public safety and nuisance bylaw submissions volume …

PUBLIC SAFETY AND NUISANCE BYLAW

SUBMISSIONS – Volume 4 Submissions 6875 TO 8074

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#6875

Have your say on the proposed changes to the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw

Feedback opens 26 October 2018 and closes 5 December 2018

Background

Aucklanders use public places everyday for playing sport, fishing, flying a drone, boating, having barbeques and picnics, or spending time with friends or whānau at the beach or park.

Sometimes, people's behaviour or their activities can cause a nuisance or risk to safety that may stop other people from using or enjoying our public places.

We make rules to protect people from nuisance or unsafe behaviours and activities in parks, beaches, civic spaces and other places accessible to the public. These rules are set out in the Auckland Council Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw 2013, Te Ture ā‐Rohe Marutau ā‐Iwi me te Whakapōrearea 2013.

Note: this version of the feedback from has been created for the purpose of publishing submissions. As such, contact and demographic information has been removed and handwritten submissions have been transcribed.

First name: Jessica Last name: Ngaika

Organisation name:

Local Board: Papakura Attachment:

Have your say on the proposed changes to the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw Proposal 1: Leaving or storing items in public places

Include bylaw wording to list construction materials, boats, shipping containers and consumer goods as items that must not be left or stored in a public place. Other items may be left provided it is not litter and does not cause a problem.

Reason

Items stored or left in public places can cause problems by getting in the way of people using those places or causing damage. The proposed change makes it easier for people to understand which items must not be left or stored on a public place rather than trying to prohibit everything. What is your opinion on this proposal?

Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?):

Proposal 2: Aggressive or intimidating behaviour around begging

Remove references to begging activity from the bylaw. Instead, the bylaw will focus on the behaviours expected of all Aucklanders in public places rather than on vulnerable people who may engage in begging activity.

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The bylaw review found that a bylaw is not effective for addressing intimidating or nuisance behavior around begging. Engagement and relationships between council staff, City Watch staff and the begging community are what makes a difference. Any nuisance or intimidating behavior could still be addressed by council with City Watch using clause 6 of the bylaw – Bad behaviour in public places.

What is your opinion on this proposal? Agree

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Proposal 3: Nuisance and safety issues relating to drones

Update the wording in the bylaw to now include drones and rules around their use over public places.

Reason

The use of drones has become much more common in public places since this bylaw was created in 2013. Drones can cause safety risks and nuisance issues. Council wants to make the rules about drones over public places clear to the public by including them in the bylaw.

What is your opinion on this proposal? Other

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Proposal 4: Controls on set netting

Make the bylaw wording clearer about how controls on recreational fishing are made.

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The proposed change provides more guidance in the bylaw about how decisions are made on restricting recreational fishing activities including set‐netting. Set‐netting is a fishing method that involves setting a net in the water to act as a netted wall and leaving it for a period.

Note: Current set‐netting restrictions would continue to apply. The Ministry for Primary Industries has restrictions on Auckland’s west coast, and Auckland Council restrictions apply on Arkles Bay, Omaha Beach, Te Haruhi Beach, Army Bay and on all regional parks.

What is your opinion on this proposal? Disagree

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Proposal 5: Setting off fireworks on public property

Keep the bylaw clause prohibiting (banning) setting off fireworks in public places.

Reason

The bylaw review found that there are still significant safety and nuisance issues with use of fireworks by the public in public places that can be addressed using the bylaw and that it is necessary to retain the ban on the use of fireworks in public places.

Note: Public firework displays in public places can still be approved by council.



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Proposal 6: Issues addressed in existing legislation and other bylaws

Note: Council would continue to respond to complaints or queries from the public about the following issues proposed to be removed from the bylaw.

a) Remove the following issues from the bylaw to instead be addressed using government legislation:

Damage to council property, car window washing, use of mind‐altering substances in public places, graffiti,

noise, fish offal, gates in parks, fireworks on private property affecting people or property in public places,

street names and property numbering.

Note: Police can already respond to issues of injury, alarm or harm to people or property in public places caused by fireworks set off on private property. Council Noise Control can also already respond to noise complaints from fireworks on private property.

b) Remove the following issues from the bylaw to instead be addressed using other Auckland Council bylaws:

Animals, signage, stormwater, vehicles on parks and beaches. However, some of these other bylaws would

need amendments to achieve this.

c) Remove legacy bylaws about fences to instead be addressed in this bylaw

Remove legacy council bylaw clauses about fences and make the wording in this bylaw clearer and easier to

understand.

Reason

The bylaw review found these issues would be better dealt with under the proposed legislation/bylaws.


Please tell us why: Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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making the bylaw clearer which activities on regional parks are managed under the bylaw

how council approves exceptions to activities on public places that would otherwise be prohibited

making the bylaw wording and format easier to understand including through related information.


#6877



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First name: Susan Last name: Godinet

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Local Board: Waitemata Attachment:



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Items stored or left in public places can cause problems by getting in the way of people using those places or causing damage. The proposed change makes it easier for people to understand which items must not be left or stored on a public place rather than trying to prohibit everything. What is your opinion on this proposal? Agree




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#6880



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First name: Amira Last name: Fathimath

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Avoid dumping of Rubbish



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Please tell us why: It is very uncomfortable to be around town with people begging. Not a good look. feel unsafe when approached by beggars.



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Please tell us why: Safety and privacy risk



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Please tell us why: Net fishing trawls a lot of sea creatures the netters do not want or intend catching. They just get rid of it.



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Please tell us why: Allow only public display. Parks are habitats for birds a lot of them endangered













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#6884



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First name: Peter Last name: Cleveland

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Local Board: Rodney Attachment:



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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Bad civic art



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Please tell us why: Seems reasonable to remove un required process



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Please tell us why: Operation of drones in airspace is the domain of the CAA. The current standards are very sensible and have had precedence set in several courts of law when broken and litigated by the police. This is as it should be.

Auckland city council as a land owner has made several key decisions since its interim policy around drone usage that have been far sighted and modern. This has allowed academic research ( which is not that well funded) to flourish in this area of technology. Any change to the current conditions and locations available for non commercial drone operation would have a significant negative impact on multiple academic programs at multiple Universities in Auckland (UoA, AUT and Massey)which are currently possible due to the sensible stance that the Auckland council currently has about access to its facilities . It should be noted that Auckland has a global reputation as a high quality venue for RPAS research. We are leaders in this field and the economic benefits are growing exponentially. It would be antithetical to good governance to change by laws around UAV access to civic space, having only recently emerged as a global leader in technology, airspace and collaboration in the unmanned Aviation sector .

Also it should be noted that drone technology and its rapid advancement is due to knowledge generation and sharing in the open source realm. This requires a healthy amateur resource to drive it, research and practice. Commercial products and operations are all derived from this phenomenon. Denying access to this essential engine of innovation would be a mistake.

In short. It is my submission to not change the policy around use of Drones/RPAS/UAVâ€™s in Auckland they are world class as they are.



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Please tell us why: 1 million people hunt fish and shoot.



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#6888



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First name: Kim Last name: Read

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#6892



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First name: Kristen Last name: Braithwaite

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#6895



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First name: Sandra Last name: Smith

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Please tell us why: I don't know anything about fishing



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Please tell us why: Support a total ban













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#6907



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First name: Rainer Last name: Hensl

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Local Board: Devonport-Takapuna Attachment:



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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): We all share public spaces and they must not be used for personal storage.




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Please tell us why: No need for this specific clause as it is covered by the general bylaw



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Please tell us why: The use of drones has become wildly unlimited and unrestricted causing privacy and safety issues.



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Please tell us why: The bylaw review found that there are still significant safety and nuisance issues with use of fireworks by the public in public places.













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making it easier for people to complain and faster for Council staff to react


#6911



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First name: Rachael Last name: Rivera

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Please tell us why: The previous wording was stereotyping and this new wording holds people to account appropriately.



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#6913



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First name: Mary Last name: Stewart

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Please tell us why: Agree that this is vital to keep this as many people are using public places to light fireworks. This disturbs wildlife and could damage public property.













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#6914



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First name: Sian Last name: Hudson

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#6918



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First name: Marcelo Last name: Zamora

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Local Board: Orakei Attachment:



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Items stored or left in public places can cause problems by getting in the way of people using those places or causing damage. The proposed change makes it easier for people to understand which items must not be left or stored on a public place rather than trying to prohibit everything. What is your opinion on this proposal? Disagree




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#6924



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First name: Maria Last name: Morris

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#6929



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First name: Jenni Last name: Verity

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Inhibits use of public spaces by others. Messy.




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Please tell us why: Never experienced this.



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Please tell us why: Privacy reasons. Safety.



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Please tell us why: Danger it poses to all marine life.



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Please tell us why: No public sale of fireworks. Have a few public fireworks display and only on the 5th November.













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#6930



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First name: Renee Last name: Jordaan

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#6939



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#6947



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First name: Deidre Last name: Bourke

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Please tell us why: its not begging thats the problem but behaviour so this makes sense.



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Please tell us why: Keep the set‐netting ban ‐ strengthen it if possible, more marine reserves and restricted areas where fish can taken place.



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Please tell us why: Keep the ban! Fireworks use needs to be more not less regulated, they are dangerous items and should not be in public hands and just able to be let off anywhere. Firefighters have a hard enough time already!













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#6950



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#6953



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First name: Janelle Last name: Robertson

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Items stored or left in public places can cause problems by getting in the way of people using those places or causing damage. The proposed change makes it easier for people to understand which items must not be left or stored on a public place rather than trying to prohibit everything. What is your opinion on this proposal? Other




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Please tell us why: I have already given my views on a total banning of fireworks in public and private.

It is ghastly, dangerous, and Guy Fawkes has no relevance to New Zealand whatsoever.

As an animal activist ....."speaking for those who cannot speak for themselves"....

I see it as nights of terror for animals and their owners (those who care about their animals). It appears most people do not care about animals or show concern for

nesting birds, rural animals or those creatures who do not have owners and left to defend themselves. Politicians need to show some spine, and totally ban fireworks for the sake of compassion and sanity. In doing this they would get way more respect.













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#6955



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First name: Anthony Last name: Hart

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I notice not once have you mentioned skate boarders in your list of nuisanaces.

I have lived on Federal Square ( behind the cathedral) and we have constant barrage of foul language , intimidation and rubbish by these idiots who repeatedly damage Council and tax payers property ( I have pictures).

The square was completely renovated appx 10 years ago at enormous expence, it now looks like a tip after the skate boarders have constantly damaged the brickwork and waterfall.

The number of skateboarders varies but no les than 5 and more than 20 on ocassions. The police are sometimes called because of the noise factor , the intimidation to passers by, and for drinking or taking drugs. But when the police come they do nothing other than to give them a talking to, unless they find drugs. The Skateboarders seem to know their rights as they often give the residents of the apartments, who are on the square, the 'middle finger'


and tell us to .....well you can imagine . But being told this by a 13/14 year old is extremely frustrating. The law needs to be changed so that these Punks cannot use the square just for THEIR pleasure , because believe me when they are there people have to give them a wide berth otherwise they get verbally abused if they walk into the path of one . Church goers and tourists walking through that park are ALL subject to abuse at the behest of the skateboarders..Its NOT right that they should be allowed to get away with damaging and making a nuisance of themselves without the council doing something about it !!Iff you check your files you will see numerous complaints about them over the years and still you do nothing ...Its a disgrace that the parents cant control these hooligans, when there is a substantial skate board park at Victoria Park, yet they txt each other to meet at Federal Sq..

Please do something !!!

I have viodeos of vandalism, intimidation and drinking..


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First name: Danielle Last name: Baines

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#6976



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First name: Jackie Last name: Dorbeck

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Please tell us why: Huge safety issue with planes and helicopters.



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Please tell us why: Would make concern for animals less.













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#6978



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First name: Kate Last name: Maslova

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First name: suelen Last name: smith

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#6981



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First name: Cecilia Last name: Roux

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): In an emergency they make evacuation very difficult.




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Please tell us why: All types of marine life is being killed in these nets.



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Please tell us why: Organised fireworks displays can be used.













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#6982



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First name: Ruth Last name: Woodward

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#6984



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First name: Patricia Last name: Daw

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Please tell us why: I disagree with begging ‐ it is not necessary in NZ and depicts a wrong image to visitors to NZ



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Please tell us why: Drones interfere with peoples private space, also are hazards to planes as has been proven ‐ they DO upset the wild life and pets.



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Please tell us why: Local authorities need to listen to electorate and also to the folk who live near the areas where nets are laid. Why do people need to lay nets ‐ its not true fishing.



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Please tell us why: Properly organised with correct safety proceedures and the public given due notice is a better way to go ‐ if we must have fire work night .













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First name: Leone Last name: Kennedy

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#6989



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First name: Chris Last name: Thompson

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): common sense.



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Please tell us why: You are not effective in dealing with begging and intimidation at present. The Grey Lynn shops have become a pretty nasty place in the last few years.



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Please tell us why: Deal with the offenders not the entire population













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#6990



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First name: Peter Last name: Larkin

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): I can't comment as I don't know what the problem is nor how widespread it is seen to be.




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Please tell us why: As an infrequent visitor to the city I can't comment as I don't know how widespread this is. I personally have not been intimated by any beggar but have occasionally felt a little bit that way with "authorized" charity collectors.



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Please tell us why: Nuisance and privacy.



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Please tell us why: I would like set netting to be banned totally as its catch is indiscriminate.



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#6992



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First name: Lindi Last name: Botes

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Please tell us why: We are entitled to privacy and all these random drones over houses are not acceptable.



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First name: Kevin Last name: Mostert

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#6996



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First name: Emily Last name: Dias

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Local Board: Maungakiekie-Tamaki Attachment:



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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Shipping containers just get in the way of everything as they are normally left on parking lots.




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Please tell us why: I do get quite scared walking next to beggars as I think they might take me and go so having this would reassure me. Also if they were to be intimidating to anyone else the city watch will be there



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Please tell us why: As much as they are fun and take really good videos I think it is for the best to apply a bylaw. Because if not used properly they can be very dangerous



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Please tell us why: To be honest I don't know much about this set netting. All I know is it is really not that good and they catch fish in the net that are the large ones which are ones that spawn more fish. By the time they find the fish in net fulls of fish that large fish would already be dead but they still would put it back in the sea which is not good.



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Please tell us why: I agree with this proposal to making a stop on the use of fireworks, for personal use. These are my opinions on banning fireworks and I am completely FOR this idea.

Letâ€™s begin with pets/animals that don't react well, to the sound fireworks cause, many are scared or anxious of the emphatic sounds. This can then lead to them running away and then you spend forever just looking for the poor little pets. They also bark which sounds normal but they usually bark for a really long time and then some neighbours don't understand that loud noises trigger there nervous system, and they place a noise complaint. A example of this happening was from last year, one of my family members has dogs, and last year on Guy Fawkes she got a complaint as her dogs a were barking and she wasâ€™nt there to make the dogs calm. She told the people who give out noise complaints that it was because of the fireworks but they didn't listen, in fact they took that as an excuse. Yes, that was only 1 time she got a noise complaint but as the years go on Guy Fawkes and fireworks keep on coming around so will more noise complaints and then eventually she would no longer have her dogs which is miserable think of!

Also fireworks do damage our lovely green New Zealand. First of all it causes pollution already motor vehicles cause about 75% of pollution and we want to reduce it so by fireworks creating 0.01% per day might seem like little but it all adds up. The particle pollution can be around the area for quite a few days. We are lucking not as many people in New Zealand do fireworks as compared to other countries be we still do fireworks that aren't good for the environment and pets.

Also just to add this one which is a crucial part and that is safety. Safety is it quite important and fireworks are quite hazardous as you have to use fire to make it blow, and many donâ€™t know how to do it safely. Some people would not even check the surroundings they use it anywhere even in really small spaces. Fire caused by fireworks is because of lack of open space.

It is extremely loud for children as well. I tried to sleep last night but couldnâ€™t until the fireworks finished which was about 10:00/11:30pm any I just found it really hard to wake up today because I had slept so late last night and this morning I needed to wake up early as I had something important. I am only 13 years old so imagine all the other kids that might be younger to me they wouldnâ€™t have been able to sleep either. Nor would adults go to sleep, and they also would have work early in the morning which we need them efficient sleep and with this noise it is nearly impossible.

Donâ€™t get me wrong I do love watching fireworks. But I am saying that people shouldnâ€™t use it for private use. I think that there should be one place like somewhere near the city that display fireworks only on the days there is something going on like New Years or Guy Fawkes, and then people can come and watch them. This is much better for everyone as no one will have any leftovers and do them the nights after, no one will get injured. There are many more good reasons to having just one big display of fireworks but this is already really long so I will just leave it there. So anyways this is why I think that we should ban fireworks. I really hope that this is something that will go through. It is very good that Auckland Council is having a vote to ban this because fireworks do effect many things and people. Thank you so much for reading my opinion on what I think.

Sincerely,

Emily














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Please tell us why: I really don't know anything about this so I am not going to agree or disagree Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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First name: Tim Last name: Watton

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): The berms have become a dumping and storage area for boats, cars, shipping containers etc. unsightly, attracts vermin blocks vehicle views and causes trip hazards for pedestrians




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Please tell us why: The behaviour is the issue, not the begging.



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Please tell us why: Drones are a safety issue and an invasion of privacy, the sale of them should be to licensed individuals only, use by the public should be banned.



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Please tell us why: Set netting should be banned altogether



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Please tell us why: Pointless, it is never enforced and completely ignored. Ban fireworks altogether is the only option













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All the laws have too many get out clauses, make it a simple not allowed, no exemptions or exceptions, but more importantly if we aren't going to enforce them then why bother?


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First name: Tom Last name: Dixon

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): If someone is silly enough to leave something for an extended period of time in public space then they should be ok with having it stolen or removed/towed at their expense.




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Please tell us why: This needs to be in combination with a huge increase in the number of programmes and amount of funding supporting the homeless.



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Please tell us why: So long as the rules follow standard practice for drones in public places that have been proven to work internationally, then yes.



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Please tell us why: Letting off fireworks in public places such as parks is much safer than on roads or in public properties, at least MOST of the time. Instead of banning, why not encourage people into parks which are appropriate for this activitiy? Ie. Not with ecology that might be impacted, not special to Mana Whenua (eg. Maunga), large enough set back from housing, presence of water. So long as we have private fireworks, the council have a responsibility to ensure that Aucklanders can use them in the safest places possible, even if the park maintenance team don't like it..













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Sort out the bylaws signage. Currently there are hundreds of different signs all over the place, which makes it extremely unlikely that I am going to read them all. Why not one clearly marked BYLAWS sign at a prominent location or entrance at each public place? Seems like a no‐brainer?


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First name: Bob Last name: WLker

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Please tell us why: Queen street has become an unpleasant and uninviting place to visit, for both locals and tourists.



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Please tell us why: Like fireworks

Can be great but abused by morons



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Please tell us why: Broken sleep for last week due to fireworks being let off on murrays bay beach













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#7011



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First name: Roseanne Last name: Silcock

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Anything left that is a business to the general public should require permission




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Please tell us why: Include all and reference begging as this can at times be intimidating



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Please tell us why: Privacy lost by drones should be included in this



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Please tell us why: Clarity on laws helps all understand



Reason





Please tell us why: Others using public places may not want or expect fireworks when attending a public place. Lack of respect for neighbours and clean up is an issue.













understand.

Reason



Please tell us why: Not enough information on current vs proposed to answer Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

For example:





#7018



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First name: Tanya Last name: Stanisich

Organisation name:

Local Board: Whau Attachment:



Reason


Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Other items to include: cars that are not running.




Reason



Please tell us why: Not all people who beg are aggressive. The aggressive behaviour should be dealt with not the begging.



Reason



Please tell us why: I have concerns about privacy.



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Please tell us why: Just this morning while walking at my local park (Eastdale Reserve) there were piles of used fireworks. These must have been let off last night (10 Nov) as they were not there yesterday. Rubbish bins were overflowing with the waste, the car park was covered with leftover fireworks, so was the basketball court. There was fireworks rubbish littering a large area. What a mess! And all 5 days after Guy Fawkes!













understand.

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Please tell us why: Noise control doesnâ€™t work for fireworks as by the time they arrive, the fireworks have usually finished. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7031



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First name: Debra Last name: Escano

Organisation name:




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Please tell us why: Privacy



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#7036



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First name: Paul Last name: Cockerton

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7038



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First name: Susanah Last name: Jackson

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7046



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First name: Saul Last name: Cheyne

Organisation name:




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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Surely this will just result in more admin work do you guys in granting permits for areas where this must happen e.g skips for city construction. This is another example of regular kiwis being discriminated against literally get a life/join a group do anything else than what you currently so with your sad sad little public servant life.




Reason



Please tell us why: Drunk/drugged/stupid people (myself included) behave like this all the time so it makes sense to put us all in one group, love your work losers keep on ruining my life with your bullshit.



Reason



Please tell us why: Donâ€™t care literally never been bothered by a drone so shouldnâ€™t have an opinion. Happy?



Reason




Please tell us why: People are dumb simple good



Reason





Please tell us why: The beach is a far safer place to set off fireworks than a residential backyard in ponsonby for example with concentration of old wooden houses. Open parks are also much safer than backyards. Thinking about it: council has to accommodate for the severest of losers in our society with their planning so your areas are most likely safer than anyoneâ€™s private property for crackers.













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Reason



Please tell us why: Donâ€™t care Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

For example:





I imagine not many of you were very popular at high school ðŸ˜‚


#7053



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First name: Brenda Last name: Gordon

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7054



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First name: Stephanie Last name: Hopkins

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7057



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First name: Ryan Last name: Sweeney

Organisation name:




Reason


Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Itâ€™s unsightly, can be dangerous, and takes away valuable space such as pedestrian access or parking spaces. There is no need to store in public spaces ‐ they just need to plan better




Reason



Please tell us why: Just outlaw begging altogether. Simple really.



Reason



Please tell us why: Theyâ€™re invasive, and the noise pollution is another factor. If the drones have cameras fitted it is a total invasion of privacy and should not be permitted without a consent process in place. People should have to apply for a consent to have a drone fitted with a camera



Reason




Please tell us why: No comment on this one



Reason





Please tell us why: For the same reasons outlined in banning the sale of fireworks. It also applies here.













understand.

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Please tell us why: No comment on this one Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7058



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First name: Prashika Last name: Manikkam

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7061



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First name: Nicole Last name: Peterson

Organisation name:




Reason


Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Agree, particularly with construction materials. I have a young child and it is dangerous and unsafe when builders and tradesmen leave their materials on the side if the road etc, on the footpath. Even though barriers are placed there, it is still unsafe.




Reason



Please tell us why: Agree, intimidating and aggressive behaviour in public should be banned outright, regardless of who is doing it (homeless or not). This should also apply to car window washers at traffic lights. They are more often than not very intimidating.



Reason



Please tell us why: New Zealand laws should change to reflect that drones should not be operated within 50 meters of another person (like in other countries). This would essentially mean that people on NZ must only operate their drone out of the city, for exmaple, in a rural area. Currently, there is a rule that to operate a drone you "must have consent from anyone you want to fly above". How is this policed in a major city like Auckland? I believe drones are a huge invasion of ones privacy, not only a safety matter. How are drones any different to someone with a video camera filming you without your knowledge?



Reason




Please tell us why: I do not have any knowledge on this matter, so I cannot comment.



Reason





Please tell us why: Private use of fireworks are a nuisance, not only to neighbors and the community, but also puts an unnecessary strain on our emergency services, who could be used for more pressing emergencies.













understand.

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#7070



Background





First name: Cheryl Last name: Willetts

Organisation name:

Local Board: I don't know my local board Attachment:



Reason


Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Its a public place not a storage yard




Reason



Please tell us why: Go walk down queen st , beggars everywhere



Reason



Please tell us why: Include private property as well as drones are highly invasive and should require a permit to be flown outside of the owners private property



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understand.

Reason




For example:




Make attending issues faster and more reliable


#7073



Background





First name: Peter Last name: Naber

Organisation name:

Local Board: Waitakere Ranges Attachment:



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understand.

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#7074



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First name: Nikita Last name: Owen

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7077



Background





First name: Keith Last name: Zanders

Organisation name:




Reason


Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Agree for shipping containers, should be completely out of sight in residential areas. Should not be able to store anything on berm without permit.




Reason



Please tell us why: Any aggressive behaviour from the begged should be dealt with. Don't forget the person being asked for money is the vulnerable one



Reason



Please tell us why: Everything from privacy to nuisance to aircraft safety



Reason




Please tell us why: Outlaw all together



Reason





Please tell us why: Keep it for the professional displays, not the amateur idiots













understand.

Reason



Please tell us why: As long as they are dealt with appropriately. Window washing is intimidating begging, outlaw that. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7082



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First name: Ryanne Last name: OLeary

Organisation name:




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Reason




Please tell us why: Also crab cages should be banned a major problem at Omaha beach raw chicken carcasses are used to attract the crabs then left of the beach in counted 12 raw chicken carcasses on day I was there a serious health and safety issue plus attracts sharks.



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understand.

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Ban smoking in areas where children are such as parks, beaches, markets etc


#7083



Background





First name: Helen Last name: Knight

Organisation name:




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Please tell us why: We have had drones fly over our garden, a total breach of privacy



Reason




Please tell us why: We must protect our ocean species much more than we are



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understand.

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#7085



Background





First name: Monique Last name: Parsons

Organisation name:

Local Board: I don't know my local board Attachment:



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understand.

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#7087



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First name: Eileen Last name: Oâ€™SUllivan

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7089



Background





First name: Donna Last name: Benefield

Organisation name:




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Please tell us why: The begging attracts antisocial behavior. If begging is allowed the behaviour happens before the police even manage to arrive (if they even bother), particularly in areas like Lincoln Heights shopping centre. Also I have seen a man begging when his partner arrived in a BMW with McDonald's for his lunch. Begging makes it easy for people to swindle from people.



Reason



Please tell us why: Drones seem to be used for scoping out houses for theft and also for peeping tom behaviour.



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understand.

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#7090



Background





First name: Dave Last name: Nealings

Organisation name:




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Please tell us why: I've prsonally witnessed and reported intimidating behaviour to police in Auckland city centre



Reason



Please tell us why: I'm concerned about privacy and in particular criminals using drones to case out people's property



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understand.

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#7091



Background





First name: Kylee Last name: Rainger

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7094



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First name: Craig Last name: Dowling

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7095



Background





First name: Wayne Last name: Pound

Organisation name:




Reason


Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Unless it has been approved and for a defined time goods o this nature cannot be abandoned.




Reason



Please tell us why: People are responsible for their own actions and to intimidate the public or cause a nuisance should be apprehended and controlled accordingly.



Reason



Please tell us why: We have drones pestering our homes often .

We may be relaxing in lounge chairs outside and next minute there is a drone above watching .

Personal privacy invaded !!!!!



Reason




Please tell us why: If it is approved by the Primary Industries and rules and regs set then that is o k




Reason




Please tell us why: Fireworks cause a lot of issues.

It is celebrating an outdated event because of the dangerous issues around same. Why celebrate something that causes , loss of property, injuries to persons not to mention the work load on Hospitals , Police , Fire Brigades.

Then we have the costs of loss ‐ caused by a senseless act from some numskull. And with the population increasing there are more and more coming onto the scene.













understand.

Reason



Please tell us why: With the increasing population and people that simply don't know or understand a council by‐law sometimes I think it should be legislated by Parliament.


Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

For example:




Dogs.

Would like to see harsher penalties on the owners.


#7099



Background





First name: Christopher Last name: Mullard

Organisation name:




Reason





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Please tell us why: Makes it feel unsafe to walk along the street ‐ esp Queen Street



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Please tell us why: It's dangerous and unnecessary













understand.

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#7102



Background





First name: Tessa Last name: Kelly

Organisation name:




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Please tell us why: I agree with the bad behaviour changes but also feel that begging is intimidating weather or the person is trying to I donâ€™t feel like it should be put in my face so I feel that we should keep the no begging law as well



Reason



Please tell us why: I believe there should be places people should be allowed to use them but with rules like not foucusing on filming people with out there permissions and not to allow the use of the over private houses



Reason




Please tell us why: I donâ€™t have enough idea our this so couldnâ€™t not vote other than to say as along as what we are doing is keeping in line with substantial fishing



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understand.

Reason



Please tell us why: To much to vote either way on Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7103



Background





First name: Claire Last name: Warin

Organisation name:




Reason


Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): The parking of large commercial trucks on private streets over night. We have someone who parks a huge freight truck on our road at night and I think it should be at a depot as it impedes traffic




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understand.

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#7109



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First name: Sarah Last name: Wiklund

Organisation name:




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Please tell us why: Itâ€™s is imperative that we have freedom of choice. Just because people are reckless driving doesnâ€™t mean private means of transport should be banned. Just because people are reckless when boating or not swimming between the flags doesnâ€™t mean boating or swimming should be banned. Stop all these obsessive compulsive types who want to ruin fun for the sensible people out there. Generations of freedom to enjoy guy fawkes in NZ should NOT be changed. And for all those that say why would we celebrate the near blowing up of parliament, itâ€™s about celebrating that it wasnâ€™t, and turning the bad into good!













understand.

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#7111



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First name: selena Last name: viesnik

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7112



Background





First name: Jacqueline Last name: Joseph

Organisation name:

Local Board: Waiheke Attachment:



Reason


Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): I don't have a problem with kayaks or small dingys being left on the beach shore as long as they are left tidily with room for people to move unrestricted through, access, sitting around etc

I don't have a problem with the houseboats in Putiki Bay either & would hate for this feedback to be a vehicle to remove them, I thought I was answering one on fireworks!




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Intrinsically, I have a problem with fireworks being let off in the evening as it causes my dog who is old, alot of stress & harm. Last night, they were still being let off. It's really unfair & incredibly selfish, not to mention harmful to our native wildlife! If I ring the Police, is there a legal leg to stand on? I would like a law change so that people like this can no longer let fireworks off in their backyard. New Years is looming & people like this stockpile for nights like this, where the fire risk is far greater. It is a real danger. As our local authority, there should be laws put in place to protect us. This is a genuine threat! Thank you


#7115



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First name: John Last name: Levien

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7118



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First name: Andrew Last name: Faulkner

Organisation name:




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Please tell us why: Beggars are people too, not an asset or object. Please consider larger implications of why there are beggars. I do not have enough time to cover the reasons but it is pretty clear there is a shortage of housing and jobs in Auckland.



Reason



Please tell us why: I am a drone user and I make sure that safety and privacy are adhered to before operating.

There is an unnecessary fear of this equipment. ( mobile phones have more chance of unnecessary or unlawful images than drones)



Reason




Please tell us why: I agree, but what about commercial fishing in the Gulf? We have no left.

This is not because of recreational fishing.



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Please tell us why: As mentioned above. This is a danger to surrounding property catching fire plus is scaring native and domestic fauna.













understand.

Reason



Please tell us why: This needs to broken up in numerous subjects. Too many to agree or disagree. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7119



Background





First name: Robyn Last name: Manuel

Organisation name:




Reason


Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Please include kayaks, boats etc left at beaches.




Reason



Please tell us why: I don't like the begging community (homeless, vulnerable people) being targeted.



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Please tell us why: * fireworks are dangerous

* they terrify animals (and some people)













understand.

Reason



Please tell us why: I do not know enough about all of these issues to have an informed opinion. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

For example:





#7127



Background





First name: Kylie Last name: Connell

Organisation name:




Reason


Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): It's sensible



Reason




Please tell us why: As a former city dweller (Lorne St), I refused to traverse Queen Street on any given day due to the level of harassment of beggars who are mostly just opportunists (I was more than aware of the one or two true homeless men who had lived in the area for years) reaching from just about every doorway along the street. It presents a terrible picture of Auckland and its harassment no matter what label you want to put on it.



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Please tell us why: Working for an organisation that uses drones (for land research) we are very mindful of the impact that drones have on privacy and safety if not used properly. Recent news reports also demonstrate the impact on the misuse of drones and I personally feel that citizens must have a license to use them and that if one lands on your property you have the right to hand to the police (or destroy it), if a license has not been obtained.



Reason




Please tell us why: I think more needs to be done on the rape and pillage of our coastlines, particularly by immigrants. This isn't a racist statement, I have witnessed this personally on several occasions along the west coast where Asian people are backpacked to the hilt and climbing rocks along the coastline in order to take as much as they can. I would like it banned to be honest.




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Please tell us why: Unless its a council sanctioned event, fireworks aren't needed.













understand.

Reason



Please tell us why: If the council can demonstrate why they feel that the government will Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7128



Background





First name: Lydia Last name: Gwynne

Organisation name:




Reason


Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): agree, make it super clear what is and isnt allowed




Reason



Please tell us why: unsure, but sounds useful. Needs to be a bit more clear as to what this is solving exactly...



Reason



Please tell us why: restricting places and licenses for drones would be great. People are using drones for the wrong reasons and the penalty just isnt high enough. People's houses are being robbed! very much agree on tightening laws around this.



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Please tell us why: agree.



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Please tell us why: agree completely, ensures safety, proper use of emergency services so these arent wasted and sustainability too. They are so disruptive to people sleeping, animals and children when they are not in a controlled environment.













understand.

Reason



Please tell us why: unsure Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

For example:




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#7133



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First name: James Last name: Little

Organisation name:




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understand.

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Please tell us why: Unsure. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7135



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First name: Donna Last name: Kutia

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7140



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First name: Deryn Last name: Angus

Organisation name:




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understand.

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#7151



Background





First name: Selina Last name: Tu'u

Organisation name:

Local Board: Puketapapa Attachment:



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understand.

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Please tell us why: Noise control: I have called Noise Control on many occasions, and they have not responded in time (which can take over 2 hours wait) or when they arrive usually don't bother to assess the situation, as they may be intimidated by the noise makers. They have proved very disappointing and useless in 90% of the times I've called. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

For example:




Extremely loud music or 'sirens' from car stereos and modified amplifiers or subs in vehicles that use the roads. There are so many inconsiderate drivers of this kind, unfortunately, many are Pacific Islanders (Tongans especially) who like to give people heart attacks when they drive by and suddenly blast out their music, the worst of them are late in the evenings when the streets are peaceful and quiet. These motorists need to be fined or have their amps and sirens and subs confiscated. Absolute nuisance.


#7153



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First name: Ekaterina Last name: Turner

Organisation name:




Reason


Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): I agree



Reason




Please tell us why: I agree



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Please tell us why: Focus on banning alcohol use instead of such small, minute things. Alcohol causes a lot more problems.



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Please tell us why: Allow public fireworks display. This will increase a sense of community. Not everyone will like it, but most people would appreciate a night that reminds them of New Year.













understand.

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#7155



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First name: Aaron Last name: Young

Organisation name:

Local Board: Waitakere Ranges Attachment: Yes



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Please tell us why: I disagree with the proposed changes based on the points below:

1. Current nuisance legislation is making the issue worse by denying the public safe spaces, such as beaches and parks and needs to be changed. This leads to greater safety concerns and issues. This statute should be removed.

I am an avid fireworks enthusiast, animal lover and environmental champion and I value fireworks and the Guy Fawkes celebrations. Fire was one of humanity's most defining tools and we should be able to continue to celebrate it with private fireworks.

Thank you very much for your time, consideration and providing the online space to voice my thoughts.













understand.

Reason




For example:


I disagree with the proposed changes based on the points below:

1. The potential harm to people and animals is not exceptional or disproportionate compared with

the harm that results from most other human activities such as driving, keeping animals, sports,

eating luxury or junk food.

One of the primary reasons for the proposed ban is to prevent injury and distress to people and

animals, yet there are countless activities, products and practices which are not considered a

nuisance but result in far more fatalities, injuries and harm to animal life.

Some examples of nuisances or clear threats to life are:

- Automobiles and all vehicles: These represent a clear and constant danger and cause tremendous

loss of life to people and animals alike. Not to mention the nuisance of excessive speed, modified

vehicles, the known carcinogenic effects of petrol, oils, engine coolant and so on. Additionally the

ongoing cost to society and the environment is not even considered. Likewise the constant air

pollution is shocking and almost completely unregulated. But, would be ban private use of motor

vehicles and only allow the use of public transport?

- Bicycles, Motorcycles and all two Wheeled Transport: Two-wheeled travel is arguably one of the

riskiest forms of travel which you can use, especially on Auckland roads and streets. Fatalities and

severe injury are common and there seems in light of the proliferation of 4 wheeled vehicles and

public transport, largely unnecessary. Yet would we ban bikes, motorcycles and scooters?

- Alcohol, Cigarettes and Sugar: The nuisances and harm caused by these three substances and the

overindulgence in them leads to major loss of human life and impact all emergency and social

services. Yet, they are not required to live a healthy life, but do lead to many fatalities, assaults and

result in vastly more engagement of public resources. Would be ban the use of these substances for

private consumption on this basis?

- Pets and farm animals: The keeping of pets is a luxury and life choice and in the case of dogs,

horses and any medium sized animals there are numerous attacks on humans, injuries inflicted to

animals and by animals as well as the widespread environmental impact of maintaining the open

paddocks required for larger animals. Cats, while cute and cuddly kill all smaller life forms without

hesitation and lead to uncalculated loss of native animal life. Yet would we ban the keeping an care

of these animals due to the damage they do and impact they represent?

- Regarding the Treatment of Animals: The number of animals which are abused or abandoned or

put to sleep or simply "destroyed" by all manner of accidental as well as legal means is almost

incalculable. Why are fireworks being proposed to be banned when farmers actively kill all manner

of non-native species such as pukekos, ducks, and hawks with everything from guns, to maiming

traps to poison? Why are we proposing to ban fireworks when countless cats, dogs and even people

are killed by vehicles every year? Why do we not ban the private keeping of all animals, not for

industry, as a result of many individual instances of neglect or abuse? The concern for animal

wellbeing and the impact of fireworks again seems to be in stark contrast with the way that animals

are treated in or impact our society.

- Fast food: Heart attack and diabetes are rampant in our societies and are among the leaders in

premature death rates of people. The rubbish and waste generate by the industries that provide it is

almost incalculable. Would we ban McDonald's or KFC because of it?

- Play grounds: Many consider the noise of screaming children a nuisance, children are often

traumatic to pets and the equipment at playgrounds leads to significant amounts of injury if not loss

of life. Yet would we ban playgrounds for the greater good?

- Based on the few items listed above, it seems that the basis for this proposal is not the protection

of human and animal life, as there are far greater threats which are engaged in on a daily basis with

complete acceptance, rather the distaste of fireworks by a segment of the population. Should we ban

something simply because it seems distasteful? Should we ban something because it involves

physical risk? If so then perhaps we should review all accident claims to ACC as a guideline for

banning risky behaviour?

2. The fear of fireworks is valid, however the regulation of fear and other emotions through the

legal system is not the role or responsibility of the council nor the government. Reason, rationality

and common sense should instead be the measure of proposed law.

Fear of fireworks seems to be at the core of the proposal to ban fireworks. They very essence of

fireworks seems to be to invoke fear from those who do not like them. The fear of getting burned,

the fear of being scared by them, the fear of people abusing them. The same fears apply to peoples

pets and animals as well as native animals. The stories of late of a mature horse dying being

attributed to fireworks anxiety, previous stories of birdlife dying as a result of anxiety. Then the

stories of abusing animals deliberately with fireworks and the proposal that banning them will stop

this.

Fear is a very powerful motivator and driver of change. However, change driven by fear without

clear basis in fact is dangerous. There is no counter to a person's fear, it is simply there and like

many thing does not require logic, reason, rationality or common sense to justify it. It seems that

above all, the council proposal to ban the private sale of fireworks is based on people's fears first

and foremost. To those who do not like, nor want to participate in Guy Fawkes or fireworks the

sounds and flashes can be frightening. But then so can a barking or snarling dog. To livestock

keepers, pet owners and animal lovers alike it is natural to be afraid for their companions and

project their fears and human assumptions onto them. But then why are we not calling for the ban of

a wide variety of animals based on people who fear walking about a bulls paddock or getting bitten

or kicked by a horse? Why do we not ban dogs and cats for all of the examples of people be

attacked, scratched and most importantly frightened by them?

Should the council be proposing a ban to prevent fear? Should the council be engaged in trying to

control human feelings through law? To me it seems that this is a very slippery slope.

We should respect people's right to feel however they feel and help them with those feelings.

However, if we are to begin banning personal freedoms and rights to engage in activities based on

fear and feelings we need to question the society which we live in. Again, do we ban pets when

people voice their fear of them? Do we ban media and free speech when people are afraid to debate

and discuss other viewpoints? Shouldn't our feelings of joy at using fireworks also be respected and

protected?

3. Concerns over the consumption of public services and funds in responding to fireworks related

incidents are also far lower than the wastage of public funds and money in many other areas and

should not be a basis for proposing the ban.

With regards to the intentional harm to people, animals or property, there is already ample

legislation regarding the disciplining and punishment of individuals. A widespread ban should not

be the solution to address abuses by a handful of individuals, that should be the jurisdiction of

existing legislation and the police as a matter of enforcement. This is what we as a society gladly

pay the police and fire services and ambulance services for. Again the regularity with which our

public servants are called upon to deal with vehicular injuries, domestic violence, drug and alcohol

related crimes, neighbour animosity vastly dwarfs the additional callouts resulting during the Guy

Fawkes season and hand full of days fireworks are sold. Why is the line of acceptable risk being

drawn at fireworks and not the largest areas of public resource consumption? If this is one of the

driving factors of the proposal, then why is council spending on infrastructure, bureaucracy and

capital works not under greater scrutiny. Simply saying that fireworks have an impact or cost to the

public in insufficient. If cost to the public is to be the motivator for this proposal, I recommend that

we take a look at how the council spends the taxpayers rates and levies across the board.

Do we ban fireworks because the police get called out to manage an incident or the fire prevention

services or ambulance services? Or should we instead look at the financial impact in context of all

other sources of callouts and interventions and determine funding appropriately?

4. Current nuisance legislation is making the issue worse by denying the public safe spaces, such as

beaches and parks and needs to be changed.

While the implementation of current nuisance laws regarding the use of fireworks on public land,

especially beaches and parks, seems like it would be beneficial, the actual result is that people in are

now forced to use riskier locations, to use fireworks to celebrate. While the impact on the council

and parks must be considered and evaluated, this has effectively removed some of the safest

locations for people to use fireworks responsibly. At the beach the combination of sand and water

are ideal in terms of safety and protection. Likewise, at public parks there is much more room for

people to get to the safe distances recommended on the packaging when using fireworks. Instead

the public are forced to use fireworks in much closer quarters. Closer to property, to people and to

pets.

Additionally, the vague and arbitrarily restrictive regulations banning the sale of certain types of

fireworks adds to the problem. The current restrictions mean there what we use rarely changes or is

improved. Retailers are unwilling to try new fireworks even if they would be safer, less noise or

more environmental packaging as it is too financially risky and the regulations too restrictive.

These two pieces of legislation combined result in an environment where you cannot let off

fireworks at a safe location and that they will almost always be a certain power. For example if you

wanted to use a sparkler at the beach, you have to buy more powerful fireworks to obtain them and

use them on your deck/front lawn/out the window. We should be enabling people who do enjoy

fireworks to use them in safe spaces and encourage responsibility rather than propose a ban when

the existing legislation is contributing to the issue. Perhaps if people were encouraged to use such

safe spaces we could even see a return of beloved rockets and other such classics.

Lastly with regards to safety in public spaces, there are numerous simple designs for racks and re-

enforcements which allow people to safely place the more powerful fireworks, such as large roman

candles and 'cake boxes' without the need to be close when they are discharged. Perhaps a small

change in acceptance and attitude could actually make the greatest difference?

5. Fireworks are inherently packaged in almost entirely recyclable or compostable packaging and

due to limited use throughout the year are insignificant compared with the food industries,

construction practices and many others. An alternative to banning is public education in general

regarding leaving no trace in the environment.

A less vocalized argument, though equally important is one of the rubbish and litter generated

during the use of fireworks. There are countless cardboard tubes wrapped in plastic, small plastic

tubes from the whistling ones and thick clay plugs in the bottom of every firework. This is

definitely a concern, especially near water. However we live in an age where it is almost impossible

to buy food from the shops which is not packaged in single use plastics, foam, paper and cardboard.

Should we ban food packaging or acknowledge it is an issue and find alternatives?

The construction industries result in countless tons of metal, wood, gib, insulation and plastic waste

and most of that goes straight to the tip. Should we ban construction waste or work toward vastly

more recycling?

Almost all products which are manufactured these days are also extensively packaged in largely

non-recycled packaging. Should we ban the importation of the products or instead ask and invest in

less or better packaging?

Pet dogs and livestock constantly leave waste all through our cities and countryside. Worse in some

ways is that dog poo is then scooped into a single use plastic bag left to live indefinitely and often

on public land and in council rubbish bins. Livestock waste results in toxic run-off polluting our

waterways and destroying native live. Should we ban these animals as a result or address the issue

and find a responsible alternative?

The same can be said of all of our industries from dairy to meat to metal refineries to power

generation. Can we even ban these or even find a healthier way of conducting business?

For fireworks should be ban them or find a better way? In our neighbourhood we collect all waste

as soon possible and collect it in our own rubbish bins. Personally, I either burn all of the paper

waste in the wood burner or simply compost it. Again this seems to be more a matter of education

and personal responsibility than of justification for a ban.

6. Fireworks are highly valuable as the entertainment they provide to young and old as well as

providing valuable lesson to our youth on fire handling and responsibility and rubbish removal from

public spaces.

Perhaps one of the main issues is what value is there in fireworks vs pets vs other luxuries? Many of

the complaints I have read are from pet owners, livestock owners and others afraid of the perceived

danger of fireworks. Many of the other dangerous activities listed above are vastly more risky and

costly to the individual and public yet we would not dream of depriving people of the freedom to

travel at their leisure as they choose. We wholly accept the keeping of non-native pets, livestock and

species because of the joy which animals bring to our lives. We whole heartedly consume all

manner of substances because of how they taste or make us feel, though we know there will be far

reaching consequences. We accept the risk and danger of public playgrounds as well as many

experiences as just a normal part of childhood development. So why is the council proposing a ban

on fireworks?

I and many, many others love the shows of light and fire. The delight in our and our children's faces

as we take cardboard and paper and wire and turn it into magical displays of light and sound. We

celebrate various occasions as humans have for thousands of years by shouting, making noise and

light and community in the night. We teach our children how to handle and treat with respect the

powerful displays with our own hands and words in a way that simply sitting back and letting a big

display happen. My family and neighbours all teach pitch in to clean up as we go whenever we set

off fireworks of any kind. I always take my kids out to pick up any spent cases and bits of rubbish

that result (the bulk of which is merely packed clay and cardboard). Fireworks are a fantastic

opportunity for bringing the community together and sharing examples of responsibility and

accountability. Additionally as part of the community we act responsibly with our fireworks and

keep their use to reasonable times of the day or night. We actively discourage risky behaviour and

talk with people who do not. To me fireworks are of tremendous value and represent freedom,

responsibility and fun. The main cost of which is tidying up after ourselves, and striving to leave no

trace and perhaps an uncomfortable conversation with someone.

Why is the value of one person's right to keep animals responsibly valued over my right to use

fireworks responsibly? Why is the right for people to drive in cars or take a bicycle ride on the

street responsibly of more value over my right to share fireworks with my neighbourhood

responsibly?

7. The proposal to ban private sale and use of fireworks is not in keeping with free and responsible

society and should be discarded. Instead I propose that we change the nuisance law to allow the

responsible use of public open space for fireworks celebration as a safer alternative to just private

residence. Additionally the wording of allowable fireworks needs significant rewording to allow for

greater product flexibility for the consumer and retailer alike.

Given the points above, I absolutely agree that a change in the nuisance laws is required with

regards to fireworks. However I do not agree with the proposed ban. My proposals for changes to

this and other legislation are:

1. Change current nuisance laws to allow the use of fireworks in public spaces and create signage to

encourage responsible use and clean-up of these areas to increase the amount of safe space for the

celebration of fireworks.

2. Change the current legislation regarding the importing, sale, storage and handling of fireworks to

use current pyrotechnic industry language and standards regarding sound levels and area of

pyrotechnic effect allowed. Remove the restrictions which are based on gross weight of

pyrotechnics and package and use weight of composition and chemicals only as it is much clearer

and industry accepted and published. Additionally modify or add wording which encourages

importing and testing of pyrotechnics which better conform to the legislation and are in

environmentally friendly packaging. Lastly, remove the stipulations preventing the sale of devices

such as sparklers except with other pyrotechnics. Instead leave this aspect to the law to the police

and judge and control improper use of fireworks.

3. For pet owners, increase awareness of products and practices for comforting and remaining with

them during the Guy Fawkes holiday season. Such as homeopathic stress relievers, providing

physical comfort and verbal reassurance as well as increasing responsibility for awareness and

respect for neighbours and animals alike.

4. Encourage retailers to use industry standards and labels to illustrate and describe the effects

which pyrotechnics offer so that the public has a clearer indication of what to expect.

5. Lastly we need to separate out our desire for a perfect world with no fear, no harm, no suffering,

no death vs the cost of trying to put it in place as well as those who desire such a thing. My opinion

is that we should be striving to do what we love and enjoy and share it with others. I love doing

these things with fireworks and look forward to my family and community continuing to enjoy

them while learning to be responsible and accountable.

I am an avid fireworks enthusiast, animal lover and environmental champion and I value fireworks

and the Guy Fawkes celebrations. Fire was one of humanity's most defining tools and we should be

able to continue to celebrate it with private fireworks.

Thank you very much for your time, consideration and providing the online space to voice my

thoughts.

Respectfully yours,

Aaron Young


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First name: Hannah Last name: Cameron

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): ‐It's messy and an eyesore.

‐It's dangerous and hazardous.




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Please tell us why: I feel intimidated by beggars in Auckland City.

it harms our Tourism industry.

Begging harms public safety.



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Please tell us why: If it is banned in most public places, then you would only be able to fly them on your own land which almost defeats the purpose of them. ‐ to get stunning images and videos of different landscapes and areas.

most drone owners should be respect of the people in their environment and not fly them around people anyway.



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Please tell us why: over fishing is already a serious problem.

Nets can be hazardous and dangerous to the public.




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Please tell us why: ‐Thousands of families let off fireworks every year safely and it's not fair for them to ban it because of a few bad apples.

‐ If people are prepared to accept the risks involved in using fireworks then they should be allowed to do so.

‐It's a day of celebration.

‐The vast majority of adults let off their fireworks safely, at a respectful hour on their own property without damage to the land or any annoyance to the neighbours.

‐They are not dangerous when used correctly, safely in an open area. The fireworks available for home use are not very powerful compared to what you would find at a public event.

‐Children and under 18 year olds, shouldn't be using fireworks at all anyway ‐ these are the people who majority get injured or let them off in parks.

‐While I do know about the effect it has on animals, it is up to the owners to take their pets inside and other precautions not the general public. (As i do with my own pets)














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Please tell us why: If it clears up the law and makes it easier to solve these problems then I agree with the changes Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7159



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First name: Milly Last name: Su

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Agree and Disagree

Some people are leaving items outside their curb knowing some people drives around picking up metal parts to sell for their daily lives; some people leaving items outside to give away for free.

Because the Council changed the annual inorganic rubbish collection, people have more than one cubic metre of items to be thrown out in a year; hiring bins, or taking to a waste collection place charges more than they can pay for one trailer load, people of course going to dump it for free in the parks, on the curbs, which they think they


are entitled to because they had pay their rates, taxes, that goes towards the tidying up of parks and public places.



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Please tell us why: Auckland is getting expensive to live in, people do whatever they can to survive, even by begging. I find professional sales and door to door sales people intimidating.



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Please tell us why: People should have more training, as they get into people's privacy. I had seen drones flying and floating around my house. Maybe apply for a license with legitimate reasons to fly and record videos and taking photos such as the property industry, taking photos of the houses being sold; or special license for one off school project etc.



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Please tell us why: Our neighbours have been good this year, only set of during the periods of 2nd to 5th. I have seen people setting off by road side, and also on the roads after midnight when there are lesser or no cars on the road (this was on Pakuranga Road).

I rather see the Fireworks retailers do something about it. There should be a licensed designated area for retailers to sell and people to buy and use, and fireworks staff members at the area make sure people are using it safe and tidy up the place afterwards. Just like the On License of Sales of Liquor, and this put restriction on people taking them home.













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Please tell us why: Window washers, they are not a registered business, and the detergent they use are not professional glass cleaners, and could damage the paint on your car. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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First name: Deniz Last name: Morskoj

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#7167



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First name: Leigh Last name: Penman

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#7170



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First name: ian Last name: mountjoy

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Nuisance to others, & potential eyesore depending on item stored.




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Please tell us why: Begging should be illegal; fullstop! In NZ we have more than enough free social assistance available to those in need.



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Please tell us why: But UTIMATELY, fireworks should be BANNED. Follow Australia.













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#7171



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First name: Ed Last name: Hayes

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Please tell us why: Agree to treat begging issues as bad behaviour and not a separate bylaw but ensure that background and mental health of beggars considered



Reason



Please tell us why: Absolutely, already seeing drones above our property invading our privacy. Also, they are encroaching on public places where you are trying to escape city noise and technology. Ensure public parks are drone free.



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Please tell us why: I think the bylaw is not being enforced, but shouldn't be an excuse for getting rid of it. Too easy for people to assume that their local park is their own fireworks playground, disturbing neighbours













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#7181



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First name: Julie Last name: East

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#7184



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First name: Chris Last name: Morton

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Please tell us why: It is an anachronism in todayâ€™s Auckland. It s also extremely stressful for my two pet dogs.

It also causes damage to Council public property and costs the ratepayers for all the call outs etc.













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#7186



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First name: Jo Last name: Morton

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Please tell us why: Needless damage to public property from a celebration that is an anachronism in present day Auckland. In addition my two pet dogs are put under extreme stress for the period leading up to and the week after Guy Fawkes night.













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#7191



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First name: Helen Last name: Fletcher

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Please tell us why: Long overdue ‐ ban it ASAP. Causes more harm than good.













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#7195



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First name: Celia and Hugh Last name: Martin

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Please tell us why: beggers are intimidating and make us feel unsafe



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Please tell us why: This issue needs addressing ‐ an area where technology has moved faster than bylaws.



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Please tell us why: The use of fireworks in unsupervised private backyards is very dangerous with serious accidents occurring every year and the extended period of usage beyond the one night of 5 November disturbs the peace, not to mention the distress caused to pets in the neighbourhood.













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As a senior citizen who loves to walk in the area, particularly the water course area between Howick/Millhouse Drive/Lloyd Elsmore Park, I am constantly frustrated by people on bikes on a narrow path who assure the right of way is automatically theirs. The use of a bell would be helpful, or even shouting ahead "about to pass" and certainly consideration should be shown to pedestrians which is not currently the case. Some places have large signs that courtesy is required on shared pathways, and a suggested speed limit. My comments also apply to the new scooters on public footpaths ‐ in my opinion motorised vehicles should be banned from FOOT paths where were designed for FOOT TRAFFIC ONLY.


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First name: Holly Last name: Roberts

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#7200



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First name: Hiroka Last name: Kobayashi

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Please tell us why: They do not follow the rules.

Stop selling fire works.













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Stop selling fire works. It is just entertainment.

Every year we have trouble with fire works such as injury, noise, fire.

We strongly resist to selling fire works.


#7207



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First name: Aimee Last name: Reilly

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): It shouldn't be done anyway



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Please tell us why: Not their place to do this













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#7209



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First name: Susan Last name: Andrews

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Long term car parking including on the road berm and damage incurred as a result.




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Please tell us why: Still intimidating without being overtly aggressive.



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#7212



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First name: Dennis Last name: Brimble

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Please tell us why: I believe drone users (both private & commercial) should be the ones that prescribe conditions regulating drone use in conjunction with Council.



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Please tell us why: Many are being penalized for the few who transgress.

Nothing has really changed since I was a child mid last century as we also had personal injuries, damage to property, disturbed animals & noise issues even then. Statistics only reflect an increased population.

What has changed is an improvement in education of the general population in conjunction with the rising of a "grievance mentality" which now in the last decade is finding voice.

This voice is not representative of the whole population but of a tech savvy middle class. The lower working class (the greater population) who takes succor & refuge in personal & family celebrations, which include family fireworks, often do not have the luxury of time & money to protest through media & lobbies.

Many cultures new to NZ, of whom some find language a barrier to understanding, will not be able to celebrate in their traditional ways.

I believe greater public education around their (fireworks) use & user social responsibilities while increasing penalties targeting offenders would if a correct balance was achieved suffice.













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Please tell us why: In regard to graffiti art, the Tag Out Trust should be required to provide written proof that any graffiti art they remove was NOT sanctioned by the property owner. That if they remove any graffiti art that they cannot provide this proof they will be prosecuted for causing damage to property under the appropriate Act. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?


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#7217



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First name: Heidi Last name: Altmann

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Aside from being a nuisance, it looks unsightly.




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#7218



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First name: Julia Last name: Cuthbert

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Kayaks especially following storms as have damaged trees they are chained to and have caused an eyesore as so many strewn around.




Reason



Please tell us why: Have been confronted by aggressive intimadating behaviour from beggars which is very uncomfortable. This is also unacceptable if visitors to Auckland are also exposed to such aggression. You should feel safe going about your business.



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Please tell us why: Have been uncomfortably close to drones several times once from a safety point of view and the other to do with privacy. They should be strictly regulated with owners registered so they can be held accountable.



Reason




Please tell us why: With fish stocks being depleted surely restrictions are imperative to conserve marine life for future generations.



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Please tell us why: Never been a fan of fireworks as an animal lover. Too many injuries to bystanders is also another reason.













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#7219



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First name: Claudia Last name: Williams

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Same as the reason outlined above, as well as that the presence of these things can encourage the discarding/storage of more items by appearing to be (or actually being) waste.




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Please tell us why: Same as the reason outlined above, it seems an unnecessary distinction.



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Please tell us why: As above, they can pose safety and nuisance issues as well as privacy invasion. I think clarity around what's allowed and what isn't is needed.



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Please tell us why: I do not agree with net‐setting or commercial fishing standards at present, so think further clarification and restrictions can only be a good thing.



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Please tell us why: As previously outlined for proposal 1. I don't believe the safety risks are worth the gamble on people behaving responsibly, when a simple control around the way in which they engage with the activity will still allow them to enjoy it.













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Please tell us why: I'm not sure; if I'm understanding correctly then all of these things will still be dealt with, just using a different classification, in which case I agree. Not 100% confident I'm understanding correctly though hence "other". Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7220



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First name: Reilly Last name: Rawlinson

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#7221



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First name: Thomas Last name: Sinclair

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Please tell us why: Electric Scooters should have a ready means of Identifying the User.

An easily read or Photo'd "Number Plate" should be attached to the scooter so that it can be identified and "snapped" by the public when being used in a way that causes Nuisance or Safety issues.

The photo could be sent to the Hire Company with the time noted, then the company would warn the rider regarding their behavior.

It the same rider/hirer was sent say 3 warnings they would be banned from hiring

Consider adjusting the maximum allowable speed.



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#7223



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First name: Ginni Last name: Orchiston

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Please tell us why: We have had drones perking on our spa pool, we also have children whom we donâ€™t want peeves on . I believe drones need to be microchipped & licenced , an in‐line register to state who, when & where one is in use . If a Reale estate agent is useing one for photos & then we can see that by checking an online site, but if itâ€™s private use & being a nuisance thatâ€™s another thing. I once also saw one being used to harass a flock of native birds which obviously isnâ€™t acceptable . Strict laws on drones is important in my eyes



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We would really like a break from noise pollution once a week, say a Sunday in our residential area all we hear is weed eaters & mowers , if they were used only between say 12noon‐3pm that would be nice, itâ€™s really annoying to be trying to have a peaceful time on a Sunday morning disrupted also evening needs a break from the noise, Iâ€™m only asking for once a week & I realise some people that Sunday is their only chance to mow but consideration for others is important


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First name: Deb Last name: Gibbons

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Please tell us why: Because too many innocent creatures get caught in nets personally don't agree with netting full stop



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Please tell us why: No fireworks on public property whatsoever they cause distress to animals and get in the hands of idiots unfortunately













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#7235



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First name: Brett Last name: Hobbs

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Please tell us why: I don't think we should have bylaws specific to vulnerable people just because it is uncomfortable. Dealing with behavior of all people is a better method of dealing with aggressive people who may be classing their actions as begging.



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Please tell us why: because the current wording covers them but some do not realise that a drone is another name for a UAV or model aircraft or other existing names.



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Please tell us why: ban these over fireworks.



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#7237



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First name: Mary Last name: Atilano

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Please tell us why: I'm all for the "focus on the behaviors expected of all Aucklanders in public places" however squatters/beggars must be moved off the streets. How about starting a housing facility where they can earn their stay by volunteering their hours for community work? There are a lot of projects they can do. Garbage monitoring, street sweeping, gardening, beautification on public places that have been vandalized.



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Please tell us why: Aside from banning or curbed use of drones over public places, they must be banned form flying over other peoples property. Once they go over someones property, the drone can be captured/confiscated by property owner (or dweller).



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Please tell us why: Don't sell loud fireworks, don't sell fireworks that has a significant amount (height) of flame shooting out (fountains). Perhaps we can still have sparklers if sale is going to allowed.

If you don't have it already, then please create a site/page/number we can quickly lodge complaints / send reports to.

Ban setting off fireworks on any nights other than 5th of Nov ‐ anything before or after that is just inconsiderate.













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#7244



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First name: Nikki Last name: Bell

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): No opinion



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Please tell us why: See other fireworks response













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Please tell us why: No opinion Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7246



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First name: Rohit Last name: Singla

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Hazards



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Let us make NZ the best environment responsible country


#7249



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First name: Tumanako Last name: Rikihana

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): no comment



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Please tell us why: Beggars need help. They don't reduce themselves to begging because they're "living the dream." Any aggressive or intimidating behaviours should always be discouraged. I don't feel it should be related only to beggars but to all people.



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Please tell us why: Not just safety risks and nuisance issues ‐ but also privacy issues.



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Please tell us why: Only for the safety of the general public. Signs would be great to alert us that this a set‐netting area so we may choose not to swim there.



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Please tell us why: For obvious safety reasons, its important that fireworks be in a controlled environment and set off by person(s) whom are trained in the proper conditions for the use of fireworks. Especially in public. Its too easy for immature young people to let off fireworks in crowded spaces, causing harm to others and surrounding areas and businesses.













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no other comments


#7252



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First name: Clive Last name: Adlam

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Heavy trucks and trailers being parked in residential streets during hours of darkness, causing obstructions and in danger of causing a collision due no lights at rear of vehicles being shown.




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Please tell us why: The Tamaki Estuary is another water way abused by set netting.



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Please tell us why: Because of the by‐law already in place.













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Please tell us why: Leave vehicles on beaches as this is for boat launching and transit necessity. Invoke a law for reckless driving. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7253



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First name: Anne Last name: Adlam

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Consideration for everyone would be nice.




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Please tell us why: Makes one feel unsafe, and I am sure there are ways to strengthen these bylaws.



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Please tell us why: These need to be well advertised.



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Please tell us why: Very good to have these by‐laws. Too much over fishing in areas.



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Please tell us why: People should never set off fireworks in public places. Only Council or organised events.













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#7260



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First name: Adele Last name: Wallace

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Waiheke beaches are littered with kayaks, boats and boards that are left for many years and have been alllowed to break up into the sea. Alternatively they are chained to protected trees or damaged by storms




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Please tell us why: Drones have been used above private property or used for nefarious reasons such as scoping out properties for theft



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Please tell us why: danger to dolphins and other sea mammals



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Please tell us why: See proposal 1













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Please tell us why: Iâ€™m not clear on the proposals put forward Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7262



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First name: Rebecca Last name: Blair

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Local Board: Outside Auckland Attachment:



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#7268



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First name: Julia Last name: Mount

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Please tell us why: Ban private sales of fireworks as they are too dangerous to people, animals and property. Ban private use of fireworks. Allow fireworks to be used as part of public firework displays, with appropriate health and safety considerations.













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Please tell us why: Ban use of fireworks on private property unless Council consent has been issued, with appropriate health and safety considerations, and consent by neighbours to ensure animals are not in danger, and there is no fire risk. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7270



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First name: Natalie Last name: Smith

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Please tell us why: The agression needs to be addressed and acted on more widely.



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Please tell us why: I donâ€™t believe that we have enough stigma to put this law in place yet, the drones have not been an issue for NZ so why would be ban something that doesnâ€™t have any problems.



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Please tell us why: we need to start preserving our fish and our environment



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Please tell us why: Some people donâ€™t have big enough back yards to let off fireworks, a reserve or park is safe for neighbours to those that risk setting something on fire if itâ€™s limited to your own personal house.













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#7274



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First name: Lynda Last name: TAYLOR

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Please tell us why: I dont mind the netting I have the other fish that are not ate but are alive and disgarden on the waters edge or left injured to die..... see Narrow neck beach over summer



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Please tell us why: Harm to animals, harm to children/adilts cause of fires and unnecessary resources, fire/police/etc













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SIMPLE WORDING AND IN MULTIPLE LANGUAGES PARTICULARLY ASIAN


#7277



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First name: Basil Last name: Hammerton

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#7290



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First name: Jason Last name: Turner

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): This proposal is described as "making it easier for people to understand which items must not be left or stored on a public place" but I believe it only makes things more complicated. If specific items are listed, and anything else is OK provided it is not "litter", people will no doubt find loopholes as "litter" can have different interpretations. Any personal items left in a public place are a nuisance to most law abiding citizens and an eyesore that detract from the beauty of our city.




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Please tell us why: There is no valid reason someone has to be begging in New Zealand. If there is, we should have a look at our welfare and education systems, not change the law around begging. 9 times out of 10, people begging are causing other problems for law abiding citizens and are a problem for everyone. Particularly tourists are targeted and come away with a negative experience.



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Please tell us why: Would have to see the actual proposal to make comment



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Please tell us why: Would need further information to comment. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7300



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First name: Marilyn Last name: Owens

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): Parking tractors and boat trailers on berms can cause a hazard and damage the grass on the berms by making ruts in wet weather.




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Please tell us why: Seems to make it fairer



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Please tell us why: Drones infringe on people's personal privacy when they are operated on reserves and are flown over people's private property. They can also can also crash and cause accidents and should not be flown anywhere near airports.



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Please tell us why: I think set‐netting should be banned full‐stop, especially on Auckland beaches. There are not enough fish etc in the sea. The marine life has a difficult time trying to survive with all the plastic and pollution to allow set‐netting just damages the marine life further.



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Please tell us why: I didn't know we had this bylaw people still come onto the beach near us and set off fireworks. Perhaps it could be policed?!













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Please tell us why: If you remove the above items I don't know what the other council bylaws and government legislation that you mention is going to be. I thought this was consultation on changes to the 2013 bylaw, ie that you were adding sections to it. In this last question you are suddenly removing items from the 2013 bylaw! Very difficult to comment on this. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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Make it clearer by all means but don't take bits out of it and make a load more bylaws and more legislation that seems to defeat the object of making it clearer.


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First name: Jade Last name: Tinker

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Please tell us why: Ban private fireworks. If displays must be used than only use at special public events so pet/ animal owners and people with fears can be prepared.













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#7314



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First name: Bhavna Last name: Prasad

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Local Board: Otara-Papatoetoe Attachment:



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#7316



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First name: Patricia Last name: Pillay

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): This can be dangerous, and damaging to people and property and as the population continues to increase we need to be more respectful of public spaces.




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Please tell us why: We need to be focusing on public behaviour as a whole and not just begging individuals. We need to be more reciprocal to the situation and do our part to tackle this major issue in Auckland



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Please tell us why: Again, we need to be respectful of public and private space as technology and people increase in Auckland. Minimising the use of drones will reduce some of the noise pollution and violation of people's privacy as well as safety concerns for all ages.



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Please tell us why: There is a major concern for the well‐being of our fisheries and aquaculture. Fishing populations are depleting drastically and we need to be making an effort to protect this precious resource and reduce wasteful activity by controlling netting regulations and restrictions.



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Please tell us why: We do not need to be setting off fireworks in public places where so many birds and other animals, as well as members of the public, have no choice but to be subject to this activity. Banning fireworks in public places is necessary to look after the environment and be respectful of all occupants in this space.













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Please tell us why: I think this can be tackled on a case by case basis in other areas of council Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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More circulation of important feedback opportunities like this on social media etc. Had to find out how to do this from a friend.

The format and bylaw wording could be better presented in a concise fashion


#7320



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First name: Tracey Last name: Hodder

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): How would this apply to containers on parks being used as storage for clubs, gardening groups etc?




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#7321



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First name: Andrew Last name: Hope

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Please tell us why: No set netting, Long lining or crabbing or related activities should be done at public / populated swimming areas ‐ or at lease 500m away from water users



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#7332



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First name: Stuart Last name: Kahn

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Please tell us why: We have had drones flown over us while walking in our local park which can be very intimidating and frightening for our dog.



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Please tell us why: We need to preserve our fish stocks which are affected by this type of netting.



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Please tell us why: Use of fireworks in public places are a danger to the public.













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Please tell us why: Would need to have more in depth knowledge about this. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7333



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First name: Susie Last name: Jeram

Organisation name:




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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): These items should not have long term storage in a public space. Should stipulate period of up to 6 weeks or so only.




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Please tell us why: We all need to feel safe and enjoy our public spaces.



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Please tell us why: Public should not have to worry about drone spying. More importantly, there must be no risk posed to aircraft.



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Please tell us why: Set netting for recreational use is a lazy way to catch fish and is difficult to monitor legal catch size.



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Please tell us why: Should be monitored even for public display.













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Please tell us why: We need clear and understandable bylaws. Any changes should have a focus on clarity for understanding by average person. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7335



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First name: Sue Last name: Cooper

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Please tell us why: Fish and birds get caught in the set nets



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#7337



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First name: Cynthia Last name: Young

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Please tell us why: I find begging upsetting and offensive and would prefer people to be helped through appropriate services rather than making a nuisance of themselves in public.



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Please tell us why: Drones can be hazard and should not be polluting our air space. They can compromise our privacy and safety. Please restrict their use so that airspace is safe and they can not be used to spy on private spaces.



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Please tell us why: Please protect the wildlife in the sea and do not allow selfish fishing practices to cause unnecessary harm.



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Please tell us why: It has too much impact on too many people. I would like public areas to be quiet and safe for everyone at all times. Fireworks compromise safety and are too noisy. Please ban their use in public spaces.













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Please tell us why: A review has hopefully identified better ways to deal with these issues. Clarity is important but so is a clear policy about who is responsible and how these matters are dealt with. I would like to see improvements and increased accountability not side stepping important responsibilities. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7356



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First name: Philip Last name: Versfeld

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#7358



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First name: John Last name: Kristiansen

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#7359



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First name: Janine Last name: Geddes

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#7375



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First name: Clare Last name: Calvert

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): It makes sense as these items could be a hazard.




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Please tell us why: I think the behaviour of drunk teens on a weekend is a problem. I haven't witnessed any aggressive begging at all in Auckland.



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Please tell us why: Drones are more common and can breach people's privacy. They need more regulation.



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Please tell us why: I have no opinion except that our waters are massively over‐fished.



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Please tell us why: They scare animals and are noisy. Plus they go on too many days.













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Please tell us why: No opinion Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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No


#7383



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First name: John Last name: Stevens

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Please tell us why: Drone use has to be controlled better.



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Please tell us why: Not the sort of fishing that should be classed as recreational



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#7384



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First name: Paul Last name: Qualtrough

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Please tell us why (are there any other items that you think should be included?): No strong and sufficiently informed opinion.




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Please tell us why: No strong and sufficiently informed opinion.



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Please tell us why: I support letting off fireworks ONLY in public places but also ONLY in the context of organised events that emphasise family/community engagement in a safe and structured way as per a separate submission on the sale of fireworks to the public.













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Please tell us why: No strong and sufficiently informed opinion. Do you have any other comments on the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw?

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#7385



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First name: Denise Last name: Mackay

Organisation name:




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