Statement on water fluoridation
đ§ Whangarei District Council has continued its position against putting fluoride into the districtâs water supply.
At an extra-ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday, the Council voted to seek a declaration proceeding, which is a hearing where the court would be presented with evidence on the safety or otherwise of fluoride, from scientific experts, and make a judgement.
Council voted to âseek urgent interim reliefâ so that it can delay its preparations for full fluoridation of the public water system by the 28 March 2025 deadline.
Chief Executive Simon Weston said council also resolved to apply for a judicial review of the Director General of Healthâs directive to fluoridate the council water supply.
We have more information about water fluoridation on our 'Water quality' webpage:
www.wdc.govt.nz...
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? đ°đ˛
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if itâs approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.5% Yes
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46.5% No
Sunday Christmas Market @ Reyburn House Town Basin
Sunday 14 December ¡ 9:00AM â 2:00PM
Reyburn House, Town Basin, WhangÄrei
Get ready for a festive day out at our Sunday Christmas Market!
Wander through a wonderland of arts, crafts, handmade gifts, delicious food, and unique local shoppingâperfect for those last-minute Christmas presents or a special treat for yourself!
- Dog Friendly â Bring your furry friends along
- Free Parking
- Free Entry â Everyone welcome!
Whether you're supporting local makers, enjoying the holiday atmosphere, or just looking for a relaxing Sunday outing by the water, this is the place to be.
Location: 17â30 Reyburn House Lane, Town Basin, WhangÄrei
Come and celebrate the magic of the season with us! â¨
See you there!
Poll: Over summer, how do you reclaim your sense of home in Northland?
When tourists take over the streets and parking disappears, where do you find your calm?
Or is summerâs hustle something to enjoy rather than escape?
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85.7% I enjoy the summer hubbub!
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14.3% Please, give me some peace
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0% I escape the region during summer
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