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Taranaki Couple Appeals Land Acquisition to Supreme Court

6/10/2025

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A Taranaki farming couple is taking their fight to the Supreme Court of New Zealand, challenging the compulsory acquisition of their land for the Mt Messenger Bypass. This pivotal case questions the negotiation processes under the Public Works Act, while New Plymouth's mayor warns that the appeal could delay the crucial $360 million project designed to enhance safety on the roads.

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Story summary

A Taranaki farming couple is taking their fight to the Supreme Court of New Zealand, challenging the compulsory acquisition of their land for the Mt Messenger Bypass. This pivotal case questions the negotiation processes under the Public Works Act, while New Plymouth's mayor warns that the appeal could delay the crucial $360 million project designed to enhance safety on the roads.