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Mauao Tragedy: Systemic Failures Exposed | Wellington News
A damning review of the Mauao tragedy, which killed six, reveals decades of systemic failures at Tauranga City Council — and the disaster was entirely preventable. Led by Paul Davison, KC, the report highlights ignored safety warnings and has sparked calls for accountability, especially targeting the council’s chief executive, Marty Grenfell, who insists he was unaware of specific risks during his tenure. Grenfell acknowledges the findings but blames entrenched council processes, not individuals. In response, Minister Simon Watts will audit similar systems nationwide, while residents demand…
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