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The Waipoua community is sharing their appreciation for the ongoing support from Fire and Emergency New Zealand and Waikarā Marae, among other organisations.
Land value receives reprieve
The Kaipara District Council has decided on a cautious approach to the issue of how rates are calculated …
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NRC suggests shutting Kai Iwi boat ramp
In a call echoing previous contentious suggestions, some of which have ended in protests in the streets …
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Monaco beckons for theatre team
A television spot and big fundraising plans have begun the quest to put Dargaville theatrical talent on the …
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p Waipoua River fire crews visited Tāne Mahuta after getting the blaze under control last week
An out-of-control rubbish fire caused the Waipoua River fire, leading to a total fire ban in the Muriwhenua, Hokianga, Ripiro and Paparoa zones because of dry conditions. “Our team was there on the first day to get it underway, and since then, contract ground crews and an aerial flight team of eight helicopters have come in,” said Dargaville Volunteer Fire Brigade chief fire officer, Jason Campbell. Helicopters were pulled in from across the country to help fight the fire, and residents were evacuated to nearby marae. On Thursday, teams were checking the remaining hotspots and CFO Campbell said wind was challenging. The perimeter is about 5.8 hectares long with
91 hectares impacted by the inferno. While firefighters battled the blaze, Te Roroa, amongst other organisations, suppor ted residents affected by the fire. “FENZ has done well in keeping Te Roroa informed and being engaged in the communities,” said Te Roroa general manager Snow Tane. “Some of the biggest support has been from Waikarā Marae. Going through a fire three years ago, the marae has built a good programme with evacuation plans, a water structure and hydrant, a siren and fire fighting capabilities. “Waikarā were one of the first responders when this fire started. They stepped up and were the first ones to
open their doors when the whānau were evacuated. They provided a huge support in helping whānau with accommodation. Some went to Taita Marae and Ahikiwi Marae as well.” The blaze destroyed the water system with a big pump station with UV and sand filter systems feeding the settlement. “Te Roroa has been fully focussed on bringing in bottled water, and we are grateful for support from Foundation North for being first up to get resources into the settlement, and the support that has come out from Kaipara, Auckland and Northland. “Seeing clothes and food come in for families affected by the blaze was humbling to witness.” ¢
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