Rising Tide applied for a licence to utilise Hamilton North’s Richardson Park from 25 November to 2 December 2025, and Camp Shortland from 28 November to 1 December 2025.
Rising Tide's application included the erection of temporary structures, live
performances and amplified sound at both Camp Shortland and Richardson Park, along with the
provision for camping at the Hamilton North site.
Under the Local Government Act, a public notice is required for events that occupy community
land for longer than three consecutive days, and we must give our community an opportunity to have their say.
We understand there is a range of views within the community regarding this proposed event and that’s why we invited your feedback. Your input will help guide Council's decision on whether to approve a licence for this use of public land.
Thanks for having your say
Consultation on the proposed use of Richardson Park and Camp Shortland by Rising Tide for the People’s Blockade event was open between 2 June and 5pm, 30 June 2025.
The full report is available in the document library on this page.
To ensure this matter receives appropriate consideration, Lord Mayor Dr Ross Kerridge has called an Extraordinary Council Meeting for Tuesday, 12 August 2025. At this meeting, Councillors will consider whether to approve the application.
You can attend the Council meeting in person in the Council Chambers or watch the proceedings of meetings live online. For more information, visit the Council Meetings webpage.
The final decision will be based on a range of factors including:
- Community sentiment
- Safety and accessibility
- Environmental and social impacts
- Event logistics
- Alignment with our values and sustainability targets
