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Te Hana could soon be a popular spot with EV drivers, after Rodney Local Board approved plans by its Community Development Charitable Trust to let Tesla New Zealand install six charging stations on land at Te Hana Reserve.
Trust member Grant Eager told the August board meeting that the proposal for two generic and four Tesla charging stations would provide rental income, increase passing trade and could provide jobs.
“Depending on the patronage, we’re contemplating reopening our café at Te Hana to perhaps cater for these people,” he said. “Council is upgrading the playground and we just see this as a win-win – it would provide safe access to playground, the parents could come to the café. We’re trying to make a little hub there.”
Tesla would still need to apply to council for landowner approval, plus obtain any necessary consents and easements.
