Had my Say

Comment for Draft Annual Plan: Rebuilding QE2



Kia ora koutou,

Renew Brighton, an organisation that's committed to community-led recovery, would like to propose that all monies from the insurance payout for QE2 as a result of the earthquake damage suffered in the 2010-2012 period are reinvested in rebuilding QE2 in its existing site.

At the I Love New Brighton community event held in Rawhiti Domain in February, Renew Brighton asked the question â?oWhat would you like in your reNewed Brighton?â? . The answers were collected as 'wishes' and placed on the wishing tree. Of the 189 wishes placed on the tree, 69 referred to swimming pools and an astounding 44% of those specifically wished for QE2 to be rebuilt where it currently stands.

These wishes weren't prompted. It was a very natural, organic way of gauging what the community felt was important.

QE2 is an asset not only to the Greater Brighton community, but to the entire city of Christchurch. However, while many other communities have their own recreation and aquatic centres none had the history and significance of this.

Rebuilding QE2 in its current location would replace its historical significance with one of future significance. By Council rebuilding QE2 in its current location it proves that it is safe to rebuild on land that is zoned TC3. It would indicate to local residents, business and investors that Council is prepared to reinvest in and make a commitment to our community's future.

This simple decision- to rebuild QE2 in its current location, would contribute greatly to our recovery.

Nga mihi,
Rebecca May
Community Co-ordinator
Renew Brighton



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