LGOIMA Request Details

The Kimbolton Community Committee made an application to the Manawatu District Council’s community Event Fund, seeking a contribution towards traffic management, PA system, and marketing.

The event was described as a range of old-style activities, a top town competition, a grand parade of cars and a children’s boat race that is free to the public.

2. If so, how much?

Council approved $1000 funding.

3. If so, why has the Council decided to support the event?

The application received satisfied the criteria of the Event Fund. Council looks favourably on applications that seek support for safety planning for events. In this case the Committee sought support towards the costs of a traffic management plan to ensure the physical safety of the public.

4. What other Waitangi Day events has the council allocated funding for?

No other applications were received from community organisations or Iwi for Waitangi Day commemorations in 2023. However, Council has provided $6000 (incl) GST towards the refurbishment of Te Hiri Marae near Halcombe, and the celebration of the refurbishment coincides with this upcoming Waitangi Day.

5. Has the council rejected any funding requests for Waitangi Day events from local iwi/marae? If so, please elaborate on the reasoning.