3-AD006.00 ENGAGEMENT OUTCOMES PROPOSED WAIHI NORTH PROJECT OceanaGold New Zealand Limited WSP April 2022 49 GROUP SUMMARY OF ENGAGEMENT- POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE EFFECTS IDENTIFIED pit. Comfortable that community and support services can grow to meet the demand of an expanded mine workforce. • Expansion will continue reliance on mine though there are more diverse opportunities than previously (Hauraki Rail Trail, Gold Discovery Centre). Work already undertaken by Waihi Vision Trust exploring the future post mining. Mine closure is not an issue frequently raised with Council. Councillor Spicer – Hauraki District Council • Population influx could further impact housing prices and rentals which are already at unaffordable levels. • Population influx could impact on schools and medical facilities. Waihi East is at capacity as is one medical centre. • Job creation will have a positive impact and with potential for apprenticeships and early positioning for work through skills development such as heavy vehicle licenses. Opportunity for the Community Forum established through previous mining consents to be involved in training initiatives. • As a mitigation measure expansion of the Community Forum with OGNZL to support a range of community initiatives. • There has been a shift over the last few years. The community was very dependent on mining, but tourism/hospitality has expanded due to the growth and development of the Hauraki Rail Trail. This is a growing stream of revenue, so community is not feeling as vulnerable. • When mining stops there will be a considerable impact not only economically but also in areas such as schooling as several teachers are associated with partners working at the mine. • OceanaGold could do better with investing in the community. An area could be Morgan Park which has been a nightmare of grant funding and relying heavily on a group of volunteers. Service Centre Manager Work and Income • Primary role is the administration on pensions and benefits. Also includes working in the community to support social services, schools, groups such as Grey Power, working with those with disabilities and associated support agencies such as Workbridge as well as police, civil defence and COVID-19 response. Have strong relationships with resource centres such as the Waihi and Paeroa Community Resource Centres, Whangamata Community Services Trust, Salvation Army, Te Korowhai Hauora, doctors and health clients. Also work with groups providing training, qualifications and work support (e.g., drivers’ licences)
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