Local Matters - Affluence tag challenges social services
Affluence tag challenges social services Kiri Eriwata, left, and Mary-Anne Boyd of Te Whai Community Trust A group in Mangawhai has identified a need for expanded social services to meet the area’s population growth. According to Kaipara District Council data, Mangawhai’s current population of 5808 is expected to almost double in the next decade to 9088, and reach close to 13,000 by 2051. Te Whai Community Trust projects manager Kiri Eriwata says it has been difficult getting services to Mangawhai because there is a misconception that the area is wealthy and doesn’t need help. “In fac...