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Compliance, Investigation and Enforcement Policy
Compliance, Investigation and Enforcement Policy
This policy has been established:
to set out how Whangarei District Council (Council) investigates breaches of legislation and rules across its regulatory function.
to provide an understanding of the Council’s approach to investigation, compliance and enforcement.
to protect and promote the long-term sustainable management of Whangarei’s natural and physical resources; quality-built environments; health and wellbeing; and to improve the quality of life and civic pride amongst our community.
Compliance, Investigation and Enforcement Policy
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Ruakākā Service Centre closed: Thursday 17 April
Due to the wild weather, Ruakākā Service Centre is closed today (Thursday 17 April). It will reopen again after Easter on Tuesday 22 April. We apologise for any inconvenience.
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