Noise expert welcome if we don't pay: council

A noise expert could be called in to assess effects from the Project Hayes Wind Farm, as long as the Central Otago District Council does not have to pay for it. The issue was discussed at yesterday's Central Otago District Council meeting after the commissioner for the wind farm hearings, Judge Jon Jackson, asked if the ... Complete story »

Winds of discontent

Goats, roads, wind and lots of hot air will be on the agenda at the next Makara/Ohariu Community Board meeting. Goats are running rampant and out of control around Makara, the Meridian wind farm is rolling on, and now the wheels have been put in motion for another wind farm, this one in Ohariu valley ... Complete story »

Unison's proposal for a wind farm near Te Waka

Unison Networks Limited is proposing to establish a wind farm near the Te Waka Range in Hawkes Bay. The proposed wind farm would consist of up to 34 wind turbines. You can view a copy of the application on the Hastings District Council's website. The Minister for the Environment, Hon Trevor Mallard, has 'called ... Complete story »