Owhiro Bay residents still living with stream pollution
A controversial landfill has stopped unconsented earthworks responsible for polluting a suburban stream, but residents are unhappy with the pace of the clean-up.
Nine months on, a criminal investigation into T and T Landfill off Happy Valley Rd for allegedly discharging pollution into Owhiro Stream is still underway.
Regional council general manager for environment management Alistair Cross said the landfill was under investigation for two key matters; unconsented earthworks, and non-compliant discharges causing discoloration of the streambed.
“The investigation is continuing and no enforcement decisions have been made.”
Leachate from the landfill causes the Owhiro Stream in Wellington to turn rusty red.
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There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
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72.7% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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15.9% Hmm, maybe?
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11.4% Yes!
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