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It has taken years of lobbying and court action to have Ihumātao recognised for its historic and cultural value, but mana whenua can finally breathe a sigh of relief.
The disputed Māngere site has been granted the highest level of heritage recognition - status one - after an overwhelming number of submissions in favour.
Despite this, Fletcher Building consent still stands, and a resolution is well overdue.
Meriana Johnsen reports.