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2 Table of Contents 1. Executive Summary Background National Benchmarks for Sport Facilities Current State of Kaikohe Sports and Facilities Key Principles for Determining Sport Facility Plan Priorities Gaps and Future State of Sport and Recreation Facilities Highest Priorities Other Priorities Kaikohe Snapshot Challenges for Kaikohe and Surrounding Areas A Youthful Population Financial Barriers to Participation Social Barriers to Sport and Recreation Participation Sport Leaders Developing and Maintaining the Sport Facility Network Lindvart Park Pavilion Kaikohe Community Pool Indoor Sports Centre Governance and Management Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Council-School Partnerships FNDC Long Term and Annual Plan Northland Sports Facility Plan SUPPORTING INFORMATION Document number A Page 2 of 47

3 17. Bay of Islands Netball Hockey Turf Playing Fields Rugby Fields Rugby League Touch APPENDICES Appendix 1: FNDC Opinion Survey Appendix 2: Inventory of Sports and Recreation Facilities in Kaikohe Appendix 3: Sports Participation Trends Appendix 4: Contract for Service FNDC and K&DS Inc Appendix 5: Study Brief Document number A Page 3 of 47

4 1. Executive Summary There is a good network of facilities in Kaikohe meeting the needs of most sports. There is a mix of sports facilities provided by the Far North District Council (FNDC) and local schools, with very few gaps in facility provision. There is an opportunity to make better use of existing Lindvart and Central Park facilities through multi-use of the rugby fields, the hockey turf and the tennis/netball courts. There is an opportunity to continue to upgrade facilities for tamariki at Memorial Park including the skateboard bowls. Upgrading the Lindvart Park Pavilion to meet the needs of park users is identified as a high priority. Better integration of the upgraded pavilion with park users would be beneficial for those sports. Covering two netball courts at Lindvart Park will provide multi-sport opportunities for basketball, football, netball and volleyball. The draft FNDC Long Term Plan proposes that a new Kaikohe Community Pool be provided at an estimated cost of $3 million in Year 5 of the plan. Maintaining the current community pool at Northland College is a priority in the short-medium term. The following commitments are essential to ensure coordinated planning to maximise use of existing sport facilities and plan for future sport and recreation facilities in Kaikohe: Multi-use of existing sports facilities rather than having single purpose facilities that are not fully utilised. This includes making better use of the rugby fields, the hockey turf and the netball/tennis courts at Lindvart and Central Parks. Redeveloping existing sports facilities where appropriate rather than developing new facilities unless demand is proven. This includes options for redevelopment of the Lindvart Park Pavilion and the netball/tennis courts. Expansion of the sport facility network where required by making better use of sport facilities provided by schools as a first and not a last choice. This includes provision of both indoor and outdoor facilities for sport. Clustering of facilities at Memorial Park, Kaikohe will provide opportunities that encourage Kaikohe's tamariki to participate in physical activity. The need for further investment in skateboard facilities is identified in this plan, along with the need to provide 3 on 3 basketball courts at Memorial Park. 4 Document number A Page 4 of 47

5 The following are identified priorities in the Kaikohe Sport Facility Plan. Sport/Facility Action Reason Lindvart Park Pavilion Kaikohe Community Swimming Pool Upgrade or replace the LP pavilion to meet the needs of park users Support new changing rooms at Northland College Pool. Install solar heating panels to warm the pool and extend the season in the short-term In the long-term support development of a new Kaikohe community pool Indoor Sports Centre Explore option of covering two netball/tennis courts to provide for multi-sport indoor space (estimated cost $1.6 million plus Flexi-pave surface) Active recreation facilities for tamariki Lindvart Park Amenities Hockey turf Rugby Fields Softball Diamond Support a cluster of facilities for tamariki at Memorial Park in close proximity to food outlets, toilets and shelter. This includes upgrading the skateboard bowl and providing 3 on 3 basketball courts. Provide Super Loos on the north side of the Park, provide pathways, beautification, spectator seating, a playground and signage (way-finding) Support shared access with hockey and touch (and possibly Kiwi-Softball in future) Provide shared access to the floodlit training field and playing fields for rugby and rugby league The softball diamond is not currently useable and needs to be bought up to a playable standard 5 The LP Pavilion does not meet needs of all LP users i.e. netball and hockey. Noted the need to provide space for youth activities and holiday programmes The FNDC Aquatic Strategy includes development of a community pool in 2020 supported by a targeted rate. The Northland College Swimming Pool meets the basic needs for a pool in the shortmedium term This is relatively low-cost option for meeting a range of sport needs including a full-size indoor court aligned with the National Standard for Indoor Courts Foster a youth friendly active zone Improve health and safety of park users Multi-sport access to a valuable sport facility Dual access to a valuable sport facility Softball was a popular summer activity for tamariki and others in Kaikohe Document number A Page 5 of 47

6 The draft FNDC Long Term Plan provides $819,024 for investment in sport and recreation infrastructure at Lindvart Park aligned with the Far North District Council's Community Goal of "sustainable, affordable, equitable infrastructure that contributes to the economic progress and social wellbeing of the District". The FNDC has a strong commitment to Lindvart Park and Central Ground Recreation Reserve. In the FNDC 2014/2015 Annual Plan, funds were provided to repair the Kaikohe Rugby Grandstand roof at Central Ground Reserve and to upgrade the netball/tennis courts at Lindvart Park including fencing and floodlights. The Kaikohe Sport Facilities Plan advocates for the design of all new facilities to be aligned with the principles of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) in order to reduce crime and build a safer Kaikohe community. Central Ground Recreation Reserve - home of Kaikohe Rugby 6 Document number A Page 6 of 47

7 2. Background The FNDC has identified the importance of sport and recreation and provides a range of parks, recreational facilities and other activities which contribute to the health of the Kaikohe community. Priorities in the FNDC draft Long Term Plan include further investment of $819,024 in Lindvart Park facilities and a proposal for development of a Kaikohe Community Swimming Pool. The FNDC is committed to supporting development of a recreation hub in Kaikohe. In June 2014 the FNDC formalised its relationship with Kaikohe & Districts Sportsville Incorporated (K&DS). K&DS is contracted to provide a range of services in consultation with FNDC. This includes a number of projects related to Lindvart Park, Kaikohe: Advice on the most effective use of the Western Community Sport Advisor and other regional sport organisation and regional sport trust resources to increase participation in sport and recreation in Kaikohe. Develop the Kaikohe Sport and Recreation Facilities Plan Advise on operational changes, renewals or capital expenditure for Council owned sport and recreation facilities within the Sportsville area and specifically Lindvart Park. Facilitate a change in the management of Lindvart Park. In partnership with FNDC develop the Lindvart Park Reserve Management Plan. In New Zealand, inequalities in health, and in the determinants of health are pronounced. Of particular concern are the large and persistent inequalities experienced by Maori 1. Continuing to provide sport and recreation facilities will help increase participation levels and contribute positively to the health of the Kaikohe community and in particular to the health of its tamariki. Providing sport facilities is an essential mechanism for getting more kids and adults participating in sport and recreation. It is a way of getting kids active, getting families involved, and getting communities engaged. Sport is integral to New Zealand's culture and way of life. Sport helps to define who we are in Kaikohe and how we are viewed by the rest of the Far North District. "The power of sport helps build social cohesion that binds individuals, families, communities, regions and the nation together" 2. 1 The Health Equity Assessment Tool: A User's Guide, p4 2 Sport NZ: Strategic Plan , p3 7 Document number A Page 7 of 47

8 Sport NZ recently identified the need for "spaces and places" so that there are better places for New Zealanders to play sport 3. The Kaikohe Sport Facility Plan is designed to provide better places for people to play sport in both formal and informal settings order to increase participation and the health of the residents, aligned with the Sport NZ group strategic plan. In Kaikohe there is an opportunity to create a community hub through a process of collaborative planning and support for development and maintenance of quality local sports facilities to meet the needs of the community aligned with the FNDC's Long Term and Annual Plans. 3. National Benchmarks for Sport Facilities The following benchmarks for sport facilities, and alignment with provision in Kaikohe, inform this sport facility plan. Sport Benchmark or Guide Kaikohe provision 2014/2014 Membership Bowls members per green Golf 5 1 golf course per 7,000 residents Hockey 6 Indoor Court Sports 7 Netball members per turf 1 full size court per 9,000 residents 30 teams per court is at full capacity 1 playable green 33 members in hole golf course 1 turf plus 3/4 school turf Not provided 271 members in full-sized courts Growth constrained by lack of space 8 courts plus 10 school courts (2 Astroturf) Playing Fields 9 16 hours/field/week 3 rugby fields 3 football fields 6 touch fields 1 3/4 league field 5 school fields Gap in Provision Spare capacity Spare capacity Spare capacity 1 x full-sized court 67 teams Spare capacity Approximately 6-12 hours per field per week Spare capacity 3 Sport NZ Group: Draft Strategic Plan, Bowls NZ Facilities Strategy, Golf NZ Community Golf Plan Towards Hockey NZ National Facilities Strategy, National Facilities Strategy for Indoor Sports, Netball NZ Facilities Strategy, FNDC Guidelines for Sport Field Use, Document number A Page 8 of 47

9 4. Current State of Kaikohe Sports and Facilities In summary, the following sport and recreation clubs and facilities are provided in Kaikohe, with gaps and opportunities for improvement identified (full details are in Appendix 2 of this report): Sports Club Current Provision Gap in Facility Provision Opportunity for Improvement Aerobics Located in LP Pavilion No identified gap in provision Athletics 3/4 size athletics track at Kaikohe Intermediate No identified gap in provision Aviation Kaikohe Airport No identified gap in provision Badminton Basketball Bike 3 courts at Kaikohe Memorial 3 courts at Kaikohe Int. School Northland College (almost full court) Kaikohe Intermediate (3/4 court) Pou Herenga Tai - Twin Coast Cycle Trail and a Bike Park at Kaikohe East School No BMX or Pump Park in Kaikohe No identified gap in provision Identified gap in provision - need 1 x full-sized court and outdoor half courts No identified gap in provision NOTED not all families have a bike. Some children do not have the opportunity to acquire basis riding skills Bowls Kaikohe Bowls Club Provision exceeds current demand Cricket Cricket fields at Northland College No identified gap in provision Line markings at Kaikohe Memorial Options indoor sports centre at LP Northland College HYPE Centre FNDC proposes completing the Cycle Trail within the LTP Cycling Twin Coast Cycle Trail No identified gap in provision The Cycle Trail is being developed further Equestrian Kaikohe Show grounds No identified gap in provision Football Sport is being reactivated No identified gap in provision Golf Kaikohe Golf and Squash Club No identified gap in provision Gymsports Based at Kaikohe Intermediate Identified gap in provision - want a training centre in Kaikohe - nearest at Opua Hockey Kaikohe Hockey Turf at LP 3/4 turf at Kaikohe Int. School Astroturf at Kaikohe West Provision exceeds current demand Explore surplus commercial space Share with touch, kiwi-softball 9 Document number A Page 9 of 47

10 Sports Club Current Provision Gap in Provision Opportunity for Improvement Ki o Raki Martial Arts Netball Rugby Rugby League Skateboarding Whanau based - established around 4 years ago at LP as part of Project Energise. Currently involves primary/ intermediate and secondary school annual events and holiday programmes. Year round sport but played predominantly in summer Located at Kaikohe War Memorial Hall 8 courts at LP shared with tennis (when this is provided) 4 courts at Northland College 2 courts at Kaikohe Int. School 2 covered astroturf courts at Kaikohe West plus 2 asphalt courts 3 fields at CP, Kaikohe 2 fields at Northland College 1 field at Kaikohe Intermediate 1 field at Kaikohe East School 1 field at Kaikohe West School Currently play at Lindvart Park or Northland College but space not adequate and no lights for training A Skate Board bowl is provided in the township No identified gap in provision No identified gap in provision Provision exceeds current demand - trend information on participation not provided Provision exceeds current demand Identified gap in provision - 2 full size plus minimum 2 junior fields - NOTED 1 senior team playing at Okaihau No gap in provision but need to enhance current provision Softball Softball diamond at LP Identified gap in provision - poor quality diamond currently not playable Speedway Kaikohe Car Club, State Highway 12, Kaikohe No identified gap in provision Squash Kaikohe Golf and Squash Club No identified gap in provision Extend Ki o Raki to a module- possible use of the hockey turf? Refurbish or new LP Pavilion Multi-use indoor sports centre Share fields with Rugby League Share rugby training and playing fields Upgrade existing bowls Upgrade diamond at LP 10 Document number A Page 10 of 47

11 Sports Club Current Provision Gap in Provision Opportunity for Improvement Swimming Northland College m x 6 lanes Kaikohe East - 15m x 2 lanes Kaikohe West - 25m x 6 lanes Kaikohe Int. - 25m x 6 lanes Identified gap in provision - FNDC Aquatic Strategy proposes a new Kaikohe Community Pool in 2020 Table Tennis Provision at LP Pavilion No identified gap in provision Maintain Northland College Pool in the short-medium term Tennis 8 courts at LP 2 courts at Kaikohe Int. School 2 astroturf courts at Kaikohe West - 1 covered Current provision exceeds demand Touch 5 touch fields at LP 6 touch fields at Northland College No identified gap in provision Volleyball Use Northland College Gymnasium Identified gap in provision - could share a court with netball, tennis, basketball Options Northland College, HYPE Centre or multisport facility at LP Skateboard Bowl at Memorial Park 11 Document number A Page 11 of 47

12 In summary the following sport facilities are provided in Kaikohe: Facility Type Athletics Track Number of facilities provided in Kaikohe 1 x 3/4 size school facility Badminton Courts Basketball/Volleyball 3 courts at War Memorial Hall 3 school badminton courts 2 x 3/4 size school courts Bowls 1 playable green Cricket 2 cricket fields at Northland College Football 3 football fields at Lindvart Park Golf 18 hole golf course Hockey 1 sand turf and 3/4 Astroturf school facility Netball/Tennis Rugby Rugby League 8 courts at Lindvart Park 10 school courts including 2 Astroturf, covered courts 3 rugby fields at Central Park 5 school rugby fields 3/4 size rugby league field at Lindvart Park Softball 1 diamond at Lindvart Park which is currently disabled Squash 2 squash courts Touch 5 touch fields at Lindvart Park Swimming 4 school swimming pools Detailed information on each of those sports and facilities is contained within the inventory that is attached to this plan as Appendix 2. There are five schools within Kaikohe, the majority of which make their facilities available for community sport and recreation. 12 Document number A Page 12 of 47

13 Summary participation data shows trends for those individual sports in Kaikohe that are able to provide reliable data (many sports have not maintained accurate data or there is insufficient data captured over time to indicate a trend) 10. This information may be reviewed when the Sport NZ Active Communities data becomes available in Key Principles for Determining Sport Facility Plan Priorities The following principles guide decision making on provision of sport and recreation facilities in Kaikohe and are reflected in this Kaikohe Sport Facility Plan: ADAPTABILITY/FUNCTIONALITY functional and adaptable spaces that are fit-for-purpose ASSET MANAGEMENT PLANNING to inform operational plans and ensure facilities are in good condition as part of a 'whole of life' planning function EQUITY AND ACCESS - position is most accessible to community for organised and informal sport and recreation activities MULTI-USE designed for multi-uses wherever possible to ensure wise investment of scarce resources OPTIMISE EXISTING ASSETS optimise/refurbish don t replace unless there is a compelling reason for doing so e.g. do not continue to invest in assets that are not fit-for-purpose PARTNERSHIPS working together to optimize the network including sport provision by local schools RETURN ON INVESTMENT return must deliver much or more than the project it displaces SUSTAINABILITY financially and maximise community benefit. These principles align with the principles reflected in the Northland Sport Facility Plan 11 and guide decision-making on the priorities for Kaikohe. The principle of Asset Management Planning applies uniformly to all proposals. The FNDC has a framework for ensuring effective asset management planning, and provides in its Long Term Plans for maintenance of sport facilities in which it has ownership or an interest. 10 Kaikohe Sport Participation Data, Appendix 2 11 Northland Sport Facility Plan, Document number A Page 13 of 47

14 6. Gaps and Future State of Sport and Recreation Facilities 6.1 Highest Priorities The highest priority facility developments are identified as follows : Sport/Facility Action Reason Lindvart Park Pavilion Kaikohe Community Pool Indoor Sports Centre Upgrade or replace the existing Pavilion to meet the needs of LP users Support new Kaikohe Community Pool in FNDC LTP Support Northland College to provide new changing rooms for the pool Explore installing solar heating panels to warm the pool and extend the season Two covered courts at LP would meet multi-sport needs for netball, tennis and indoor court sports. Northland College Gymnasium is being planned but is unlikely to provide a full court. The HYPE Centre may also provide a court. The LP pavilion does not meet the needs of LP users (netball requested additions to the pavilion to link with the court area. The large hall has poor ventilation and is not designed to have a connection or outlook to the park - feedback from aerobics, table tennis and holiday programme activities; hockey highlighted lack of indoor/ outdoor flow and need for connection with the pavilion) Aligns with principles of Adaptability/functionality, Equity and access, Multi-use, Return on Investment, and Sustainability The FNDC Long Term Plan proposed a new Kaikohe Community Swimming Pool The Northland College Swimming Pool will meet needs in the short-medium term Aligns with principles of Equity and Access, Optimising Existing Assets, Partnerships and Sustainability A 2 court centre at LP would meet multisport needs (estimated cost $1.6 million plus flexi-pave) Aligns with the principles of Adaptability/functionality, Equity and Access, Optimising Existing Assets, Partnerships, Return on Investment and Sustainability 14 Document number A Page 14 of 47

15 Te Pai Event Centre, Henderson 6.2 Other Priorities Following are other priorities for Kaikohe sport and recreation facilities (in alphabetical order): Sport/Facility Action Reason Active recreation facilities for tamariki Hockey turf Lindvart Park Amenities Rugby Fields Cluster facilities for tamariki at Memorial Park i.e. upgrade and extend the skateboard park, provide 3 on 3 basketball courts Support shared access with hockey and touch (and possibly Kiwi-Softball and Ki o Raki in future) Provide Super Loos on the north side of the Park, provide pathways, beautification and seating; upgrade the playground, upgrade signage (way-finding) Provide access to floodlit training field and playing fields for rugby and rugby league - A written agreement is needed to formalise the usage Central Park could be floodlit for night matches if there is an evidential basis for doing so. Develop a youth friendly environment Aligns with principles of Equity and Access, Multi-use, Optimising Existing Assets and Return on Investment Shared access to a valuable sport facility that has spare capacity Aligns with principles of Equity and Access, Multi-use, Partnerships, Return on Investment, Sustainability Improve health and safety of park users Aligns with principles of Equity and access, Optimising existing assets, Return on Investment Shared access to a valuable sport facility that has spare capacity Aligns with principles of Equity and Access, Multi-use, Partnerships, Return on Investment 15 Document number A Page 15 of 47

16 Sport/Facility Action Reason Softball Diamond Provide a softball diamond, fencing and covered dugout The field can continue to be multi-use space The softball diamond is not in a usable state and softball was a popular summer activity Aligns with the principles of Equity and Access, Optimising Existing Assets, Return on Investment and Sustainability The KS&D will play a key role in facilitating development of projects identified in this plan. They will also play a key role in ensuring there is multi-sport access to the sports facilities that are currently underutilised to ensure the investment in these facilities is maximised. This includes the hockey turf, the netball/tennis courts and the rugby fields. Memorial Park Skateboard - popular with tamariki 16 Document number A Page 16 of 47

17 7. Kaikohe Snapshot Kaikohe is a town in the Western Ward of the Far North District Council. It is the largest inland town and the highest community above sea level in the Northland region. Kaikohe was originally a Maori village called Opango, and is recognised as being the heartland of the culture of Ngapuhi, the largest iwi in New Zealand. There are a number of factors that impact on provision of sport and recreation facilities and access to those facilities by the resident population. This includes age, ethnicity, levels of unemployment and income and household composition which are summarised below. The population of Kaikohe and Far North District Council has declined by 4.8% (198 people) since the 2006 Census 12 : Population of Kaikohe and Far North District Census Sex Kaikohe Far North District Male 1,896 27,228 Female 2,019 28,506 Total people 3,915 55,734 Note that many people travel to Kaikohe from outlying districts to access sport and recreation facilities, so there is not total reliance on the population of Kaikohe to sustain sports facilities and activities. Kaikohe has a very youthful population. The median age (half are younger and half older than this age) is 28.5 years for people in Kaikohe. For the whole of the Far North District area the median age is 43.3 years. 12.6% of people in Kaikohe are aged 65 years and over. For the whole of the Far North District area 18% of the population are aged 65 years and over. 31.6% of people are aged under 15 years in Kaikohe. For the whole of the Far North District area 22.2% of the population are under 15 years in age 13. Kaikohe is culturally diverse, with Maori the most common ethnic group, compared with European for Far North District as a whole 14. Ethnic Group Kaikohe (per cent) Far North District (per cent) European Maori Pacific peoples Asian Census QuickStats about a place: Kaikohe, Census NZ, uplifted from the World Wide Web on Census QuickStats about Kaikohe, Census NZ, uplifted from the World Wide Web on Ibid, p4 17 Document number A Page 17 of 47

18 Middle Eastern, Latin American, African Other ethnicity Kaikohe has a high percentage of unemployed people aged 15 years and over (21.6%), compared with the rest of the Far North District as a whole (11.5%). Kaikohe correspondingly has a low median income for people aged 15 years and over ($18,000 per annum) compared with a median of $21,500 for all of Far North District. 55.4% of people aged 15 years and over in Kaikohe have an annual income of $20,000 or less, compared with 47.1% of people for Far North District as a whole. In Kaikohe, 10.4% of people aged 15 years and over have an annual income more than $50,000, compared with 16.2% of people in Far North District. Couples with children make up 31.6% of all families in Kaikohe (33% in Far North District), while couples without children make up 27.4% of all families (44% in Far North District). 41.1% of families in Kaikohe are one parent with children families (23% in Far North District). The average household size in Kaikohe is 3 people, compared with an average of 2.5 people per household for all of Far North District. 45.5% of households in Kaikohe have access to the Internet (63.8% in Far North District as a whole), and 77.4% of households in Kaikohe have access to a cellphone (76.9% in Far North District as a whole) 15. Tamariki enjoying the Skateboard Facilities on bikes Census QuickStats about Kaikohe, Census NZ, uplifted from the World Wide Web on , P Document number A Page 18 of 47

19 8. Challenges for Kaikohe and Surrounding Areas Kaikohe faces a number of challenges that impact on provision of sport and recreation facilities and on sport delivery: 8.1 A Youthful Population Kaikohe has a youthful population relative to other parts of the Far North District. The facilities provided need to appeal to and encourage the tamariki of Kaikohe to participate in healthy sport and recreation activities. The Sport NZ Young People's Survey 16 highlights the need to provide sporting choices for young people that are fun, accessible and safe. Opportunities for both structured and unstructured activities need to be provided. 8.2 Financial Barriers to Participation Kaikohe is a lower socio-economic area, with high unemployment and low incomes relative to other parts of the Far North District. There are financial barriers to accessing sport and recreation opportunities. Participation fees (including uniforms and equipment) need to be low to attract participants, while costs such as uniform, equipment, power cleaning and maintenance continue to grow. This puts pressure on sports club volunteers who need to fund raise as well as organise sports delivery, potentially leading to burn-out. Because of these financial barriers, sports are faced with choices about whether or not to affiliate to their regional bodies, and through those regional bodies to their national association. Affiliation through a regional body to a national body may also mean a requirement to travel for away games. The cost of travelling to away games - both in time and money - may also impact on decisions that families make about signing up to a sports team. Non-affiliation to regional and national bodies means that there are not always opportunities for talented Kaikohe tamariki to follow pathways from local to regional and national sports teams. 8.3 Social Barriers to Sport and Recreation Participation The health benefits of participating in sport and recreation are well proven 17. The World Health Organisation has identified physical activity as one of the biggest contributors to the global burden of disease. The twin epidemics of obesity and diabetes are now affecting both developed and developing countries worldwide. 16 Sport NZ 2011 Young People's Survey 17 NZ uplifted Document number A Page 19 of 47

20 Kaikohe has high unemployment and low incomes relative to other parts of the Far North District. Sport and recreation is not always a high priority. Some families make sport a priority regardless of their financial situation, while other families choose to spend their money on personal indulgences, leaving insufficient money for their tamariki to participate in sport and recreation. It is easy for young people to walk to sport and recreation venues in Kaikohe. Because there is no requirement for parents to drive their tamariki to participate in sport, there is reportedly not always a lot of parental support on the side-line. Parental support is pivotal in motivating Kaikohe tamariki to participate in sport and recreation. Parents who are not involved in supporting their tamariki are also not involved as volunteers as coaches, umpires and administrators, creating a shortage of people willing to support and sustain sport and recreation opportunities. 8.4 Sport Leaders Provision of sport in Kaikohe is dependent on having enthusiastic and willing volunteers to provide leadership. Some people in Kaikohe have leadership roles in more than one sport. There is a price to pay and potential for burn-out of volunteers. The fortunes of sport in Kaikohe ebb and flow according to the availability of willing volunteers. Athletics, cricket, football, softball and tennis are sports that are important to New Zealanders, but are not provided in Kaikohe on a consistent basis due to lack of leaders who are available and willing to commit the time and effort needed to provide good organisation. 8.5 Developing and Maintaining the Sport Facility Network The FNDC has been clear that it will not invest in significant capital projects apart from ones that have been through consultation in previous plans. The FNDC is constrained from investing in sport and recreation facilities by lack of population growth which impacts on rates and affordability. Maintaining quality sport and recreation facilities will become increasingly challenging as the network of sport facility assets age. Ageing facilities are less desirable and as a result may become under-utilised as membership falls. For this reason it is important that sports facilities are shared rather than duplicated. Developing significant new sport and recreation facilities, outside of those projects already scoped and agreed by the FNDC will not be possible within the term of the Long Term Plan. This means that the community will have the best chance of success if it works collaboratively under the umbrella of the K&DS to source funding for vital sport and recreation facilities through the FNDC and other funding sources in response to demonstrated demand. 20 Document number A Page 20 of 47

21 9. Lindvart Park Pavilion Lindvart Park Pavilion is owned by the FNDC and was built in the 1980s to provide changing rooms/toilets and social space for hockey, cricket, netball, tennis, bridge, softball and athletics. The pavilion comprises a large lounge area and a smaller area used by Netball which does not meet their needs. The Lindvart Park Pavilion is under-utilised (the Netball pavilion is well used in winter but does not meet the needs of netball). The larger area of the Pavilion is used by aerobics and intermittently for table tennis, holiday programmes and some events. Lack of ventilation of the large lounge area can make this an unpleasant experience for those participating. Subject to a (community) cost-benefit analysis, the Sport Facility Plan recommends that the Lindvart Park Pavilion be refurbished or replaced to meet the needs of park users. The Lindvart Park Pavilion should be built to face the netball/tennis courts and to overlook the hockey turf and softball diamond. The new Lindvart Park Pavilion could provide modern change-rooms and toilets, shared meeting space, control room space, cafeteria space, accessible storage and external storage space for equipment. Some spectator seating will be required, overlooking the netball/tennis courts, and shelter will be required for spectators. Lindvart Park Pavilion 10. Kaikohe Community Pool The current Kaikohe Community Pool is located on Ministry of Education land at Northland College. Operational management of the pool is contracted out by the FNDC to the H.U.B. Services Charitable Trust. There have been a number of maintenance issues with the pool (due to life cycle maintenance requirements) that has resulted in limited public access on a seasonal basis. 21 Document number A Page 21 of 47

22 The FNDC's intention is to continue to support the maintenance and operation of the community pool at Northland College in the short-medium term, until such time as a replacement can be planned and developed. The FNDC has resolved to support a fair and equitable policy for the provision of new indoor heated pools across the district. There is provision in the draft Long Term Plan for a community pool to be provided in Kaikohe in 2020 at an estimated cost of $3 million. Communities are expected to contribute a minimum of 66% of the capital costs through local fundraising, sponsorship, grants or contributions from philanthropic agencies. The K&DS could play a key role in facilitating successful development of a Kaikohe Community Pool. Kaikohe Community Pool 11. Indoor Sports Centre The National Facilities Strategy for Indoor Sports identifies a national benchmark of 1 full-sized indoor court per 9,000 residents 18 including local authority and school facilities. The report identifies the need for one multi-court indoor facility in the whole of the Northland area to reduce the dependence on the school network. While the National Facilities Strategy for Indoor Sports does not specifically identify a need for additional indoor court space in Kaikohe, there is currently no full sized basketball court in this community. Provision of a full sized indoor court would provide basketball, volleyball and other indoor court sports with a basic amenity as well as meet the needs of netball which is increasingly being played indoors. 18 National Facilities Strategy for Indoor Sports, Sport New Zealand, 30 May Document number A Page 22 of 47

23 Spectator seating is also desirable for competition and training purposes. While ideally two courts should be provided for competition purposes, the population of Kaikohe cannot support the cost of providing and maintaining a two-court facility, unless this space is shared with a number of other sports. This plan recommends exploring an option of developing an indoor sports centre at Lindvart Park. This could be achieved by covering two netball/tennis courts. This would potentially provide covered court space for netball, tennis, basketball, football and volleyball. The shape and form of the development will need to be determined, but potentially this could be a low-cost "soft top" option with walls and lighting to support its multi-use intent. While Northland College is planning to develop a new gymnasium this is not expected to be a fullsized court (plans are still being finalised). A 3/4 sized basketball court may also be provided at the HYPE Centre. Netball/Tennis Courts at Lindvart Park 12. Governance and Management The K&DS has been tasked by FNDC with facilitating a change in the management of Lindvart Park. This is necessary in order to achieve the principles of the Kaikohe Sport Facility Plan relating to equity and access, multi-use, partnerships and optimising existing assets at Lindvart Park. Then governance role of the K&DS would include the following in relation to the Lindvart Pavilion, hockey turf, netball/tennis courts and the rugby, football, touch football and rugby league fields: 1. Develop a Reserve Management Plan for Lindvart Park following a consultation process with all park users that incorporates CTPED principles. 2. Coordinate allocation of space in order to maximise utilisation in a multi-sport environment. 3. Liaise with FNDC with regard to development of new facilities and maintenance of existing facilities aligned with a philosophy of "whole of life planning". 4. Identify gaps in funding that could be met through grant funding or other means of raising funds and proactively seek funding for equipment and amenities to be owned by the K&DS. 5. Disseminate information that keeps all Lindvart Park users informed of activities and provide opportunities for sharing of data bases to optimise opportunities for participation in a range of sports. 23 Document number A Page 23 of 47

24 13. Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design CPTED is a crime prevention philosophy based on reducing criminal opportunity and fostering positive social interaction among legitimate users of space through applying design principles. The emphasis is on prevention rather than apprehension and punishment 19. The National Guidelines define seven qualifies that characterise well designed, safer places, that should be incorporated into decision-making and applied to all future developments at Central Park, Lindvart Park, Memorial Park and other spaces where people of Kaikohe recreate. 1. Access: Safe movement and connections Places need to have well-defined routes, spaces and entrances that provide for convenient and safe movement without compromising security. 2. Surveillance and sightlines: See and be seen Places where all publicly accessible spaces are overlooked, and clear sightlines and good lighting provide maximum visibility. 3. Layout: Clear and logical orientation Places laid out to discourage crime, enhance perception of safety and help orientation and way-finding. 4. Activity Mix: Eyes on the street Places where the level of human activity is appropriate to the location and creates a reduced risk of crime and a sense of safety at all times by promoting a compatible mix of uses and increased use of public spaces. 5. Sense of Ownership: Showing a space is cared for Places that promote a sense of ownership, respect, territorial responsibility and community. 6. Quality Environments: Well designed, managed and maintained environments Places that provide a quality environment and are designed with management and maintenance in mind to discourage crime and promote community safety in the present and the future. 7. Physical protection: Using active security measures Places that provide a quality environment and are designed with management and maintenance in mind to discourage crime and promote community safety in the present and the future. 19 National Guidelines for CPTED, Part 1: Seven Qualities of Safer Places, Ministry of Justice 24 Document number A Page 24 of 47

25 Delineating use of sports facilities at Lindvart Park for active, organised sport where there is a level of supervision, from the unstructured sport and recreation activities provided at Memorial Park, Kaikohe, which is close to food outlets and toilet facilities is an important part of applying CPTED principles. Playground at Memorial Park 14. Council-School Partnerships Formalised TA-school partnerships is an effective mechanism for meeting local sport and recreation facility needs in Kaikohe. Schools play a very important role in providing places and spaces for community sport including playing fields, hard courts and indoor sports centres. The FNDC supports the operation of the Northland College Swimming Pool through an annual grant and maintenance support. The FNDC is supporting Northland College with its plans to develop a new gymnasium, and to provide new changerooms and toilets for the swimming pool. The Kaikohe Sport Facility Plan supports a continuation of the partnership agreements entered into between the FNDC and Northland College with respect to the current Kaikohe Community Pool in the short-medium term. The proposed sports gym at Northland College will also contribute as an important part of the sports facility network. 25 Document number A Page 25 of 47

26 15. FNDC Long Term and Annual Plan The FNDC has developed community outcomes/goals for inclusion in the Long Term Plan that are relevant to this plan 20. Capable, credible, civic leadership that advocates for people and is trusted by the communities we serve Prudent financial management within long-term strategic planning Strong partnerships with Maori, communities, businesses, government, Northland councils, non-profit, voluntary groups and communities that improve quality of life and maximise community benefit Safe, healthy, resilient places and people Our environment is protected, enhanced and wisely managed Sustainable development of our local economy through partnerships, innovation, quality infrastructure and planning Sustainable, affordable, equitable infrastructure that contributes to the economic progress and social wellbeing of the District Acknowledging Te Tiriti o Waitangi and enabling Maori Development 16. Northland Sports Facility Plan The Northland Sports Facility Plan was completed in The purpose of the plan is to provide a high level strategic framework for regional sports facilities planning. While the main focus is on providing a network of international, national, regional and district level assets, local level data is also captured. The plan highlights the challenge in maintaining ageing assets in areas with decreasing and/or aging populations. This means that duplication and underutilisation of sports and recreation facilities will become increasingly unaffordable over time. As sports participation preferences change there will be a need for facilities to be more adaptable and resilient, with less reliance on single activities, particularly at local and district levels. The report recommends the following as the highest priority for Kaikohe: Complete cost benefit/feasibility analysis for new/redeveloped aquatic facility in Kaikohe. Undertake needs, cost benefit and feasibility assessments for a multi-sport development at Lindvart Park. 20 FNDC Long Term Plan Draft Community Outcomes/Council Goals 21 Northland Sports Facility Plan Summary, November Document number A Page 26 of 47

27 The report also makes a number of recommendations specific to the Far North that have relevance to Kaikohe: Investigate partnerships with schools in strategic locations to ensure existing (and new) school facilities are available for community use after school hours to avoid duplication. Consider covering outdoor courts rather than development of new indoor court facilities (for ball sports such as basketball). Maintain the Top Energy Hockey Turf. Investigate multi-use or co-location of hockey, netball and tennis courts to assist with operational factors. The plan identifies a number of key principles that guide the plan's development. These have been incorporated into the Kaikohe Sport Facility Plan. 27 Document number A Page 27 of 47

28 SUPPORTING INFORMATION 28 Document number A Page 28 of 47

29 17. Bay of Islands Netball The Bay of Islands Netball Centre use the western part of the Lindvart Park Pavilion. They have made submissions to the FNDC to develop a small pavilion that is more suitable for their use. Their needs are to provide a court-side control room to facilitate operations, space for officials and uniforms storage, space for a cafeteria, and external space to store equipment and seating. Provision has been made for the netball/tennis courts to be upgraded and refenced, and for the floodlighting of the courts to be enhanced. This is approved works in the FNDC's Long Term Plan and the need for this work is acknowledged and supported by the Kaikohe Sport Facility Plan. Following is the schedule of Netball use of the netball/tennis courts during the winter season from March to the beginning of September each year (4 courts are floodlit): Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Training 5-9pm approximately Training 5-9pm approximately Training 5pm-9pm approximately Training 5pm - 9pm approximately Training 5-9pm approximately Competition 8am-2pm Rep team tournament Junior and senior club tournaments Note that some schools hold practices from 2pm onwards. Tuesday - Thursday are the most popular nights for training, and clubs share a court as there are only 4 courts that have floodlighting. Following is the schedule of Netball use of the netball/tennis courts during the summer season from beginning of September: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Free Free pm Twilight competition pm Twilight competition Free Free Free The twilight competition is on a Wednesday or Thursday night in summer (not both). In Term 4 there is usually a seven a side social competition, and in Term 1 is the fast five version of the game to assist with pre-season fitness. This usually involves two grades of 8 teams for seniors and 3 grades of 6 teams for juniors. Netball has not been able to provide information on membership trends for the period The information that is available for 2013 and 2014 would indicate that there is capacity available that could be shared with other sports. This could include other sports using the hard surface for training, or in the future two courts being covered and shared with other sports. 29 Document number A Page 29 of 47

30 18. Hockey Turf Bay of Islands Hockey advise they have experienced reasonable growth since installation of the hockey turf, but have also faced a number of challenges. A senior competition was only established for the first time in The senior competition was not organised prior to 2014 because there were no floodlights, and most of the senior hockey training and playing occurs at night. The Bay of Islands Hockey Association intends introducing business house hockey during both summer and winter as well as eleven aside games. Increasing the number of senior players will introduce their families and volunteers into the game and facilitate growth of the sport. Cost is a barrier to people playing hockey in Kaikohe and will limit the growth potential. It is costly to play hockey on an artificial turf because the operational costs of maintaining a turf are so high. However playing on an artificial turf is essential to develop the skills necessary to compete in the Northland wide competition and beyond. As a result of these factors, the Kaikohe Hockey Turf at Lindvart Park is presently under-utilised. The hockey turf is used around 20 hours per week during winter months and around 8 hours per week during summer months. The National Hockey Strategy consider that a sustainable number of players per turf is in the range of 600 to 850 winter players per Full Time Equivalent (FTE) turf (a FTE turf provides at least 54 hours access per week) 22. Hockey Northland is currently working closely with Bay of Islands Hockey Association to grow the game across multiple grades. Hockey Northland has signalled the need for an operational plan to be created to ensure a focus of player/team growth and achieve efficient administration of the game. Hockey Northland believes there should be a signed lease agreement between the FNDC and Hockey. The principle of multi-use of the facilities at Lindvart Park should be a focus of any lease that is entered into in order to avoid the potential to have a single-purpose facility that is underutilised. The turf can be used by any sport providing soft shoes are worn. This includes cricket, soccer, touch rugby, t-ball, American football and lacrosse 23. Kaikohe Touch Football has a shortage of space and would like to use the Turf and take advantage of the floodlights. The Kaikohe Association Football Club could also use this space for training. 22 Auckland Region Hockey Facilities Report , June 2014, p13 23 Hockey NZ, National Facilities Strategy, Document number A Page 30 of 47

31 Following is the unconfirmed 2015 turf winter booking schedule: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Booked pm Free pm Booked pm Free pm Booked 4-7pm Booked pm Free 7-9pm Free pm Booked pm Free pm Competition 9am-3pm Free Free In 2014 the Bay of Islands Hockey Association had 7 grades consisting of 32 teams (271 players). They achieved growth of 27 senior players in 2014, but lost ground at primary level with only 10 players and in the junior grade lost 22 players. Following is the unconfirmed 2015 turf summer booking schedule: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Free Free pm Skills and Drills Free Skills and Drills Free 5-9pm Free 5-9pm Twilight hockey Skills and Drills Free Free Free 5-9pm Free Free 19. Playing Fields 19.1 Rugby Fields The rugby fields are used primarily by rugby. The lease entered into between FNDC and the Bay of Islands Rugby Football Union expressly forbids the FNDC from allowing rugby league (or any professional football) access to these fields. Currently the playing fields are used by rugby at the following times and for the following purposes from February to August each year for training purposes. Only the Under 16 and Senior team use the floodlights for training. The Under 16 North Zone representative team train one night every 233k during August (three hours using lights): Team Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thurs U7 Free Free 1.5 hours Free U7 Free Free 1.5 hours Free U9 Free Free 3 hours Free U10 Free 2 hours 2 hours U11 Free 2 hours 2 hours U13 Free 2 hours 2 hours Team Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thurs U16 Free 3 hours 3 hours Seniors Free 2 hours 2 hours 31 Document number A Page 31 of 47

32 The match schedule for rugby and league at Central Park is as follows: Senior Rugby Competition Home and away every 2nd weekend from March to August Junior Rugby Competition Home and away every 2nd weekend from March to August Representative Rugby Teams Rugby Tournaments Rugby League Tournaments Host two days of North Zone under 14 and 16 games annually? Host one day of Harding Shield matches annually? Secondary Schools Rippa Rugby Intermediate Under 15 College competition Sevens Year 7 and 8 Fire Brigade Cup Rippa Years 5-8 Sport Northland College Day Junior Rally Day Tournaments x 2 Rugby League College Competition Field capacity is very dependent on the soil and grass type and in the Far North the expectation is that the fields will be playable for 16 hours a week in winter. In summer access to the fields is unlimited, or if any restriction was to be placed then 3 times per week for touch football as a rule of thumb 24. This means there is spare capacity at the rugby fields for training and playing with or without the use of floodlights. The floodlights on the rugby field are used for training for around 6 hours per week, leaving spare capacity for other sports. A shared space with rugby and rugby league would generate better use of this space and provide better integration with other areas of Lindvart Park. 20. Rugby League Rugby League does not have a home or a clubroom for its teams in Kaikohe. They have expressed a need to have two full size fields plus a minimum of two junior fields, and would play like to play Under 16s Under 18s at Central Park under lights. The lease between FNDC and the BOI Rugby Union does not prevent Kaikohe Rugby Club from allowing rugby league to use the playing and training fields. Use of Central Park by Rugby League requires good will between the parties. Ideally the lease should be changed to enabled shared use of the playing fields that is not reliant on good will. The need for clubroom space for rugby league can be provided at the Lindvart Park Pavilion. 24 FNDC Sports Field Study, Document number A Page 32 of 47

33 Rugby League has two clubs that are Kaikohe based. Whanua is fielding teams in Under 6s, Under 8s, Under 10s, Under 12s, Under 14s and Under 16s. Otaua is fielding teams in Under 6s, Under 8s, Under 10s, Under 12s, Under 14s, Under 16s, Under 18s and Seniors (the seniors currently play at Okaihau). 21. Touch The space used by Touch at Lindvart Park is remote from the toilets, and the sport considers it is dangerous to send their participants across to the toilets unaccompanied. As a result of distance and safety, public areas are used for this purpose. Touch would prefer to stay on their current fields, rather than share space at Central Park or Northland College. 33 Document number A Page 33 of 47

34 APPENDICES 34 Document number A Page 34 of 47

35 Appendix 1: FNDC Opinion Survey FNDC undertook a resident opinion Survey in The following results for swimming pools are specific to Kaikohe: Kaikohe-Hokianga (Western Ward) Very satisfied 1% Satisfied 26% Not very satisfied 11% Don't know 13% Don't use 50% Key Demographic Differences: Male residents and residents aged between 40 and 59 years were more likely to be very satisfied with the public swimming pools (5% and 6% respectively cf. total, 4%) Residents aged between 18 and 39 years were more likely to be satisfied with the swimming pool facilities (44% cf. total, 29%). Female residents were more likely to be not very satisfied with the public swimming pools (16% cf. total, 13%). Residents aged 60 years or over were more likely not to use the swimming pool facilities (5.7% cf. total, 44%). It is noted that 24% of residents surveyed in the Western Ward were prepared to pay more rates to fund a heated, indoor pool in their ward. 69% were not prepared to pay more rates to fund a heated, indoor pool in their ward, 5% were not a ratepayer, and 2% don't know. The following results for parks and reserves are specific to Kaikohe: Kaikohe-Hokianga (Western Ward) Very satisfied 11% Satisfied 59% Not very satisfied 13% Don't know 6% Don't use 12% Key Demographic Differences: Male residents and residents aged between 18 and 39 years were more likely to have used or visited a park and reserve, excluding playgrounds, over the last 12 months (67% and 76% respectively cf. total, 62%). Male residents were more likely to be satisfied with parks and reserves (68% cf. total, 63%) while female residents were more likely to be not very satisfied (11% cf. total, 8%) 25 FNDC Resident Opinion Survey Report, August Document number A Page 35 of 47

36 Female residents were more likely to be not very satisfied with the public swimming pools (16% cf. total, 13%). Residents aged 60 years or over were more likely not to use parks and reserves (17% cf. total, 11%), or to be unsure how to rate this facility (5% don't know cf. total, 3%). The reasons for being Not Very satisfied with Parks and Reserves, excluding playgrounds, are lack of maintenance/upkeep, need improving/better facilities, need more parks and reserves, problems with park users/leave rubbish/tagging, access and parking. 36 Document number A Page 36 of 47

37 Appendix 2: Inventory of Sports and Recreation Facilities in Kaikohe Facility Ownership Current State Desired Future State/Action Kaikohe Airport FNDC - managed by Far North Holdings Ltd Used by local gliding club, model aircraft club and a skydiving operation Kaikohe Bowling Club Kaikohe Bowling Club Clubroom 1 playable natural green Kaikohe Golf and Squash Club Kaikohe Golf & Squash Club Clubroom 18 hole golf course 2 squash courts Kaikohe Memorial Hall FNDC 3 badminton courts - good condition Home for Yun Jung Do Martial Arts Kaikohe Rugby Football & Sports Club Clubroom KRFSC own clubrooms on area leased from FNDC Clubroom 6 changing sheds with toilets upgraded Nil - included on FNDC list of assets Opportunity for shared use of clubroom to be explored Central Park Grandstand and Playing Fields FNDC owns Central Park and Grandstand Fields leased by BOI Rugby Football Union for winter only Rugby Grandstand temporary roof repairs in 2014 and permanent repairs in playing fields Floodlighting on training field Nil - FNDC responsible for maintenance and renewal of the grandstand Floodlit training field shared with rugby, rugby league, touch football and football as required Kaikohe Showgrounds and Equestrian Centre Kaikohe A & P Society Kaikohe Show Day held annually in January BOI Hockey Turf FNDC 2008 Artificial Sand Turf developed 2010 Dug Out and Storage built 2014 Floodlights installed Nil - FNDC has provision in the LTP for whole of life maintenance and replacement 37 Document number A Page 37 of 47

38 Facility Ownership Current State Desired Future State/Action Lindvart Park Netball/Tennis courts FNDC 8 courts - to be refenced prior to 2015 winter season; lights to be upgraded Lindvart Park Softball Diamond FNDC The softball diamond is no longer playable Lindvart Park Pavilion FNDC Built in 1980s for hockey, cricket, netball and athletics with changing-rooms. Netball use the western part of the Pavilion. Lindvart Park - General FNDC Needs identified through surveys Insufficient parking, poor access Playground is unsafe and suitable Toilets at Recreation Rd side of park Shelter for supporters/spectators Vandalism Planting and paths to beautify park No disability toilet provided Covered courts with lighting shared by netball, tennis, basketball, volleyball Restore the softball diamond to its original condition; Fix the backstop netting and dugouts Refurbish or replace LP Pavilion to meet needs of netball, basketball, tennis, hockey, football, softball, rugby league, touch football with match control room, shared office and social space. Provide story boards of successful Kaikohe athletes. Invest things that get more people more active, safety and essential services: Playground upgrade Paths for walking and cycling One way vehicle access Drinking fountain, toilets Youth friendly spaces 38 Document number A Page 38 of 47

39 Facility Ownership Current State Desired Future State/Action Kaikohe East School MOE Outdoor 15m x 2 lane pool Opens in Term 1 each year Used by local swimming club Not available to the general public School hall currently no community use 1 rugby field but no posts Kaikohe West School MOE Outdoor 25m x 4 lane pool in good condition (recently repaired 2 Astroturf Netball courts (also tennis) 1 Astroturf Netball court soft top cover 2 asphalt netball courts 1 rugby field Kaikohe Intermediate School MOE 3/4 basketball court - 3 badminton courts and gymsports Outdoor 22m x 6 lane pool 3/4 hockey turf shared by netball/tennis 3/4 athletics track 1 Rugby Field Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Kaikohe MOE No pool provided - use Northland College pool Kaikohe Christian School MOE School hall Undersize outdoor basketball court Use Northland College Pool, Lindvart Park and Northland College grounds for PE - would like access to a gymnasium - plan to build a covered turf areas within next 10 years 39 Document number A Page 39 of 47

40 Facility Ownership Current State Desired Future State/Action Northland College Swimming Pool MOE Outdoor 33m x 6 lane pool Plans for new change-rooms by pool Condition assessment completed Solar panels available but not installed Northland College Gymnasium MOE 3/4 court facility provided- used by basketball and volleyball Plans for a new indoor court to be developed Northland College Playing fields MOE 3 full sized rugby/rugby league fields 4 touch football fields 2 cricket fields Northland College Netball Courts Pou Herenga Tai - Twin Coast Cycle Trail MOE 4 netball courts - old and need resurfacing Trail is completed between Kaikohe and Okaihau Kaikohe Recreation Centre Trust owned There is a proposal to develop a basketball court in the Top Energy Building by December The purpose will be to provide social services but will incorporate sporting activities. Explore ways of installing solar panels to facilitate early morning training and extend the season Encourage and support a 2 court facility at Northland College Explore options for making use of school playing fields Proposed to go from Horeke to Opua predominantly via a disused rail corridor, through the townships of Okaihau, Kaikohe, Morewa and Kawakawa (approximately 100 kms long incorporating the village railway from Kawakawa to Opua There is only need for 1 full-sized basketball court in Kaikohe, convertible for use by other indoor sports 40 Document number A Page 40 of 47

41 The Mill Fitness Centre Privately owned No further information provided Cross-Fit Fitness Centre Privately owned No further information provided TK Trust Fitness Centre Trust owned No further information Noted: The information has been drawn from a number of sources and may not be accurate. Every effort has gone into ensuring the information is as current and accurate as possible for the purpose of this report. 41 Document number A Page 41 of 47

42 Appendix 3: Sports Participation Trends Sport Kaikohe Adult Aerobics Kaikohe Association Football Club Estimated 15 people Estimated 15 people Estimated 15 people Estimated 15 people Estimated 15 people Estimated 15 people Not available Not available Not available Not available Not available Not available Kaikohe Badminton people people people people people people Kaikohe Basketball Kaikohe Bowling Club 26 Kaikohe Golf and Squash Club Kaikohe Gymsports 4-5 men's teams 3-4 women's teams Not available until No information provided 33 juniors 4-5 men's teams 3-4 women's teams 4-5 men's teams 3-4 women's teams 4-5 men's teams 3-4 women's teams 4-5 men's teams 3-4 women's teams 4-5 men's teams 3-4 women's teams No information provided No information provided No information provided No information provided No information provided Bay of Islands Hockey Association 271 juniors (32 teams) 266 juniors (32 teams) 260 juniors (24 teams) 275 juniors (26 teams) 267 juniors (26 teams) 195 juniors (20 teams) 37 adults 17 adults 12 adults Bay of Islands Netball Association 67 winter teams 16 Twilight teams 49 winter teams 9 Twilight teams No information provided No information provided No information provided No information provided 26 Kaikohe Bowling Club membership provided by Bowls NZ. Includes full paying, casual male and female members 42 Document number A Page 42 of 47

43 Sport Kaikohe Rugby Football Club Kaikohe Lions Rugby League Football Club 7 junior teams 1 senior team 1 netball team 1 senior 13 junior teams No information provided No information provided 5 junior teams 2 senior teams No information provided 5 junior teams 3 junior teams 110 junior 28 senior Kaikohe Softball Estimated 30 players Kaikohe Yun Jung Do Estimated 20 participants Estimated 20 participants Estimated 20 participants Estimated 20 participants Kaikohe Tennis 0 12 adults 10 adults 26 adults 14 children Kaikohe Table Tennis adults 2 adults 15 children Kaikohe Touch - Juniors/Open No information provided No information provided No information provided No information Provided 90 junior 25 senior Estimated 30 players Estimated 20 participants 60 junior 18 senior Estimated 30 players Estimated 20 participants 20 children 0 6 adults players 420 players Kaikohe Volleyball teams 6-10 teams 6-10 teams 6-10 teams 6-10 teams Note: The above information has been drawn from a variety of sources provided to me including the Kaikohe & District Sportsville newsletter, Volume 1, issue 1, dated 10th August The information is incomplete. Accuracy will be achieved when feedback is received from all of the individual sports and the schedule has been updated. Noted that school holiday programmes have been run at LP Pavilion each holiday period from Between children participate in tennis and table tennis activities during these programmes. 43 Document number A Page 43 of 47

44 Appendix 4: Contract for Service FNDC and K&DS Inc THE FAR NORTH DISTRICT COUNCIL and KAIKOHE & DISTRICT SPORTSVILLE INC CONTRACT FOR SERVICES Appendix 1 of Contract Kaikohe & Districts Sportsville Inc [Sportsville] is a single entity to which sports clubs and community organisations in the Kaikohe area can be affiliated to and one of its main purposes is to lead facility improvements for the town and increase participation in sport and recreation. The member clubs are Bay of Islands Rugby Football Union Inc, Kaikohe Rugby Football and Sports Club Inc, Kaikohe Yun Jung Do Development Trust, Bay of Islands Hockey Association and Bay of Islands Netball Association and individual members from Kaikohe Amateur Swimming Club, Touch Kaikohe and Kaikohe Lions Rugby League. Kaikohe & Districts Sportsville Inc are contracted to provide the following: 1. Provide advice to Council on the most effective use of the Western Community Sport Advisor and other RSO and RST resources to increase participation in sport and recreation in Kaikohe. 2. Develop the Kaikohe Sport and Recreation Facilities plan 3. Provide advice on any operational changes, renewals or capital expenditure for any Council owned sport and recreation facilities within the Sportsville area and specifically Lindvart Park 4. Facilitate a change in the management of Lindvart Park 44 Document number A Page 44 of 47