Protesters remain at Lake Rotokākahi amid sewerage pipeline works

Tuesday 25 February 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 25 Feb 2025, 8:01pm

In this story Rotorua Lakes Council, Environment Court

Protesters at Rotorua’s Lake Rotokākahi say they will not leave despite recent police intervention and seven arrests. The group opposes the $29 million Tarawera Sewerage Scheme, while the council maintains the pipeline is essential to reduce pollution in Lake Tarawera.

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1. NZ HeraldTue 25 Feb 2025, 6:43pm

   Lake Rotokākahi: Protesters against Tarawera sewerage pipeline say they’re staying (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsTue 25 Feb 2025, 8:01pm

   'We made history': Pipeline protesters say they're staying (opens in new tab)