News - July 1, 2011

Maori village signals new opportunities

There was standing room only at the pre-dawn blessing of the Te Hana Te Ao Marama (The New Dawning) Traditional Maori Village on Saturday, June 25.

An estimated 1200 people attended the ceremony, which marked the official opening of the complex to the general public.

Rodney Plan sets triennial timeframe

Communities in Rodney are being asked to set their Local Board priorities for the next three years.Consultation on the draft Rodney Local Board Plan 2012-2015 is expected to run for about month, starting on July 8.

Logging start sparks road safety concerns

Residents of Govan Wilson and Matakana Valley roads are concerned about potential impacts of logging in the area, including road safety and stability, after an Anniversary Weekend slip closed part of Matakana Valley Road for seven weeks.

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