NZARM 57th Annual Conference

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1 NZARM 57th Annual Conference Resource Management in Canterbury More than just water! September 2010 Day 1: Commodore Airport Hotel, Christchurch Day 2-3: Return fieldtrip to Kaikoura

2 The New Zealand Association of Resource Management promotes the views and interests of those engaged in the area of natural resource management. The annual conference is one way in which the Association promotes communication and the transfer of information between members, other resource management practitioners, concerning resource management. Resource Management in Canterbury more than just water! This year s theme Resource Management in Canterbury more than just water! recognises that water management means more than just quality and quantity. It has an effect on all the natural resources that NZARMer s manage and can have huge economic, social and cultural consequences. Programme Tuesday 21 September - Conference Registrations Mihi Wakatau; Conference Opening; Housekeeping Overview of Canterbury region and issues - More than just water! Canterbury Water Management Strategy (CWMS) Morning Tea The Future of Water Management in Canterbury Panel Discussion with representatives from a range of backgrounds Lunch The way we work. CWMS implementation; Collaborative approaches Living Streams and ICM; Audited Self Management Afternoon Tea More than just water. Community vulnerability, resilience and adaption to climate change; Community changes with changing landuse; Landuse intensification and changing social dynamics; Canterbury Biodiversity Strategy; Communities Implementing Biodiversity Close AGM Icebreaker - Meet and Greet Wednesday 22 September - Field Trip Board buses and depart Christchurch Waimakariri Regional Park balancing river use and users; Achieving a balance between all river users Pegasus A whole new town. Stormwater (ICMP s and ASM) Development challenges Erosion and sediment control Culverden Pahau River Enhancement Group Kaikoura Initiatives Kaikoura Coastal Guardians; Maori Tourism; District Council Initiatives Green Globe Buses to accommodation Dinner at Memorial Hall A casual fieldtrip dinner will be catered for at the Memorial Hall, Kaikoura. Guest Speaker Geoff Harrow will talk about the rediscovery of the Huttons Shearwaters. Thursday 23 September - Field Trip Board buses Kaikoura Soil conservation and flood control Early soil con work; Flood control scheme; Kaikoura rivers and river rating districts Managing vegetation for water, biodiversity and biosecurity. NZ Redwoods in the Conway Flow sensitive catchments; Rating district to deal with wattles; QEII- role of covenanting bush to get tall vegetation back in the landscape Water and Wine Waipara vineyard; Changing landuse - vineyards; Greening Waipara; Water efficiency Airport drop-offs and return to Commodore We encourage you to register early as places on the field trip are limited. Programme subject to alterations and additions. For up-to-date programme visit

3 Conference Information The Conference Venue: Commodore Airport Hotel Situated on Christchurch s Memorial Avenue, the Copthorne Hotel Commodore is just minutes away from the Christchurch International Airport and ten minutes into the centre of Christchurch. With an idyllic setting featuring award-winning native New Zealand gardens on seven acres of land, you can be assured of a tranquil stay. Visit Hotel Airport Shuttle - Commodore Hotel The 24/7 free shuttle service to and from Christchurch Internatiponal Airport makes getting to the hotel a breeze, simply call the hotel using the free phones located in the arrivals hall. Social Programme Icebreaker, Meet & Greet Tuesday 21 September, pm Following the NZARM AGM delegates are welcome to join the conference happy hour in the hotel bar. Conference Dinner - Tuesday 21 September, 7.00pm The conference dinner will be held in the Head of the Avon room at the Commodore Hotel. Enjoy an informal dinner with guest speaker Alan Campbell from Environment Waikato. Field Trip Dinner - Wednesday 22 September A casual fieldtrip dinner will be catered for at the Memorial Hall, Kaikoura. Guest speaker Geoff Harrow will talk about the rediscovery of the Huttons Shearwaters. Registration How To Register To register online please go to and fill in the online registration form. For paper registrations please complete the attached form and return to: oncue Conferences PO Box 1193, Nelson Or fax it to Registration Fees All prices are quoted in NZ$ and are inclusive of GST Early bird rates apply for registrations received on or before the 11th August Late registrations are those received after this date. Contact Information Conference Manager, Lea Boodee OnCue Conferences PO Box 1193, Nelson lea@on-cue.co.nz Ph: Fax: Full Conference (21-23 September) Includes: All sessions, morning and afternoon teas, lunches, icebreaker, conference dinner, Kaikoura fieldtrip and fieldtrip dinner. NZARM Member Early Registration $425 NZARM Member Late Registration $495 Non-NZARM Early Registration $475 Non-NZARM Late Registration $595 Student $325 Day 1 Registration (21 September) Includes: Sessions, morning and afternoon teas, lunch and Icebreaker only. Please note that the Conference Dinner and Kaikoura Field Trip are not included in the day delegate rate. Should you wish to attend these events please purchase tickets on the registration form. NZARM Member $250 Non-NZARM $299 Conference Dinner tickets $75 Field Trip Registration (22-23 September) Includes: Transport to Kaikoura and return to Christchurch (via airport), morning and afternoon teas, lunches, dinner on the 22 September. (Please note accommodation is not included) Field Trip Registration $250 Payment Payments can be made by cheque, purchase order, Visa, Mastercard or Direct Debit (account details are on the registration form) Please note that all payments must be received before the start of the conference. On receipt of your full payment with your registration we will send you a detailed confirmation letter and GST receipt. Cancellations and Refunds Any alterations or cancellations must be notified in writing to OnCue. A full refund of registration fees, less an administration fee of $75 will be made to any participant cancelling before 21 August. Refunds or cancellations received after this date will not be possible unless exceptional circumstances prevail. Substitute delegates are welcome without penalty.

4 CHRISTCHURCH ACCOMMODATION Copthorne Hotel Commodore 449 Memorial Avenue Christchurch KAIKOURA ACCOMMODATION White Morph Motor Inn The Esplanade Kaikoura Situated on Christchurch s Memorial Avenue, the Copthorne Hotel Commodore is just minutes away from the Christchurch International Airport and ten minutes into the centre of Christchurch. With an idyllic setting featuring award-winning native New Zealand gardens on seven acres of land, you can be assured of a tranquil stay. Rates: Premium Room $175 for 1-2 persons For all accommodation and special rates, please book through oncue with your registration. Tel: lea@on-cue.co.nz White Morph Motor Inn offers some of the best accommodation in Kaikoura including luxury spa rooms, superior studios and standard studios. Our central Kaikoura accommodation is all in the one place and has every accommodation style for you to choose from. It is our tradition to provide guests with quality service and warm hospitality, located on the Kaikoura waterfront. All rooms are fully equipped for your every need - nonsmoking and fully fire protected for a reassuring sleep. All our rooms are Qualmark rated. Our luxury spa rooms are Qualmark 5 star and command full views of the ocean and mountains. Rates: Motel unit sharing Motel unit not-sharing $67 per person $134 for 1-2 persons Distance from hall: (400m) 4 minute walk

5 Dusky Lodge 67 Beach Road Kaikoura New 1998, Dusky Lodge offers a clean homely environment with natural carved timbers throughout. A great place to relax, unwind and take in the great views and spectacular sunsets from our extensive decks. Enjoy a swim in our heated swimming pool, or just take it easy in the sauna and spa pool before dining al fresco at our poolside Thai restaurant. Rates: Dorm Bed Deluxe Double Room $26 per person $80 for 1-2 persons Distance from the hall: (1.4kms) 17 minute walk Adelphi Lodge 26 West End Kaikoura Warm, friendly and funky, only 200m from the beach and with awesome views of the sea and mountains, Adelphi Lodge is the ideal place to stay to experience Kaikoura and the eco-tourism activities that the area offers. The Adelphi Lodge Kaikoura is perfect accommodation for backpackers, families, independent travellers or groups with warm and comfortable double, twin and single rooms, and dormitories. Rates: Dorm Bed Double Room $28 per person $65 for 1-2 persons Distance from the hall: (600m) 7 minutes walk

6 Dusky Lodge Adelphi Lodge Memorial Hall Directions from Christchurch International Airport to Commodore Hotel. Free shuttle bus available courtesy of Commodore Hotel. Simply call the hotel using the free phones located in the arrivals hall. Accommodation in Kaikoura Panorama Hotel White Morph Motor Inn Contact Information Conference Manager, OnCue, PO Box 1193, Nelson Ph:

7 PERSONAL DETAILS NZARM 57 th Annual Conference Resource Management in Canterbury More than just water! September 2010 Christchurch and Kaikoura REGISTRATION FORM Please complete one form per person, required fields are marked with asterisk*. Once completed, please fax/post to: oncue Conferences & Events, PO Box 1193, Nelson 7040, Fax No: (03) Title First Name* Family Name* Address* Mobile address* Organisation If you DO NOT wish to have your name and address details included in the list of delegates, please tick. Full Registration Includes: All sessions, morning and afternoon teas, lunches, icebreaker, conference dinner, Kaikoura fieldtrip and fieldtrip dinner. Day Registration Includes: Sessions, morning and afternoon teas, lunch and Icebreaker Field Trip Registration Transport to Kaikoura and return to Christchurch (via airport), morning and afternoon teas, lunches, dinner on the 22 September. Registration Type Cost before 11 Aug Cost after 12 Aug NZARM Member Full Registration $425 $495 Non-NZARM Full Registration $475 $595 Student Registration $325 $325 Day 1 Registration (21 September) NZARM Member $250 $250 Day 1 Registration (21 September) Non-NZARM $299 $299 Field Trip Registration $250 $250 Total TOTAL REGISTRATION COST Social Function Tickets Cost per Ticket Number of Tickets Total Tuesday 21 September Icebreaker Meet and Greet Please indicate if you will be attending Yes No Tuesday 21 September Conference Dinner (Included with all full registrations) Please indicate if you will be attending Yes No Tuesday 21 September Conference Dinner (additional for day registrations and partners) Please indicate how many tickets you require $75 TOTAL FUNCTION COST TOTAL PAYMENT DUE

8 ACCOMMODATION IN CHRISTCHURCH Copthorne Hotel, Commodore Premium Room - $175 for 1-2 persons Yes, please use the same credit card details below, to secure my accommodation. I understand my details will be passed on to the accommodation provider and no money will be deducted from my card by oncue for accommodation. I understand I will be required to settle my account directly upon check-in/out and cancellation conditions apply. Arrival Date: Departure Date: Number of rooms required: Number of people in each room: ACCOMMODATION IN KAIKOURA White Morph Motor Inn Dusky Lodge Adelphi Lodge Motel unit sharing - $67 per person Motel unit not-sharing - $134 for 1-2 persons Dorm Bed - $26 per person Deluxe Double Room - $80 for 1-2 persons Dorm Bed - $28 per person Double Room - $65 for 1-2 persons Yes, please use the same credit card details below, to secure my accommodation. I understand my details will be passed on to the accommodation provider and no money will be deducted from my card by oncue for accommodation. I understand I will be required to settle my account directly upon check-in/out and cancellation conditions apply. Arrival Date: Departure Date: Number of rooms required: Number of people in each room: PAYMENT DETAILS: Purchase Order No: Once payment has been received we will send you a confirmation letter and tax invoice/receipt. I will make a Direct Credit transfer to the following: Account details: OnCue, NZARM Trust Account, Bank of New Zealand, Nelson Branch Account (REF: NZARM) Cheque. A cheque in New Zealand dollars and made payable to NZARM 2010 has been posted with a hardcopy of the registration form to the address below. Please debit my credit card for the total conference costs (excluding accommodation) Visa MasterCard Cardholders Name: Card Number: Expiry Date: Signature: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION please contact: Lea Boodee, Conference Organiser oncue Conferences & Events Ltd, PO Box 1193, Nelson 7040, New Zealand. Ph: Fax: lea@on-cue.co.nz Please refer to the conference brochure for cancellation policy