District growth strategy
The proposed doubling of the Waikato District’s population over the next 50 years has necessitated the development of a district wide growth strategy.
The strategy identifies four key issues that will influence population and economic growth in the district which are:
- The increasing growth pressure from outside the district
- Continued improvements to transport corridors
- The economic influence of the ‘Golden Triangle’ (Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga)
- The strength of key national assets in the north-south corridor
Some significant philosophical shifts in thinking have taken place as this strategy has been planned and consulted upon.
Future Proof
Hamilton City Council, Environment Waikato, and Waipa and Waikato District Councils have embarked on the development of a sub-regional growth strategy, known as Future Proof. Tangata whenua are a partner in this project. This Strategy covers the administrative areas of the three territorial authorities and the associated area of Environment Waikato. Other key organisations and groups involved in the project include New Zealand Transport Agency and Matamata-Piako District Council.
The Strategy provides a framework for co-operatively managing growth and setting goals for future implementation. This will allow the costs and resources required to fund and manage infrastructure, such as transport, wastewater, stormwater, recreation and cultural facilities, to be identified and provided for.
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