Agenda of Pukekiwiriki Paa Joint Management Committee

I hereby give notice that an ordinary meeting of the Pukekiwiriki Paa Joint Management Committee will be held on:

Date:

Time:

Meeting Room:

Venue:

Tuesday, 18 November 2014

3.30pm

Papakura Local Board Chambers
Level 1
Papakura Service Centre
35 Coles Crescent
Papakura

Pukekiwiriki Paa Joint Management Committee

OPEN AGENDA

MEMBERSHIP

Chairperson	Ted Ngataki	Ngati Tamaoho
Deputy Chairperson	Bill McEntee	Papakura Local Board
Members	Stuart Britnell	Papakura Local Board
	Brent Catchpole	Papakura Local Board
	Graham Purdy	Papakura Local Board
	Katrina Winn	Papakura Local Board
	Michael Turner	Papakura Local Board
	Karen Wilson	Te Akitai Waiohua
	Willy Brown	Ngati Te Ata Waiohua
	Lucy Tukua	Ngati Paoa Trust
	Nathan Kennedy	Ngati Whanaunga
	Dave Beamish	Ngai Tai ki Tamaki Trust
Alternate Members	Dennis Kirkwood	Ngati Tamaoho
	David Wilson	Te Akitai Waiohua
	Karl Flavell	Ngati Te Ata Waiohua
	Jeff Lee	Ngai Tai ki Tamaki Trust
	To be appointed	Ngati Paoa Trust
	To be appointed	Ngati Whanaunga

(Quorum 3 members Papakura Local Board Members and 3 Iwi Representatives)

Trish Wayper

Local Board Democracy Advisor

11 November 2014

Contact Telephone: (09) 295 1331

Email: Patricia.Wayper@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

1 Welcome

Member will lead the meeting in a Karakia.

2 Apologies

At the close of the agenda no apologies had been received.

3 Declaration of Interest

Members are reminded of the need to be vigilant to stand aside from decision making when a conflict arises between their role as a member and any private or other external interest they might have.

4 Confirmation of Minutes

That the Pukekiwiriki Paa Joint Management Committee:

a) confirm the ordinary minutes of its meeting, held on Wednesday, 30 April 2014, as a true and correct record.

5 Leave of Absence

At the close of the agenda no requests for leave of absence had been received.

6 Acknowledgements

At the close of the agenda no requests for acknowledgements had been received.

7 Petitions

At the close of the agenda no requests to present petitions had been received.

8 Deputations

Standing Order 3.20 provides for deputations. Those applying for deputations are required to give seven working days’ notice of subject matter and applications are approved by the Chairperson of the Board. This means that details relating to deputations can be included in the published agenda. Total speaking time per deputation is ten minutes or as resolved by the meeting.

At the close of the agenda no requests to speak had been received.

At the close of the agenda no requests for deputations had been received.

9 Public Forum

A period of time (approximately 30 minutes) is set aside for members of the public to address the meeting on matters within its delegated authority. A maximum of 3 minutes per item is allowed, following which there may be questions from members.

At the close of the agenda no requests for public forum had been received.

10 Extraordinary Business

Section 46A(7) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 (as amended) states:

“An item that is not on the agenda for a meeting may be dealt with at that meeting if-

(a) The local authority by resolution so decides; and

(b) The presiding member explains at the meeting, at a time when it is open to the public,-

(i) The reason why the item is not on the agenda; and

(ii) The reason why the discussion of the item cannot be delayed until a subsequent meeting.”

Section 46A(7A) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 (as amended) states:

“Where an item is not on the agenda for a meeting,-

(a) That item may be discussed at that meeting if-

(i) That item is a minor matter relating to the general business of the local authority; and

(ii) the presiding member explains at the beginning of the meeting, at a time when it is open to the public, that the item will be discussed at the meeting; but

(b) no resolution, decision or recommendation may be made in respect of that item except to refer that item to a subsequent meeting of the local authority for further discussion.”

11 Notices of Motion

At the close of the agenda no requests for notices of motion had been received.

Pukekiwiriki Paa Joint Management Committee

18 November 2014

Pukekiwiriki Paa Development Programme

File No.: CP2014/26307

Purpose

1. This report seeks the endorsement from the Pukekiwiriki Paa Joint Management Committee [PPJMC] of a development programme for the Pukekiwiriki Paa site.

Executive summary

2. At the request of the PPJMC the Local and Sports Parks South Team [LSPST] compiled a development programme for the restoration and preservation of the Pukekiwiriki Paa and presented this to the committee at its 30 April 2014 meeting.

3. The development programme focusses on four main areas:

· Ecological restoration,

· Preservation of the site, in particular the archaeological features,

· Interpretive, naming and bylaw signage,

· Improved pedestrian access from the Red Hill Road entrance to the upper paa site.

4. The programme has been developed in keeping with the goals and aspirations of the Pukekiwiriki Paa Reserve Management Plan 2013 and its supporting documents. Development proposals have also been work-shopped with the PPJMC at different stages to seek direction.

5. Once a final development plan has been approved by the PPJMC an archaeology authority will be lodged with Heritage New Zealand for final approval.

6. On receipt of approvals it is proposed that the first stage of physical works will be completed this financial year.

Recommendation/s

That the Pukekiwiriki Paa Joint Management Committee:

a) Approves the Pukekiwiriki Paa Ecological Restoration Plan as outlined in this report.

b) Approves the layout and design of the boardwalk connecting the Red Hill Road entrance to the rock steps as set out in Attachment 3A.

c) Approves the positioning of the suite of signs as set out in Attachment 3B.

d) Assigns Member from iwi to undertake on-site monitoring of physical works in conjunction with Council representatives.

e) Assigns Member from iwi to work with Council representatives to develop and present an induction for contractors.

f) Approves the mown track layout as detailed in Attachment 3B.

Comments

7. There is currently $122,000 in the 2014/15 Papakura Capital Works Budget and $105,000 in the Papakura Operational Budget for the development, restoration and preservation of the Pukekiwiriki Paa. There is a further $105,000 in the Papakura Operational Budget in 2015/16. It should be noted that any unspent balance of funds in 2014/15 will not be carried over to the next financial year. A number of options were drawn from the Pukekiwiriki Paa Reserve Management Plan and its supporting documents to utilise these funds. These have been work- shopped with the PPJMC and a draft development programme to utilise these funds has been pulled together based on the direction given at these meetings.

Ecological Restoration

8. In August 2013 Treeline Parks Services were commissioned to undertake an assessment of the paa site and develop an ecological restoration plan. This included restoration work within the archaeological features such as the trench and pits. The site was broken up into a number of ‘management areas' and a detailed work programme pulled together for each area.

9. Treeline Parks Services recommended a trial on the upper paa site where grass mowing was stopped to allow the native Patiti grass to spread. Mowing ceased and the Patiti has spread further. However, some control of other grass species such as kikuyu will now be required to allow it to spread further. Collection and propagation of Patiti seed will also speed up its cover on the top site. This will begin in December of this year when the seed is ready for harvesting. The mowing of walking tracks is now proposed to assist in guiding people around the site to protect the archaeological features. A suggested route for these tracks is marked in Attachment 3B.

The proposal for ecological works in year one totals $143,550. This proposal includes:

Timing	Task/Area	Cost $
Immediately	Survey animal pests and birdlife	2,500
Immediately	Install animal pest control network	1,000
March 2015	Initial weed control MU2b [including macrocarpa]	24,050
March 2015	Initial weed control MU2c	500
March 2015	Initial weed control MU2d-f [ropes]	10,000
March 2015	Initial weed control MU3	8,500
March 2015	Initial weed control MU4	300
March 2015	Initial weed control MU5	7,000
March 2015	Remove trees in area 2a-c	5,100
March 2015	Remove Acmena's and Cuppressus [in consultation with neighbour]	5,700
December 2014	Collect Patiti seed	800
March 2015	Clear vegetation MU1 and 2a	800
June 2015	Follow up weed control 2b-5	16,000
March 2015	Survey animal pests and birdlife	2,500
June 2015	Follow up weed control MU1 and 2a	1,300
June 2015	Follow up weed control MU1 - 5	13,000
July 2015	Final planting preparation	2,500
July 2015	Plant/sow MU1 and 2a-e [plants and labour]	35,000
Ongoing	Maintain animal pest control network	6,000
Pre March 2015	Workshop for all contractors selected to work on site	1,000
	Total	143,550

10. Some of the costs in the above table are still estimates only. Two contract companies with a proven track record of ecological restoration work on sites of significance have been asked to price this programme.

11. The work programme includes the removal of one of the macrocarpa trees. This is based on an arborist’s assessment of the tree and recommendation to remove it before it fails and takes out a section of the bank. It is difficult to estimate the timing of an event like this but the recommendation is that it should be removed as soon as budget allows. Two companies were approached to price this removal. The company with the lower of the two prices proposes to use a large crane to dismantle the tree.

12. The works listed in the table above include the restoration and preservation of features such as the pits and trench. This work will be supervised by an archaeologist.

13. Once the development works are completed the maintenance of these areas and any required infill planting will be covered by ongoing operational budgets.

Interpretive, Naming and Bylaw Signage

14. A suite of signs can be developed that provide:

· Regulatory management information

· Safety information

· Naming

· Cultural, historical, archaeological and ecological interpretation.

15. In order to keep the number of signs to a minimum the regulatory and safety information could be provided jointly with an overview of wahi tapu and the significance of the site. As well as covering management issues such as; no dumping, no vehicles, dangerous cliffs, no fires, no camping, stay to paths [many of which can be displayed through international logos] the signs can also cover issues relating more directly to the wahi tapu nature of the site such as restricted access hours and restrictions on taking food to the site. By presenting the information in this joint form it may give weight to these restrictions and better explain why they are in place. The location of these signs is marked in Attachment 3B.

16. Interpretation panels are to be distributed throughout the site. The proposed locations of these are also marked in Attachment 3B. The interpretation panels would provide information relating to the cultural history, geology and archaeology of the site. Attachment 3C is a first draft of the text for the panels. Much of this text was taken from the Pukekiwiriki Paa Reserve Management Plan. Staff will continue to work with members of the PPJMC on this text and will bring back a final draft for the next meeting.

17. An upgrade at the entrance to the naming sign is proposed within this development programme. This could follow standard Auckland Council sign templates but because of the significance of the site it is recommended that something more unique and ‘appropriate’ is commissioned. A large rock feature was proposed for the entrance. This could be incorporated into the design and layout of this signage. Staff will continue to work with members of the PPJMC to develop these signs and bring them back to the next meeting.

Improved Pedestrian Access from the Red Hill Road Entrance to the Upper Paa Site.

18. A number of proposals have been put forward to improve pedestrian access from Red Hill Road. The initial landscape concept prepared by Boffa Miskell proposed a metalled track lined with palisade fencing to restrict access to the bush area. Previous feedback was that this was too obtrusive and utilised materials ‘foreign’ to the site. This concept also involved significant disruption to the grounds surface. This risks disturbing archaeological features and the many large trees roots in this area.

19. Therefore a proposal has been developed to create a timber boardwalk leading from the Red Hill Road entrance to the foot of the steps cut into the rock face. This boardwalk would sit on a steel framework that is anchored to above ground footings, thus eliminating the need to excavate the site. Detail of the boardwalk design and layout can be seen in Attachment 3A.

20. It is also proposed that a stainless steel handrail be positioned adjoining the steps to aid users. This can be achieved with a combination of drilled fixing points and uprights to ensure the handrail is held firm and does not become wrenched from the rock face. Stainless steel is proposed because it would essentially act as a mirror, reflecting the surrounding stone and bush. Thus it would be barely visible from a distance.

21. The boardwalk and handrail is estimated to cost $75,000.

Contractors

22. The selection of all contractors will be heavily directed by their experience in working on sites of this nature. Those selected to work on the site will be required to attend an onsite workshop that highlights the significance of the site and the care and protocols required of them. It is envisaged that this workshop is developed and presented by Council and an iwi representative, nominated by the PPJMC. In addition to this it is requested that the PPJMC nominate an iwi representative to assist Council and work alongside the appointed archaeologist to monitor the physical works to ensure contractors are following these protocols.

Consideration

Local Board Views and Implications

23. The Papakura Local Board members are all on the Pukekiwiriki Paa Joint Management Committee and participate in and support the decision making of this committee.

Māori Impact Statement

24. Mana Whenua are represented on the Pukekiwiriki Paa Joint Management Committee and participate in and support the decision making of this committee.

General

25. Once a work programme is finalised further consultation with neighbours to the Pukekiwiriki Paa is proposed prior to physical works beginning.

Implementation

26. Approval of this plan and physical works methodologies will be required by Heritage New Zealand prior to works beginning. Contact has been made with Heritage New Zealand and once a work programme is confirmed these approvals can be formerly sort. A number of the works will be required to be monitored by an archaeologist during construction.

Attachments

No.	Title	Page
a View	Attachment Pukekiwiriki Paa Layout and Design of the Boardward - 18 November 2014	13
b View	Attachment Pukekiwiriki Paa Sign and Mown Path Layout - 18 November 2014	15
c View	Attachment Pukekiwiriki Paa Interpretive Signage Text - 18 November 2014	17

Signatories

Authors	Trish Wayper - Local Board Democracy Advisor
Authorisers	Rex Hewitt - Relationship Manager

Pukekiwiriki Paa Joint Management Committee

18 November 2014

DRAFT – Pukekiwiriki Paa Interpretive Signage Text

The hill and fortress Paa known as Pukekiwiriki was used and occupied by ancestors of the current Mana Whenua. The Iwi who have Mana Whenua can trace their links with the Paa through their whakapapa reaching as far back as original Turehu, Tainui and

Arawa Waka individuals and Toi. There is also some common ancestry with Waiohua and co-operation and historical alliances which also serves to unite Mana Whenua over the use and occupation of the Paa.

What is now Papakura was once wide open to attacking tribes. Only one great fort – Pukekiwiriki, guarded the coastal flat land which provided a natural and convenient track for invaders. Pukekiwiriki was certainly among the strongest forts in South Auckland and remains one of the more dominant promontories of Papakura. Its historic battlements are still to be seen from the fine view obtained from the highest point on the commanding spur called Kirikiri ridge, which runs into the plain. The north east and south sides of this bastion consist of vertical cliffs while the front, facing the sea, is bisected by a trench two metres deep which was once considerably deeper.

Hongi Hika’s advance through south Auckland was stopped when he attacked the impregnable Paa. Probably the invulnerability of the fortress Paa assisted the defenders in thwarting Hongi’s purpose, but the Ngapuhi chief felt compelled to pay tribute to the bravery and spirit of the combined Waiohua/Waikato defenders. They were a definite breakwater against the tide of invasion, providing Hongi Hika with the first major setback in his ‘musket’ campaign. The red soil crowning the heights of Pukekiwiriki serves as a reminder to the protracted battle fought on its lower slopes. Descendants of the defenders point to the natural deposits of red soil and say that they were stained permanently by the blood of those who fell in the battle.

Prior to 1822 and the battle with Hongi Hika, the maunga was known as Paritaiuru – cliff that leans or declines from perpendicular. Only after the battle with Hongi Hika did the Paa become known as Pukekiwiriki – which translates as ‘hill of the bones of the Chief.’ Because of the battle, the numerous lives lost and the importance of the result to Mana Whenua, the increased significance of the maunga was acknowledged by all the local Iwi and strengthened by the fact that the dead were interred nearby. Parts of the Paa and its surrounds are therefore sacrosanct.

Mana Whenua with an interest in the wider Pukekiwiriki site have formed a Kaitiaki collective. The groups working together as a collective are: Ngai Tai, Ngaati Paoa, Ngaati Tamaoho, Ngaati Te Ata, Pukaki Te Akitai and Ngaati Whanaunga.

Geology

Pukekiwiriki has a unique geological past and the site is the remainder of an extensive tuff (compacted volcanic ash deposit). The site is regionally significant as the only geological evidence of the activity of the Red Hill volcanic centre. The Red Hill volcanic centre was active 1.1 million years ago. This has meant that most traces of the Red Hill volcanic centre have eroded and been overlain with more recent tertiary and quaternary sediments.

The eroded layers are explained by upward fining of air fall deposits - heaviest at the bottom finest at the top, which erode differentially (finest deposits erode faster). The vertical joints result from cooling and are exacerbated by water erosion. This has left the exposed south eastern cliff faces with a peculiar rounded and ‘pancaked’ appearance.

Archaeology

Various archaeological surveys have been conducted on the site since the 1960’s all of which record a range of man-made pits, banks and ditches and their condition. The most significant features are the defensive trench and the storage pits although there is some evidence of occupation pits (whare) as well. Please respect these features which are vulnerable to visitor impact.