John Bache

Q1 It is well known that one of the key contributors to the historic issues with Lake Hayes water quality has been from upstream land development. What is your position on intensification in the Lake Hayes catchment area?

There should be no negative impact from land development (or any other commercial activities!) on our waterways.

Q2a Do you consider the current Coronet Village Fast-Track application that includes 780 residences positive or negative?

I am opposed to the Fast-Track legislation in principle.

Q2b Why do you say that?

Our waterways are amongst the most precious taonga we have - any process that enables companies to bypass public consultation obligations and/or environmental concerns is favouring commercial interests over public interests, and therefore unacceptable.

Q3 What infrastructure would you like to see in place to address our traffic and sewerage issues in Queenstown? Please provide specific examples.

There should be greater emphasis on cycleways and public transport rather than cars.