It was great to see Mahurangi Matters confirm what we’ve been saying since the Watercare Board meeting on 12 December 2024—Watercare’s revised pipeline plans are a major win for the town. This outcome is the result of months of effort from the One Mahurangi team, including myself, Dave Stott, Bevan Morrison, and the engineers and legal experts who helped push this through.
Without this shift in approach, the disruption could have been devastating for many local businesses. This is exactly why a strong Business Association exists—to promote and protect.
To keep everyone informed, One Mahurangi is hosting a public meeting with senior Watercare representatives, including the Project Director, design engineers, and contractors. This will take place on Wednesday, 2nd April, at Warkworth Town Hall. Doors open at 5.30pm, with the presentation starting at 6pm. There will be plenty of time for questions, and Watercare staff will be available for one-on-one discussions. If your business is affected by the project, this is a meeting you won’t want to miss.
A big thank you to Watercare—from the Board and CEO down—for their open and honest approach over the past six months. Their willingness to listen and engage has made a real difference.
Looking ahead, we’re planning a series of networking events and business seminars designed to deliver real value to local businesses. More details to come in the next newsletter.
As the colder months set in, it’s a great time to support our local businesses. Many have end-of-season sales, and shopping local keeps our community thriving year-round. Because really, isn’t it always the right time to support local, buy local, employ local, and love local?
Murray Chapman
Manager, One Mahurangi, Warkworth
murray@onemahurangi.co.nz
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