Tainui.“It’s a bit of a mouthful,but what (my job title)really means is that akey part of my roleis to bring a Maaoriperspective to thework of council and toassist my colleagues intheir interactions withthe tribe.2LINKAllan SansonMayormayor@waidc.govt.nz“It’s a priority – embeddingMarae Tukerethe relationship principles intothe way council operates andfinalising the seven schedules that specify the areas of co-managementand opportunity.”Mrs Tukere says any ‘free time’ is divided between her whaanau,her marae - Turangawaewae, politics, and sports. She is also activelyinvolved in a number of committees and boards in the district..

Opening Hoursduring Christmas/New YearWaikato District Council officesWaikato District Council offices will be closedfrom 1pm on Friday 23 December 2011 to8.30am on Wednesday 4 January 2012.LibrariesAll Waikato District Council libraries will beclosed from 1pm on Friday 23 December toTuesday 27 December except MeremereLibrary, which will be closed until Wednesday4 January.All libraries (except Meremere)Wed 28 – Thur 29 December10am – 3pmOPEN........................Fri 30 December – Tues 3 JanuaryCLOSED........................Wed 4 JanuaryNormal hours resumeEmergency calls (all hours)For all emergency calls regarding councilservices, please phone 0800 492 452.Christmas/New Year refuseand recyclingPort WaikatoSunday 25 December will be collected onTuesday 27 December.Sunday 1 January will be collected on Tuesday3 January.Rest of districtThere will be no collection on Boxing Day orMonday 2 January.All collections will be one day late.Monday 26 December will be collectedTuesday 27 December.Monday 2 January will be collected Tuesday3 January.Collections for Tuesday, Wednesday,Thursday and Friday following Christmas andNew Years will be one day late.Swimming poolsHuntly Ngaruawahia TuakauSat 24 December 9.00am – 5.00pm 12.00pm – 5.00pm 10.00am – 6.00pmChristmas Day (Sun) Closed Closed ClosedBoxing Day (Mon) Closed Closed ClosedTues 27 December Closed Closed ClosedWed 28 December 9.00am – 5.00pm 12.00pm – 5.00pm 10.00am – 6.00pmThur 29 December 9.00am – 5.00pm 12.00pm – 5.00pm 10.00am – 6.00pmFri 30 December 9.00am – 5.00pm 12.00pm – 5.00pm 10.00am – 6.00pmSat 31 December 9.00am – 5.00pm 12.00pm – 5.00pm 10.00am – 6.00pmSun 1 JanuaryNew Year’s DayClosed Closed ClosedMon 2 Jan Closed Closed ClosedTues 3 January Closed Closed 10.00am – 6.00pmWed 4 January –Sun 8 JanuaryMon 9 January9.00am – 5.00pm 12.00pm – 5.00 pm 10.00am – 6.00pm6.30am – 8.00pm(normal hours resume)Refuse transfer and recycling stations12.00pm – 5.00pm10.00am – 6.00pmHuntly Te Kauwhata Raglan PukekoheSat 24 December 10am - 3pm 10am - 3pm 8.30am - 12.30 8.30am - 3.30pmChristmas Day Closed Closed Closed ClosedBoxing Day Closed Closed 8.30am - 4.30pm ClosedTues 27 December 10am - 3pm Closed Closed 7.30am - 4.30pmWed 28 December 7.30am - 4.30pm Closed 8.30am - 4.30pm 7.30am - 4.30pmThurs 29 December 7.30am - 4.30pm 11.30am - 4pm Closed 7.30am - 4.30pmFri 30 December 7.30am - 4.30pm 11.30am - 4pm 8.30am - 4.30pm 7.30am - 4.30pmSat 31 December 10am - 3pm 10am - 3pm 8.30am - 12.30 8.30am - 3.30pmNew Years Day Closed Closed Closed ClosedMon 2 January Closed Closed 8.30am - 4.30pm ClosedTues 3 January 10am - 3pm Closed Closed 7.30am - 4.30pmWed 4 January 7.30am - 4.30pm Closed 8.30am - 4.30pm 7.30am - 4.30pmThurs 5 January 7.30am - 4.30pm 11.30am - 4pm Closed 7.30am - 4.30pmFri 6 January 7.30am - 4.30pm 11.30am - 4pm 8.30am - 4.30pm 7.30am - 4.30pmSat 7 January 10am - 4pm 10am - 4pm 12.30pm - 4.30pm 8.30am - 3.30pmSun 8 January 10am - 4pm 10am - 4pm Closed 8.30am - 3.30pmwww.waikatodistrict.govt.nz3

What’shappeningAnnual Raglan Lions New Year’s Eve ParadeNew Year celebrations start in Raglan with the colourful NewYear’s Eve parade. Cash prizes for best themed floats. Thisyear there are more floats, more prizes including spot prizes,and Bob promises there will be more fun. Assemble in WallisSt at 6.15pm for judging from 6.20-6.45pm and prize giving at6.55pm. Parade commences at 7pm.When:Saturday 31 December 2011, 7pmWhere: Bow Street, RaglanInfo:Bob McLeod07 825 8041Huntly RodeoDon’t miss the action! Admission: Adult $20, Children $10,under 5s free.When: Sunday 29 January 2012, 10am – 4pmWhere: Gallagher Rodeo Arena, State Highway 1,Tregoweth Lane, HuntlyInfo:Brenda07 829 4969pdq.products@xtra.co.nzThe 7th annual R & R Sports Black StumpAdventure RideExperience real mountain biking at its best! Choose a 12km,18km, 30km or a 40km ride. For recreational and competitivemountain bikers, and teams.When: Saturday 11 February 2012Info:www.blackstumpadventures.co.nzThe Asics Shoe Clinic KillerThis exciting off-road mountain walk/run event is back on onceagain over the Black Stump mountain bike course. Distanceoptions are 7.5km run or walk, 12km run or walk, 21km run and30km run.When: Sunday 12 February 2012Info:www.thekiller.co.nzGot an event coming up?Just BRIEFLYFranklin to Waikato transition – one year onOn 1 November 2011 Waikato District Council welcomed 14,500new ratepayers and took on 4,603 water connections, 749 kilometresof roads, and 60 food premises as the southern tip of Franklin officiallybecame a part of the Waikato district. The Franklin to Waikato (F2W)transition was the single largest project Waikato District Council had everundertaken. Waikato District Council chief executive Gavin Ion said itwas a proud moment when council opened the doors to their Tuakauoffice to welcome in new ratepayers and residents.Have your say on the district’s rates reviewRatepayers have just a few more days to provide feedback onWaikato District Council’s proposal to change the Waikato district’srates structure. All ratepayers would have received individual lettersthat show the effects of the review on their properties. Submissionforms were included with those letters. It is important people takethe opportunity to provide feedback so council can include that intheir decision-making. Submissions close at 4pm on 19 December2011, with hearings held at the beginning of February 2012. For moreinformation on the rates review, contact 0800 492 592 or visit www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz.Revision of Waikato district valuation rollsThe valuation rolls for the Waikato district have been revised byQuotable Value Limited. The revised rating values are effective asat 1 July 2011 and are available for public inspection, free of charge,at a council office until 1pm on 23 December 2011 or online atwww.waikatodistrict.govt.nz. All owners and ratepayers of property(as defined in the Local Government Rating Act 2002) within theWaikato district would have received notices advising of the revisedvalues. Any objections to the revised valuations are to be lodgedin writing no later than 23 December 2011. Objection forms areavailable on www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz, or from a council office, orby emailing publicenquiries@waidc.govt.nz.Refuse collectionResidents are being urged to put their rubbish bags out by 8am onthe day of collection. As the contractor is not always in the samearea at the same time each week and may come earlier than normal,putting your bags out before the 8am collection start time will ensureyour refuse gets taken away. Please ensure you keep handy theopening hours schedule in this issue of Link.Water MetersIf you have a water meter, remember to read it on a regular basis.By reading your water meter regularly you will be able to noticediscrepancies. Higher than usual water usage could indicate a waterleak that needs to be fixed.If If you’d like an an event to to be be listed in in the the next next issue issue of of Link Link or or on on Council’s our website, www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz, email narelle.watts@waidc.govt.nz.louise.belay@waidc.govt.nz.Ngaruawahia Office15 Galileo StreetNgaruawahiaPh: 07 824 8633Tuakau Office2 Dominion RoadTuakauPh: 0800 492 452Huntly Office142 Main StreetHuntlyPh: 07 828 7551Raglan Office7 Bow StreetRaglanPh: 07 825 8129Postal AddressWaikato District CouncilPrivate Bag 544Ngaruawahia 3742New ZealandPrinted on 100%recycled paper0800 492 452 www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz