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This case study covers the options for the aerodrome that the government considered and its approach to balancing its interests with the community’s interests. The OAG’s findings support students to explore key issues, including the adequacy of the consultation process (in relation to legal and Treaty of Waitangi obligations) and the appropriateness of the sale process. Questions around state versus private ownership of assets form the backdrop to the case study.

This case study helps students to explore why the council came to its decision. They can discuss issues around public funding of sports stadiums, who benefits most from such projects and the use of loans to fund them. The importance of public consultation is also relevant.

The sale of a state-owned aerodrome isn’t popular with everyone.

A new rugby stadium sparks a community ruckus.