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1 inspiring wonderful incredible Fantastic Brilliant Amazing Remarkable Celebrating Excellence Local Government New Zealand Conference July, Queenstown Registration Information lgnz.co.nz

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3 an invitation I am very excited to announce conference 2012, located in Queenstown, home of the Remarkables Mountain Range. Taking this as inspiration, we aim to celebrate what s remarkable in New Zealand. The 2012 keynote speakers are also nothing short of remarkable succeeding beyond all expectations in their fields. Leading the field is world cup winning rugby coach Sir Graham Henry, followed by political commentator Fran O Sullivan while chief executive of business growth centre the ICEHOUSE, Andrew Hamilton, follows through at the back of the scrum. Conference also offers workshop sessions led by LGNZ policy experts, covering issues facing the local government sector across social, environment, governance and transport, and infrastructure. And as always, conference will give us all a chance to network, share ideas and learn about the work our counterparts are doing in local government. Then there s the remarkable scenery, which we hope you will get to see, as you are hosted by the Queenstown Lakes District Council at one of several technical tours of the region. But no doubt the highlight will be the sunset trip up by gondola to the Skyline for the traditional welcome reception. I look forward to seeing you all at what I m sure will be a productive and remarkable conference. Lawrence Yule, President Local Government New Zealand What can you expect from a visit to Queenstown? Well for a start, you ll have the chance to see an unusual district at work. We have no factories, no great office blocks, no motorways, no major public transport none of the major trappings of a modern centre of commerce. Our greatest resource is genuinely our population, people for whom nine-to-five is not the norm. And while we still have growth, water, roading, community development and myriad other issues to deal with, like any other place, the way we live makes our southern centres distinctly different. You ll be here in July, when snowfalls often give us the chance to enact, refine and improve our readiness and systems. And while that goes on, our prime industry tourism, has to run as seamlessly as possible for visitors; our customers, who ve invested their money, time and confidence in us. We have prepared a programme of informative and educational experiences (technical tours) that ll give you an insight into how we do things down here. You ll see both local and visitor perspectives. And as the conference brings together elected members, mayors, chief executives and stake-holders, it s a valuable way to network and share experiences in one place at one time. Which is all starting to sound like time well spent now I come to think about it! I really hope you ll choose to come and spend it with us. Vanessa van Uden, Mayor Queenstown Lakes District Council remarkable 1

4 THANKS TO OUR KIND SPONSORS Platinum Sponsors For any enquiries relating to sponsorship contact Fiona Mayo, communications and membership services manager, Local Government New Zealand T: fiona.mayo@lgnz.co.nz Keynote Speaker Conference Dinner Compendium and Workshop Sessions Welcome Reception Gold Sponsors Coffee Cart Workshop Sessions Bronze Sponsors Online Registration Prize Name Badges Workshop Session Conference Handbook Conference Registration Brochure Supporting Sponsors Photocopier Technical Tours Mobile Application inspiring

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7 PROGRAMME Sunday 15 July 10.30am 5.00pm Registration desk open at the Millennium Hotel am 1.30pm Technical Tours Hosted by Queenstown Lakes District Council. T1 Council controlled organisations warts and all T2 A different approach to affordable housing T3 The changing face of tourism in Queenstown For information on the technical tours available refer to page 12. Pre-booking is essential. 2.00pm 3.30pm LGNZ Annual General Meeting Presentation from Jonathan Salter of law firm Simpson Grierson on legal implications of latest reforms in local government. (Members only). 3.30pm 4.30pm Mayors Taskforce for Jobs Copthorne Hotel (Attendance by invitation only). 5.00pm 7.00pm Simpson Grierson Welcome Reception Skyline Gondola Coach transfers from 4.45pm at Millennium Hotel. Simpson Grierson invites you to enjoy a cocktail and to network with other delegates and guests over drinks and canapés. The welcome reception is included in the full delegate registration. Additional tickets are available prior to conference or from the registration desk on Sunday, subject to availability. Dress is business casual. sponsored by Monday 16 July 7.30am 5.00pm Registration desk open at the Millennium Hotel am Breakfast Session Copthorne Hotel Sir Eion Edgar 100 Per Cent Committed A remarkable Kiwi talks about his campaign to bring the Winter Games Downunder. Refer to page 10 for Sir Eion Edgar s speaking topic and biography. Limited tickets available am Official Opening Millennium Hotel Prime Minister John Key invited Minister for Local Government invited Queenstown Lakes District Council Mayor Vanessa van Uden Local Government New Zealand President Lawrence Yule Please note that all delegates should be seated by 8.50am, doors will be closed from 8.55am and no entry will be allowed once the opening commences. Due to limited capacity only registered delegates may attend am Morning tea am Sir Graham Henry Building a Remarkable Team. Draw parallels as Sir Graham Henry talks you through building a winning team so that the team benefits from the performance of the individual and every member brings 100 per cent commitment. He ll outline helping people get over failure and how to use that to build success am Partners Tour departs Pre-booking essential. Limited tickets. Refer page 15 for full details. wonderful 5

8 Monday 16 July (continued) am Anne Gibson Know How Learn Now. Facilitators from the comprehensive range of the LGNZ training programme for elected members demonstrate how your performance on council can be significantly enhanced. They will also update on the latest workshops now available pm Lunch pm Workshop session 1 Please select one on your registration application. Information may be found on page pm Workshop session 2 Please select one on your registration application. Information may be found on page pm Afternoon tea pm Fran O Sullivan The Central Local Government Nexus Local Governments Role in the Growth Agenda. A savvy political doyen and astute analyser of business and business people, Fran O Sullivan has a knack for taking her readers behind the scenes to get the story behind the story. Fran brings an international perspective to her commentary and will talk about New Zealand on the international business stage and what role local government can play in facilitating international business with reference to the China Strategy. 7.00pm to late Fulton Hogan Conference Dinner Queenstown Event Centre Coach transfers from 6.45pm. Drinks from 7.00pm, seated for dinner at 7.20pm. Fulton Hogan is pleased to bring you this year s conference dinner. Entertainment for the night will be the fabulous Lady Killers. Their sophisticated glamour and killer vocal power, all rolled into one gorgeous deluxe package, will be sure to entertain. All seating at the dinner will be pre-allocated. Prior to the conference, delegates will have the opportunity to book groups or tables of three ten people. Cost: one ticket is included in the full delegate registration fee. Additional tickets will be available for partners (booked with registration) or day delegate booked prior to conference, subject to availability. Pre-dinner drinks, meal, entertainment and beverages are included. Dress is formal or evening attire. sponsored by sponsored by pm Martin Snedden The Visitor Economy 5.15pm End of conference day. the lady killers incredible

9 tuesday 17 july 8.00am 3.30pm Registration desk open at the Millennium Hotel am Hon. John Brumby am Phil O Reilly An interactive session with Business NZ CE, Phil O Reilly, who will give you a snapshot of business in NZ the ups and downs and invite you to ask questions and comment am Hon. Annette King Opposition spokesperson for housing and local government pm Dr Russel Norman Green Party Co-Leader am Morning tea pm Andrew Hamilton Get off the Grass! How Councils can help start-ups grow. Set up in a warehouse in 2001, The ICEHOUSE business incubator has gone from strength to strength. CE Andrew Hamilton described good business people as those who have a bit of the mongrel in them. He ll talk about what makes a good idea great and what kind of role local government can play in supporting start-ups and helping people get in touch with their inner mongrels pm Local Government New Zealand chief executive, Malcolm Alexander Final summary and close. This programme is correct at the time of printing. Please check the website for programme updates and more detailed information lgnz.co.nz am Workshop session 3 Please select one on your registration application. Information may be found on page pm Workshop session 4 Please select one on your registration application. Information may be found on page pm Lunch. 7

10 keynote SPEAKERS Sir Graham Henry Building a Remarkable Team Monday 16 July am Having reached remarkable heights in his code by coaching the All Blacks to glory in the 2011 Rugby World Cup, Sir Graham Henry has reached the peak of his profession. In 2011 he took out the Coach of the Year slot at the International Rugby Board awards making that a record 5th time. Although he has stepped down from his head coaching role, Graham will remain in New Zealand and continue to share his extensive skills and knowledge with local rugby coaches and players. Graham will inspire and motivate around the principles of working in a high performance environment and building a strong team culture that promotes excellence and team development. His presentations are readily applicable to the business environment. Fran O Sullivan The Central Local Government Nexus Local Governments Role in the Growth Agenda Monday 16 July pm Fran O Sullivan writes for the New Zealand Herald on political, business and international affairs. She is the executive editor of the Herald s Mood of the Boardroom Report the premier annual survey of chief executives in New Zealand. Fran s specialty is the linkages between government and business in New Zealand the political personalities and how they affect business decisions. She was a prime mover behind the establishment of the New Zealand/United States Council and is a regular attendee at World Trade Organisation and APEC meetings. She is also a director of the Pacific Economic Cooperation Council (NZ). Fran began her journalistic career in the press gallery and is a former editor of the National Business Review, where she led an award-winning journalistic team in the mid-1990s. Fran has interviewed many major political leaders including Tony Blair, Bill Clinton and Lee Hsien Loong. Fran has won numerous awards including Qantas Journalist of the Year (twice) and the Westpac Financial Journalist Award (three times). fantastic

11 hon. John Brumby Tuesday 17 July am Former Premier of Victoria, the Hon John Brumby has spent over 20 years as a leader in the public service with more than 10 years as Treasurer and Premier of Victoria, six years as Leader of the Victorian Opposition and seven years as Federal Member of the House of Representatives for Bendigo during the Hawke Government. Since retiring from politics, Mr Brumby holds a number of board positions as well as a joint appointment to the Melbourne and Monash Universities as a Vice-Chancellor s Professorial Fellow. He is Chairman of the Motor Trades Association of Australia superannuation fund and an Independent Director of Huawei Technologies (Australia) Pty Limited. Mr Brumby is also a panel member of the Federal Government s Review into GST Distribution. Phil O Reilly Tuesday 11 July am With his finger on the pulse of businesses large and small, Phil O Reilly drives the agenda on behalf of business owners around New Zealand as CE of BusinessNZ. Phil also represents New Zealand employers at the International Labour Organisation, contributes to the governing body of the ILO, and is a Board member of the Business and Industry Advisory Committee to the OECD. He also chairs the Government s Green Growth Advisory Group, the Capitalising on Research and Development Action Group and the Redundancy and Employment Transition Advisory Group. He is joint chair of the New Zealand Workplace Health and Safety Council and board member of the Innovation Board of the Ministry of Science and Innovation and the Council of the Royal Society of NZ. He serves on a number of other Ministerial and advisory groups. Andrew Hamilton Get off the Grass! How Councils can help start-ups grow Tuesday 17 July pm Andrew Hamilton is CEO of The ICEHOUSE a business growth centre that works with start-ups, owner-manager firms and large family enterprises to enable their growth. The ICEHOUSE has worked with 75 start-ups and 2,500 established entrepreneurial firms since In this time it s raised $55m and helped create 700 new jobs. Owner managers working with The ICEHOUSE are growing EBIT (earnings before interest and tax) on average 31 per cent a year. In 2010, The ICEHOUSE was recognised as one of the top 10 technology hubs in the world by Forbes.com, the only such group outside of the USA. 9

12 sessions and WORKSHOPs Breakfast Session Monday 16 July am 100 Per Cent Committed A remarkable Kiwi talks about his campaign to bring the Winter Games Downunder. Sir Eion Edgar A new feature at conference this year, enjoy a quality breakfast while listening to a remarkable New Zealander, Sir Eion Edgar. As Hon President of the New Zealand Olympic Committee, Sir Eion will talk to you about his role in setting up the Per Cent Pure Winter Games in Queenstown, which promoted New Zealand as a tourism destination to a television audience of 740 million viewers. An accomplished businessman Sir Eion Edgar, 67, has spent a lifetime of service assisting talented New Zealanders to shine in sports and the arts. Sir Eion is currently chairperson of Forsyth Barr, one of New Zealand s leading independent investment houses. He is also Chairman of Central Lakes Trust and a Director of Mt. Cook Alpine Salmon and Vero Insurance. He helped establish the Queenstown Resort College to grow the number of graduates working in the tourism industry. Tickets for the Breakfast Session are limited and $35 per person. Please select on your registration form if you wish to attend. monday Please indicate which topics you wish to attend on the online registration form at lgnz.co.nz. You may select one topic from each session. SESSION pm W01 Consolidation What will be the shape of local government in the future? Is bigger better and should our administrative boundaries be the same as our service delivery boundaries? These are some of the issues canvassed in this workshop on consolidation options based on recent research undertaken by the Australian Centre for Excellence in Local Government, which was supported by LGNZ. W02 Natural Hazards and Risk How do we reduce the risk from natural hazards the role of insurance and the market, the use and provision of information? Where does local government fit? W03 Water Infrastructure This workshop addresses the potential data deficiencies which have led to the conclusions highlighted in the National Infrastructure Plan. This will lead into a discussion of possible options and models for services delivery. Sponsored by PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS W04 Local Government s Role in Growing the Economy Transport Futures Economic Evidence. Local government is a major provider of infrastructure to support our major primary export sectors. Berl and Fonterra will demonstrate the value of local government s contribution to the economy through its investment in roading networks. SESSION pm W05 Alcohol Reform Bill Part 1 The implementation of the Alcohol Reform Bill will have a big impact on local government s business. This workshop is presented by ALAC, Ministry of Justice and LGNZ, and will help prepare you, your council, and your communities for the changes. W06 Water: A Strategic Issue In this session we will provide an overview of the work of the Land and Water Forum. Presenters from the local government sector will outline how they are dealing with the tricky issues of allocation and water quality. W07 Resiliency and Infrastructure Participants will explore the linkages between infrastructure, resilience and governance using case studies from across the local government sector. W08 Research Outcomes from NZ Core Cities Project LGNZ, in partnership with the Ministry of Economic Development and participating Core Cities, presents an overview and learnings over the past year, about the role our six largest cities play in growing the national economy. We also look at future collaboration opportunities that could help improve New Zealand s productivity. Sponsored by FONTERRA Sponsored by FONTERRA brilliant

13 tuesday SESSION am W09 Māori Role in Local Government Decision-Making How do Treaty settlements, governance and co-governance arrangements in a post treaty settlement world, create different and new expectations of how Māori wish to be involved in local government decision-making. W10 Earthquake Prone Buildings This workshop explores the latest in policy and practice regarding earthquake prone buildings. W11 Transport The implementation of findings from the road maintenance task force, and anticipated legislative changes relating to the transport planning framework and service delivery will be addressed. Sponsored by PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS W12 Local Government s Role in Growing the Economy Sport and recreation make a huge contribution to the New Zealand economy. Sport New Zealand and the New Zealand Recreation Association will demonstrate the value of local government s contribution to the economy through its investment in sport and recreation. Sponsored by FONTERRA SESSION pm W13 Alcohol Reform Bill Part 2 The implementation of the Alcohol Reform Bill will have a big impact on local government s business. This workshop is presented by ALAC, Ministry of Justice and LGNZ, and will help prepare you, your council, and your communities for the changes. W14 Environment Current Issues We provide an update of the RMA reform, and discuss challenges for local government around second generation planning. The role of the Environment Court in planning and policy making will be explored. W15 Delivering Safer Journeys This workshop explores the vital roles of local government in developing the safe system and nurturing community demand for better road safety outcomes. It will be presented by LGNZ and National Road Safety Management Group partner agencies. Sponsored by Safer Journeys W16 Research Outcomes from NZ Core Cities Project (repeat of W08) LGNZ, in partnership with the Ministry of Economic Development and participating Core Cities, presents an overview and learnings over the past year, about the role our six largest cities play in growing the national economy. We also look at future collaboration opportunities that could help improve New Zealand s productivity. Sponsored by FONTERRA THANKS TO OUR WORKSHOP SESSION SPONSORS 11

14 TECHNICAL TOURS sunday 15 july THANKS TO OUR TECHNICAL TOURS SPONSOR Hosted by Queenstown Lakes District Council, these optional tours depart by coach from Millennium Hotel at 11.00am and return at approximately 1.30pm. Please select one of the three tours you wish to attend with your registration. Partners are welcome to attend subject to availability. Participants should assemble Sunday 15th July at 10.45am in the Millennium Hotel foyer. Tours cost $30. T1 Council Controlled Organisations Warts and All Most Councils have Council Controlled Organisations to deliver particular services and facilities. Queenstown Lakes District Council possesses three Queenstown Airport, Lakes Environmental Ltd and Lakes Leisure Ltd. Participants will take part in a panel discussion involving directors from each of the Queenstown Lakes District Council s CCOs where they will compare and contrast their respective organisations and debate the benefits of CCO s, what works well, governance styles and public transparency. The workshop itself will take place at the Queenstown Events Centre, the hub of Lakes Leisure Ltd and the site of a fully integrated sports and recreation centre, incorporating sportsfields, swimming pools, a health and fitness centre, indoor/ outdoor courts and sports stadium. The session will conclude with a tour of the facility. T2 A different approach to affordable housing Housing affordability has been an issue in the Queenstown Lakes District since the 1970 s. Council responded with the Housing Our People in Our Environment (HOPE) Strategy in June It listed a range of 32 actions, including collaboration with central government, developers, and the creation of the Queenstown Lakes Community Housing Trust. The tour will include a visit to a new housing development by the Trust, the first stage of which has just been completed. The tour will then proceed to Jacks Point, a new development on the edge of Lake Wakatipu, a 5% voluntary contribution from which provided initial funding for the affordable housing programme. Jacks Point also features a championship golf course and, in the Club House Restaurant, delegates will take part in a discussion of how the strategy has helped the local community to meet its housing needs and will hear the views of developers, whose participation has been critical to delivering the programme. T3 The changing face of tourism in Queenstown Queenstown s growth has been firmly based on two planks its tourism industry and its heritage. This tour embraces both of these aspects, starting with a look behind the scenes at one of Queenstown s iconic tourist operations the Shotover Jet. The visit will focus on the most critical element of all adventure tourism meticulous attention to the highest standards of safety for patrons and staff. See how these powerful boats are maintained and the checks and balances are put in place to deliver a safe yet thrilling experience. The tour will continue on to historic Arrowtown and a look at three historic miners cottages, which as recently as 2007 were little more than derelict ruins. Purchased by the Council in response to community concerns about their future, a trust oversaw their upgrade and the Trust Chairperson, David Clarke, will take the group around the newly restored cottages and speak about the restoration project. amazing

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17 PARTNERS TOUR Monday 16 july Gibbston Valley Wine Tour Depart from Millennium Hotel Queenstown at 11.00am and return at approximately 2.00pm. Participants will enjoy a tour of Gibbston Valley Vineyard followed by a three course lunch with a glass of Gibbston Valley award-winning wine to complement their main. This tour includes return coach transfers. Gibbston Valley Winery, Restaurant and Wine Cave offers a quality culinary experience. At a latitude of 45 degrees south, the winery is one of the southernmost wine making regions in the world. Situated in the valley of vines, carved out by the Kawarau River, Gibbston is becoming a must see for the wine enthusiast and also for the quality of the culinary experience on offer. Informative, fascinating and legendary, the cave tour is one of the must do activities in Central Otago. Starting in the historic original Gibbston Valley Vineyard, the tour trecks gently down to the prominent wooden cave doors. Behind them lies mystery! Blasted 80 meters into solid Central Otago schist, the cave s walls are flanked by some 400 Pinot Noir barrels, creating a unique ambience, perfect for tasting current releases and talking about the region, people and its wines. Tour cost: $88 per person. remarkable 15

18 REGISTRATION Please read this page carefully before completing your registration. All delegates are to register via the conference website lgnz.co.nz for instant confirmation. Complete the online registration form via secure link from lgnz.co.nz and print a copy for your records. Payment can be made by credit card (secure transmission facilities provided) or an invoice can be requested with your purchase order. Once you have completed the submission process, a summary of your registration will be ed automatically and a tax invoice will be posted within seven days of your submission. You may access and amend your registration details until two weeks prior to the conference. Registrations made via the website will be placed in a draw to win their registration fee and up to three nights complimentary accommodation at the Millennium Hotel during the conference. sponsored BY Full Conference registration Earlybird prior to and including 14 May 2012 $1,385 incl GST Standard from 15 May 2012 $1,485 incl GST Full registration includes: Attendance at all conference sessions (Mon and Tues) Tote bag, compendium and contents Daily catering throughout the conference Simpson Grierson welcome reception Fulton Hogan conference dinner Please note the breakfast session and technical tours are at your own cost. Day registration $695 incl GST Day registration includes: Attendance at the day s conference sessions Tote bag, compendium and contents Daily catering on the day of attendance Ability to purchase tickets to the social functions, breakfast session, technical tours Partner Registration If you are bringing a partner to the conference and wish to attend the social functions or partners tour, please select the events on your registration form and register their name. Everyone registered as partners will receive a name badge. ACCOMODATION A range of accommodation may be found on the conference website. Favourable rates have been secured at the Millennium Hotel, Copthorne Hotel and Garden Court Suites and apartments and bookings may be made on your registration application. Cancellations Should you need to cancel your registration, you may reassign your registration to another person. All cancellations and substitutions must be notified in writing to Conference Innovators. Registration cancellations received in writing before and including 15 June and 1 July 2012 will receive a full refund less an administration charge of 25 percent of the registration fee. No refunds will be made from 1 July 2012 inclusive. Delegates are not to share registrations. Charges for cancellations of accommodation, particularly within one month of the conference, will be subject to the discretion of the hotel concerned and your credit card may be charged a cancellation fee levied by the hotel. In the event of industrial disruption or other unforeseen circumstances, the conference organisers and LGNZ accept no responsibility for loss of monies incurred. The conference organiser and LGNZ accept no liability for injuries/losses of whatever nature incurred by delegates and/or accompanying persons, nor for loss or damage to their luggage and/or personal belongings. Delegates, sponsors and speakers should make their own arrangements with respect to personal insurance. If, for reason beyond the control of LGNZ the Conference is cancelled, registration fees will be refunded after a deduction of expenses already incurred. LGNZ reserves the right to alter the programme, withdraw, replace or cancel speakers without notification to registered delegates. REGISTER ONLINE AT LGNZ.CO.NZ For further information contact: LGNZ Conference 2012, Conference Innovators, PO Box 7191, Christchurch 8240 T F E. annamc@conference.co.nz 16

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