1918 days ago

Auckland Council states opposition to Dome Valley dump proposal

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi neighbours. Controversial plans to build a giant waste dump in the Dome Valley should be refused because of cultural and environmental concerns, Auckland Council says.

It is the first time Auckland Council has publicly come out in opposition of Chinese-owned private waste firm Waste Management’s plans for a landfill, on land between Warkworth and Wellsford.

Key issues looked at in a newly released report included cultural values, the impact on freshwater and the surrounding ecosystem, sedimentation and air pollution, environmental and human health risks, traffic safety and the rural character of the area.

“The reporting officer is recommending, subject to contrary or additional information being received at the [resource consent] hearing, that the application be refused,” the report stated.

A resource consent hearing is due to begin at the Warkworth Town Hall at 9.30 am on November 9.

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Boxing Day sale now on at the Orewa Red Cross

Maryanne from Orewa

🛍️ Big savings at our place!
Half-price clothing, shoes, toys and menswear!
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The sale runs until Sunday at 5pm.
We’re also happily accepting summer donations — with thanks! (Please note we’re unable to accept linen, baby clothes, dinner sets, or jars.)
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Pop in and say hello! 😊

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