'Just clear out', Kāinga Ora Told at Rotorua Community Meeting
November 29, 2022
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One audience member told Toy “intensification leads to nothing but social disaster” while a number highlighted fears of rising crime in the area.
“Crime, simple as that,” one said.
“We used to be able to leave our doors open … Can’t even leave the garage door open now.”
One audience member took a Trumpian approach, telling Toy “you’re spending our money, don’t forget it”.
“If I was your employer, you’re all fired.”
One participant said they were concerned the developments would end up as “super slums” while another asked Toy to tell Housing Minister Megan Woods “Rotorua is exhausted”.
“It’s really simple. We just don’t want you here.”