Mahurangi Harbour oyster farmers receive mysterious $10,000 payments
Wednesday 13 August 2025 · 4 outlets · 3 reports · updated In this story Watercare, Tom Walters, Matakana Oysters
Ten marine farms in the Warkworth area have received unexpected deposits of approximately $10,000. While the origin of the funds has been identified as Watercare, farmers remain apprehensive about the purpose of the payments. The businesses have been involved in a seven-year dispute with Watercare regarding sewage overflows in the harbour.