Forestry Minister Peeni Henare announced a four-step Tai Rāwhiti and Wairoa action plan in Gisborne on 3 August, 2023. Photo: RNZ / Kate Green
'Completely underwhelming'.
That's the word from Tai Rāwhiti and Wairoa locals who have been left frustrated by the Government's plan to shake up forestry in the region.
Some locals stormed out of a public meeting held yesterday by Forestry Minister Peeni Henare, who announced a four-step action plan in Gisborne including ramping up of efforts to clear woody debris.
Local man Manu Caddie was one who stormed out, partly because of the Government's lack of commitment in using native bush to reduce forestry waste.
He spoke to Corin Dann.
