Technical Sessions 2
Tuesday 28 July (Stream Two)
Technical workshops will be held 1.15pm - 2.45pm on Tuesday.
Please select the workshop you wish to attend on the registration form or online registration.
RMA policy statements and plans - what have we learnt, where are we heading?
With 17 years of learning under our belts, what will the new ‘second generation' of policy statements, regional and district plans look like? Are these new plans a radical shift away from the planning approaches of the past? Or are we just getting better at writing rules? How are the 2009 RMA changes going to affect future plan development and plan change processes?
In this best practice session we will look at councils' experiences developing their ‘second generation' plans and the differences (and similarities) from plans of the past. Experts will also provide some commentary on the impacts of the 2009 RMA amendments on plan development and plan change processes.
Rugby World Cup 2011 - ensuring a legacy
The 2011 Rugby World Cup is expected to attract 70,000 international visitors and generate $2.1 billion of economic benefit. However, much of the current planning is designed to ensure there is a lasting legacy beyond the rugby.
The event is hoped to also increase our ability to run global events, improve our environmental reputation, develop the hospitality industry, create new infrastructure, promote regional economies and, of course, grow international tourism.
This session will give an insight into the Rugby World Cup's current developments locally and nationally and on how your area can maximise benefits both during and after the Rugby World Cup.
Alcohol in our communities: are we past the tipping point?
There has been a fundamental shift in public attitudes to alcohol over the last year: with public outcry over the proliferation of bottle stores and alcohol-related violence. The previous Government announced a major review of the Sale of Liquor Act, and introduced a Bill to provide councils with more powers to control the supply of alcohol in local communities. In anticipation of this, many councils have begun to review their alcohol policies. How can councils respond in this changing environment? Come along and hear from experienced players in the field, and have the opportunity to share in the discussion on the ways forward.
Using your Community Boards for added value
New Zealand has more than 140 community boards. They exist to strengthen local democracy and provide additional ways by which citizens are able to take part in and influence the political decision-making process. Yet the responsibilities undertaken by boards differs widely from council to council. This session will provide participants with information on what boards do, what they have achieved and how your boards can contribute to enhancing community well-being.
