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Next steps in Manawatū contamination issue

Local and central government agencies agree next steps in Manawatū contamination issue

Leaders from local councils and central government agencies met in Feilding today to agree next steps in the response to the discovery of PFAS contamination around the Ohakea airforce base.

Mayors, Chairs and Chief Executives from Horizons Regional Council, Manawatū District Council and Rangitikei District Council met local Cabinet Minister Iain Lees-Galloway (on behalf of lead Minister David Parker) and senior officials from Ministry for the Environment, NZ Defence Force and the Ministry of Primary Industries.

“The biggest outcome today was that the agencies are unified around the needs of the community. This includes ensuring that affected people have easier access to the information they need, that the wider community knows what’s happening and that there is 100% consistency in what people are told,” said Bruce Gordon, Chair of the Horizons Regional Council.

“I was pleased to see the level of collaboration between the agencies. That close interaction will mean the full spectrum of support can be provided to the people of the area,” said Minister Iain Lees-Galloway.

“I had heard a range of concerns from local residents and I’m confident those are all on the agenda now. From a local perspective I think we’re all much clearer on the current state of affairs, and have the right people involved to make the next steps,” Manawatū District Council Mayor Helen Worboys said.

The combined group is now working at pace to meet the needs and expectations of the community.

Concerned local residents should continue to call the 0800 line (0800 668 776) or visit the website www.mfe.govt.nz/pfas

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