The group occupying Ihumātao in Auckland are hoping a resolution is in sight, but say a deal to settle the dispute is not done yet.
Contruction of 480 homes has been on hold since July after hundreds of protestors occupied the land to stop the development.
The decision by Fletcher Building to remove fencing from the site yesterday, sparked speculation a settlement was imminent.
RNZ's Māori News Director Māni Dunlop speaks to Philippa Tolley about the latest developments
