Earlier this year seven pine trees were removed within the domain for health and safety reasons. We are now asking for community feedback on the replacement planting.
Project status: Decision made
Open for feedback: 16 July 2018 to 30 July 2018
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Decision on this project
On 3 September 2018 the Coastal-Burwood Community Board decided to approve the option two planting plan (35 trees with 5 varieties) for Rāwhiti Domain.
You can view the meeting minutes(external link), which include the formal resolutions online, from Thursday 6 September.
The tree planting works are due to commence on Monday 10 September (weather dependant) and take 3 days to complete.
Start work notice for tree replanting
Consultation results
Consultation on the new tree replanting for Rāwhiti Domain has now closed. The community were able to provide feedback from 16 July 2018 to 30 July 2018. During this time we heard from 73 individuals and groups. The staff report(external link) in relation to this project was presented to the Community Board at their meeting on 3 September 2018. The report reccomended that the Community Board approve the option two planting plan.
Community feedback and project team responses
What are we doing?
The Keyes Road side of Rāwhiti Domain is undergoing some maintenance work on its trees and drains. Earlier this year we removed seven pines as they had been identified as a health and safety hazard. The stumps have been left behind as a trial for a temporary nature play space, while community groups continue to work with us on options to develop a more permanent space within the woodland.
What we would like your feedback on?
We are asking for community feedback on what is planted to replace the Pine trees that were removed. There are three options that consider the flowering seasons and the community desire to have more foraging opportunities. The drain that runs through this piece of reserve is also having some maintenance work carried out during July 2018, to reduce flooding issues.
Rāwhiti Domain planting plan [PDF, 3.8 MB]
Option one creates a ‘flower walk’ from the entrance of Keyes Rd to the entrance to the woodlands, heading east.
Option one: 40 trees (4 varieties)
- 23 spring flowering cherry trees in a grove at the entrance and a row of 18 along the length of the pathway
- Two feature walnut trees
- A small grove (5) of flowering almond trees beside the substation
- A large grove of tōtara trees on either side of the native planting around the drain.
Option two creates a winter and spring display; with the addition of autumn-flowering cherry trees.
Option two: 35 trees (5 varieties)
- A small grove (5) of autumn flowering cherry trees at the Keyes Road pathway entrance
- A row of (18) spring flowering cherry trees following the walkway
- A small grove (5) of tōtara beside the native planting around the drain
- Two feature walnut trees
- A small grove (5) of flowering almond trees beside the substation
Option three is a reduced option for those that like simplicity and prefer the open spaces.
Option three: 13 trees (2 varieties)
- A grove of 10 tōtara trees on either side of native planting around the drain
- Three feature walnut trees (good eating)
Community planting day
We are holding a small planting day on Sunday 22 July from 2 pm to 4 pm. Come along and plant a shrub and talk to the project team about the replacement tree planting. You can also drop off any completed feedback forms.
Guardians of Rāwhiti planting day
The drain that runs through this piece of reserve is also having some maintenance work carried out during July, to reduce flooding issues. We will run a community planting day, with families from local play centres, to beautify and restore this space once the work on the drain is finished. This day is planned for 22 August, 10am – 12pm. We will be planting native riparian plants around both sides of the drain, between the path and the cabbage tree grove. This will be a joint event organised by us and Guardians of Rawhiti and we would love you to join us. Register your interest with the Guardians of Rawhiti or by indicating this when you complete your feedback form.
What happens to my feedback and who will make the decision on what is planted?
Once all the feedback has been received the project team will analyse the feedback and produce a staff report which will go to the Coastal-Burwood Community Board, who will then make the final decision. At this stage we are expecting this decision to be made by the Community Board at their August 2018 meeting.
Everyone who has provided feedback will receive written updates on the project, including details of the staff recommendation and the decision meeting and how to request to speak at the meeting if they wish to do so.
Timeline
- 16 July to 30 July 2018 - Any feedback needs to be provided during this period
- 22 July 2018 - The first community planting day and opportunity for the community to come and talk to the project team
- July/August 2018 - All those who provided feedback to be updated on the decision
- 22 August 2018 - Guardians of Rāwhiti planting day to complete the planting in the drain swale area
- August 2018 - The Coastal-Burwood Community Board decision meeting
- September 2018 - Replanting works take place (subject to Community Board approval).