Update in Gisborne's Kanuka Forest court case

Friday 12 Jul 2024

 
China Forestry Group New Zealand Company (CFGNZC) acknowledges the need for an enforcement order but argues the specifics, laid out by the Gisborne District Council, needs to be realistic.

The council filed an application with the Environment Court seeking an order that would force CFGNZC to stop discharging forestry debris and sediment into the Waimata River. Additionally, the order would require the company to remove roughly 16,000 cubic metres of existing woody debris from the Kanuka Forest block.

Located above the Waimata River that supplies Gisborne city, Kanuka Forest sits on steep hill terrain. The council proposes a deadline of October 15th for debris removal under a specific remedial plan. Furthermore, they request the installation of water controls at various locations within the forest to minimise erosion and potential infrastructure collapse.

CFGNZC's lawyer, David Allen, conceded that corrective actions are necessary in the forest. While they don't oppose the order itself, Allen expressed concerns regarding the practicality of the outlined timeline and procedures. He emphasised the importance of ensuring the enforcement order is "reasonable and safe" to implement.

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Source: Stuff


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