North Shore City

Community outcomes

Parks and open spaces

Our parks and open spaces are attractive and meet the needs of our community
We recognise the importance of having our parks and open spaces well maintained and protected. We want to have plenty of attractive parks and open space to enjoy in a variety of different ways. We will need good facilities that meet these different needs. We need more information about the history and heritage of our local areas so that we can better appreciate the places in which we live. We have wonderful parks and a beautiful coastline and we want everybody to have equal access to these areas.

Natural Environment

Our natural environment is protected, enhanced and promoted.
We value our natural environment and want to know about environmental issues and the ways in which we can help deal with these. We want our native bush, birds and fish to be protected. We are proud of our unique natural treasures and want to ensure that these are protected and can be enjoyed by the whole community. We want the impact that existing and future development has on our natural environment to be as low as possible. We want to know more about energy efficiency and how to minimise waste so that we can sustain the environment for future generations.

Transport

Our transport systems are safe, reliable, efficient and environmentally friendly.
We want to be able to move easily around our city in a variety of different ways. We want roads to be less congested and safer. We want footpaths and cycleways that are accessible and safe for all users. We want to have up-to-date information about our public transport system so that we know where and how to use it. We want to have good public transport links that are near to where we live so that we have other options for travelling to work and school. We want to have more energy-efficient ways of travelling so that our environment is cleaner. We have a beautiful coastline that should be used to its potential including water transport such as ferry services.

Built Environment

Our built environment is of a high quality.
We want the places where we live and work to be designed and developed in ways that can best meet the needs of our community now and in the future. We want our town centres and villages to have a range of activities for people and business that link well with services and amenities such as public transport, libraries and shops. We want our local areas to have attractive streets and buildings that add to a vibrant atmosphere with festivals, markets and community events. We want our houses and buildings to be well designed and more energy efficient to ensure that the impact on our natural environment is as low as possible. We want to ensure that our important heritage sites and buildings are protected and promoted.

Housing

Our housing meets the needs of the community.
We enjoy living in North Shore City and want to be able to continue to live here. We want our homes to be close to community facilities such as libraries, shops and parks so that we feel a part of our local community. We want houses that are built to last and that can meet a variety of needs including emergency housing and housing for the elderly. We want first home buyers to have the opportunity to live in the city and purchase well designed, affordable homes that are safe and in desirable areas. We want to know that our families will be able to live here in the future.

Personal Safety and Crime

Our people feel safe and secure in their everyday lives.
We want our city to be a place where we feel safe, both inside and outside our homes. We want to have neighbours that look out for each other and community programmes that address personal safety issues. We want to know how to prevent injury in and around our homes. We want to be able to travel around the city safely, whether by car, bike or foot. We want our town centres and villages to be built with safety in mind such as appropriate lighting and security. We appreciate the police and want to have positive relationships with them. We want safe entertainment opportunities for our youth so they don’t have to go outside our city to have fun.

Education and Training

Our education and training opportunities reflect our communities’ diverse needs.
We want to be employed in jobs that are relevant to our education and skills. We want to know what jobs are available in the city so that we know what the employment opportunities are. We want different types of education and training provision that can match specific needs such as education for Maori, new migrants and older adults. We want to have the opportunity to participate in education and training regardless of our age. We want to be able to use leading-edge technology in our schools and universities and have the option of learning from home.

Community Services and Facilities

Our city services and facilities meet the needs of the community.
As our city develops it is important that we have services and facilities that meet community needs, particularly in high areas of growth such as Albany. We want services and facilities that reflect our cultural diversity and that we can use for a variety of activities and events. We want to know more about our existing facilities and services including where they are and how we can access them. We would like a civic centre and the opportunity to showcase that we are New Zealand’s fourth largest city by promoting what we have through our world-class facilities.

Physical Activity, Sport and Personal Health

Our people have the opportunity to be active, fit and healthy.
We want a city of active, fit and healthy people. We want a better understanding of good nutrition and physical activity and how to avoid long-term health problems. We want sport and recreation facilities, events, improved cycleways and walkways, and plenty of open space and playgrounds to encourage us to keep active and fit. We want our schools and workplaces to be supportive of health initiatives such as healthy eating and exercise. We want our health providers to include services for issues such as obesity, mental health and addictions. We want our young people to have health services that are specific to their needs.

Business and Economy

Our economic environment is visionary, vibrant and sustainable.
We recognise the importance of having a strong local economy. We want our city to be recognised as a leader in economic development. We want to establish the city’s identity and to promote this locally, nationally and internationally. We want to be a city that attracts businesses through a supportive and vibrant business environment. We want transport services that help business to operate effectively. We want our businesses to be energy efficient and use practices to minimise waste. We want people to visit our city because of our business innovation, beautiful location, leisure and entertainment opportunities and significant venues.

City Identity and Branding

Our city identity and brand is recognised, promoted and celebrated locally and internationally.
We want a city identity established for our city that builds on our strengths. We want it to be promoted so that we can celebrate who we are as a city. We want people within the city and outside the city to know what is unique and significant about the North Shore. We know that we have significant facilities and events and want these to be recognised and utilised. We would like the city to have a heart- a central location that incorporates civic buildings and functions such as a town hall that can host events like citizenship ceremonies.

Employment

Our city attracts, retains and grows businesses that provide a range of quality employment opportunities.
We enjoy living in our city and want to be able to work in the city as well. We want to know what employment opportunities are available in the city so that we can get the right education and training to get a good job. We want our schools and universities to know and provide the kind of education and training we need to match the needs of our business community. We want to have a variety of businesses in the city, especially creative and innovative businesses so that our young people are attracted to work here.

Arts and Culture

Our city celebrates our diversity with arts, music and culture.
We want to celebrate the arts in our city and ensure that they are visible to people who live in and visit the city. We want to have public spaces and affordable facilities for arts and cultural events such as exhibitions, market days, music and food festivals. It is important that we know about the different cultures in our city and that we can share our culture and experience the culture of others. We want everyone to recognise that art and culture contribute to the well-being of the community including the local economy and personal health.

Our People

Our people have a voice, their diversity is celebrated, and our youth are cherished and supported.
We have many different cultures within our city and we want there to be many opportunities for these different voices to be heard. We want to know more about how our council makes decisions so that we can be involved in decisions that affect us. We want our different cultures to be celebrated and supported with provision of culture-specific information. We want the young people in our city to feel supported and to have more youth events and facilities so that they can have fun within our city.

Heritage

Our natural and built heritage is protected, promoted and celebrated
We recognise the importance of understanding and appreciating our history and heritage. We want everyone to know about the city’s heritage so that we can better appreciate our local areas and so that our history can be passed through the generations. We want celebrations that promote our city’s heritage. We want important historical buildings, sites and natural areas protected so that we can remember the heritage that makes our city significant.

Maori

We will work together to support and celebrate Te taha whanau (social wellbeing); Te taha wairua (spiritual well-being); Te taha hinengaro (mental wellbeing); and Te taha Tinana (physical well-being) within Te Raki Pae Whenua.
Maori want to celebrate with all peoples of Te Raki Pae Whenua the uniqueness of Maori as the indigenous culture. The aspiration of Maori is for all people of Te Raki Pae Whenua to protect, preserve and treasure te taiao (natural environment) for future generations. Maori want to have more cultural amenities that are appropriate to meet the needs of Maori and the wider community. Maori want to have educational facilities and services that are appropriate to meet the developing needs of Maori. Maori want a council that recognises, supports and delivers, long term, on their aspirations and needs. Create opportunities that support, encourage, celebrate taiohi (youth) to develop and succeed.

Source: North Shore City Council City Plan 2009-2024 Module 2 (pdf 3.0mb)

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Community outcomes documents and links

North Shore City Council Community Outcomes Website Pages

Community Outcomes - The State of the City Report 2008

North Shore City Council information

Phone: (09) 486 8600 | E-mail: actionline@northshorecity.govt.nz | Web site: www.northshorecity.govt.nz
Mayor: Andrew Williams

Further council information, including key community and financial statistics, is available from www.localcouncils.govt.nz

Key North Shore City Council planning documents

Long-term council community plan: North Shore City Council City Plan 2009 - 2024

Annual Plan 2008/2009

Annual Report 2008/2009

Current consultation

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