Titirangi residents have joined their neighbours in the small community of Oratia to oppose a proposed $300 million-plus water treatment plant. "The critical thing here is for the two communities to stand together against Watercare's outrageous proposals to damage our communities," said Titirangi Residents and Ratepayers Association chairwoman Mels Barton. The association has told Watercare it would not consider a new plant in Titirangi until Watercare and Auckland Council give an assurance about continued public access to Exhibition Drive. Following feedback, the association thinks the Manuka Rd site the most suitable, but as long as every effort is made to protect vegetation through sensitive design. The new plant would be more efficient and boost water treatment by up to 15 per cent.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 06, 2017 18:45 UTC