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Nau Mai, Haere mai, WelcomePeople are passionate about Matapouri Bay. It is that kind of place. Matapouri and its neighbouring beaches lay claim to some of the most pristine waters and unique coastline in NZ. Rich in environmental and cultural sigificance, for many years this famously beautiful stretch of coast has enchanted people from all over the world. We know it's special. We want it to stay that way. Friends of Matapouri (FoM) are Tangata whenua, local residents, bach owners and concerned visitors who have come together in the common desire to safeguard the wellbeing of Matapouri's coastal areas. Our purposes are to ensure the protection of the environment and reserves and the maintenance of amenities, and acknowledge and preserve sites of significance to iwi. We will use our powers as an incorporated society to ensure that the District and Regional Councils adhere to their statutory obligations with regard to public consultation and in all matters that affect the Matapouri community and environment. Friends of Matapouri represents our united commitment to the protection of Matapouri as a precious heirloom for the generations to come. Find us on facebookWe are on Facebook: Friends of Matapouri Group About Otito ReserveRead how 1.1 hectares of beachfront Reserve Land now be included in a private title of ownership? Read more >> Archive NewsAbout Otito ReserveRead how 1.1 hectares of beachfront Reserve Land has bee included in a private title of ownership? Read more >> The Mamaku Project play at Schnappa Rock Tutukaka March 2009 to help raise funds for Otito Reserve See the photos>> Artists for Otito Exhibition 14-20 January 2009: Over 20 artists donated work for an exhibition at Matapouri Hall for the Otito legal fund See exhibition ONLINE >> Pou Kaitiaki ceremony at Matapouri August 2008. Te Whanau O Rangiwhakaahu Hapu Charitable Trust with the support of Friends of Matapouri will be marking out the approximate boundary of the southern end of Otito Reserve as defined in the 1877 survey. Pou Kaitiaki ceremony at Matapouri August 2008 >> May 2008 Whangarei District Council are currently canvasing your opinion on the proposed changes to the Matapouri Structure Plan that was developed 5 years ago but never implemented. (May 2008) Read more>> April 2008 Environmental Field Day. Local resident, Nan Pullman, organised a fantastic Environmental Field day at the Matapouri Hall. Read more>>
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Otito RestoredIn January Crown Law informed our lawyers that DoC had purchased an area of beachfront land that had, in 1999, been included in the title of the adjoining property when a defective survey was approved. The Crown lawyers informed us that “the offer was made in the best interests of the public and community of Matapouri” and DoC is now “progressing on a number of operational matters to ensure the property will become part of the adjacent reserve and be subject to the Reserves Act 1977”. Download latest newsletter February 2010 >> Requires Adobe PDF Artists for Otito 2010Artwork now on this websiteIf you missed getting to the exhibition you can now purchase from the website. Friends of Matapouri and Te Whanau O Rangiwhakaahu Hapu Trust are holding the second annual Artists for Otito Exhibition. Over 30 artists are exhibiting in the show, including Steve Moase, Charlotte Fisher, Rua Paul, Tony Ogle and Bruce Pullman. The exhibition will be held on January 8, 9 and 10, with the official opening at 7pm on Friday January 8. Read More>> Our latest newsletterIs available for download as a PDF Download Newsletter Februaru 2010 >> Matapouri Environment Day Saturday 24 Oct 10am-1pmOur second Environment Day was held at the Matapouri Hall on Labour Weekend. We had great line up of people and animals attending including the star attraction Sparky the Kiwi from the Native Bird Recovery Centre. See photos and read more>> Local Law firm wins awardCongratulations to Henderson Reeves Connell Rishworth on receiving their 'Excellence in Professional Service' Award from Northland Excellence in Business Awards announced on 9 October 2009. We have been working with this law firm for two years in an attempt to retrieve Otito Reserve land that has gone into private ownership. It is during this time that we have experienced their total commitment and professionalism to helping us get this land back for the NZ public. Click here to go to their website>> Find us on facebookNews updateAnother Judge declares Otito Reserve Court Action: ‘Public Interest Case’On May 12 we went before Justice Allan in the Whangarei Court. The Ringer’s had requested a review of the original judgment on security of costs. Read More>> --------------About Otito ReserveRead how 1.1 hectares of beachfront Reserve Land now be included in a private title of ownership? Read more>> --------------Become a member of Friends of Matapouri Download word doc membership form>> |
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February 28, 2010
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