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1 New Zealand Lottery Grants Board Te Puna Tahua Annual Report For the year ended 30 June 2017 G.7B

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3 G.7B New Zealand Lottery Grants Board Te Puna Tahua Annual Report For the year ended 30 June 2017 Presented to the House of Representatives pursuant to section 295 of the Gambling Act 2003 Cover photo credits: left - Fa alapotopotoga Mo Le Aoaoina O Le Gagana Samoa; right Women's Native Tree Project

4 Minister of Internal Affairs Wellington In accordance with section 295 of the Gambling Act 2003, I present the report of the Lottery Grants Board (Board) and of each distribution committee for the 12 months ended 30 June 2017, together with a copy of the accounts of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries for the same period, audited by the Auditor-General. Annual Accounts The Board is required to produce an annual report under section 295 of the Gambling Act 2003, and is a Crown entity for the purposes of sections 150(3), and 158 of the Crown Entities Act As such, it is required to prepare its financial statements and an audit report in accordance with those provisions. The annual report must be tabled in the House of Representatives. The role of the Board is to determine the proportions in which the profits of New Zealand Lotteries are allocated for distribution. New Zealand Lotteries conducted lotteries throughout this financial year under section 238 of the Gambling Act The profits of New Zealand Lotteries are paid into a bank account established and operated under section 286 of the Gambling Act Grants and miscellaneous expenditure are paid out of this account. The Board has prepared its financial statements in accordance with section 154 of the Crown Entities Act The audit report for the year ended 30 June 2017 provided under section 156 of the Crown Entities Act 2004 is included along with the financial statements in this report. Colin MacDonald Secretary Department of Internal Affairs Lottery Grants Board c/o Department of Internal Affairs 147 Lambton Quay PO Box 805 WELLINGTON Annual Report 2017

5 Contents Presiding Member s Report 3 Secretary s Report 4 Board Liaison Members Report 6 Governance and Accountability Statement 7 Distribution of Funds 2016/17 9 Lottery Specialist Committees 10 Community Facilities Committee 11 Community Sector Research Committee 12 Environment and Heritage Committee 13 Health Research Committee 15 Individuals with Disabilities Committee 16 Marae Heritage and Facilities Committee 17 Minister s Discretionary Fund 19 Outdoor Safety Committee 20 Significant Projects Fund Committee 21 Lottery Community Committees 23 National Community Committee 24 Lottery Regional Community Committees 26 Auckland Community 28 Bay of Plenty/Gisborne Community 29 Canterbury/Kaikoura Community 30 Hawke s Bay Community 31 Hurunui/Kaikoura/Marlborough Earthquake Relief Fund 32 Manawatu/Whanganui Community 33 Northland Community 34 Otago/Southland Community 35 Rangitaiki River Stopbank Breach Recovery Fund 36 Taranaki Community 37 Waikato Community 38 Wellington/Wairarapa Community 39 West Coast/Nelson/Marlborough Community 40 Statutory Bodies 41 Financial Statements Independent Auditor s Report 44 Profits of New Zealand Lotteries 51 Independent Auditor s Report 52

6 2 Te Puna Tahua Vision New Zealanders building strong, sustainable communities together. Ko te hunga no- Aotearoa e waihanga tahi ana i nga- hapori pakari. Mission/Te Whakatakanga Contribute funding to support the vision in a considered, responsive and timely way. Ko te tuku pūtea hei tautoko i te kaupapa mā te ara taute, mā horahora, arotau hoki. Tātai hono Relationships The Lottery Grants Board recognises the aspirations and needs of Māori and their protocols. E whakatau ana Te Puna Tahua i ngā wawata me ngā hiahia o te iwi Māori, me ō rātou tikanga. Board Members Photo: from top to bottom, left column: Hon Peter Dunne Minister of Internal Affairs (Presiding Member) Ailsa Smaill (Appointed by the Governor-General) Khoa Nguyen (Appointed by the Governor-General) Photo: from top to bottom, right column: Hon Trevor Mallard (Leader of the Opposition's Representative) Hon Scott Simpson MP (Prime Minister s appointment) Maxine Shortland (Appointed by the Governor-General) From May 2017 Outputs In 2016/17, the Lottery Grants Board allocated 52,579,461 to the Lottery community committees, as follows: This includes funding for: Regional Community Committees 33,935,559 Lottery National Community 12,207,486 In addition two subcommittees received allocations in 2016/17: Lottery Earthquake Relief Fund 5,436,416 Lottery Rangitaiki River Stopbank Breach Recovery Fund 1,000,000 Other committees that received allocations in 2016/17 included: Lottery Specialist Committees: Community Facilities 14,226,439 Community Sector Research 513,135 Environment and Heritage 10,011,100 Health Research 3,487,334 Individuals with Disabilities 4,831,865 Marae Heritage and Facilities 7,534,549 Minister s Discretionary Fund 344,717 Outdoor Safety 6,975,348 Significant Projects 22,062,000 Statutory Bodies 42%: Creative New Zealand 15% 40,512,269 New Zealand Film 6.5% Commission 17,555,316 Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision 0.5% 1,350,409 Sport New Zealand * 20% 54,016,446 * Sport New Zealand were also allocated 2,083,457 for the water safety sector Annual Report 2017

7 Presiding Member s Report /17 has been a dynamic year with the Lottery Grants Board (Board) allocating more than 235 million for distribution supporting a range of projects in New Zealand communities. This amount exceeded the forecast at the beginning of the financial year. This year has seen an increased focus on funding for outcomes to ensure that Lottery grants have maximum impact to support the communities of New Zealand. The Board has continued to support collaboration with other funders to reduce compliance costs for customers, and to collectively improve achieving community outcomes. It is also great to see the distribution committees (committees) working more strategically with other funders. Natural Disasters In December 2016, the Board supported a special purpose Lottery draw, which raised 2.7 million to assist the recovery of the Hurunui, Kaikoura and Marlborough earthquake affected communities. In early 2017, a further 2.7 million was allocated for distribution towards the recovery of the area, as a result of additional Lotto NZ s profit being made available to the Board. In addition, the Board allocated 1 million to a subcommittee of the Bay of Plenty/Gisborne Community Committee to support Edgecumbe and surrounding communities affected by the Rangitaiki River stopbank breach. These were both devastating events which continue to affect these two communities. Lotto NZ s profits allowed us to be responsive to assist communities in their time of need. Lottery Significant Projects The Board allocated 22 million to the Lottery Significant Projects Fund in 2016/17. This Fund provided support to organisations undertaking major community based capital expenditure projects. Nine community organisations benefitted from this funding in the past year and included a range of cultural, sporting and environmental initiatives. Board and Committees The Board would like to acknowledge outgoing Board Liaison Member Maggie Burrill for her service and commitment to the Board and the committees for the last six years. Maxine Shortland was welcomed as a Board Liaison Member in May Maxine brings an extensive knowledge of the non-government and public sectors, having held a variety of roles in health and education. There have been several changes in membership of the committees with new committee members being welcomed in both the national and regional committees. The Board thank all outgoing members for their service to the community, and to welcome the new committee members to their respective roles. Year Ahead Lotto NZ s 2017/18 profit forecast and a significant increase in the forecast profit at the end of 2016/17 has enabled the Board to increase the average amount allocated to most committees by 15 per cent. Additionally the forecast means that the Board has decided to continue the Lottery Significant Projects Fund for a second consecutive year. Lottery funding will continue to support the recovery of the Edgecumbe and surrounding communities, and the Hurunui, Kaikoura and Marlborough earthquake affected communities through the allocations made available in 2016/17. In addition, in 2017/18 capital works over 30,000 in the Hurunui, Kaikoura and Marlborough earthquake affected area will also be supported through a specific 7.5 million allocation to the Lottery Community Facilities Fund. The Board looks forward to continuing investment in national and regional community initiatives in the coming year. Hon Peter Dunne Minister of Internal Affairs

8 4 Secretary s Report 2016/17 has been a busy year, with the establishment of the Rangitaiki River Stopbank Breach Fund and Hurunui Kaikoura Marlborough Earthquake Relief Fund Subcommittees, and the reactivation of the Significant Projects Fund. Grants Administration The Department of Internal Affairs (Department) received 4,840 requests for funding in 2016/17. Distribution committees (committees) made 2,818 grants totalling over 121 million, with requests for approximately 357 million being received. Although the number of requests has remained relatively static compared to last year, the amount requested is significantly higher due to the reactivation of the Lottery Significant Projects Fund, which receives requests for funding for projects over 3 million. Cross agency collaboration The Department has continued to work with customers and stakeholders including funding agencies, philanthropic trusts, community trusts and, local and central government to develop cross sector initiatives to reduce the administrative burden of applying for funding. As a result of this work, the Department and Te Puni Kōkiri have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work together to align the Lottery Marae Heritage and Facilities Fund and the Marae Ora Fund, to make it easier for customers to request funding for marae facilities and cultural activities. Another example of a cross sector initiative is Bay Brighter Futures, a partnership between government agencies and philanthropic funders in the Bay of Plenty region. The Presiding Member of the Bay of Plenty/Gisborne Community Committee is part of the decision making body. Requests are considered collectively to identify aspects of a request that can be supported by respective funders. This means that the requester only has to submit one request for a project. Number Grant Requests and Approvals 2012/ / / / /17 Applications received Grants Online Grants Management System Enhancements continue to be made to the online Grants Client Management System to improve and streamline processes for customers. The transition of the Minister s Discretionary Fund and the Individuals with Disabilities Fund (IWD) into the system is nearing completion. This will bring all the Lottery Funds administration into the online system. Online processing of requests allows for more efficient decision making and reporting, including understanding of the timeframes from a customer s perspective. In the last year we have found that the time it takes to inform customers of a funding decision has reduced by 16 days. Responding to Communities The online system has supported efficient administration of the two funds established as a result of the stopbank breach in Edgecumbe and surrounding communities, and the earthquake affected Hurunui, Kaikoura and Marlborough areas. Both funds were available to take requests in the online system within five weeks of decisions being made to support these communities. In these funds requests are assessed as they are received, via fortnightly teleconference between subcommittee Amount requested Amount granted millions members. The innovative approach taken by staff to streamline this process, allows for quick decision making to resolve immediate needs of the customer in the impacted areas, often within 28 days. Website A full review of the design and content of the Community Matters website occurred this year. Workshops with customers and staff were undertaken to inform this work to ensure customer needs are met. The website is now being redesigned to be more user friendly with a new look and feel, and enhanced search capability, making it easier for customers to find what they are looking for. The new website is due to be completed in the coming year. Alongside the review, changes were made to the content, which has resulted in providing more concise information needed by customers. The website will invite instant feedback from our customers to inform continuous improvement. In Appreciation I would like to thank committee members for their dedication over their terms. You provide a valuable service to support New Zealand communities to be Annual Report 2017

9 5 resilient and achieve their aspirations. Our communities are well supported by the Board s careful and timely allocation of Lottery funds. I would like to also acknowledge Maggie Burrill for her contribution as a Board Liaison Member, and extend my congratulations to Maxine Shortland for her appointment as the incoming Board Liaison Member. Thank you to Hon Peter Dunne for his leadership as the Presiding Member of the Board over the last four years. Thank you also to Department staff who support the work of the Board, committees and our customers. Your continued commitment makes a real difference to New Zealand communities. Looking Ahead to 2017/18 A focus for the next year will be to provide continued support to Edgecumbe and surrounding communities and the Hurunui, Kaikoura and Marlborough earthquake affected communities. The latter through additional funding specifically aimed at capital works in the area. It will be great to see IWD go live in the system in the coming year and the benefit customers will see from this. This is a key achievement because IWD makes up approximately 30 per cent of all Lottery requests. I also look forward to seeing how implementing the co-designed Te Puni Kōkiri and Lottery Marae Heritage and Facilities funding will benefit our customers, and seeing how other funders come on board to support a new approach to funding marae outcomes. Robyn Nicholas Secretary

10 6 Board Liaison Members' Report Ailsa Smaill Khoa Nguyen Maxine Shortland 2016/17 has been a productive and busy year for the Lottery Grants Board (Board). As a result of higher than expected Lotto NZ s profits, the Board was able to reactivate the Significant Projects Fund. The increase in profits also enabled the Board to establish the Rangitaiki River Stopbank Breach Recovery Fund to support the Edgecumbe and surrounding communities to recover from the devastating effects of flooding in the area. A special purpose Lotto Draw, to support the recovery of the Hurunui, Kaikoura and Marlborough earthquake affected communities, was supported by the Board. All the profits from the sale of the draw in December 2016 were put towards recovery from the November 2016 earthquake in the Hurunui, Kaikoura and Marlborough area. Additional funds were also allocated towards the Lottery Hurunui Kaikoura Marlborough Earthquake Relief Fund in March 2017 due to the higher than expected profits from Lotto NZ. It is very positive to see the fast and effective way that the distribution subcommittees are managing the distribution to customers in these disaster affected areas. As Board Liaison Members we attend a combination of regional and national distribution committee decision meetings across the country. We are the link between the Board and the distribution committees (committees), and provide guidance and support to the committees we liaise with. It is great to see committees working together with other funders in their areas to identify innovative ways to reduce compliance costs for customers applying to multiple funding bodies. We also attended two Presiding Members Policy Advisory Group meetings, which provides an opportunity for Presiding Members from all committees to meet face to face, receive training and an opportunity to share their innovative and collaboration work with each other. This year discussions included improving decision making and focussing on outcomes. Presiding Members also attended the biennial Philanthropy New Zealand Conference in Wellington which provided an opportunity to meet and learn from a range of people involved in the community funding area. Maggie Burrill completed six years as a Liaison Member. Our sincere thanks to you Maggie, for your considerable contribution to the Board during your tenure. In Maggie s place we welcomed Maxine Shortland who brings a wealth of experience with her knowledge of non-government organisations and the public sector. We would like to acknowledge the work of all the committees and their commitment to ensure Board funds are distributed to meet the needs of New Zealand communities. Thank you to fellow Board members, the Secretariat and Department staff who continue to provide us with on-going support, to fulfil our roles. We would also like to acknowledge the outgoing Presiding Member Hon Peter Dunne for his commitment to the Board over the last four years. Ailsa Smaill, Khoa Nguyen and Maxine Shortland Board Liaison Members Annual Report 2017

11 Governance and Accountability Statement 7 The Lottery Grants Board (Board) is governed by the Gambling Act 2003 to distribute the profits of New Zealand state lotteries, such as Lotto and Instant Kiwi, for community purposes * and for specified statutory purposes. The Board is made up of six members. The Minister of Internal Affairs is responsible for the Board and is the Presiding Member. A representative of the Prime Minister and a representative of the Leader of the Opposition are ex-officio members. Three community members are appointed by the Governor-General. The Board is empowered by the Gambling Act 2003 to make allocations to: distribution committees established by the Minister responsible for the Board to distribute Lottery profits for community purposes the Minister responsible for the Board for distribution for community purposes three specified statutory bodies Creative New Zealand, New Zealand Film Commission (including Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision), and Sport New Zealand for expenditure in accordance with their own Acts. The Board has governance protocols that express its expectations of members. The Board monitors the operations of its distribution committees and the provision of administration services, including the investment of undistributed Lottery profits by the Secretary for the Board. The Board and the distribution committees are not part of the Crown and are not subject to direction by Government. Although the Board and the committees are not bound by Government policy, it is taken into account where the Board or a distribution committee (committee) considers it to be relevant and appropriate. The Board determines general policies and issues general directions with which the committees must comply when distributing grants. A policy advisory group comprising the Presiding Members of committees provides advice to the Board on strategic and policy issues, and promotes consistent Lottery grant policy development. The Board Liaison Members also attend these meetings. Distribution Channels In addition to the Minister s Discretionary Fund, there are 20 Lottery committees. The statutory bodies and committees funded by the Board are shown on page 9. Each committee distributes grants for a specified range of community purposes. Committees determine their own priorities for funding, while complying with general Board policies and directions. Most committees have two distribution meetings each year, but some have one funding round, or consider requests as they are received. Committees comprise of three to five members, appointed by the Minister responsible for the Board for terms of up to three years. The three Board members appointed by the Governor- General are responsible for liaising with specific committees. Each attends committee meetings as an observer. The Gambling Act 2003 authorises committees to delegate decision-making powers to subcommittees. Requests that are for a community purpose described by the Gambling Act 2003, but not within the scope of a committee, are referred to the Minister for decision. The Minister s Discretionary Fund was set up to receive an allocation from the Board for distribution by ministerial decision. Distribution of Lottery Funding Committees endeavour to ensure Lottery grants are equitably distributed to demographic and geographic communities throughout the country. Decisions are guided by the principles of lawfulness, accountability, openness, integrity, fairness, and value for money. Lottery grants are used exclusively for community purposes as defined in section 277 of the Gambling Act 2003, and preferably fund initiatives that address community needs identified by communities themselves. These initiatives include many developmental activities and services that neither government nor the private sector provide, but which are sufficiently valued by communities for members to be prepared to contribute labour, money or materials voluntarily. The committees recognise that participation in community initiatives builds a sense of belonging and upskills individuals while providing services and activities tailored to the needs of particular communities. When assessing requests, committees consider: the community need for the activity or service community benefit assessment and support for the activity the fit with Board and committee policy the feasibility of the planned activity the ongoing capability of the applicant to deliver the community benefits that will address a community need. Care is taken to ensure that Lottery funding supports sustainable activity that addresses community needs and that unrealistic expectations of future funding are not raised. *The Gambling Act 2003 came into effect on 1 July This Act allows Lottery profits to be distributed for community purposes to contribute to the building of strong, sustainable communities. The needs of Māori, Pacific and other ethnic communities, women, older people, youth and people with disabilities are also considered.

12 8 Statutory Bodies In accordance with Board policy, the Board allocated a guaranteed minimum percentage of 42 per cent of its annual income from the New Zealand Lotteries Commission (Lotto NZ) to the statutory bodies listed in section 279 of the Gambling Act The percentages received by each are: Creative New Zealand 15% New Zealand Film Commission 6.5% Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision 0.5% Sport New Zealand 20% Creative New Zealand and the New Zealand Film Commission are accountable to the Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage for the administration, distribution and expenditure of their Lottery allocations. Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision is a charitable trust, and has a Memorandum of Understanding with the Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage. Sport New Zealand is accountable to the Minister for Sport and Recreation for the administration, distribution and expenditure of its Lottery funding. Administration of Lottery Grants The Board, committees and the Minister s Discretionary Fund are serviced by the Department of Internal Affairs. The Board is consulted on the annual administration budget before this is by the Minister of Internal Affairs. The range of services purchased from the Department are specified in an annual Memorandum of Understanding between the Minister of Internal Affairs and the Secretary for Internal Affairs. Secretariat and advisory staff are bound by normal Public Service codes of conduct, integrity and accountability. Accountability The Board does not hold bank accounts. Instead, the Department operates the bank account into which all Lottery profits are paid and is responsible for the investment of undistributed Lottery profits. All allocations, grants, administration costs and other miscellaneous expenditure specified in the Gambling Act 2003 are paid for from this account. The Board accounts for its funds in its annual report, which is tabled in the House of Representatives. Annual Report 2017

13 9 Distribution of Funds 2016/17 Lotto NZ Provides Profits Lottery Grants Board Allocates Funds Statutory Bodies Creative New Zealand New Zealand Film Commission Sport New Zealand Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision Specialist Committees Community Facilities Community Sector Research Environment and Heritage Health Research Individuals with Disabilities Marae Heritage and Facilities Outdoor Safety Minister s Discretionary Fund Significant Projects Fund Community Committees National National Community Committee Auckland Regional Bay of Plenty/Gisborne Canterbury/Kaikoura Hawke s Bay Manawatu/Whanganui Northland Otago/Southland Taranaki Waikato Wellington/Wairarapa West Coast/ Nelson-Marlborough A full list of grants made is available on the community matters website at

14 10 Lottery Specialist Committees Lottery specialist committees consider requests for funds to assist with community facilities, projects with environmental or heritage benefits, health research, community sector research, marae heritage and facilities, and outdoor safety. A Minister s Discretionary Fund considers projects that fall outside the responsibility of other committees and have demonstrable community benefit. Community Facilities Community Sector Research Environment and Heritage Health Research Individuals with Disabilities Marae Heritage and Facilities Outdoor Safety Minister s Discretionary Fund Significant Projects Fund Annual Report 2017

15 11 Community Facilities Fund Te Tahua Hapori Ngā Whakaurunga Committee Members Mary Bourke (Presiding Member) Janie Annear William (Bill) Plunkett (to June 2017) Julie Hardaker (from July 2017) Robyn Wallace (from September 2016) Andrew von Dadelszen Tātai hono Relationships The Committee recognises the aspirations and needs of Māori and their protocols. E whakatau ana te Tahua Hapori Ngā Whakaurunga i ngā hiahia me ngā tūmanako o te Māori me o rātou kawa. Outcome Statement Increased participation and social cohesion in the community through the development of community facilities. Committee Priorities Priority is given to projects that: are community-led and wellsupported by the community will meet a community need are the right size for that community will provide new opportunities for people to be involved with and connected with the community, especially: rural and isolated communities disadvantaged groups people who can t easily access similar or suitable community facilities. The Committee prefers requests for community facilities that will be used for more than one purpose and/or shared. The Committee also prefers requests that show the community is able to develop, run and look after the facility in the future, without needing further Lottery funding. Meeting Community Needs In 2016/17 the Committee supported a diverse range of multi-purpose capital works projects. When completed these will cater predominantly for local need, and depending on the nature of the project, may also fulfil a regional need. Some notable grants provided in 2016/17 were: 110,000 was granted to Okiwi School for the creation of a Puna Matauranga (learning and multi-use space) which is accessible to the wider community on Great Barrier Island. The existing school book room is already wellused by the local community, and the proposed extension plans show that the community space will be used for a diverse range of activities including community meetings, correspondence learning and a study space. The school will provide stable internet capability and access to computers for the benefit of the local community 500,000 was granted to Hutt City Community Facilities Trust for the construction of a multi-purpose sport and community hub located on a 27-hectare reserve, Fraser Park in Lower Hutt. The project is described as the flagship for sport in the Hutt Valley. Stage one was completed in 2015 and features three new softball diamonds, an artificial football turf, lighting and landscaping. Stage two is the construction of the building, estimated at a total cost of 12 million, which will accommodate multiple clubs and sport codes. Fraser Park will become one of the biggest sports grounds in the Lower North Island, with facilities, once completed, that will enable national and regional sports events to be hosted 200,000 was granted to Franz Josef Community Council Incorporated for the upgrade of the Franz Josef Community Centre and Indoor Sports facility in the Westland District. The proposed upgrade includes the reconfiguration of the building s internal amenities, such as the kitchen, meeting room, ablution area and office, and an extension which will accommodate the community library and gym facilities. The project showed strong support from the local Franz Josef community. Committee The Committee had a change of membership during the financial year with Robyn Wallace appointed in September Bill Plunkett s term came to an end in June We appreciate your contributions. The Committee appreciated Bill s no nonsense style but looks forward to working with Julie Hardaker in the coming year. The most significant challenge facing the Committee continues to be the increase in excellent projects being submitted by local community groups, schools and Councils and the associated pressure on available funds. Mary K. Bourke Presiding Member Community Facilities Committee 2016/17 Allocation 14,226,439 Funding returned in 2016/17 1,103,321 Total amount available 15,329,760 for distribution Total amount requested 59,455,718 Total amount 15,327,938 Percentage of amount 26% requested that was received considered 127 Percentage of requests 61% Largest grant 500,000 Average grant 120,719 Smallest grant 5,175

16 12 Community Sector Research Committee Te Tahua Rangahau mo ngā Hapori Committee Members Conway Powell (Presiding Member) Lorraine Campbell Carolyn Cordery (to November 2016) Graham Smellie (to June 2017) Nan Wehipeihana Rendt Gorter (from June 2017) Tātai hono Relationships The Committee recognises the aspirations and needs of Māori and their protocols. E whakatau ana te Tahua Hapori Ngā Whakaurunga i ngā hiahia me ngā tūmanako o te Māori me o rātou kawa. Outcome Statement Research and evaluation by the community, with the community and for the community is enhanced. Committee Priorities Priority is given to projects that: help address community priorities or needs, particularly for disadvantaged communities or minority groups benefit more than one organisation, geographic community or community of interest provide learning and development benefits for those involved in the research and for the community, hapū or iwi organisation doing the research involve community organisations or communities, hapū and iwi working together help build the community s ability to do research use new or original ideas. Meeting Community Needs The Committee funds research and evaluation by community organisations which will benefit both the grant recipient and the wider community. All the projects funded by the Committee showed good community participation in the research project. Grants awarded this year will help to address a range of issues, including issues affecting migrants such as traditional parental methods of discipline and New Zealand expectations, and employment opportunities. Other research funded will assist services to marginalised men, developing community cooperative enterprises, and support community participatory programmes to improve people s health, and wellbeing. Grants given will also enable the evaluation of services provided to youth and, generate information to enhance youth services. Another grant further analyses the qualitative data collected in a 2016 survey on the reasons for grandparents becoming their grandchildren s primary caregiver. The Waimate District Resource Trust (Trust) received a grant of 20,000. The Trust s May 2016 Community Forum identified barriers to active community participation, health, and wellbeing. A key feature of the research project is to engage with the people of the Waimate District, to identify what services and programmes will best meet the community s needs. The Te Awa Ora Trust, a neighbourhoodled development in Randwick Park Auckland, received a grant of 56,950 for a research project to identify what is valued by the Randwick Park community. This information will provide a baseline for developing initiatives and measures to assess the impact of these programmes and activities. Committee Carolyn Cordery resigned late in The Committee appreciated her contribution to its discussions, particularly her insight and knowledge around community development and financial matters. The Committee is pleased to welcome Rendt Gorter. It was with great sadness that the Committee learned of Graham Smellie s death in June. Graham had been a member of the Committee since His extensive rural and smaller urban centre community experience and sense of humour will be missed at Committee meetings. The Committee was not able to distribute all of its available funding. Projects need to be well-aligned to the funding criteria to receive a grant. In particular, they must show that the research proposals were genuinely community-led and demonstrate opportunities for the ongoing development of community research capability. At its meeting in March 2017, the Committee amended its priorities for future rounds to emphasise that community-led initiatives are a funding priority. The Committee hopes that the Department s further emphasis on community-led development around New Zealand will result in more requests coming to the committee. Conway Powell Presiding Member Community Sector Research 2016/17 Allocation 513,135 Funding returned in 2016/17 5,800 Total amount available for 518,935 distribution Total amount requested 2,813,921 Total amount 358,948 Percentage of amount 13% requested that was received 43 considered Percentage of requests 28% Largest grant 56,950 Average grant 29,912 Smallest grant 2,500 Annual Report 2017

17 13 Environment and Heritage Committee Te Tahua Taiao Ngā Taonga Committee Members Philippa Fourie (Presiding Member) Te Taru White Bridget Mosley Vivienne Shaw Maggie Bayfield (from October 2016) John Nankervis (to September 2016) Tātai hono Relationships The Committee recognises the aspirations and needs of Māori and their protocols. E whakatau ana Te Tahua Whakamaharatanga kit e Pakanga Tuatahi o te Ao, te Taiao me ngā Taonga Tuku Iho I ngā hiahia me ngā tūmanako o te Māori me rātou kawa. Outcome Statement New Zealand s natural, physical and cultural heritage is conserved, preserved and promoted. Committee Priorities Priority is given to Natural Heritage projects that: protect and restore habitats and ecosystems for native plants or animals protect and conserve native plants or animals that are rare, in danger, or at risk in their habitats improve public access and information about native plants and animals. Priority is given to Physical Heritage projects that: restore and protect places, structures or large built objects of significance to our history protect and conserve a place, structure or large built object for the future improve public access and information about places, structures or large built objects of significance to our history. Priority is given to Cultural Heritage projects that: protect collections that are at risk of being damaged or lost make collections available to the community improve public access and information, particularly for young people to learn about and experience our cultural heritage conserve and protect moveable cultural property, such as photographs, paintings, furniture and other artefacts. Meeting Community Needs The Committee has seen continued demand for funding particularly for natural heritage projects. The Committee continues to make funding available for projects that aim to increase access to New Zealand s cultural heritage, preserve and protect New Zealand s natural environment, and preserve New Zealand s history for future generations. The Auckland Medical Museum s exhibition was one such project that increased access to New Zealand s cultural heritage. The Museum received a grant of 200,000 towards Bravehearts, a mobile exhibition, which tells the story of New Zealand s developments in the area of cardiac surgery and cardiology, and shows historical items related to cardiac surgery over the years. The exhibition is providing people with a better understanding of changes over time and showing how the community has benefited from the developments in the cardiac area. Whaingaroa Harbour Care received a grant of 90,000 towards a regeneration project in the Ed Hillary Hope Reserve in Raglan. The aims of this project align with the Committee s natural heritage priorities. Reforestation of the catchment area will reduce erosion which will help with improving marine habitats in Raglan Harbour. The Committee has noted the ongoing demand for natural heritage projects, and the ongoing nature of some projects, where work over a number of years is necessary to achieve the desired outcomes. The Committee has been looking into whether these projects align with national objectives (for example the wilding conifer national strategy), and whether the proposed methods align with best practice. There has been a surge in media attention on the seismic capacity of buildings following significant earthquakes in New Zealand, and discussion over various methods of seismic strengthening. The Committee is following these discussions with interest to see how they may impact on requests for the restoration or seismic strengthening of heritage buildings. Committee The Committee farewelled John Nankervis at the May 2016 meeting, though his term did not come to an end until September. The Committee thanks John, who was held in high regard, for his contribution. The expertise and

18 14 humour he brought to meetings was greatly valued by the Committee. Maggie Bayfield was welcomed onto the Committee in October The Committee is enjoying working with her. Maggie brings with her a strong background in environmental issues and is a valuable contributor to discussions. Each Committee member brings a strong background in various areas, which is particularly important for this Committee, as it covers a broad range of projects. Philippa Fourie Presiding Member Environment and Heritage Committee 2016/17 Allocation 10,011,100 Funding returned in 217, /17 Total amount available 10,229,051 for distribution Total amount requested 21,570,195 Total amount 10,086,454 Percentage of amount 47% requested that was received considered Percentage of requests % Largest grant 800,000 Average grant 127,844 Smallest grant 5,000 Annual Report 2017

19 Health Research Committee Te Tahua Rangahau Hauora 15 Committee Members Chris Cunningham (Presiding Member) Charis Brown (from September 2016) Barbara Docherty Kirsty Murrell-McMillan (to August 2016) Dianne Wepa (from June 2017) Sarah Young Tātai hono Relationships Lottery Health Research recognises the aspirations and needs of Māori, and their protocols. E whakatau ana te Tahua Rangahau Hauora i ngā hiahia me ngā tūmanako o te Māori, me o rātou kawa. Outcome Statement The health status of New Zealanders is improved through research. Committee Priorities Across all of its funding, the Committee gives priority to requests that: show how the findings from research or use of the research equipment are likely to translate into meaningful health outcomes and community benefit for New Zealanders address a significant health issue in New Zealand address a unique gap in health research knowledge in New Zealand support an area in which New Zealand has a world leader reputation includes researchers who are early in their career or entering and/ or returning to the New Zealand workforce includes researchers who will continue to contribute to the New Zealand health sector includes researchers who are productive in terms of publishing articles in both New Zealand and international journals show they are well managed and have quality support and supervision from the host organisation are collaborations (this is particularly important in the case of significant pieces of research equipment, which are expected to be shared between a number of research centres/ institutions) have received support from other funders. Meeting Community Needs The requirement for Lottery grants to be for a community benefit distinguishes this Committee from other health research funders. Research funded offers potential solutions to problems, such as cancer, cardiovascular health and asthma. For example, the University of Otago received a grant of 22,888 to research how hypertension, myocardial infarction and kidney injury are linked, and potential ways to reduce the impact of these conditions. Support for researchers who are early in their career is through three PhD scholarships of 40,000 per year for three years, and four two-year and two one-year post-doctorate fellowships of 75,000 per year. PhD scholarships in 2016/17 included a grant for a better understanding of the molecular differences in glioblastomas (malignant tumours found in the brain or spinal cord), that will lead to a better understanding of tumour behaviour and prediction of treatment response. Six post-doctorate fellowships were awarded. These included research on improving treatment outcomes in forearm fractures, and to develop tools that can be used to normalise the activity of stress circuits in the brain in neurological and neuroendocrine disorders. The Committee has also contributed to a number of shared research equipment purchases. One of these is a grant of 53,900 to Massey University to contribute to the purchase of a Biorad Bio-Plex MAGPIX system. The system will be used to quantify biomarkers in a variety of biological samples, which help assess the causes and mechanisms of asthma and allergies. Committee Kirsty Murrell-McMillan s term ended in August During her term, Kirsty contributed a valuable perspective to the Committee s deliberations. The Committee welcomed Charis Brown during the year, and Dianne Wepa, who will be part of decision-making for the 2017/18 year. Chris Cunningham Presiding Member Heath Research Committee 2016/17 Allocation 3,487,334 Funding returned in 2016/17 46,517 Total amount available 3,533,851 for distribution Total amount requested 13,246,263 Total amount 3,377,605 Percentage of amount 25% requested that was received considered Percentage of requests % Largest grant 150,000 Average grant 71,668 Smallest grant 5,594

20 16 Individuals with Disabilities Committee Te Komiti iti mo Tangata Hauā Committee Members Jonathan Darby (Presiding Member) Rev Canon Tim Delaney Kassandra Jackson Roberta Joy Paterson Jim Webber Tātai hono Relationships Lottery Individuals with Disabilities Committee recognises the aspirations and needs of Māori, and their protocols. E whakatau ana Te Komiti mō ngā Tangata Hauā I ngā hiahia me ngā tūmanako o te Māori, me o rātou kawa. Outcome Statement People with disabilities will contribute to, take part in and be more connected with their communities. Children and young people with disabilities will have better access to their communities. This will result in stronger and more resilient communities across New Zealand through a better quality of life for people with disabilities. Meeting Community Needs Many people with disabilities can find it challenging to carry out common day to day activities that most others take for granted. This includes everyday errands such as grocery shopping, attending appointments and attendance at various social, cultural and family occasions for fellowship and communal enjoyment. The absence of suitable public transport further disadvantages people with disabilities in rural or isolated areas should the need arise to travel either locally or further afield. Over the past year, the Committee was able to assist over 400 individuals and their families with the provision of mobility scooters, disability vehicles - some with modifications to suit, electric tricycles and other mobility equipment. This equipment enables people with a disability to achieve a desired level of independence in their lives, and to enjoy participating in their local communities. Grants were also for equipment to facilitate interactive communication both within and beyond the home for people with communication-related disabilities. The Committee places priority on the community benefit aspect of the Fund with regards to a customer s potential and intention of being active in their local community. For example funding a person who helps others in their community and themselves by promoting community self-reliance and resilience. In the past year, the Committee included assistance dogs to what may be funded as it regarded trained mobility assistance dogs as another way of promoting community mobility and companionship for New Zealanders living with a disability. Committee The Committee looks forward to the transition of the Fund to the Department s online Grants and Client Management System (GCMS) in the latter half of The Committee was pleased to welcome the recently appointed Lottery Grants Board Liaison Member, Maxine Shortland, to its June 2017 teleconference distribution meeting. Jonathan Darby Presiding Member Individuals with Disabilities Committee 2016/17 Allocation 4,831,865 Funding returned in 598, /17 Total amount available 5,430,115 for distribution Total amount requested 14,507,534 Total amount 5,427,439 Percentage of amount 37% requested that was received considered Percentage of requests % Largest grant 40,550 Average grant 12,534 Smallest grant 500 Annual Report 2017

21 17 Marae Heritage and Facilities Committee Te Tahua Marae Tuku Iho Me Ngā Whakaurunga Committee Members Edward Ellison (Presiding Member) Heather Tanguay Nicole Anderson Bryan Joyce (to September 2016) Kevin Prime (to September 2016) Wiremu Keepa (from October 2016) Arihia Tuoro (from October 2016) Kaupapa Ka tū te Komiti Tahua Marae Tuku Iho Me Ngā Whakaurunga kaiwhakauru whaikawenga i roto i te whanaungatanga o te Tiriti o Waitangi i te taha o ngā whānau, hapū, iwi me te iwi Māori whānui hoki. Kua herea te Komiti Tahua Marae Tuku Iho Me Ngā Whakaurunga te tika o te tohatoha atu i te pūtea ki ngā whānau, hapū, iwi, me ngā rōpū Māori hoki hei whanake, hei tiaki hoki i ngā whakaurunga marae. The Lottery Marae Heritage and Facilities Committee will act as a responsible participant in the Treaty of Waitangi relationship with whānau, hapū, iwi Māori. The Committee is committed to ensuring an equitable distribution of funds to whānau, hapū, iwi and Māori organisations for the development and conservation of Marae facilities. Outcome Statement Ka whanakehia, ā ka tiakina hoki ngā whakaurunga marae. Marae facilities are developed and conserved. Committee Priorities Priority is given to the following capital works projects: the development of wharenui, wharekai and wharepaku facilities projects that meet a clear community need requests that evidence the land is legally set aside for the purposes of a marae. Priority is given to the following conservation projects: priority for funding is given to places and objects identified by the Māori community, whānau, hapū or iwi as having significant heritage value, and/or where it is recognised that the proposed work is essential to the preservation of the places or objects. Meeting Community Needs The Committee is a significant funder of Marae capital works, feasibility studies and conservation projects across Aotearoa New Zealand. The Fund continues to be oversubscribed and, to mitigate this, the Committee encourages Marae to apply for projects in stages, allowing the Committee to allocate funding across a wider range of projects. The Committee 39 applications at two meetings this year. The Committee made two grants of over 500,000 during the year. The Committee also made fifteen grants between 5,000 and 25,000 towards feasibility studies, as requests for projects over 250,000 are required to have a comprehensive feasibility study. This provides the foundation for a successful capital works project. Tataiahape Pa Tataiahape Pa is based in Waimana, 34 km south of Opotiki. Its primary hapū are Ngāti Raka of Ngai Tuhoe iwi. The Marae is one of twelve Marae located in the Waimana valley. The Marae completed a feasibility study in The study prioritised the need to remodel and upgrade the existing wharepaku area. Previous projects have focussed on the renovation and upgrade of the wharenui and wharemate facilities. The project was needed due to the inadequate state of the existing wharepaku block. The building was of concrete block construction and posed a safety risk to whānau with slippery concrete floors when wet as well as inadequate internal and external drainage and plumbing. Ngāti Raka identified that this project would provide appropriate ablution facilities for the whānau, hapū, iwi and wider community to use. The Committee supported the Marae with funding of 157,048 and the Marae contributing 77,352, which enabled the Marae to be reopened in September Manaia Marae Manaia is a small isolated community located 12 kilometres south of the Coromandel township and 43 kilometres north of Thames on the western seaboard of the Coromandel Peninsula. The whānau and hapū residents in Manaia descend principally from the Ngāti Pūkenga, Ngāti Maru and Ngāti Whanaunga iwi. The project was needed due to the unsafe condition of the wharenui as the building was over 100 years old and did not meet compliance and safety standards. With the support of the Committee with a 500,000 grant and a contribution of 294,795 by the Marae, the rebuild commenced on 1 September 2016 and the Marae was re-opened on 13 May Ngāti Pukenga ki Manaia has identified the benefits of this project to be cultural, physical and spiritual. Key stakeholders will have a wharenui that is safe to manage both current and growing numbers of people who will use the wharenui and Marae facilities. Committee The Committee welcomed two new members, Wiremu Keepa from Rotorua and Arihia Tuoro from Opotiki. Both members provide a range of skills,

22 18 knowledge and experience including an extensive knowledge of Marae in their respective areas. The membership of the Committee is well equipped to continue to make quality decisions on grant distribution and community benefits across Aotearoa New Zealand. Oversubscription to the Fund is an ongoing challenge with the demand for funding remaining high. Edward Ellison Presiding Member Marae Heritage and Facilities Committee 2016/17 Allocation 7,534,549 Funding returned in 2016/17 283,763 Total amount available for 7,818,312 distribution Total amount requested 18,908,578 Total amount 7,814,977 Percentage of amount 41% requested that was received considered 39 Percentage of requests 78% Largest grant 620,000 Average grant 195,374 Smallest grant 6,325 Annual Report 2017

23 19 Minister s Discretionary Fund Presiding Member Hon Peter Dunne Outcome Statement Strong sustainable communities. Priorities overseas travel animal welfare volunteer fire fighting services financial planning and/or good governance training. Meeting Community Needs The Lottery Minister s Discretionary Fund (Fund) responds to community needs that fall outside the responsibility areas of other Lottery distribution committees. Community organisations and individuals working in the health, social services, volunteering and animal welfare sectors were some of those who have benefited from the Fund this year. The Fund enables members of community organisations and individuals to attend events and conferences overseas, to enable exposure to the latest international developments and knowledge in their sector. On their return, the knowledge and insights gained are conveyed to the wider community which contributes to more responsive, innovative and effective services. An example of this is the support for Aphasia New Zealand Charitable Trust s Chief Executive to attend the 1st International Living with Aphasia conference, held in Coventry, England in March The Chief Executive was able to make a number of connections that has enabled the sharing of information, collaboration and working more closely with international counterparts to improve services to the aphasia community in New Zealand. Since returning from the conference, the Chief Executive has shared her learnings, including the latest research and developments in caring for people with aphasia, and working with aphasia sufferers in New Zealand. A number of grants have also supported the work of animal welfare organisations. Auckland SPCA received funding towards a new canine confidence area. This is helping them to produce well-trained, well-adjusted, safe and non-aggressive dogs that are ready to be placed safely in New Zealand homes and communities. Waiheke Island SPCA received assistance towards a cat de-sexing programme, which has helped families on lower incomes de-sex their pets. This has resulted in there being fewer unwanted cats, and has helped provide a safer environment for the native birds on the island. Grants were also provided towards project costs for volunteer fire fighting services. The Maketu Volunteer Fire Brigade received a grant towards the purchase of a rapid response vehicle, which was also to be used by the Maketu Coastguard. This project was a good example of how emergency services can share equipment for the greater good of the community they serve. A contribution was also made to the Puhoi Volunteer Fire Force toward the completion of their new fire station. The Fund s fourth priority allows it to make a contribution towards financial planning and/or governance training. It will fund costs for representatives from community groups to attend training, or a contribution towards the costs for a trainer to conduct in-house training for a community organisation. This year the Fund has supported the West Coast Penguin Trust in Canterbury to receive training on how to manage, operate and govern their organisation. It has been a privilege for me to support a wide range of community organisations and individuals through the Fund over the past four years. These grants have helped to progress the aspirations of many communities throughout New Zealand. Hon Peter Dunne Minister of Internal Affairs 2016/17 Allocation 344,717 Funding returned in 31, /17 Total amount available for 376,332 distribution Total amount requested 1,561,541 Total amount 356,691 Percentage of amount 23% requested that was received considered Percentage of requests % Largest grant 50,000 Average grant 8,699 Smallest grant 550

24 20 Outdoor Safety Committee Te Tahua Whakaruruhau Committee Members Jennifer Mahoney (Presiding Member) Garth Clarricoats Rob Hewitt Margaret McKee Dr Debbie Ryan Tātai hono Relationships The Committee recognises the aspirations and needs of Māori, and their protocols. E whakatau ana te Tahua Whakaruruhau i ngā hiahia me ngā tūmanako o te Māori, me ō rātou kawa. Outcome Statement Enhanced water and outdoor safety for New Zealand communities. Committee Priorities Priority is given to funding activity that will deliver: increased collaboration in the sector, including sharing knowledge, practices and resources maintenance of outdoor safety sector organisations effectiveness and volunteer capability increased community outdoor safety knowledge and skills. Meeting Community Needs The majority of the Committee s funding continues to go to four organisations that provide the infrastructure needed for a capable and effective outdoor safety sector in New Zealand. All four organisations provide outdoor accident minimisation and prevention information, and awareness activity. Three of them also provide search and rescue services. The grant of 1,478,700 to New Zealand Land Search and Rescue supports a network of trained, equipped, and safe search and rescue teams available to provide search and rescue services to the lost, missing and injured. They respond to over 400 incidents per year across the whole spectrum of urban, suburban and backcountry environments. Approximately 3 million people go to the beach each year. Surf Life Saving New Zealand patrols 80 high risk and usage beaches around New Zealand. The grant of 2,200,000 contributes to training 4,500 surf lifeguards across New Zealand with courses that range from lifeguard and first aid courses to helicopter operations and searches. They will perform 225,000 hours of patrol, and provide safety advice or interventions for around 400,000 people. The 2,101,648 grant to Coastguard New Zealand assists in 24/7 primary response marine search and rescue services to communities around New Zealand s coastline and on the major lakes and rivers. Coastguard attended over 2,600 rescue missions, assisting more than 6,800 people. The 1,185,000 grant to the Mountain Safety Council helps to provide prevention focused interventions, that will help to ensure participants in the New Zealand outdoors make it home. The Mountain Safety Council provides the relevant information, educational tools and resources for over 1 million New Zealanders to participate in outdoor recreation every year. Committee The Committee met in March 2017 to discuss their strategic funding framework. There was a wide ranging discussion after which it confirmed its current funding priorities were strategically aligned. Jennifer Mahoney Presiding Member Outdoor Safety Committee 2016/17 Allocation 6,975,348 Funding returned in 2016/17 - Total amount available 6,975,348 for distribution Total amount requested 9,031,144 Total amount 6,975,348 Percentage of amount 77% requested that was received considered 5 Percentage of requests 29% Largest grant 2,200,000 Average grant 1,395,069 Smallest grant 10,000 Annual Report 2017

25 21 Significant Projects Fund Committee Kaupapa Hiranga Tahua Committee Members Mary Bourke (Presiding Member) Janie Annear William Plunkett (to June 2017) George Sue (to August 2016) Andrew von Dadelszen Robyn Wallace (from September 2016) Julie Hardaker (from June 2017) Tātau hono Relationships E whakatau ana Kaupapa Hiranga Tahua i ngā hiahia me ngā tūmanako o te Māori me o rātou kawa. Outcome Statement The Committee aims to invest in projects that will help build closer and stronger communities, by increasing people s participation and social interaction at a regional and national level. Committee Priorities Priority is given to projects where the need for the project and the benefits for a regional and/or national community are clearly shown, and the project: is of an appropriate size and scale to meet the need provides opportunities for people to participate, interact or connect has widespread support, or is the result of a community initiative involves working with others, such as government or local government, iwi or Māori organisations, community organisations is well designed and planned, and will be professionally managed is proposed by an organisation that has the ability to successfully develop a project of this size and scope, and manage and maintain the asset in the future without needing more lottery grants is almost ready to go. Meeting Community Needs The Significant Projects Fund had 22,062,000 to distribute in 2016/17 to projects that purchased, created or improved community assets that had regional and/or national significance. The Committee met once during the year, making nine grants. Grants were made across a range of arts, culture, heritage, sport, recreation, visitor services and tourism, economic development, conservation and environmental projects. The largest grant of 6 million was made to the Sarjeant Art Gallery Te Whare o Rehua Whanganui (Gallery), towards seismic strengthening and environmental control for the building. This includes the construction of a three-storey extension that will store the collection, provide environmentally controlled exhibition spaces and areas for community events. The Gallery, which opened in 1919, has significant architectural value, and rates amongst the finest buildings of that period in New Zealand. It is also the oldest purpose designed art gallery in New Zealand still fulfilling its original role. The Gallery has been an important part of Whanganui s arts and culture attractions, and its redevelopment is expected to double the number of visitors, many of whom come from outside the Whanganui region. The Committee noted the Gallery contributed to regional and national outcomes in arts, culture and heritage, visitor services and tourism, and economic development. A grant of 780,000 was made towards construction of a new heritage and visitor centre on Rakiura (Stewart Island) which will enhance the experience of locals and tourists interested in learning about Rakiura s heritage. The current museum s collections have been independently assessed as important, containing some real gems of national importance and providing key information about colonisation and the expansion of communities during the first decades of New Zealand s settlement. Tourism is a major component of Rakiura s economy and visitor numbers to the Island have increased since the establishment of the Rakiura National Park. The Committee noted the centre contributed to regional and national outcomes in culture and heritage, visitor services and tourism and economic development. The Committee also supported a project to restore Te Hau ki Tūranga, the whare whakairo (carved house), currently displayed at the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa with a grant of 1,967,422. Te Hau ki Tūranga is the oldest example of a fully carved meeting house in existence. It has been considered as one of the finest examples of carved wharenui by many experts including Māori leader, Sir Apirana Ngata, who described it as the finest flowering of Māori art. The restoration is to be undertaken by Rongowhakaata iwi to whom the whare belongs, as part of the Ko Rongowhakaata iwi exhibition at Te Papa in partnership with conservation and heritage specialists. The Committee noted the restoration contributed to regional and national outcomes in arts, culture and heritage. Committee There has been a change of Committee membership during the year. Robyn Wallace was appointed to the Committee in September George Sue s appointment finished in August 2016, and sadly he passed away later in the year. George s valuable contribution to the Committee s decision-making was enhanced by his many years of service to the community. Committee members extend their sympathy to George s family.

26 22 During the year, three members of the Committee Janie Annear, Andrew von Dadelszen and I were reappointed for further terms. Bill Plunkett completed his term and his wise counsel was much appreciated. At the allocation meeting, the Committee considered a number of quality requests from around the country. The Committee was faced with the challenge of making decisions on these requests resulting in robust discussion and close reference to Committee priorities. The Committee is satisfied they have made fair decisions which have enabled support for a range of worthwhile projects. Mary K. Bourke Presiding Member Significant Projects Committee 2016/17 Allocation 22,062,000 Funding returned in /17 Total amount available 22,062,000 for distribution Total amount requested 64,463,395 Total amount 22,061,922 Percentage of amount 34% requested that was received considered Percentage of requests % Largest grant 6,000,000 Average grant 2,451,324 Smallest grant 780,000 Annual Report 2017

27 23 Lottery Community Committees One national committee, 11 regional committees and two subcommittees considered requests for community projects in 2016/17. In allocating funds for projects, community committee members look for projects that will contribute to building strong, sustainable communities, enhance the social, cultural and economic wellbeing of New Zealand communities, encourage community self-reliance, capacity-building and stability, offer opportunities for social, civil or cultural participation, and reduce or overcome barriers to such participation. Each committee has differing priorities within these objectives, taking into account its region s characteristics. National Community Committee The Lottery National Community Committee considers applications for projects with a nationwide focus.

28 24 National Community Committee Te Tahua Hapori Ngā Whakaurunga Committee Members Jennifer Mahoney (Presiding Member) Garth Clarricoats Robert Hewitt (from September 2016) Margaret McKee (from September 2016) Dr Debbie Ryan Tātai hono Relationships Lottery National Community Committee recognises the aspirations and needs of Māori and their protocols. E whakatau ana Te Tahua Whakatinana Papkāinga i ngā hiahia me ngā tūmanakoo te Māori, me ō rātoukawa. Outcome Statement Enhanced delivery of social services, and support of cultural diversity and community development. Committee Priorities increased collaboration between organisations, and reduced duplication of services community needs being met through responsive community-led services, projects and activities communities being innovative and responding well to changing needs. Meeting Community Needs The Committee s funding for outcomes focus has been reflected in its support of requests which are likely to provide the greatest benefit for community. Over the past year the Committee supported a diverse range of communities, taking a considered approach to allocation decisions which enhance community wellbeing. Supergrans Aotearoa Incorporated (SuperGrans) was allocated 60,000 towards its operational costs. Through the work of SuperGrans in the branches throughout New Zealand, whānau, individuals and children are mentored and coached in essential everyday life skills. Activities include cooking, basic home maintenance, parenting, basic budgeting, clothes mending and preparing for employment. A key focus of SuperGrans is positive volunteering opportunities for older people, achieved through strong collaborative relationships with broader community. The Committee agreed SuperGrans request aligned strongly to the priority funding area of supporting services where outcomes include the enhancement of the wellbeing and quality of life for older people, alongside that of whānau and their communities. Fa alapotopotoga Mo Le Aoaoina O Le Gagana Samoa (F.A.G.A.S.A.) was allocated 7,000 towards its operational costs. The Samoan language is the third most commonly spoken language in New Zealand, and F.A.G.A.S.A. s workshops, its contribution towards Samoan Language Week, and its annual speech competition provide cultural opportunities for New Zealand s Samoan community as well as the wider community. The Committee agreed that F.A.G.A.S.A. s community collaborations alongside the involvement of families, youth and older people were likely to support a sense of belonging and achievement for the Samoan community. A key outcome of F.A.G.A.S.A. s activities is the promotion of community and cultural identity, and provision of opportunities where people can feel they belong and can take part in the community. The Toy Library Federation of New Zealand was allocated 175,000 towards its operational costs. With its Play is our way philosophy, caregivers are encouraged to enjoy the benefits of play with their young children. For minimal cost, over 10,000 member families can access high quality educational children s toys from more than 200 urban and rural toy libraries throughout the country. These are also vital social hubs, contributing towards the strengthening of community and extended family relationships. The Committee agreed that the Toy Library s support of young children and their families - at a time when many experience economic challenge or social isolation - promotes community wellbeing. In addition, the high involvement of volunteers is also likely to strengthen their own sense of belonging to their communities. Committee Welcoming Rob Hewitt and Margaret McKee in September 2016, has ensured we have continued to work effectively with a good balance of skills, knowledge and experience. With its aim of fair and responsive decisions, the Committee supported a diverse range of communities. It was also able to contribute towards innovative projects which promoted community participation. The Committee is committed to the distribution of grants to groups whose outcomes have an overall benefit to New Zealand communities, and we have prioritised activities that contribute towards Annual Report 2017

29 25 stronger communities. These included services that support the specific needs of youth, older people, Māori, Pacific people, new migrants and refugees, and people considered to be at risk or disadvantaged. Jennifer Mahoney Presiding Member National Community Committee 2016/17 Allocation 12,207,486 Funding returned in 22, /17 Total amount available 12,229,729 for distribution Total amount requested 45,058,926 Total amount 12,198,212 Percentage of amount 27% requested that was received considered Percentage of requests % Largest grant 550,000 Average grant 55,541 Smallest grant 2,000

30 26 Lottery Regional Community Committees Lottery regional community committees consider applications for projects and activities with a local and regional focus. Regional Community Committees are based in 11 locations around New Zealand: Auckland Bay of Plenty/Gisborne Canterbury/Kaikoura Hawke s Bay Manawatu/Whanganui Northland Otago/Southland Taranaki Waikato Wellington/Wairarapa West Coast/Nelson/Marlborough Committee members are locally based and have a good understanding of community issues, demographics and dynamics. This enables them to consider and grant funds to projects that best match the objectives of the committees with the evolving needs of their communities. In addition to the 11 regional committees two subcommittees were established to distribute funding to two communities impacted by natural disasters. Annual Report 2017

31 27 Lottery Regional Community Committees Ngā Tahua Whakatinana Papakāinga ā Rohe Mission/Te Whakatakanga The well-being of New Zealanders and their community is enhanced. Tātai hono Relationships Lottery Community recognises the aspirations and needs of Māori, and their protocols. E whakatau ana te Tahua Whakatinana Papakāinga i ngā hiahia me ngā tū manako o te Māori, me ō rātou kawa. Outputs In 2016/17 the Lottery Grants Board allocated Lottery regional community committees the following base funds to distribute: Funding was available for projects and events that have a community or social service focus, and help to improve the quality of people s lives, including: developmental and preventative projects welfare and support services providing information or raising awareness encouragement of participation in communities (for example, improving opportunities and/or people s abilities, and addressing issues such as equity, isolation, independence and risk) encouragement of community and/ or cultural identity or understanding supporting activities that help develop people and organisations, particularly those acting in a voluntary capacity. Committee Northland Lottery Auckland Community 10,198,377 Lottery Bay of Plenty/ 3,046,652 Gisborne Community Lottery Canterbury/Kaikoura 3,557,272 Community Lottery Subcommittee 5,436,416 Hurunui Kaikoura Marlborough Earthquake Relief Fund Lottery Hawke s Bay 1,389,635 Community Lottery Manawatu/ 2,220,953 Whanganui Community Lottery Northland 1,856,235 Community Lottery Otago/Southland 2,280,608 Community Lottery Subcommittee 1,000,000 Rangitaiki River Stopbank Breach Recovery Fund Lottery Taranaki Community 992,451 Lottery Waikato Community 3,875,827 Lottery Wellington/ 3,116,939 Wairarapa Community Lottery West Coast/Nelson/ 1,400,610 Marlborough Community West Coast/ Nelson-Marlborough Taranaki Auckland Waikato Manawatu/ Whanganui Canterbury/Kaikoura Wellington/ Wairarapa Hawke s Bay (includes Chatham Islands) Bay of Plenty/ Gisborne Otago/Southland

32 28 Auckland Community Committee Committee Members Katie Noble (Presiding Member) Carolyn Morgan George Ngatai Marina Vaha Ranjna Patel (to May 2017) Richard Pamatatu (from June 2017) Outcome Statement The social, cultural and economic wellbeing of Auckland communities is enhanced. Committee Priorities communities are connected, integrated and engaged community involvement enhances quality of life and wellbeing families are supported and strengthened cultures are shared and supported to recognise the diversity of communities new and innovative delivery responds to an identified gap within communities volunteers are recognised, developed, supported and well resourced. Meeting Community Needs The Committee is committed to allocating grants that support contributions to a wider community benefit and impact, that brings about change and overall wellbeing. An example of a group contributing to the wider community is Third Space, based in Oranga, Auckland. The group received a grant of 20,000, towards the salary for a coordinator. They are a group using places of encounter in their local community and creating pathways for locally led initiatives and employment opportunities. This is a service that is new and innovative and responds to an identified gap within communities, and the Committee acknowledged their contribution to the local community. Third Space started a social enterprise in the form of a local market. Through community consultation education and enterprise for adults were identified as key community needs. Through considerable community involvement an op shop and community drop in centre were established to address these needs. As locals called in, they would talk about what was going on in their lives which led to the development of To Wahi (Your Place). It is a space away from home, to unwind, share and where everyone is welcome. From the premises they run a variety of community initiatives workshops where people can connect, develop life and work skills and access counselling services. As a result many have gone on to become volunteers and gain employment. The Committee also allocates grants to many elderly groups acknowledging the increase in the aging population and recognising that many elderly live alone with limited social networks. One group that was funded was 60 s Up Movement of NZ Incorporated Pukekohe Branch. They received a grant of 6,000 towards outings that provided elderly members with activities that keep them involved in their community and provide companionship. Though the amount awarded is small compared to other grants made, the Committee see this as an opportunity to support the priority of communities being connected, integrated and engaged. Committee Over the past year Marina Vaha was re-appointed as a member. We also welcomed Carolyn Morgan as a new appointee. Ranjna Patel resigned from the Committee to focus on work commitments and she is acknowledged for her service and commitment over the years. The Committee has experienced challenges with the demand for funds at every round and prioritising which organisations to support, with so many meeting its outcomes. However there have been some very beneficial new and innovative projects that have been successful. The Committee has valued the support of staff from the Department of Internal Affairs Manukau office for their work with communities and their ongoing support throughout the year. Katie Noble Presiding Member Auckland Community Committee 2016/17 Allocation 10,198,377 Funding returned in 2016/17 7,656 Total amount available 10,206,033 for distribution Total amount requested 27,891,294 Total amount 10,169,625 Percentage of amount 37% requested that was received considered 341 Percentage of requests 81% Largest grant 225,000 Average grant 29,905 Smallest grant 1,000 Annual Report 2017

33 29 Bay of Plenty/Gisborne Community Committee Committee Members Wendy Tozer (Presiding member) Mike Keefe James Clark Tina Karaitiana Beryl Ross (to June 2017) Terri Eggleton (from June 2017) Outcome Statement The social and economic wellbeing of the Bay of Plenty and Gisborne communities is enhanced and community participation is encouraged. Committee Priorities people are supported to reach their potential Māori are achieving their cultural aspirations, and building whānau and hapū capability people, communities and groups are working together to increase their capabilities and reach their aspirations the wellbeing, safety and quality of life for individuals, whānau and communities is enhanced the rurally and/or socially isolated are connected and engaged. Meeting Community Needs The area covered by the Committee is geographically diverse encompassing both urban and large tracts of rurally isolated areas, all of which face their own unique challenges. The emphasis on funding for outcomes allows the Committee to focus on decisions that have the greatest benefit for these communities. Over the past year the Committee supported a diverse range of communities, taking a considered and innovative approach to allocation decisions to enhance community wellbeing. The Committee supported a Bay of Plenty initiative called Bay Brighter Futures (BBF). This is a unique collaboration between funders and key stakeholders working throughout the Bay of Plenty region. BBF funding partners that signed up to a Collaboration Accord are: Bay Trust, Community Response Forum, Ministry of Social Development, Rotorua Energy Charitable Trusts, Lottery Grants Board and Tauranga Energy Consumer Trust. The BBF focus is on two priority areas: the first 1000 days of a child s life, and youth engagement in education, training and employment. These priorities were identified via research commissioned in 2014 and from community workshops held throughout the Bay of Plenty region in By working together with a wide group of community and government funders, it is expected the capacity of communities will be increased to provide real solutions to social and economic challenges. BBF provides a single gateway for community organisations seeking funding for initiatives that address the BBF key priority areas. They are now able to apply to all BBF funders through a single request. The Committee ring fenced 100,000 as contribution to the initiative alongside other partners contributions. The Committee contributed 76,000 over three years to the Gisborne Volunteer Centre towards operational costs. The multi-year grant enabled the centre to retain skilled staff, and to support and advise volunteers, and volunteer-involving organisations. The volunteering sector is strengthened through the delivery of training programmes and workshops and the awareness of volunteering is increased due to promotion and recognition of the work that volunteers do. The grant is contributing to a service that is connecting and strengthening the community. Committee The Committee welcomed one new appointee Teresa Eggleton from Tauranga. We are also pleased to have Tina Karaitiana from Te Tairawhiti, reappointed for another term. The range of skills, knowledge and experience both bring to the table will enhance existing expertise, to ensure the Committee continues to make quality decisions on grant distribution that benefits the communities across the regions. One of the ongoing challenges for the Committee remains oversubscription to the Fund. The number of groups making grant requests and the amount of funding requested continues to increase. This weighs heavily on the ability of the Committee to allocate funds at the requested amount. The Committee s priorities were also revisited and the Committee agreed the priorities continue to be relevant and reflect the needs across their regions. The Committee appreciates the ongoing support of staff from the Department of Internal Affairs and from the Lottery Grants Board. Wendy Tozer Presiding Member Bay of Plenty/Gisborne Community Committee 2016/17 Allocation 3,046,652 Funding returned in 2016/17 25,117 Total amount available for distribution 3,071,769 Total amount requested 9,984,878 Total amount 2,986,852 Percentage of amount 30% requested that was received 233 considered Percentage of requests 89% Largest grant 94,000 Average grant 15,871 Smallest grant 1,000

34 30 Canterbury/Kaikoura Community Committee Committee Members Dugald McLean (Presiding Member) Jane Broughton (to November 2016) Terry Donaldson Sheryl Frew (from September 2016) Christine Korako Elizabeth Lovell (from June 2017) Outcome Statement The Committee will enhance the social, cultural and economic wellbeing of the Canterbury/Kaikoura communities. Committee Priorities community connections are improved through a community-led development approach older people have an enhanced quality of life the wellbeing of communities that were impacted by the Canterbury and Kaikoura earthquakes is improved people in rural communities have access to services and an improved quality of life. Meeting Community Needs The Committee covers a large region of the South Island, including the Chatham Islands. Although much of the population is in the city of Christchurch, there are many small rural towns where residents have limited access to services. Therefore improving that access and quality of life is a priority for the Committee. The region has experienced several significant earthquakes since 2010, most recently in North Canterbury, and the Committee has made the wellbeing of these affected communities a priority. Organisations that use a community-led development approach to improve connections within their communities have also been a priority. The Wainoni Avonside Community Services Trust received a grant of 20,000 for wages, to run activities and programmes to improve the wellbeing of older people in an area that was badly impacted by the 2011 earthquakes. Many people in this area faced earthquake related issues such as managing house repairs or relocation, which contributed to stress and social isolation for some. Being able to participate in fun social activities helped to improve their connections and wellbeing. The Chathams Community Focus Trust was granted 15,600 to employ a coordinator to run community events and a children s after school programme. Chatham Islands is an isolated community with limited access to services. This grant contributed to community participation and enjoyment, which added to the wellbeing of the whole Chathams community. The rurally based Little River Wairewa Community Trust was granted 25,000 for operating costs for their range of community programmes. Using a community-led development approach, this Trust supports local residents to develop community projects as well as providing a weekly drop-in session, community events and welcome packs for new residents. The grant contributed to stronger community connections and participation and increased the capacity of the community to respond to its own needs. Committee There have been some changes of Committee membership during the year. Sheryl Frew was appointed to fill an existing vacancy. Jane Broughton resigned after having completed almost two terms on the Committee. Jane made valuable contributions to decision making due to her community knowledge. Elizabeth Lovell was appointed in June 2017 to fill this vacancy. Terry Donaldson was reappointed for a third term. Dugald McLean Presiding Member Canterbury/Kaikoura Community Committee 2016/17 Allocation 3,557,272 Funding returned in /17 Total amount available 3,558,026 for distribution Total amount requested 8,836,558 Total amount 3,557,272 Percentage of amount 41% requested that was received considered Percentage of requests % Largest grant 126,723 Average grant 20,706 Smallest grant 2,000 Annual Report 2017

35 31 Hawke s Bay Community Committee Committee Members Di Petersen (Presiding Member) Jackie Black Benita Cairns (to June 2017) Trish Giddens Sarah Mulcahy Mo Houkamau (from June 2017) Outcome Statement Mitigate the adverse effects of Hawke s Bay high levels of disadvantage and deprivation by supporting effective community groups and services. Committee Priorities Priority will be given to requests that: clearly demonstrate outcomes that contribute to the wider cultural diversity and wellbeing of the community demonstrate innovation and collaboration with others to provide effective and efficient services in their local community. Meeting Community Needs There is strong demand from community groups providing services that address poverty and family violence as well as those seeking to support the elderly, youth and disability sectors. The Committee also regularly receives requests to fund innovative projects. The Committee a small grant to Business in the Community 2013 Ltd (BITC) to pilot a mentoring scheme in The success of the pilot led to the Committee granting 18,800 in March 2017 to BITC to fully launch the Community Mentoring Scheme (Scheme). The Scheme enables community groups to build their capacity, improve their effectiveness and identify opportunities through accessing the experience and skills of the business sector. By strengthening community groups, it is expected that their services and programmes will have a greater positive impact on the communities they serve. Hawke s Bay has many rural isolated communities that have a strong tradition of working together and looking after their own people and needs. Small communities often struggle to fundraise for facilities or equipment that can be taken for granted in areas with a larger population base. Te Kura O Waikaremoana (Kura) no longer qualified for financial assistance to hire a bus due to its small roll numbers. The Kura requested assistance from the Committee to purchase a mini bus, as some students were walking kilometres to school and back alongside dangerous shingle roads. The Kura is located an hour s drive from Wairoa, making transport essential for students to attend sports activities and access learning opportunities beyond their school environment. The community had been fundraising for six months and had close to 3,000 to contribute, however this was a long way short of the 20,000 or more needed to purchase a safe, reliable vehicle. In October 2016, the Committee granted the Kura 19,367. The community now has an ideal vehicle for transporting students and others with limited transport options. Committee Benita Cairn s term came to an end in June 2017 after more than six years on the Committee. The Committee welcomes Mo Houkamau, also from Wairoa who will join the Committee. Di Petersen Presiding Member Hawke s Bay Community Committee 2016/17 Allocation 1,389,635 Funding returned in 2016/ Total amount available 1,390,155 for distribution Total amount requested 4,881,780 Total amount 1,389,995 Percentage of amount 28% requested that was received considered 85 Percentage of requests 74% Largest grant 53,768 Average grant 16,352 Smallest grant 691

36 32 Hurunui/Kaikoura/Marlborough Earthquake Relief Fund Subcommittee Members Dugald McLean (Presiding Member) Terry Donaldson Christine Korako Pam Woodward Alison McAlpine Outcome Statement The physical and emotional wellbeing of people living within the Hurunui, Kaikoura and Marlborough earthquake affected areas is improved. Committee Priorities community benefits of a public nature grants that show clear benefits or outcomes for people in the affected communities, hapū or iwi capital works grants up to 30,000 for wellbeing, and health and safety. Meeting Community Needs The Lottery Grants Board allocated the 2.71 million profit from the 10 December 2016 Lotto draw to set up this special Fund to help people in the Hurunui, Kaikoura or Marlborough districts affected by the 7.8 magnitude earthquake on 14 November 2016 and its aftershocks. The Board further allocated an additional 2.71 million increasing the total available in the fund to 5.42 million dollars. This fund remains open until it has been fully allocated. The Marlborough, Kaikoura and Hurunui District Councils have been funded to support recovery efforts in each of their districts. These grants have been made to support the physical and emotional wellbeing of people living in these earthquake impacted areas. Examples of these grants are 35,942 to Hurunui District Council, 10,176 Kaikoura District Council and 23,160 to the Marlborough District Council for salaries of recovery positions to collate and gather information from diverse sources, enabling a coordinated, well-informed approach to earthquake recovery and community wellbeing in these districts. Hurunui District Council received a grant of 29,600 to restore two earthquake damaged war memorials in time for ANZAC day event. These were to improve community morale in small rural towns and provide opportunities for social connection. The closure of State Highway 1 north and south of Kaikoura has severely impacted on the area because of the isolation it has caused. A number of groups have received grants for travel to various events and sporting activities because of the road closure. This includes a grant to the Kaikoura Leisure Marching group who received a grant of 7,980 to support the group to attend a national marching event in Wellington. This group usually fund-raise for all their costs to participate in events but their fundraising facilities were no longer available due to the earthquakes. The grant has supported their community participation and wellbeing this year. Havelock vision 2020 Charitable Trust received a grant of 578 to support a day-long outing to Havelock for some residents of Seddon and Ward amongst those worst impacted by the Kaikoura earthquakes. This social event was to improve the community connections and psycho-social wellbeing of those participating. Community Energy Action Charitable Trust was granted 20,000 to provide support and advice to people on how to keep their earthquake damaged homes warm and dry over the winter, while they wait for earthquake repairs. The Trust worked with the Hurunui and Kaikoura District Councils Recovery Teams to assess the need and to target their services. The grant contributed to people s physical and emotional wellbeing. Subcommittee A Subcommittee was established in December 2016 to distribute this Fund. Members are Dugald McLean (Presiding Member), Christine Korako and Terry Donaldson, of the Canterbury/Kaikoura Community Committee along with Alison McAlpine and Pam Woodward of the West Coast/Nelson/Marlborough Community Committee. The Subcommittee is very attuned to community wellbeing needs related to the earthquake. Grant requests are considered on an ongoing basis and there is no closing date. This ensures grants are timely and responsive. To meet the continued needs in the Hurunui Kaikoura and Marlborough earthquake affected area there is no requirement to allocate funding by a specified date. The unused portion of funding has been carried forward to the 2017/18 year. Dugald McLean Presiding Member Hurunui/Kaikoura/Marlborough Earthquake Relief Subcommittee 2016/17 Allocation 5,436,416 Funding returned in 2016/17 2,861 Total amount available for 5,439,277 distribution Total amount requested 3,923,892 Total amount 2,958,054 Percentage of amount 75% requested that was received considered 120 Percentage of requests 92% Largest grant 278,062 Average grant 24,674 Smallest grant 500 Annual Report 2017

37 33 Manawatu/Whanganui Community Committee Committee Members Bernard Wanden (Presiding Member) Ruth Rainey Stephen Paewai Karney Herewini Johanna Wood (from June 2017) Nikki Speedy (to June 2017) Outcome Statement In the Manawatu and Whanganui region, the Committee aims to contribute to building strong sustainable communities, with an emphasis on social and cultural wellbeing and development. Committee Priorities people in the community have increased opportunities to connect with each other through locally-led activities programmes, activities or projects focus on the strengths of participants, rather than fix problems, and are led by those who receive benefits from the programmes, activities or projects increased collaboration (formally working together on a shared single goal) between the community organisation and/or members of the community Māori customs, language, and/ or world-view are meaningfully integrated into the community sector and the delivery of services, particularly where the organisation operates with kaupapa Māori. Meeting Community Needs The region covered by the Committee is widespread geographically, culturally and ethnically. The Committee s priorities are set to respond to the needs and wants highlighted by the community at a grassroots level. This year the Committee focused on funding groups and organisations in a way which will lead to more meaningful collaboration, and on supporting community-led activities. Multi-year funding continues to be supported by the Committee which seven multi-year grants totalling 375,000 this year. The Committee has committed to ensuring collaborative efforts are well resourced to ensure their sustainability. One example the Committee has come across of organisations collaborating better to improve the outcomes for the community is the Legacy Centre. The Committee a grant of 68,000 to the Legacy Centre. The Legacy Centre is an amalgamation of five different non-government organisations that were delivering services in Highbury. The Committee identified that by merging services this organisation has been able to reduce overheads and better target funding into the delivery of activities and services as well as reducing compliance. The Committee a multi-year grant totalling 20,000 to Maungarongo Marae Trustees. Maungarongo Marae is based in Ohakune and is a significant and central Marae to Ngāti Rangi Iwi. The funding will contribute towards the facilitation of regular wānanga to assist in the preservation of tikanga, te reo Māori, and other cultural activities. By approving two years of funding to the Marae, the Committee hopes to reduce the burden of ongoing compliance and empower the trustees to commit to longer term strategies. The Committee has seen a number of organisations that have been affected by central government funding changes and reviews. This has resulted in significant changes in the types of request being received. By committing significant funding to multi-year grants the Committee hopes to empower more organisations to commit to longer term strategies in order for them to be more sustainable. Committee The Committee welcomed Johanna Wood in June 2017 and we look forward to gaining her insights on the region. The Committee would like to acknowledge Nikki Speedy for her contribution to the Committee during her term. Bernard Wanden Presiding Member Manawatu/Whanganui Community Committee 2016/17 Allocation 2,220,953 Funding returned in 2016/ Total amount available for 2,221,266 distribution Total amount requested 8,355,666 Total amount 2,211,869 Percentage of amount 27% requested that was received considered 117 Percentage of requests 75% Largest grant 90,000 Average grant 18,985 Smallest grant 1,600

38 34 Northland Community The Committee made 126 grants with an average allocation of 14,732. The largest grant was 56,885, awarded to Ngāti Hine Health Trust Board towards purchasing a community mobility vehicle. The smallest grant was 1,500, awarded to Kerikeri Football Club as a contribution towards grounds maintenance. Committee Members Neil Clements (Presiding Member) Peter Jensen (to May 2017) Gwen Te Pania-Palmer Patsy Thornton (to May 2017) Darlene Lang Gent Teresa Lomas (from June 2017) Rahuia Kapa (from June 2017) Outcome statement The social, economic and physical wellbeing of Northland s communities is enhanced. Committee Priorities The Committee prioritised programmes and projects that: build strong, sustainable communities enhance the social, economic and physical wellbeing of communities improve community health improve digital literacy. Meeting Community Needs The Northland Community Committee aimed to make responsive decisions with consideration for the unique challenges of Northland communities, which include high levels of social deprivation and limited access to services. The Stand Children s Service Northern was granted 7,000 towards activities and travel costs for children to experience opportunities that they would not normally have the means to. These activities give the young people time to socialise in a safe, positive way and to build confidence. The Committee also supported the continued operations of Tai Tokerau Emergency Housing Charitable Trust with a grant of 50,000. This grant supports the community benefit of providing emergency (short-term) accommodation for people in need, supporting their transition into more permanent housing and facilitating the acquisition of skills and resources necessary to sustain a home. Committee At the end of 2016/17, the Northland Community Committee bid farewell to two long-serving committee members, Patsy Thornton and Peter Jensen. The Committee wishes to acknowledge both members for their valuable contributions over the years. The Northland Community Committee warmly welcomes Teresa Lomas and Rahuia Kapa who were appointed to the Committee in June The Committee has valued the support of staff from the Department of Internal Affairs Northern offices for their work with communities and their ongoing support throughout the year. Neil Clements Presiding Member Northland Community Committee 2016/17 Allocation 1,856,235 Funding returned in 2016/17 - Total amount available for 1,856,235 distribution Total amount requested 7,229,841 Total amount 1,856,225 Percentage of amount 26% requested that was received considered 126 Percentage of requests 81% Largest grant 56,885 Average grant 14,732 Smallest grant 1,500 Annual Report 2017

39 35 Otago/Southland Community Committee Committee Members Nigel Moore (Presiding Member) Margot Hishon David McKenzie (to June 2017) Vanessa van Uden (from June 2017) Hamish Walker Beverley Evans Outcome Statement The work we do enhances the social and economic wellbeing of Otago and Southland communities. Committee Priorities people are engaged and involved in community life there is increased community collaboration between service providers within communities, and duplication of services is reduced increased community ability to be innovative, resilient and responsive to change, and opportunities positive contributions are made to the life, vibrancy and identity of communities to enhance enjoyment for all its members rurally isolated communities have increased support. Meeting Community Needs The Otago/Southland region covers a large geographic area covering a mix of isolated rural communities, small towns and cities. Contributions were made towards the aspirations and needs identified by those communities. Projects that aligned with the Committees priorities were supported, in particular those that encouraged community engagement, and supported resilience and innovation. The Committee felt that it was important to ensure services were accessible particularly to isolated rural communities, and to those communities that were experiencing change. The Committee was also able to contribute towards innovative projects, festivals and significant community events. This year the Committee provided support for youth services in the Queenstown Lakes area by approving a grant of 65,000 to Wakatipu Youth Trust (Youth Trust). The Youth Trust employs four full time youth workers offering a range of developmental programmes and support services. Programmes include one on one mentoring, holiday programmes, life skill programmes and input into the Youth Council. The benefits of the grant include improving the overall wellbeing of young people, providing support and advocacy, and providing an environment that is safe and has the appropriate resources to assist families and young people make good decisions. A grant of 25,000 was awarded to Community Networking Trust Eastern Southland (Southland Trust) as a contribution towards their community development services. The Southland Trust supports local organisations and agencies in the Eastern Southland area to work collaboratively and to achieve joint solutions to community issues. Staff also work with local communities using a community-led development approach to support them to achieve their aspirations and to meet identified needs. Waitaki Valley Community Society (Society) based in Kurow was granted 12,000. The Society has a coordinator based at the Kurow Museum and Information Centre who is supported by a team of volunteers. The role of the organisation is to assist new groups and projects with their development, provide a point of contact for families and individuals needing assistance or information, and represent community at various regional forums. The benefits to the community include the availability of a wide range of information, provision of development advice, a contact point for community members looking for support, and organising collaborative action. Committee Committee membership remained largely the same during the year. However, David McKenzie completed his term in June David has been part of the Committee for six years and has provided valuable input into decision making during this time. His local knowledge and expertise will be missed. Vanessa van Uden has been appointed to fill the vacancy. Vanessa is from the Queenstown Lakes area and will bring her extensive local community knowledge to the Committee. We look forward to working with Vanessa. While the number of requests remained much the same as previous years, demand continues for higher levels of funding. As a result the Committee was rarely able to fund at the level requested. The Committee has made a commitment to multi-year funding and it is expected to see an increase in the number of these requests in 2017/18. Nigel Moore Presiding Member Otago/Southland Community Committee 2016/17 Allocation 2,280,608 Funding returned in 2016/17 7,017 Total amount available for 2,287,625 distribution Total amount requested 6,143,199 Total amount 2,277,141 Percentage of amount 37% requested that was received considered 168 Percentage of requests 83% Largest grant 65,000 Average grant 13,575 Smallest grant 500

40 36 Rangitaiki River Stopbank Breach Recovery Fund Subcommittee Members Wendy Tozer (Presiding Member) Mike Keefe James Clark Outcome Statement The physical, emotional and social wellbeing of people living within the affected area is improved. Committee Priorities community benefits of a public nature benefits or outcomes for people in the affected communities, hapū or iwi are clearly shown capital works grants up to 30,000 for the recovery of community facilities. Meeting Community Needs The Lottery Grants Board set up this special fund to help the people in Edgecumbe and the surrounding communities affected by the Rangitaiki River stopbank breach on 6 April A subcommittee of the Lottery Bay of Plenty/Gisborne Community Committee was established to allocate funding of 1 million available from 8 May Through grants made, the Subcommittee supported organisations to meet immediate and short term needs identified in Edgecumbe and the surrounding community. Examples of grants include: Growing Through Grief Whakatane 6,050 for operating and project costs for an educational peer support programme to support children who have experienced a natural disaster Whakatane District Council 23,000 for an Events Co-ordinator to support the restoration and enhancement of the social wellbeing of the Edgecumbe community Eastern Bay Achievement Trust 62,293 towards operational costs and storage for the Pou Whakaaro Furniture for Homes Project. The funding enabled the group to store donated items, prepare whiteware packages for those returning to their homes and enable the group to continue operating in this space New Zealand Council of Victim Support Groups Incorporated 3,005 to provide information packs to those affected by the stopbank breach. The packs were distributed in collaboration with other not-forprofit sector partners supporting recovery and wellbeing to homes in Edgecumbe and relevant public spaces enabling displaced families to have access to the information. The brochure provided emergency information, contact details for relevant agencies that can support community wellbeing and promotional health material. Subcommittee The Subcommittee was appointed in April The Subcommittee reviews requests and makes decisions on a rolling basis, ensuring timely decisions and grant payments to meet the needs of the affected communities. To meet the continued needs in Edgecumbe and surrounding communities affected by the Rangitaiki River stopbank breach there is no requirement to allocate funding by a specified date. The unused portion of funding has been carried forward to the 2017/18 year. Wendy Tozer Presiding Member Rangitaiki River Stopbank Breach Recovery Fund 2016/17 Allocation 1,000,000 Funding returned in 2016/17 - Total amount available for 1,000,000 distribution Total amount requested 215,301 Total amount 215,301 Percentage of amount 100% requested that was received 9 9 considered 9 Percentage of requests 100% Largest grant 62,293 Average grant 23,922 Smallest grant 3,005 Annual Report 2017

41 37 Taranaki Community Committee Committee Members Lynn Bublitz (Presiding member from June 2017) Turitea Bolstad (Presiding member to June 2017) Nicola Luxton (to June 2017) Beverley Gibson Terrance Parkes Raymond Tuuta (from June 2017) Maree Marchant (from June 2017) Outcome Statement People are independent, empowered and self-sufficient. Committee Priorities secure futures for youth social connections for older people assistance for people with defined needs cultural diversity support for Māori, Pasifika, and ethnic community-related projects. Meeting Community Needs When setting the priorities the Committee identified a real need to support groups that address needs for the elderly, disconnected youth and minority groups within the Taranaki region. The Committee continued to receive requests from all sectors of the community and saw an increase in requests from organisations based in South Taranaki. A gap in face to face contact and ongoing support for new migrants was identified in the region. A multi-year grant of 60,000 over three years was for Migrant Connections Taranaki. Migrant Connections Taranaki is a free service for skilled and non-skilled migrants. They support migrants and their families to successfully integrate into the Taranaki community through mentoring, orientation and cultural guidance. This grant was a contribution towards operating costs and orientation programmes, information seminars and workshops, and will provide some stability to the organisation and migrants residing in Taranaki. A grant of 25,000 was made to the Conductive Education Trust (Trust) to support children with special needs. The Trust was established in 2015, to provide a positive, inclusive environment for children with impaired physical and cognitive development, in particular those with neuro-motor (brain injury) issues. Currently parents have to travel to Hamilton to access rehabilitation services because there is no service available locally. The funding will contribute to the establishment of a local rehabilitation service. It will be a central hub within the special needs community for children and their families. Committee The Committee farewells Presiding Member Turita Bolstad who joined the Committee in 2011 and became Presiding Member in 2014, and Nicola Luxton who also joined the Committee in Their commitment and contribution has been of great value to the Taranaki community. Lynn Bublitz who has been a valued member of the Committee since 2010 was appointed as Presiding Member in June This is Lynn s third consecutive three year term. Committee priorities were revisited and a more strategic approach has been taken. While the number of groups requesting funding remains constant, the amount of funding requested and multi-year requests has increased, which has presented a challenge to the Committee. Lynn Bublitz Presiding Member Taranaki Community Committee 2016/17 Allocation 992,451 Funding returned in 2016/17 - Total amount available for 992,451 distribution Total amount requested 2,854,012 Total amount 988,338 Percentage of amount 35% requested that was received 87 considered Percentage of requests 77% Largest grant 75,000 Average grant 15,507 Smallest grant 2,500

42 38 Waikato Community Committee Committee Members Simon Lockwood (Presiding Member from June 2017) Sue King (Presiding Member until June 2017) Jason Sebestian Paula Baker (from June 2017) Sally Lee (from June 2017) Maxine Moana Tuwhangai Shannon Harnett (to June 2017) Outcome Statement The social and cultural wellbeing of Waikato communities is enhanced. Committee Priorities communities have established collaborative relationships and partnerships to achieve similar goals older people participate and contribute to families/whānau and communities young people engage, participate and add value to their communities volunteers are recognised and valued, receive training and are well supported rural, isolated and vulnerable communities have access to quality services, infrastructure and technology the organisation seeks outcomes beyond the value of the grant itself. high priority is given to organisations that have good governance, show a clear separation between governance and management and demonstrate good financial sustainability. Meeting Community Needs Our funding area includes the districts of Thames Coromandel, Hauraki, Matamata-Piako, Waipa, Waikato, South Waikato, Waitomo, Otorohanga, Taupo and Hamilton city. This area includes much of the lands of the Tainui waka and thus the people of Waikato, Raukawa, Hauraki and Maniapoto. Our region has seen an increase in an aging population, which creates challenges addressing social isolation and loneliness. To contribute to the elderly communities wellbeing the Committee supported Age Concern Hamilton. This organisation was established in Hamilton in 1982, and has successfully evolved to be dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for the elderly community. The funding landscape is changing dramatically and charities need to be innovative and agile to be sustainable. This requires community organisations to be adaptive and creative, while being responsive to the emerging community needs. The Committee granted 30,000 to an innovative project in our region led by the Waikato Environment Centre (Centre). In 2014 the Centre developed a local food rescue programme called Kaivolution. Good quality food is rescued from local food manufacturers, retailers and households that would otherwise go to waste and redistributed to Waikato charities. The Lottery funding is being used for the programme s operational costs, including the coordination of Kaivolution volunteers and contributions to the coordinator s salary. Committee It has been a year of change as we said goodbye to Shannon Harnett and welcomed Maxine Moana Tuwhangai. We also saw Sue King complete her term as Presiding Member of the Committee which she did with intelligence, humility and a clear sense of purpose. Thank you from the Committee for your service and leadership. A new round of appointments means we welcome Paula Baker and Sally Lee to the team. I look forward to working with both Paula and Sally to continually develop, adjust and fine tune our strategy to generate great funding outcomes. The Committee has placed genuine focus on our priorities. We have managed the increased number of multi-year applications with a good deal of rigour, given the sizeable amounts being requested. The Committee has seen increased levels of collaboration between applicant organisations and planning for the future. This aligns well with the Committee s desire to have bigger and better funding outcomes. Simon Lockwood Presiding Member Waikato Community Committee 2016/17 Allocation 3,875,827 Funding returned in 2016/17 Total amount available 3,875,827 for distribution Total amount requested 9,500,419 Total amount 3,871,103 Percentage of amount 41% requested that was received considered Percentage of requests % Largest grant 180,000 Average grant 24,502 Smallest grant 600 Annual Report 2017

43 39 Wellington/Wairarapa Community Committee Committee Members Bernard Cleary (Presiding Member from May 2017) David Ogden (Presiding Member to May 2017) Josie Adlam Dr. Elizabeth Sneyd Liz Tanielu (to March 2017) Cheryl Davies (from May 2017) John O Connell (from May 2017) Outcome Statement The Committee contributes to the building of strong, sustainable communities by encouraging or enabling community self-reliance, capacitybuilding and stability. The Committee also supports opportunities for social, recreational, civil or cultural participation and reducing or overcoming barriers to participation. Committee Priorities Priority for funding is given to organisations that contribute to the following outcomes: vulnerable families and individuals are connected, self-sufficient and enjoy a good quality of life young people positively contribute to work and community communities are connected and respond to changing environments and identified needs. Meeting Community Needs The Wellington/Wairarapa Community Committee s area is diverse covering both rural and urban areas. The Committee continues to support the unique needs put forward by the different communities it serves, and is focused on funding essential social services and organisations working in the social sector area. The Committee has noted that while request numbers have remained steady, the amount requested has increased. The Committee is rarely able to provide funding to the level requested. Six organisations were awarded multi-year grants in 2016/17. These organisations have made a great impact on our communities. Disability Information and Equipment Centre (Centre) received 80,000 across two years to provide support and information services to a wide range of people including the elderly, those with disabilities and access issues, and their families. The Centre is based in Paraparaumu, and has a mobile service which covers the wider Wellington region. With the increasing elderly population (particularly in Kāpiti Coast) as well as the growing number of people identifying as having a disability, the organisation is inundated with enquiries and calls for support. The grant was a contribution to their administration costs. The Committee has maintained its commitment to the wellbeing of families and children, while also making contributions to violence prevention and crisis services. Birthright Wellington Incorporated received a grant of 30,000 for their services toward one-parent families. Te Whare Rokiroki Māori Women s Refuge received 30,000 towards their much needed services. Committee Liz Tanielu resigned from the Committee in March In May 2017, David Ogden s term expired and Bernard Cleary was appointed as Presiding Member of the Committee. Cheryl Davies and John O Connell joined the Committee in May The appointments have further added to the broad range of skills and local knowledge within the Committee, covering various sectors across the Wellington region. Bernard Cleary Presiding Member Wellington Wairarapa Community Committee 2016/17 Allocation 3,116,939 Funding returned in 2016/17 4,497 Total amount available 3,121,436 for distribution Total amount requested 12,556,051 Total amount 3,110,565 Percentage of amount 25% requested that was received considered 167 Percentage of requests 86% Largest grant 150,000 Average grant 18,794 Smallest grant 747

44 40 West Coast/Nelson/Marlborough Community Committee Committee Members Alison McAlpine (Presiding Member) Pam Woodward Viveyan Tuhimata-Weke Michael Pugh Larry Ching Outcome Statement The social and economic wellbeing of the West Coast Nelson Marlborough Communities are enhanced. Committee Priorities communities are engaged and achieving sustainable, positive outcomes for the future rurally isolated communities have access to services. Meeting Community Needs The Committee continues to be committed to investing in not-for-profit organisations that contribute to building strong resilient communities and which help improve the quality of people s lives. The Committee allocated their funding in line with their priorities. Nelson Environment Centre received a grant of 20,000 towards the initial establishment and running costs for a food rescue initiative in the Nelson and Tasman area. The Committee supported this project as it aligns with their priority of communities being engaged and achieving sustainable, positive outcomes for the future. Food rescue is about communities collaborating together to achieve positive outcomes for the environment and for people. By joining together businesses, and charities, food rescue ensures that edible food is available to those in need. Food rescue is a sustainable way of managing food waste, and is a positive response to food poverty. Food rescue provides employment and volunteering opportunities for the community. New Coasters Incorporated received a grant of 20,000 to ensure a positive settling in experience for those new to living on the West Coast. This includes personalised support for those new to the area, easy accessibility to services, strengthening ethnic communities, and reducing isolation by providing opportunities to socialise. These activities support both the Committee s priorities ensuring newcomers are engaged and achieving sustainable, positive outcomes for the future, as well as ensuring rurally isolated people have access to services. A grant of 20,000 was awarded to the Awatere Community Trust, to continue to operate the community hub and information centre. The hub provides social and physical programmes and activities for the local community, that contributes to the Committee s outcome priorities, particularly around community engagement and participation and achieving sustainable positive outcomes for the future. The information centre is a focal point for the community and visitors, providing up to date services and information in the area, as well as access to the internet. Many locals are not able to travel to Blenheim as there is no public transport available so this ensures rurally isolated communities have access to services in line with this Committee s priorities. Committee Pam Woodward s term has been extended for a further 12 month period from June The Marlborough area covered by this Committee has been impacted by the 14 November 2016 earthquake. This has resulted in a number of extra initiatives being funded through the Lottery Hurunui Kaikoura Marlborough Earthquake Relief Fund adding to the workload of organisations operating in this area. Both Alison McAlpine and Pam Woodward have been part of the Subcommittee for the Lottery Hurunui Kaikoura Marlborough Earthquake Relief Fund and their contribution has been really appreciated. Alison McApline Presiding Member West Coast/Nelson/Marlborough Regional Community Committee 2016/17 Allocation 1,400,610 Funding returned in 4, /17 Total amount available 1,404,996 for distribution Total amount requested 3,726,123 Total amount 1,402,021 Percentage of amount 38% requested that was received considered Percentage of requests % Largest grant 55,000 Average grant 16,135 Smallest grant 2,000 Annual Report 2017

45 41 Statutory Bodies Creative New Zealand Every day, in every corner of the country, the arts have a positive impact on the lives of New Zealanders. As Aotearoa s national arts development agency, we stand proudly behind those involved in the arts. From orchestra pits and art galleries, to community halls and marae, we encourage, promote and support the arts for the benefit of all New Zealanders. In 2016/17 Creative New Zealand invested 40.5 million in the arts and arts organisations. The 2016/17 distribution by the Lottery Grants Board (Board) significantly contributed to these activities. Of the 81 organisations in Creative New Zealand s multi-year investment programmes, 64 presented events and performances that were attended by an audience of more than 950,000 throughout New Zealand. In addition, Creative New Zealand awarded more than 560 grants and other opportunities, such as residencies and fellowships, to individuals and organisations. As a key funder of community arts, Creative New Zealand provides opportunities for all New Zealanders to be actively involved in the arts. This includes the Creative Communities Scheme which is run in conjunction with local authorities. In 2016/17 it awarded more than 3.5 million to more than 1,800 arts projects throughout New Zealand, allowing more than 180,000 New Zealanders to participate in the arts. In its role as a powerful advocate for the arts, Creative New Zealand continues to spread the message of the value of the arts. This has included working with local government to support the arts throughout New Zealand, and by recognising excellence in the arts through Te Waka Toi Awards, the Arts Pasifika Awards and the Prime Minister s Awards for Literary Excellence. Creative New Zealand supported New Zealanders to present their work on the world stage. The pinnacle of this international achievement was Lisa Reihana s presentation at the 57th International Arts Exhibition La Biennale di Venezia. Although we are passionate about our work, we are only able to develop a thriving arts sector with the generous support we received from the Board. By working together we can ensure New Zealand artists continue to shine at home and abroad, and make our country one where every New Zealander has the opportunity to participate in and experience the arts. New Zealand Film Commission The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) is proud to be able to support New Zealand filmmaking and the New Zealand screen sector with the help of the Lottery Grants Board (Board). This year the NZFC was allocated million from the Board. The NZFC is a crown entity which helps grow and support our country s vibrant film industry. It invests in original and culturally significant New Zealand films, helps talented New Zealand filmmakers develop their careers, works to build connections internationally, and to grow audiences for New Zealand films, here and overseas. The NZFC markets New Zealand s screen production industry overseas, attracts international screen productions to New Zealand, helps negotiate international co-production treaties, administers the New Zealand Screen Production Grants, and certifies official co-productions. In the past 12 months, the NZFC has committed production funding to sixteen feature films and has seen eleven NZFCsupported films released in New Zealand cinemas. These include Poi E The Story of Our Song, Pork Pie, Chasing Great: Richie McCaw, One Thousand Ropes and Pecking Order. Chasing Great: Richie McCaw has become New Zealand s highest grossing local documentary, taking over 1.8 million at the New Zealand box office. New Zealand films were wellrepresented internationally with NZFC supported films screening at the Toronto, Sundance, Berlin and South by Southwest (SXSW) film festivals, among others. Fourteen new short films were funded during the year, with several selected to screen at international film festivals. These include The World at Your Window which was awarded the Youth Jury Award at the Clermont Ferrand Short Film Festival and Do No Harm which had its world premiere at Sundance before also screening at SXSW. NZ Film On Demand, a transactional video on demand service which features over 100 New Zealand films, from recent cinema releases to newly digitised classics continues to add new titles, and now has over 4000 subscribers across New Zealand, Australia, and the UK. The platform not only makes New Zealand films more accessible to domestic and international audiences, but also offers another distribution avenue for New Zealand filmmakers. The NZFC is committed to representing the diversity of New Zealand culture on screen and actively encourages underrepresented voices to participate in the industry through targeted initiatives. This includes Māori and Pasifika filmmakers and New Zealand s Asian community, as well as an ongoing focus on increasing the participation of women in all areas of the screen industry. Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision is New Zealand s audiovisual archive. It saves and cherishes the stories, creativity and history of Aotearoa New Zealand in sound and moving images. With strong values of connection, creativity and conservation the Archive s purpose is to collect, share and care for New Zealand s audiovisual taonga. Its

46 42 kaupapa expresses its commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and reflects Māori and Pākehā perspectives, language and aspirations. It guides the way Ngā Taonga works with the audiovisual taonga and with those connected with it. Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision was formed in August 2014, from the merger of the New Zealand Film Archive Ngā Kaitiaki O Ngā Taonga Whitiāhua, Sound Archives Ngā Taonga Kōrero and the Television New Zealand Archive. The merged collection dates from 1895 and spans New Zealand s sound and moving image history from the earliest days of cinema, audio recording and television, to contemporary film, television, advertisements, music videos, computer games and radio productions. It numbers approximately 820,000 items, comprising a diverse range of moving image and audio items, along with related documentation such as publicity materials, stills, posters, production records, props, costumes and equipment. In 2016/17 Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision received 1,350,409 in funding from the Lottery Grants Board (Board). This significant contribution made much of the Archive s work this year possible. A highlight of the year was the identification and preservation of the oldest complete New Zealand film, The World s First Lady Mayor. The film, from 1900, is of Elizabeth Yates who was elected Mayor of Onehunga in 1893, just weeks after New Zealand women became the first in the world to vote in a general election. Elizabeth Yates was the first female Mayor in the British Empire and, at the time, she became a media sensation and public celebrity. The film was shown to celebrate UNESCO s World Day of Audiovisual Heritage. This year Ngā Taonga was successful in extending its national reach with audience numbers of 1.9 million for the 2016/17 year. There was a strong focus on showcasing the collection and archival work. For instance, the archive created a mini-documentary that highlighted the meticulous work involved in preserving The World s First Lady Mayor. A new initiative was the development of an online exhibition programme, to offer guided pathways into collection items available on Ngā Taonga website. The first exhibition, Sellebration, was launched in April 2017 and brought together and made accessible over 300 audiovisual elements including cinema, radio and television commercials. To provide improved access to Māori language resources contained in Ngā Taonga Kōrero collection, during the year, Ngā Taonga signed a joint agreement with Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori for a year-long project. The archive completed a new digital restoration of Te Hui Aroha ki Tūranga/ Gisborne Hui Aroha, the third title of the set of four films shot by James McDonald, on behalf of the Dominion Museum. This involved piecing together footage from the original camera negatives from 1919 and the New Zealand Film Academy s photochemical preservation elements from the 1980s to recreate the presentation put together in the mid-1980s. Significant progress was also made on a major project to create a fully digital archive, which will provide many benefits, but key is ease of access for cataloguing, for creative uses, for research, for entertainment and for sharing the collection with all New Zealanders. This work, and much more, would not be possible without the generous funding we receive from the Board. Sport New Zealand Sport New Zealand works to ensure more New Zealanders get active, particularly our young people, and develop a life-long love of physical activity through quality experiences. This work is guided by our Strategic Plan and Community Sport Strategy , which put the needs of the participant at the centre of everything we do. The ongoing support of the Lottery Grants Board (Board) is crucial in our work to meet those needs now and in the future through targeted investment, building the capability of our partners in the sport sector and aligning their initiatives to our core plans and philosophies. In 2016/17, Board funds have helped us: invest more than 91.7m in our sector partners, including national sports organisations, regional sports trusts and national recreation organisations, to help improve the system which delivers sport and active recreation provide leadership and direction for everyone working with young people in sport and active recreation, guided by our Young People Plan further develop Play.sport, an initiative being piloted across 45 schools in Upper Hutt and Waitakere, to support teachers in creating engaging and quality physical education and sport experiences continue our work with secondary schools around the country to use the power of sport to help address academic and social challenges, through our Sport in Education approach through our Coach Developer Training and Performance Coach Advance programmes, continue to build a network of skilled coaches and coach developers, including bringing together over 200 coaches from around the country at our Connecting Coaches Conference in Dunedin in November 2016 embed our Talent Plan , which focuses on continually improving the competitive sporting system to keep participants involved and better prepare them for high performance through quality sporting experiences. Annual Report 2017

47 43 Financial Statements For the year 1 July 2016 to 30 June

48 44 Independent Auditor s Report To the readers of the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board s financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2017 The Auditor-General is the auditor of the. The Auditor-General has appointed me, Stephen Lucy, using the staff and resources of Audit New Zealand, to carry out the audit of the financial statements of the on his behalf. Opinion We have audited the financial statements of the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board on pages 47 to 50, that comprise the statement of financial position as at 30 June 2017 and the statement of comprehensive revenue and expense for the year ended on that date and the notes to the financial statements that include significant accounting policies and other explanatory information. In our opinion the financial statements of the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board: present fairly, in all material respects: its financial position as at 30 June 2017; and its financial performance for the year then ended. comply with generally accepted accounting practice in New Zealand in accordance with the Public Benefit Entity Standards. Our audit was completed on 31 October This is the date at which our opinion is expressed. The basis for our opinion is explained below. In addition, we outline the responsibilities of the Board and our responsibilities relating to the financial statements, we comment on other information, and we explain our independence. Basis for our opinion We carried out our audit in accordance with the Auditor-General s Auditing Standards, which incorporate the Professional and Ethical Standards and the International Standards on Auditing (New Zealand) issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Responsibilities of the auditor section of our report. We have fulfilled our responsibilities in accordance with the Auditor-General s Auditing Standards. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion. Responsibilities of the Board for the financial statements The Board is responsible on behalf of the for preparing financial statements that are fairly presented and comply with generally accepted accounting practice in New Zealand. The Board is responsible for such internal control as it determines is necessary to enable it to prepare financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, the Board is responsible on behalf of the for assessing the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board s ability to continue as a going concern. The Board is also responsible for disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting, unless there is an intention to merge or to terminate the activities of the, or there is no realistic alternative but to do so. The Board s responsibilities arise from the Public Finance Act 1989 and the Crown Entities Act Responsibilities of the auditor for the audit of the financial statements Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements, as a whole, are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit carried out in accordance with the Auditor-General s Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements are differences or omissions of amounts or disclosures, and can arise from fraud or error. Misstatements are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the decisions of readers, taken on the basis of these financial statements. For the budget information reported in the financial statements, our procedures were limited to checking that the information agreed to the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board s internally budget. We did not evaluate the security and controls over the electronic publication of the financial statements. As part of an audit in accordance with the Auditor-General s Auditing Standards, we exercise professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. Also: We identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. We obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the Annual Report 2017

49 45 purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board s internal control. We evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by the Board. We conclude on the appropriateness of the use of the going concern basis of accounting by the Board and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board s ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor s report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board to cease to continue as a going concern. We evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation. We communicate with the Board regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit. Our responsibilities arise from the Public Audit Act Other information This annual report of the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board contains the audited financial statements of the, the audited financial statements of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries and two independent auditor s reports, one for each set of audited financial statements. The annual report also includes other information. The New Zealand Lottery Grants Board is responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the information included on pages 2 to 42, and 46, but does not include the information we audited, and our two auditor s reports thereon. Our opinions on the information we audited do not cover the other information and we do not express any form of audit opinion or assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information. In doing so, we consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the information we audited or our knowledge obtained in the audit of either the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board or the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If, based on our work, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard. In addition, we have considered whether each of the two sets of audited financial statements are materially inconsistent with each other or our knowledge obtained in the audit of either of the two entities. We have nothing to report in this regard. Independence We are independent of the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board in accordance with the independence requirements of the Auditor-General s Auditing Standards, which incorporate the independence requirements of Professional and Ethical Standard 1 (Revised): Code of Ethics for Assurance Practitioners issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board. Other than in our capacity as auditor, we have no relationship with, or interests, in the. S B Lucy Audit New Zealand On behalf of the Auditor-General Wellington, New Zealand

50 46 Statement of Responsibility The Board is responsible for the preparation of the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board s (Board) financial statements and for the judgements made in them. The Board has the responsibility for establishing and maintaining a system of internal controls designed to provide reasonable assurance as to the integrity and reliability of financial reporting. In the Board s opinion, these financial statements fairly reflect the financial position and operations of the Board for the year ended 30 June Ailsa Smaill Khoa Nguyen Board Member Board Member 31 October October 2017 Statement of Purpose The Board makes decisions on the allocation of profits received from New Zealand Lotteries. These decisions are limited to the allocations to Lottery distribution committees, the Minister of Internal Affairs (Discretionary Fund) and the three statutory bodies in accordance with Sections 276, 278 and 279 of the Gambling Act 2003 and are detailed in Note 5 of the financial statements of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries. The three statutory bodies named in Section 279 of the Gambling Act 2003 are Creative New Zealand, Sport New Zealand and the New Zealand Film Commission (including Ngā Taonga Sound and Vision). These financial statements comprise the accounts of the Board. The operations of Lottery Distribution Committees and the Minister s Discretionary Fund are reported in the financial statements of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries. The operations of the Statutory Bodies are reported in the annual accounts of those entities. Annual Report 2017

51 47 Statement of Comprehensive Revenue and Expense For the year ended 30 June 2017 Note Actual 2017 Budget 2017 Revenue Lotto and Lottery Profits 3 272,832, ,100, ,998,503 Total Revenue 272,832, ,100, ,998,503 Actual 2016 Expenditure Distribution to Profits of New Zealand Lotteries 272,793, ,969, ,954,315 Board Members' Fees 5 25,171 55,260 36,331 Fees for Presiding Members' Policy Advisory Group Meetings 5 12,351 55,680 5,829 Other Expenses 6 1,738 20,000 2,028 Total Expenditure 272,832, ,100, ,998,503 Operating Surplus/Deficit Other Comprehensive Revenue and Expense Total Other Comprehensive Revenue and Expense Total Comprehensive Revenue and Expense The notes form an integral part of, and should be read in conjunction with, these financial statements. Statement of Financial Position As at 30 June 2017 The Board does not have any assets or liabilities as at 30 June 2017 (2016: Nil). Statement of Commitments As at 30 June 2017 The Board has no commitments as at 30 June 2017 (2016: Nil). Statement of Contingent Assets and Liabilities As at 30 June 2017 The Board has no contingent assets or liabilities as at 30 June 2017 (2016: Nil).

52 48 Notes to the Financial Statements For the year ended 30 June 2017 Note 1: Statement of Accounting Policies Reporting Entity The (Board) is a fourth schedule entity in terms of the Public Finance Act These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Public Finance Act 1989 and the Crown Entities Act For the purposes of financial reporting the Board is a Public Benefit Entity (PBE). The Board s primary objective is to make decisions on the allocation of profits received from the New Zealand Lotteries Commission. The operations of the Lottery Distribution Committees and the Minister s Discretionary Fund are reported in the financial statements of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries. The operations of the Statutory Bodies are reported in the annual accounts of those entities. The Secretary for Internal Affairs is trustee of the Profits received from the New Zealand Lotteries Commission under the Gambling Act Reporting Period The reporting period for these financial statements is the year ended 30 June 2017, and the report was by the Secretary for Internal Affairs on 31 October Basis of Preparation The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis and the accounting policies have been applied consistently throughout the period. Statement of Compliance These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Crown Entities Act 2004, which includes the requirement to comply with New Zealand generally accepted accounting practice and prepared in accordance with and comply with Public Benefit Entity (PBE) Standards. These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Public Finance Act 1989, the Gambling Act 2003 and the Crown Entities Act Measurement Base The financial statements have been prepared on a historical cost basis. Changes in Accounting Policies There have been no changes in accounting policies during the financial year. Judgements and Estimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with PBE standards requires judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of policies and reported amounts of assets and liabilities, revenue and expenses. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and various other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results may differ from these estimates. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an on-going basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised if the revision affects only that period or in the period of the revision and future periods if the revision affects both current and future periods. Budget Figures The budget figures are those by the Minister of Internal Affairs, as Presiding Member, at the beginning of the financial year. The budget figures have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting practice and are consistent with the accounting policies adopted by the Secretary for Internal Affairs for the preparation of the financial statements. Comparatives When presentation or classification of items in the financial statements is amended or accounting policies are changed voluntarily, comparative figures are restated to ensure consistency with the current period unless it is impracticable to do so. Functional and Presentation Currency The functional currency of the Board is New Zealand dollars. The financial statements are presented in New Zealand dollars and all values are rounded to the nearest whole dollar. Note 2: Significant Accounting Policies Revenue Revenue comprises the profits of the New Zealand Lotteries Commission and other miscellaneous revenue. Revenue is measured at the fair market value of consideration received or receivable. Revenue is recognised when earned and is reported in the financial period to which it relates. All revenue is deemed to be nonexchange revenue as per the definition in the PBE standard International Public Sector Accounting Standards, Revenue from Non-Exchange Transactions (PBE IPSAS 23). Board Expenses Board expenses are the costs of the Board including Members fees and travel costs, room hire and sundry expenses. Board expenses are measured at the fair market value of consideration paid. Goods and Services Tax (GST) These accounts have been prepared on a GST exclusive basis. Note 3: Distribution to Profits of New Zealand Lotteries Revenue less Board expenses is distributed to the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries. It is recognised as expenditure in the financial statements of the Board and as revenue in the financial statements of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries. The 2016/17 distribution to the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries was funded by profits of 272,832,829 (2015/16: 203,998,503) received from the New Annual Report 2017

53 49 Zealand Lotteries Commission during the year. At its meeting on 7 July 2016, the Board specific allocations to the Distribution Committees, the Minister of Internal Affairs (Discretionary Fund) and the guaranteed minimum percentage allocation to Statutory Bodies based on the 2016/17 forecast supplied by the New Zealand Lotteries Commission. One special purpose lottery draw was run during 2016/17 year for the Hurunui Kaikoura Marlborough Earthquake Relief Fund (2015/16: Nil). Note 4: Related Parties and Key Management Personnel The Board enters into transactions with other entities on an arm s length basis. Transactions that occur are within a normal supplier or client relationship on terms and conditions no more or less favourable than those which it is reasonable to expect the Board would have adopted if dealing with those unrelated entities at arm s length. The Department of Internal Affairs provides administrative services to the Board, Distribution Committees and the Minister of Internal Affairs on an arm s length basis. The key management personnel are the six members of the Board. Any fees paid to these members are paid from the Board and not from the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries (see Note 5 below). There were no grants relating to key management personnel during the year ended 30 June 2017 (2015/16: Nil). Therefore, there was no exercise of control or influence in the approval process. Note 5: Disclosure of Fees The total fees paid to the four non-minister board members for attendance at Board meetings during the year 1 July 2016 to 30 June 2017 are shown below. These equate to 0.03 FTE (2015/16: 0.03): Lottery Grants Board Members' Fees Actual 2017 Actual 2016 Burrill, M Smaill, A ,520 Wehipeihana-Wilson, T.M Nguyen, K.T. 1,620 1,440 Total Fees Paid 2,160 5,400 Additional Meeting expenses 23,011 30,931 Total 25,171 36,331 These fees are based on actual paid fees in the 2016/17 financial year. Any fees processed after year end will appear in the 2017/18 annual report. Of the six key management personnel three are Hon Peter Dunne, Hon Trevor Mallard and Hon Scott Simpson (MP). Members of Parliament do not receive remuneration or other benefits for their roles as members of the Board.

54 50 Fees for attendance at the Presiding Members Policy Advisory Group Meetings Actual 2017 Actual 2016 Bolstad, D.C.T Bourke, M.K Burrill, M.A Clements, N.V Darby, J.D Fouri, P Joyce, B.D King S.H Mahoney, J.G McAlpine, A.M McLean, D.S.A Moore, N.J Nguyen, K.T Noble, K.A Ogden, D.K Petersen, D.M Powell, C.L Smaill, A.G Taylor, D Tozer, W.A Wanden, B.P Total Fees Paid 7,140 3,500 PMPAG Travel 5,211 2,329 Total 12,351 5,829 These fees are based on actual paid fees in the 2016/17 financial year. Any fees processed after year end will appear in the 2017/18 annual report. Note 6: Other Expenses Actual 2017 Actual 2016 Bank Fees 1,738 2,028 Total Other Expenses 1,738 2,028 Note 7: Total Comprehensive Revenue and Expense Total Comprehensive Revenue and Expense for the year ended 30 June 2017 was Nil (2015/16: Nil). The Board expenses were paid from a bank account operated by the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries. All surpluses are distributed to the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries. Therefore, it is not appropriate for the Board to produce a Statement of Changes in Net Assets/Equity or Statement of Cash Flows. Note 8: Events after Balance Date There were no significant events after balance date (2015/16: Nil). Annual Report 2017

55 51 Financial Statements Profits of New Zealand Lotteries For the year 1 July 2016 to 30 June

56 52 Independent Auditor s Report To the readers of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2017 The Auditor-General is the auditor of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries. The Auditor-General has appointed me, Stephen Lucy, using the staff and resources of Audit New Zealand, to carry out the audit of the financial statements of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries on his behalf. Opinion We have audited the financial statements of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries on pages 55 to 66, that comprise the statement of financial position as at 30 June 2017, the statement of comprehensive revenue and expense, statement of changes in equity and the statement of cash flows for the year ended on that date and the notes to the financial statements that include significant accounting policies and other explanatory information. In our opinion the financial statements of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries: present fairly, in all material respects: its financial position as at 30 June 2017; and its financial performance and cash flows for the year then ended. comply with generally accepted accounting practice in New Zealand in accordance with the Public Benefit Entity Standards. Our audit was completed on 31 October This is the date at which our opinion is expressed. The basis for our opinion is explained below. In addition, we outline the responsibilities of the Secretary for Internal Affairs and our responsibilities relating to the financial statements, we comment on other information, and we explain our independence. Basis for our opinion We carried out our audit in accordance with the Auditor-General s Auditing Standards, which incorporate the Professional and Ethical Standards and the International Standards on Auditing (New Zealand) issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Responsibilities of the auditor section of our report. We have fulfilled our responsibilities in accordance with the Auditor-General s Auditing Standards. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion. Responsibilities of the Secretary for Internal Affairs for the financial statements The Secretary for Internal Affairs is responsible on behalf of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries for preparing financial statements that are fairly presented and comply with generally accepted accounting practice in New Zealand. The Secretary for Internal Affairs is responsible for such internal control as he determines is necessary to enable him to prepare financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, the Secretary for Internal Affairs is responsible on behalf of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries for assessing the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries ability to continue as a going concern. The Secretary for Internal Affairs is also responsible for disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting, unless there is an intention to merge or to terminate the activities of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries, or there is no realistic alternative but to do so. The Secretary for Internal Affairs responsibilities arise from the Gambling Act Responsibilities of the auditor for the audit of the financial statements Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements, as a whole, are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit carried out in accordance with the Auditor-General s Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements are differences or omissions of amounts or disclosures, and can arise from fraud or error. Misstatements are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the decisions of readers, taken on the basis of these financial statements. For the budget information reported in the financial statements, our procedures were limited to checking that the information agreed to the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries internally budget. We did not evaluate the security and controls over the electronic publication of the financial statements. As part of an audit in accordance with the Auditor-General s Auditing Standards, we exercise professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. Also: We identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those Annual Report 2017

57 53 risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. We obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries internal control. We evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by the Secretary for Internal Affairs. We conclude on the appropriateness of the use of the going concern basis of accounting by the Secretary for Internal Affairs and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor s report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries to cease to continue as a going concern. We evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation. We communicate with the Secretary for Internal Affairs regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit. Our responsibilities arise from the Public Audit Act Other information This annual report of the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board contains the audited financial statements of the, the audited financial statements of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries and two independent auditor s reports, one for each set of audited financial statements. The annual report also includes other information. The New Zealand Lottery Grants Board is responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the information included on pages 2 to 42, 46 and 54, but does not include the information we audited, and our two auditor s reports thereon. Our opinions on the information we audited do not cover the other information and we do not express any form of audit opinion or assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information. In doing so, we consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the information we audited or our knowledge obtained in the audit of either the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board or the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If, based on our work, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard. In addition, we have considered whether each of the two sets of audited financial statements are materially inconsistent with each other or our knowledge obtained in the audit of either of the two entities. We have nothing to report in this regard. Independence We are independent of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries in accordance with the independence requirements of the Auditor-General s Auditing Standards, which incorporate the independence requirements of Professional and Ethical Standard 1 (Revised): Code of Ethics for Assurance Practitioners issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board. Other than in our capacity as auditor, we have no relationship with, or interests, in the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries. S B Lucy Audit New Zealand On behalf of the Auditor-General Wellington, New Zealand

58 54 Statement of Responsibility The Secretary for Internal Affairs is responsible for the preparation of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries financial statements and for the judgements made in them. The Secretary for Internal Affairs has the responsibility for establishing and maintaining a system of internal controls designed to provide reasonable assurance as to the integrity and reliability of financial reporting. In the Secretary for Internal Affairs opinion, these financial statements fairly reflect the financial position and operations of the Profits of New Zealand Lotteries for the year ended 30 June Colin MacDonald Robyn Nicholas Secretary for Internal Affairs Secretary, 31 October October 2017 Annual Report 2017