Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed , it’s the only thing that ever has. Margaret Mead
Well done Tomarata. All the phone calls and letters have made a difference. We might not have changed the world but maybe we have changed the messy rubbish dump on the corner of Whangaripo Valley Road and Wayby Valley Road. We will be watching carefully to see if the situation at the corner improves. The notices with details about rubbish drop offs and pick ups have been removed. The people living on Tomarata Valley Road and Wayby Valley Road will now be included in an official rubbish service. This should make a huge difference. We are hoping that the problem does not shift to the corner of School Road and Mangawhai Road so we will be watching to ensure it doesn’t.
You can feel very proud of the outcome. Now we are all watching to see the progress, as the council said they are going to ‘beautify’ the area. Well done, to all those who helped to make a difference.