Tahunanui Beach facilities Debate
Community Wellbeing - Lifestyle & Enjoyment
Option 2
The community strongly supports the construction of a new facility for the Nelson Surf Lifesaving Club and the upgrade of changing facilities at Tāhunanui Beach, emphasizing that improved amenities would significantly enhance the lifestyle and enjoyment for both residents and visitors. Many comments highlighted the potential for the new facility to serve as a community hub, fostering greater engagement in water sports and providing a safe, modern space for various community activities and events. Additionally, the inclusion of features such as cafes, event spaces, and multi-use areas in the new facility is seen as a way to invigorate the area, making it a more vibrant and attractive destination that aligns with the community's needs and aspirations.
Table of comments:
| Point No | Comment |
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| 8.2 | Tahuna Football Club strongly supports the proposed upgrade of facilities at Tahunanui Reserve in the Council's Long Term Plan. As a key user group based at the reserve, we believe the current amenities are extremely substandard and in dire need of improvement. For a coastal gem like Tahunanui Beach that attracts residents and visitors alike, the facilities provided are simply not befitting of a world-class destination. The changing rooms used by our club and other sports codes are old, rundown and leak badly during rain. With six senior teams and plans to reintroduce youth teams, Tahuna FC requires facilities that can properly cater for players, coaches and families, especially when forced to share with other user groups like Marist Rugby Club.The entire Tahunanui Reserve is a beloved community asset enjoyed by a huge percentage of Nelsonians, not just for sport but for its beach, playgrounds and open green spaces. The council has an opportunity through this Long Term Plan to transform the reserve into an integrated community hub by tying together upgraded facilities for summer and winter sport codes. We understand Surf Life Saving Nelson requires a new, modern clubhouse to replace its current substandard premises. As a key stakeholder at Tahunanui Reserve, Tahuna Football Club requests to be included in any consultation around the potential development of new shared facilities that could impact our operations. We see great opportunities to collaborate and find solutions that optimise the use of resources across the seasonal sporting calendar.Specifically, we propose the council explores options for Tahuna FC to be housed in any new multi-code facility developed to serve surf lifesaving and other summer sports. Having complementary winter and summer codes co-located could create significant operational efficiencies and reduce council's long-term maintenance costs across the reserve. It would also provide a vibrant, sustainable community hub for sport and recreation year-round.In summary, Tahuna FC fully endorses an upgrade of the poorly ageing facilities at Tahunanui Reserve to match the status of this outstanding beach and coastal environment. We are eager to be involved in the development of an exciting, integrated solution that brings sporting codes together in new shared premises. With some long-term vision and stakeholder consultation, the council has a chance to create a multi-code community facility befitting of this world-class location. |
| 12.7 | Tahuna needs an upgrade, particularly the changing facilities and having a club that can be multipurpose. This option could allow other sporting codes/clubs to utilise this facility. |
| 43.7 | This area is an important part of Nelson and the community.Whether NCC construct it in partnership with developers is a question for later. |
| 44.7 | It would be great to include a space for events and a restaurant/cafe to invigorate this space and improve our activation of our waterfront in general |
| 81.7 | what about beach side cafes and bars? Iknow it sounds far fetched but Could we not license surf club like they do in Australia?? Who would not want to sit at the surf club for a beer or a coffee on the beach?? Local food supplies. Napier has a fantastic Boulevard, thats whats needed here. |
| 114.5 | Agree that a better facility is needed, but perhaps the building could be designed to be shifted if erosion of the beach made it very vulnerable in the future. |
| 147.7 | we currently have a world class beach without world class facilities. A new surf club is more than about surf patrols, it is a community hub. It can be used as an educational facility to upskill our young ones in water saftey and prevent drowning incindents around the country. |
| 150.3 | The Marist Rugby Football Club (Nelson) inc. is supportive of Council providing a new, fit for purpose building for the Surf Lifesaving Club close to the beach, and upgrading the existing changing facilities (which are utilised by the Marist age grade and senior men's and women's teams when playing at Tahunanui).Marist does so on the proviso that the Marist Rugby Football Club (Nelson) Inc. is formally listed as a stakeholder on the Tahunanui Reserve ManagementPlan (RMP). We have been lobbying with Council and the Tahunanui Ward councillor for this to be addressed for a number of years, to no avail thus far.Marist would be very interested in being a partner in a new multi-use facility with Surf Lifesaving. Although we play all JAB and Age Grade rugby, and some senior men's and women's rugby at Tahunanui, our clubrooms are at Hathaway Terrace, adjacent to Trafalgar Park. The lease on our existing clubrooms expires in 2030. It would be a game changer for our Club to be located at Tahunanui to better suite our catchment area for players, and to bring all our members and supporters together at the one venue and facility..Regarding the use of the existing surf lifesaving facility for another purpose, Marist could possibly use it for sponsor hosting, officials use and match viewing, however it could not replace our current licensed clubrooms for use as an after-match venue without the ability to generate bar proceeds.Marist Rugby Football Club (Nelson) inc. will welcome any further consultation on this specific matter, and that of our inclusion in the Tahunanui RMP. |
| 150.3 | The Marist Rugby Football Club (Nelson) inc. is supportive of Council providing a new, fit for purpose building for the Surf Lifesaving Club close to the beach, and upgrading the existing changing facilities (which are utilised by the Marist age grade and senior men's and women's teams when playing at Tahunanui).Marist does so on the proviso that the Marist Rugby Football Club (Nelson) Inc. is formally listed as a stakeholder on the Tahunanui Reserve ManagementPlan (RMP). We have been lobbying with Council and the Tahunanui Ward councillor for this to be addressed for a number of years, to no avail thus far.Marist would be very interested in being a partner in a new multi-use facility with Surf Lifesaving. Although we play all JAB and Age Grade rugby, and some senior men's and women's rugby at Tahunanui, our clubrooms are at Hathaway Terrace, adjacent to Trafalgar Park. The lease on our existing clubrooms expires in 2030. It would be a game changer for our Club to be located at Tahunanui to better suite our catchment area for players, and to bring all our members and supporters together at the one venue and facility..Regarding the use of the existing surf lifesaving facility for another purpose, Marist could possibly use it for sponsor hosting, officials use and match viewing, however it could not replace our current licensed clubrooms for use as an after-match venue without the ability to generate bar proceeds.Marist Rugby Football Club (Nelson) inc. will welcome any further consultation on this specific matter, and that of our inclusion in the Tahunanui RMP. |
| 168.6 | “Long neglected and tatty”. For a beach that is the envy of almost every community in NZ the current facility and community assett of Tahunanui Beach is, frankly, a disgrace. Not since the Lions Playground in the 60’s has anything of note been done on this, one of the loveliest city seasides in the country. YES! a new Surf Life Saving Club. YES! upgraded changing facilities on several locations along the beach. YES! Two all-weather/all-tide pontoons moored off the beach providing two “targets” for swimmers, paddle-boarders, kayakers, swimming-sunbathers et al to go out to and back. YES! To a mobility-focused boardwalk running the length of Tahunanui Beach (on the edge of the dune reclamimation zone) enabling mobility challenged access to sea and sand (with naming rights to assist fundraising and facility for coffee & donut carts, icecream carts etc.) |
| 186.5 | THis should be multipurpose building not just for surf lifesaving, ege waka ama, paddle boarding and wind sports such as wing foiling and wind surfing. Should include public changing room and toilet, as current options further down beach are old and dingy. Should also have bar and cafe facilities to improve publics use and experience of the beach, eg like Australian surf lifesaving clubs do |
| 225.2 | The Nelson SLSC are a team of volunteers who work tirelessly to keep the community safe. Currently, we cannot see the beach from our club rooms meaning we are exposed to the elements when on patrol. This is not sustaible if we want members to continue to join our club. This also hinders the amount of times we patrol during summer. This facility is essential and we are one of the few clubs in NZ that do not have a club room that you can’t see the beach/water from. |
| 247.7 | I am a wing-foiler. Along with the windsurfers, kitesurfers and other wingfoilers i request that we develop and maintain flat land for parking and 'rigging' of our wind gear at the Back/Beach. Doesn't have to have any expensive infrastructure, but an inland flat area (above tidal surge) for rigging, and beachside area for rigging/setting down rigged gear. maintain a good sized car-parking area. Thankyou! |
| 252.4 | Nelson's beach is another of it's prime assets. Let's maximise that potential |
| 282.7 | an amazing amenity that needs better facilities |
| 291.7 | Nelson's access to the ocean for water sports and recreation is a fantastic asset. Ensuring adequate facilities for the Nelosn Surf Life Saving Club would not only support water safety but promote participation in ocean sports. The development of club and changing facilities would support not just the surf life saving club, but also surfski paddlers, stand up paddle boarders and ocean swimmers. |
| 308.7 | be a great thing for tahunanui |
| 319.7 | As a member of Marist Rugby Football Club (Nelson) Inc., I wholeheartedly endorse their comprehensive submission. We firmly stand behind the Council's proposal to establish a new, purpose-built facility for the Surf Lifesaving Club in close proximity to the beach, coupled with the much-needed upgrade of existing changing facilities. However, our support is contingent upon Marist Rugby Football Club (Nelson) Inc. being formally acknowledged as a stakeholder in the Tahunanui Reserve Management Plan (RMP) and being actively involved in consultations regarding the potential collaboration in a new multi-use facility with Surf Lifesaving. The prospect of relocating to Tahunanui represents a tremendous opportunity for Marist Rugby Football Club (Nelson) Inc. It not only aligns with our existing catchment area but also promises to unify all our members and supporters under one roof, fostering a stronger sense of community and camaraderie. Moreover, the envisaged new facilities wouldn't just benefit our club; they would also be advantageous to Touch Rugby Nelson and football, offering an authentic chance to elevate the already remarkable ambiance of Tahunanui. This collaborative endeavor has the potential to transform Tahunanui into a hub of sporting excellence and community engagement, benefiting all involved parties and enhancing the overall appeal of our beloved region. |
| 329.5 | include a cafe |
| 349.7 | Changing facilities were updated not long ago - we don't need to waste money on new ones but a new facility for the Surf Life Saving Club would be great and would make the beach a safer and more enjoyable place to be, especially over summer. |
| 353.7 | Given the popularity of the beach, for locals and tourists, and current lack of facilities for females. Building a good facility should be a priority. |
| 381.7 | The extra money sent into the increase of rates is essential the public donating to a very worthy cause. Surf life saving in this country is the back bone of nz summers and keeping people safe . Nz Families summer memories are created with knowing that tnere at a safe beach !!! To give neslon surf life saving club a new surf club would cement a safer beach and more exciting facilities to use as a community right on the beach front !! . The pros definitely out way the cons ( if any ) and it will also give tahunanui a modern yet earthy face lift , to which it show community professionalism and saftey above all is paramount!!! |
| 396.15 | Kia ora, I have been a surf lifeguard at Nelson for over 15 years (since I was 13!). Not only would a facility for the Nelson Surf Life Saving Club save lives, but is a much needed part of building a strong club and strong community presence for the club. This facility was a childhood dream of mine and to have this built for the next generation of club members would be incredible. |
| 399.7 | The Nelson Surf Lifesaving Club is an asset to the community. There are so many opportunities within the club for all ages. Starting with the nippers programme for those parents kids who already love the sand and the sea, or for those who want to have a taste. To the Search and Rescue squad for those who want to really give back to their community. Currently the facilities are not fit for purpose on multiple fronts. The Age, Size and Location of the current facilities are the main issues. A new, fit for purpose base will provide the club with the foundation it needs to expand while still providing its services to the community for many years to come! |
| 421.7 | I strongly support a surf lifesaving facility at the beach. Not only does it keep the waters safety, surf clubs build good kiwis in leadership , teams and keeps everyone active. No brainer for a region with popular beaches |
| 445.7 | Nelson Surf Life Saving is a great thing for our youth to get involved in and stay active. We should embrace our coast line and encourage the use of the sea as much as we can and a new facility will encourage a better community environment for all. It will become a place our youth can feel connected to. |
| 447.7 | This beach is a jewel .... so many people, local and visitors use this and we need to have much improved changing facilities to reflect any ambition for pride in our city |
| 483.7 | the current facilities need to be upgraded to serve the community better |
| 532.4 | Build a new multi-level facility, including new cafe, on the current Beach Cafe site. Views would go both ways, to the beach as well as recreation fields inland. Think Australian surf-clubs, for example the one in Noosa https://www.noosasurfclub.com.au/ |
| 532.4 | Build a new multi-level facility, including new cafe, on the current Beach Cafe site. Views would go both ways, to the beach as well as recreation fields inland. Think Australian surf-clubs, for example the one in Noosa https://www.noosasurfclub.com.au/ |
| 552.7 | 100% support of this. Please be sure to add a cafe and bar. This is a great way to promote water sports and water safety. Also please involve the Nelson Surfski Club. They currently have no facilities and this is a growing sport in Nelson and New Zealand. |
| 559.7 | This is a great community project which will not only help protect people using our beaches who are not confident swimmers or who have a medical emergency while at the beach, but it will also give many young people in our community an opportunity to participate in a group where they can develop self confidence, self esteem and other skills that are great for their mental and physical well being. Good on you Council for supporting this idea. |
| 564.7 | if this is done with the rugby club(access to more funds) and create a multi use building with paddleboard/kayak rentals, ice cream, cafe/tapas bar/seafood(showcasing our fishing insdustry) restaurant ‘Surf and Turf’ that holds music gigs for night time(this in my opinion is a huge gap in Nelson…devilles, East street and…Boat house( which feels more like and RSA club) are the only places that have regular gigs for our younger population…. It would be a great investment. |
| 577.3 | surf club plays critical role in our community training youth , search and rescue efforts. We havr a large coast line and rivers that need experienced search and rescue teams available to conduct often technical rescues. The nippers progam is great for younger children building water confidence. A new facility would enablr them to train and havr proper facilities and storage of there equipment. |
| 600.4 | we have an amaizing beach, it would be great to have better changing facilities |
| 607.2 | An essential facility for such a popular beach and would be an asset for the whole community. |
| 629.7 | Would like this modified so a new facility sits on top of dunes, incorporate more changing rooms and a new cafe/restaurant with a wooden deck overlooking the bay. |
| 647.7 | much needed for the jewel of Nelson |
| 786.7 | I think a new surf life saving facility should be built but only if it is a proper facility that has a bar, food, membership, 2 story building so you can see the ocean. As is in many places for example New Plymouth or any beach town, Muriwai, Lyall Bay, Taylors Mistake, I can go on and on. |
| 795.1 | Nelson surf life saving club is an amazing local group of dedicated people. I have not had to much to do with them but as a third generation Tahunanuian I think this would be an amazing local facility that would benefit so many. My two daughters had their first experience of nippers this season with NSLC and I was seriously impressed with their professionalism and could see this being a well run and supported project. |
| 800.7 | create a multi use sports/ lifesaving hub / club with restauant / cafe / gaming facility much like Australia surf clubs, but combine with netball / rugby / football etc |
| 825.4 | Our Current surf lifesaving facilities at Tahunanui beach are not fit for purpose. It seems a no brainer to me to build a new facility on the beach which will empower the club to attract new members 7 enable this vital service to not just continue but to grow and thrive. Having an area which can be used not just for surf club activities, but other community events will also benefit our community. An area that can be also rented out for functions seems like a good idea to provide some income to go towards building maintenance and surf club funding. |
| 851.5 | Yes I think a new facility at Tahunui and improved changing sheds sounds good, but it should be for all Tahunanui based sports, land (rugby, tennis, field etc) and water (life saving, paddle boarding, kitsurfing), not just the surf club. If all clubs could use the facilities. And if it could be hired out to public, design it so it has separate locked storage but a main communal hall/kitchen area that can be hired, then it would be a much more "future-proofed" and utilised asset than just one main club. Location is tricky, not too close to beach or sand dunes due to potential climate changes, dynamic environment etc. A bit further back. |
| 887.5 | NPHS Te Waipounamu supports the development of Tāhunanui Beach facilities. This includes the provision of a new, fit for purpose building for the Surf Lifesaving Club close to the beach. However, it is important that sea level rise and the impact on the marine and foreshore environment is considered. Supporting this development may encourage the growth and retention of volunteer surf lifesavers, creating a safer environment at the beach. It was noted that Council’s independent report identified “that there is a deficit in meeting levels of service for sports facilities at the Tāhunanui Beach. The most urgent relating to the Surf Lifesaving Club’s facilities, the safety of their members, and the ability to respond to emergencies. Changing facilities for the sports fields (especially women, girls, accessible and non-gendered provision), storage facilities, and the lack of a sports hub (social/meeting rooms) contribute to the case.” |
| 893.2 | Fully support Option two of constructing a new facility for the Nelson SLSC at Tahunanui Beach but also provide storage space underneath a raised structure for use of other Clubs such as Stand Up Paddleboarding, Waka Ama and Surf skis. Tahunanui Beach offers the best option for launching paddlecraft with a gentle beach fall off and generally flat water. It is well clear of commercial fishing boats, power boats and launching ramps so offers a far safer location. There would be very few, of the hundreds, of recreational SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarders) in Nelson, that would want to launch in the hazardous Marina area adjacent to power boats and their associated wake and manouvering. |
| 897.1 | The Nelson SUP Club fully support plans to develop facilities at Tahunanui Beach to enhance the on-water safety of all those that use the offshore waters in the vicinity of Tahunanui Beach. Paddleboarders are present year round and especially in the summer months and anything that can improve safety and the facilities will be of benefit to all. In fact being at the beach all year round also means that Paddleboarders are there to help people in trouble on and in the water given the current situation of only having limited coverage by SLSC due to lack of facilities. I know of several cases where Club members have been involved in assisting people in trouble in the water. |
| 902.2 | The current facilities are well past dated and must be upgraded asap. With multiple sports codes using the Tahuna Playing fields already it would benefit a huge amount of members. At the moment the current toilet block is well past needing an upgrade, sewage flows into the changing rooms from the toilets, the lights are very inconsistent at working and the showers aren't always hot. |
| 958.7 | Keep the existing facility for sports clubrooms eg touch rugby, and renovate the current changing rooms to be more fit for purpose, the new building for slsc should be carefully considered to have minimal impact on dune system and beach envrionment but i support it as long as its not built on the beach volleyball courts, also the existing containers could be repurposed into the final building to save costs and resources |
| 978.7 | If the facility could be low spec, humble and "green" in construction methods and materials. We recognise the service to community that the NSLSC provides - significantly in inspiring and empowering youth |
| 985.5 | We support option 2 investment in the improvement of facilities at Tahunanui Beach including a building for the Nelson Surf Lifesaving club. Tahunanui Beach is an important part of Nelson life and the visitor experience. |
| 999.2 | Our beaches are a key attraction to the area and ensuring they are safe for our residents and visitors is critical. The Nelson Surf Life Saving Club is a vital community service, saving lives, providing first aid, training others and promoting water safety in the region.Having better facilities will aid them in their role and help future training on water safety as well as a provide a safe base for these amazing members. |
| 1021.1 | as a young surf life gruad, i think having a surf club isnt a want but a need. Having gone through 8 years of jr surf and now a surf lifegruad, having a single club room, not only for patrols, tainings and gear storeage, it would bring a piblic presints, spreding aweraness of not just who we are but also what we do. |
| 1022.2 | this would be a great opportunity to include winter sports clubs in a redevelopment that could also replace the sub standard toilet and changing facilities at the tahuna fields. They are long overdue an overhaul and have constant maintenance issues.If a new development goes ahead it would be prudent to make it a multi purpose facility which would surely be more cost effective and economical to maintain in future rather than continuing to patch up the current crumbling facilities and potentially having to replace them in future anyway.Specifically Tahuna FC has 6 teams (mens and womens) and plans for a youth program. The current facilities are inadequate at best. They are also an eye sore in an otherwise stunning location. A new facility would compliment the area. |
| 1024.7 | The draw to this region is outdoor activity. Build it and they will come. We have such an active community so lets support them. |
| 1032.1 | The current facilities are not adequate to support the Nelson region with our location based right on the beautiful water. We have seen the surf life saving club in action and believe asking a team of volunteers to operate from the current facilities is detrimental to their success. A new facility with a centralised base for the club would create a hub, greater community involvement, greater training opportunities and reduce the health and safety risks associated with the water. |
| 1037.1 | the best and the busiest beach in the counrty and the facilities are totally impractical and inadequate to serve the community. The club needs a clubhouse to effectively promote water safety courses. |
| 1054.7 | Nelson Surf life Saving Club deserve a base to call their own! They fo such fantastic work in our communitu |
| 1060.1 | Nelson surf lifesaving club needs a base. Its a busy beach and it needs patrolling also easy access storage areas for emergency response. My daughter is in the nippers program and loves it, needs to be more accessible for all children. They train in any weather so a space to go to for the theory side of learning is sorely needed not to mention hot showers and decent changing rooms. Water safety needs to be improved and this needs to start when children are young. Schools groups could benifit too. Thanks |
| 1069.1 | This is an absoulte must for this club to grow. For the club to be able to support there members with membership development and grow there sport. There is a massive opportunity for nelson to have a very big surf sport program if they have a club house to be able to support it |
| 1072.7 | Tahuanui Beach is one of Nelsons great attractions particularly for familliesfrom out of town |
| 1080.4 | A clubhouse for the surf lifesaving club is a desperately needed facility. It astounds me that it hasnt been built already. The current facilities are so bad. One clubhouse where all the gear, patrol, changing rooms, events etc can be run from and to allow the surf lifesaving team to carry out their jobs better and more effectively.it could be like clubs in other regions where it includes a cafe (income source) as well as function area (another income source) and area for training and further education to be carried out. it could incorporate the Marist Rugby club house as well to be a multi sport facility. The beach cafe could also be relocated to this building- as where it is currently is in dire need of an upgrade too.there are many options for a purpose built facility at Tahuna beach. We have one of the best beaches in NZ but the worst facilities. Having children go thru the Nippers program, it’s embarrassing when we host the Nelson champs with the terrible facilities. Having various containers spread around to house the equipment and no where to host the prizegiving. |
| 1119.5 | a multi purpose facility is needed and I think that the best place would be on the the current beach cafe site as this needs upgrading and could become a cafe on ground floor and lifesaving above. Power water and SS services already exist here so reduce costs by upgrading an existing facility |
| 1144.7 | I swim with a group of friends all year. I have noticed the increase of people at the beach at all times and in all weather. It is a wonderful space and gives so much to our wellbeing. My father built the first surf life saving clubhouse on the beach and it was a hub for all sorts of family activities, King Neptune day was such a great event. I love seeing the club grow and see the next generation build confidence in the water and see its natural beauty as something we should respect and take care of. It is a treasure. |
| 1154.7 | I can not stress how important it is to have a new, purpose built SLSC facility. Since arriving in Nelson, our children have been part of the JSLSC and have been made to feel so welcome as well as recognising the importance of having proper facilities. Having come from the UK where we lived close to a purpose built, state the art RNLI Lifeboat station, i cannot emphasise enough the impact on having a sea based life saving service properly funded and higgky regarded in the community. |
| 1166.7 | The current facility is well beyond the scope of the services which it needs to adequately service the Nelson egion. The purpose of these services is to provide a "life saving service" to the Nelson community and visitors which utilise the waters near our beach and haven. This is a must do item and should be first priority to have a suitable club house facility for this amazing lifesaving club. With the increase of Nelsonians and their visitors enjoying the Nelson water sports this needs to be actioned ASAP. |
| 1212.6 | So good to have the new toilet, changing rooms and shower available. And they're well used. |
| 1217.4 | It would be great to see a facility for a Nelson surf life saving club along with the development of a space for the Surf ski club. |
| 1261.5 | A new facility could be multipurpose for the collective sports in the Tahunanui region including touch rugby. Including an option for cafe/shop will attract people to the facility |
| 1290.7 | Nelson is a beach city, and we need to have upgraded facilities that reflect that. |
| 1295.7 | A multifaceted approach similar to clubs on the gold coast with cafe integrated and views of the beach would be amazing, don't underestimate the need to get this done, its vital to assist in the ongoing upgrade of the beach front with the support of the surf club. |
| 1302.7 | please upgrade this to be beneficial for other sporting codes & groups that could benefit from use of this facility. A well designed ‘function centre’ or ‘sports pavillion’ that could be used for events as well as house sports clubs / teams woule be a fantastic long term attraction for the entire Tahunanui community. Current facilities are long overdue for sugnificant investment and numerous interested parties & community collective groups have previously submitted proposals for upgrades of this facility, this should be a top priority for Council going forward to ensure the growth and long term sustainability of the popular Tahunanui area. |
| 1303.2 | sports facilities need upgrading |
| 1311.2 | current facilities not really up to standard for volume of guests at Xmas time |
| 1324.7 | This facility is needed. Scope it out with the community, allow for expansion, determine if a wider use of a community facility is needed and consider a removable structure for when sea level starts to impact it's position. Simple and scalable is best. Consider a modular design, but built locally. |
| 1341.2 | This community of volunteers requires updated facilities as a matter of urgency. This is exactly the kind of group that our region depends upon. And the next generation will be the future custodians of our marine areas. Attracting interest into the many programs this essential group offers already, not to mention the scope for future developments, is a must. Fair to say the value of this initiative is huge, at least for my family of four residents and the vast majority of our friends also raising active children who depend on safety on the outdoors and a thriving surf lifesaving community. |
| 1360.7 | need to inprove every thing add more shops cafes restaurants its typical nelson boring …. |
| 1364.7 | And provide kayak storage |
| 1366.7 | this area is important for residents and visitors and should be invested in to support tge recreation. Its so popujad with kite surfers and oaddle boarders. Argyably one of NZ’s top kite surfing spots and a can draw more visitors to the region. |
| 1375.4 | Tahuna beach is such a wasted asset and building a surf club potentially with a restaurant and bar like they have in Australia on the dunes would be awesome |
| 1379.6 | The Nelson Surf Lifesaving Club provide a wonderful and much needed service (particularly with the growing number of non-swimmers and tourists to Tāhunanui Beach). The present facilities are totally inadequate, and the club has been making do for at least a decade (and probably far more years). They need and deserve a proper facility. As volunteers they are very much taken for granted so at least the community can support the surf life saving club with the tools to properly do their job.I also support the upgrade of the changing facilities at the beach. The present ones are totally inadequate especially with the growing number of users. |
| 1429.2 | I think the playing fields could do with a changing room upgrade. Not to keen on buildings going on the sand dunes though. |
| 1433.7 | Tahunanui Beach facilitiesTBCA supports Option 2 – construct a new facility for the Nelson Surf Lifesaving Club, upgrade the changing facilities and improve other facilities at Tahunanui Beach Reserve following further consultation The Nelson Surf Lifesaving Club is a voluntary organisation that provides an essential 24/7 search and rescue service as well as seasonal beach patrols. Currently it lacks an appropriate operational home base to act as a focal point for its activities. This club enjoys strong family and community support, providing healthy activities for its members while at the same time ensuring a safe beach environment for the community. |
| 1439.7 | Okay, we need this, we are making income from our visitors so we need to look after them (and locals) (present is unacceptable). |
| 1482.7 | We are ambivalent on the best course of action, in part due to pressures to minimise current demands on rates and in part due to shortage of data supplied around the actual lifesaving activities of the Surf Lifesaving Club.We acknowledge the general importance of surf lifesaving in New Zealand, the undesirable location of the present building, and the high level of usage of Tahunanui Beach. We also recognise potential repurposing of the existing building and need for improvement to some other amenities.In view of the business case having been prepared and the graduated expenditure we agree, with some reservations, with the proposal to pursue Option 2. |
| 1489.7 | This needs to happen - this would be a great investment in the community it is one of the biggest attractions in the nelson and the facilities could be world class - this would be a better investment and use of money that the whole region would benefit from - the huge amount of money wasted on - maintaining the churches in the region - bike parks - reporting with no action is mind blowing |