Judge orders pause to Tarawera sewerage scheme works

1NewsNZ HeraldFriday 28 February 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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An Environment Court judge has ordered a halt to the Tarawera Sewerage Scheme ahead of an urgent hearing. The pause follows an application by a group protesting the pipeline path near Lake Rotokākahi. The works involve a final 1.3km section of pipeline being constructed by the Rotorua Lakes Council.

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First reported by 1News, Fri 28 Feb 2025, 2:25pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 48 minutes
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    Lake Rotokākahi: Judge orders pause to sewerage works as hearing set (opens in new tab)

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    Rotorua sewerage scheme: Judge orders council to pause work as hearing set (opens in new tab)