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the community is always prevalent as the Island community vacates to the mainland for the day to
follow its teams.
Social Perceptions of Prejudice and Relationships
At times our relationships with business developers, local government and other agencies have been
in conflict. This is because we have the perception that some decision-makers believe they are
‘entitled to do what they want’ on our Islands. Many of our Hapū members feel under siege and
overwhelmed by developers, central government, and local councils and their policies.
Disproportionately High Rates for Services Received
We have a small population and therefore a smaller rating base. However we are subject to similar
rating regimes as those who live in rural areas on the mainland. We supply our own water, dispose
of household rubbish and empty and maintain our own septic tank systems. We have few public
amenities and services on the Islands compared to mainland rural communities, however we are still
required to pay similar rate fees.
At Rangiwaea Island, the Council does not provide the community with any services. The Rangiwaea
community maintains its own roading, disposes of its household rubbish and empties and maintains
its own septic tank systems. The Tauwhao Te Ngare Trust maintains potable water for the
papakainga community and other residents are expected to maintain a bore and pump to service its
own water needs. The wharf, pontoon and barge ramp were built by and maintained by the
Tauwhao Te Ngare Trust for its Tangata Whenua residents.
Section 3 – Matakana and Rangiwaea Hapū Management Plan – 29 October 2012 – vers 10.2 – Page 32