23 Feb 2023

Govt confirms inquiry into forestry slash, erosion on East Coast

From Checkpoint, 6:07 pm on 23 February 2023

The government has confirmed there'll be an inquiry into forestry slash - headed by former Education Minister Hekia Parata.

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins was back in cyclone-hit Napier today, checking in on the response and reassuring locals police are out in force to crack down on any law breakers.

Police say they've received nearly 600 calls for help and have arrested 35 people for various offences, such as burglary and serious assaults.

Aanei te kai ripoata a Kate Green.