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2 Tangata Whenua Perspective

2.4 Tangata Whenua Relationship with the Coast

Issue: In the past little recognition has been given to cultural, spiritual and traditional values of tangata whenua. This lack of recognition has meant the values tangata whenua hold in relation to the coast have been ignored.
 
Objective: Recognise and provide for the special relationship which tangata whenua have with the coastal environment.

Principal Reasons for Adopting: The relationship tangata whenua have with the coastal environment is given special recognition in the RMA Part of Council’s role is to ensure recognition is given to the cultural, traditional values of tangata whenua in relation to the coast.

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