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We put together a lot of information about Dunedin's communities, which may be useful for you or your group. We also have some informative handouts on how to make the most of community facilities and services and can give you advice when you are organising community events or want to use a community hall.

Hints on writing submissions to Council

If you want to make a submission to the Council, there are steps you need to follow. These guidelines will take you through the process.

Always:

• Closely follow any guidelines provided
• Include the name of the document you are submitting on
• Present your application attractively and in an orderly manner
  
• Be clear and precise with written descriptions
• Keep a complete copy of your application
• Include your contact details
• Get your submission in on time
• Include the signature(s) of the submitter(s) (dated)

A Note About Consultation

Consultation is a necessary part of local government and regularly takes place on a variety of topics and plans.

Contact us to ask how and when you can be involved in this process. Outcomes, indicators and goals are usually identified and agreed through workshops and/or meetings.

Keep an eye on the Dunedin City Council's  Notice Board in Saturday's and Wednesday's Otago Daily Times, or give us a ring.

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Community halls information

There are a number of halls around Dunedin that are administered by community groups. These information sheets will give you some tips about running your hall legally and efficiently.

Promoting use of your community halls (PDF, 32 kb, new window). This leaflet offers basic guidance on running your community hall. Every community hall is different so the following suggestions are guidelines only. They are ideas and systems you may find useful to adapt to your situation.

Legislation affecting community halls (PDF, 25 kb, new window). This leaflet gives you basic information on legislation that may affect the way you operate. It is not meant to be the last word and if you need to know more, please contact the organisation listed at the end of each section.

Funding for community halls (PDF, 27 kb, new window). Funding for your project may be available from a range of charitable trusts, government and local government organisations. This leaflet lists some of those who may be able to help you.

Energy efficiency for community halls (PDF, 28 kb, new window). This leaflet has information about how to make your community hall more energy efficient.