Hauraki Plains Adaptation Plan

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We have already experienced how our climate is changing, from our recent experiences of floods and droughts. So, we need to make some decisions about our future here. We know that together we can solve difficult problems, and we have a history of being resourceful, thoughtful, and clever. Together we can plan a future where everyone feels confident and safe. Our communities hold a lot of knowledge of how our land works and know what we value here. This includes Iwi, whose knowledge of how people have lived here for generations will be an important part of developing a sustainable plan.

Hauraki District Council and Waikato Regional Council are now working with communities to make a plan for the future. The way we propose to achieve this is through a dynamic (flexible) adaptive planning process, in partnership with the community, which includes working closely with the Community Panel.

We’re working through a range of options together. There isn’t a single type of solution. We’re working through different options for responding to climate change impacts and how they could work across different parts of the district and over time. We’re planning carefully so our community can respond with confidence - looking ahead together helps avoid last minute choices during emergencies and gives us time to understand, respond and stay resilient as a community.


Upcoming Events

As part of the next steps for the Our Plains, Our Future adaptation planning project, we’re sharing what we know about flooding and how our district could change. We’ll talk through what the flood and hazard assessments are showing us, what that means for our district now, and how things could look in the years ahead.

We’re building a clearer picture of how a changing climate affect our district. That includes our homes, farms, whenua, waterways, townships, community spaces, and places of cultural importance. Using the work that has already been done, we are working together to keep what we love about our places as we adapt for the future.


Come and chat to the team and get involved in our upcoming events. You'll find us at:

Ngātea Market - Sunday 10 May, Ngātea Memorial Hall.

Tūrua Market - Sunday 17 May, Tūrua Hall.


If you can't make the events, please put your questions and comments in the Questions box below and staff will get back to you. Check out our project website to find out more!


How you can participate in developing a Climate Change Adaptation Plan for the Hauraki Plains:

Open Days: Keep an eye on Council's usual channels to hear when we're holding open days to come along and talk to the technical experts, Community Panel and Joint Working Party members.

Community Panel: The Community Panel is a key go between for the community and the Councils, so make sure you get behind them. You can contact the Panel with any questions or comments at plainsadaptation@gmail.com.

Newsletter: Join our mailing list to stay up to date. You will receive access to good quality technical information, hear about open days, and learn how the plan is progressing.


Partially funded by central government's Better Off Package funding to invest in the wellbeing of our communities.

We have already experienced how our climate is changing, from our recent experiences of floods and droughts. So, we need to make some decisions about our future here. We know that together we can solve difficult problems, and we have a history of being resourceful, thoughtful, and clever. Together we can plan a future where everyone feels confident and safe. Our communities hold a lot of knowledge of how our land works and know what we value here. This includes Iwi, whose knowledge of how people have lived here for generations will be an important part of developing a sustainable plan.

Hauraki District Council and Waikato Regional Council are now working with communities to make a plan for the future. The way we propose to achieve this is through a dynamic (flexible) adaptive planning process, in partnership with the community, which includes working closely with the Community Panel.

We’re working through a range of options together. There isn’t a single type of solution. We’re working through different options for responding to climate change impacts and how they could work across different parts of the district and over time. We’re planning carefully so our community can respond with confidence - looking ahead together helps avoid last minute choices during emergencies and gives us time to understand, respond and stay resilient as a community.


Upcoming Events

As part of the next steps for the Our Plains, Our Future adaptation planning project, we’re sharing what we know about flooding and how our district could change. We’ll talk through what the flood and hazard assessments are showing us, what that means for our district now, and how things could look in the years ahead.

We’re building a clearer picture of how a changing climate affect our district. That includes our homes, farms, whenua, waterways, townships, community spaces, and places of cultural importance. Using the work that has already been done, we are working together to keep what we love about our places as we adapt for the future.


Come and chat to the team and get involved in our upcoming events. You'll find us at:

Ngātea Market - Sunday 10 May, Ngātea Memorial Hall.

Tūrua Market - Sunday 17 May, Tūrua Hall.


If you can't make the events, please put your questions and comments in the Questions box below and staff will get back to you. Check out our project website to find out more!


How you can participate in developing a Climate Change Adaptation Plan for the Hauraki Plains:

Open Days: Keep an eye on Council's usual channels to hear when we're holding open days to come along and talk to the technical experts, Community Panel and Joint Working Party members.

Community Panel: The Community Panel is a key go between for the community and the Councils, so make sure you get behind them. You can contact the Panel with any questions or comments at plainsadaptation@gmail.com.

Newsletter: Join our mailing list to stay up to date. You will receive access to good quality technical information, hear about open days, and learn how the plan is progressing.


Partially funded by central government's Better Off Package funding to invest in the wellbeing of our communities.

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    Come and chat to the team; check out the flood hazard modelling and share your recollections.

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    Check out our new handout for information on the flood and drainage schemes on the Hauraki Plains and how they work. You can find this handout under the 'Documents' tab on this page.

    The schemes do an important job - flood protection schemes protect people, towns, productive farmland, property and important infrastructure by helping minimise the risk of flooding. Drainage schemes direct water away from properties and towards canals, which are part of the flood schemes.

    There is a lot that goes into the schemes, and this is outlined in the handout. There are some key points to take away:

    • There are three flood/drainage schemes in our area.
    • WRC manages two of them and HDC manages the other.
    • They are funded through targeted rates.
    • These schemes are integral in ensuring our communities stay connected.
    • It is important private landowners do not damage or manipulate any of the assets to ensure the schemes function as they have been designed.
    • The schemes are excellent but are not designed to stop all flooding.
    • Refer to the handout for more information.


    Check out our new handout for information on the flood and drainage schemes on the Hauraki Plains and how they work. You can find this handout under the 'Documents' tab on this page.

    The schemes do an important job - flood protection schemes protect people, towns, productive farmland, property and important infrastructure by helping minimise the risk of flooding. Drainage schemes direct water away from properties and towards canals, which are part of the flood schemes.

    There is a lot that goes into the schemes, and this is outlined in the handout. There are some key points to take away:

    • There are three flood/drainage schemes in our area.
    • WRC manages two of them and HDC manages the other.
    • They are funded through targeted rates.
    • These schemes are integral in ensuring our communities stay connected.
    • It is important private landowners do not damage or manipulate any of the assets to ensure the schemes function as they have been designed.
    • The schemes are excellent but are not designed to stop all flooding.
    • Refer to the handout for more information.


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    Keep an eye out for our project flyer in your mailbox this December, to find out more about where we're up to and the next steps.

    Keep an eye out for our project flyer in your mailbox this December, to find out more about where we're up to and the next steps.

  • Apply to join the Community Panel!

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    Application forms can be found on the 'Documents' section of this page.

    Application forms can be found on the 'Documents' section of this page.

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