S.M.U. 15 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Just received a request for survey. Completed with personal viewpoints but I've got to wonder if they the management read them. So anyway how about we put in public what we want improved? Without malice of course. I'll start...... Personal sign in like topyacht where you download your contact details and insurance dociments etc. Save everyone time and fustration while sailing singlehanded into a 35 knot southerly trying to text. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dutyfree 170 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Wish I was requested to fill in a survey, I only pay to keep my boat there........... If they are going to live up to the green marina status will they clean all the water nasties off the docks that we are not allowed on our boat hulls 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Priscilla II 392 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Surely it is a pretty achievable task to remove the nasties. Maybe they could employ Happy Teeth to assist. My concerns are lack of vehicle parking,poor water quality and also the ever rising costs of berthage rates. Seems as if the BEU model is a dead duck and Westhaven will just look to rental return. Not a major but annually ratcheting the berthage rentals on the premise that there is increased expenditure does not wash. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dutyfree 170 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 For me the pricing is the biggest issue. I'm in a 12m fortunately I rent privately so I don't pay the outrageous Westhaven price. I am definitely paying for convenience as we were at Bayswater but could not handle the commute. If I ever (I guess it just when it happens) have to pay the marina posted price that will be it for me. I will have to downsize or sell my wife Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Timberwolfy 62 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Marina crew has kind of dropped in quality since the start of the summer... any time I'm on board (piles) after 9pm they ask if I'm staying the night. Every time, I say, "no, thank you, I am aware of the rules and you have asked me this multiple times." Hit my boat and the boat next to mine with the patrol boat (why you would shift into neutral barely 3m directly upwind of a moored yacht in a 20kt blow is completely beyond me). Had to call the office to get the crew members' names because they suddenly lost interest in talking to me when I fended the patrol boat off with my foot and some choice words. Still a bit salty about that incident. Filed a complaint but didn't hear much about what came of it. Meanwhile rowing past high lines everywhere in sad conditions. Some of the guys are completely on point, though. Helpful, friendly, supportive. But a couple of them definitely drove me a bit nuts this summer. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dutyfree 170 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Was just checking the rules and noticed I did a quick bit of illegal grinding recently at my berth. Next time I will do it at the loading dock as that is not my berth Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Priscilla II 392 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Jesus things are getty pretty ruff at Westhaven if you gotta grind on the loading dock. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fish 0 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Jesus things are getty pretty ruff at Westhaven if you gotta grind on the loading dock. Good God Priscilla, Surely that breaches the site rules? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,589 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Like a whale breaching? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Timberwolfy 62 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Well, that's motivated me to get off crew and get back to work. So, thanks, I guess? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ex Elly 197 Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 New rule for personal dinghy frames on marina berths. These must now be made of stainless steel, instead of wood. Further increases costs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Island Time 1,235 Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 hmm, whats wrong with galv? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,589 Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 What's wrong with wood? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
erice 732 Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 ^ ^^ look tacky got to clean up for AC next step is all clear carbon dinghies or less than 1 year old inflatables Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Vorpal Blade 89 Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 Is this somehow related to this thread ? http://crew.org.nz/forum/index.php/topic/13749-marina-ewof-requirements/?hl=electrical Or was it found Happy Teeth did not comply to Westhaven's standards and was kindly asked to move, or perhaps found a cheaper and friendlier marina to live in.... or was it some brave person with a TASAR doing the good work on behalf of all berth holders?? Enquiring minds need to know. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Westhaven Team 7 Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 Hi guys The survey is conducted each year because Westhaven Marina is ultimately owned by Auckland Council and they are keen to ensure that we are tracking well. We have enjoyed seeing our progress generally track upwards each year. However, the ideas that you contribute are very much studied, taken into account, and often implemented by the operational team. It helps a lot. So please do complete the survey. Someone mentioned they didn't receive one- if you are a renter or berth holder you should have received an email, perhaps check your spam folder and if it's not in there, make sure your email address is up to date with the marina team. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Priscilla II 392 Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 "We have enjoyed seeing our progress generally track upwards each year." Yup, berthage rates are certainly tracking upwards each year. Does the marina management have a "ceiling figure for the future cost of marina berthing rates or will they just continue tracking upwards. At some point soon if not now many bertholders will just bail from boat ownership based on this factor plus they have already incurred the drive down value of their craft due to the costs of forever rising berthage rates. I could bang on endlessly about the much overlooked fact that Westhaven is in effect a public park and where else do the public pay such enormous rates to be able to recreate. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Westhaven Team 7 Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 Hi Priscilla, Our assessments show that berthage at Westhaven remains at an about average level compared with other Auckland marinas and is considerably lower than some. The marina itself is developed according to the Westhaven Plan 2013 on the basis of ensuring it is a world class marine facility for future generations, and at the same time, is opened up for the public to enjoy - the Promenade being the best example of that. However while the space is shared, berth holders do not pay financially for public developments such as the Promenade. You are very welcome to attend our next Westhaven Forum on the evening of 8 May for more information about projects and to ask questions. These are held 2-3 times a year and are well supported. We are preparing the invitation which will be in your inbox soon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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