NZGB Annual Report 2008-2009

Presented to the Minister for Land Information as required by section 14 of the New Zealand Geographic Board (Ngā Pou Taunaha o Aotearoa) Act 2008.

Download this report: NZGB Annual Report 2008-2009 (pdf 349KB).

Contents

• Chairperson's Report
• Members of the Board
• Functions and Duties of the Board
• Jurisdiction and Meetings of the Board
• Implementation of the New 2008 Act
• Performance
• Notable Place Name Proposals
• Audited Accounts for the New Zealand Geographic Board Ngā Pou Taunaha o Aotearoa by Land Information New Zealand

The New Zealand Geographic Board Ngā Pou Taunaha o Aotearoa is New Zealand’s national place naming authority.

Our aims

Place names are widely used by the community, businesses, travellers, local authorities and central government, and are particularly important for emergency services and maritime safety. In its official place naming role, the Board aims to ensure:

• features and places within New Zealand’s jurisdiction are identifi able by name so that people can effectively communicate information about location, and
• place names preserve New Zealand’s heritage and culture.

Our work

• To create new names, change or discontinue current ones, and approve recorded names.
• Anyone can propose a name for a geographic feature or place. The Board uses a number of criteria to make a decision on any proposal. Those making place name proposals within New Zealand are encouraged to consult with local communities and iwi to help the Board make informed decisions.
• Place names identify where people are as they go about their everyday business. They are a component of New Zealand’s infrastructure, and most importantly they matter in emergency responses.
• Beyond this, place names are important landmarks of the history and culture of our nation and communities. They honour the people who live in New Zealand.