Being forced out of her home after the 2017 Edgecumbe flood has led Anahera Hale to pursue a career in farming – with her dedication landing her as a finalist in the prestigious Ahuwhenua Trophy. Anahera and her grandmother were living on a family friend’s dairy farm after their home […]
Island of wet wipes clogs Edgecumbe ponds
The Edgecumbe oxidation ponds have recently undergone costly work to remove a significant amount of debris, which has been affecting the natural processes of the ponds. Most of the debris is a result of residents flushing unflushable materials down toilets and drains. Whakatāne District Council Acting General Manager Infrastructure, David […]