Why oh why do we have to rename all assets and attractions, in our east Auckland Local Board in this 2024 year? According to Stats NZ, there is less than 1 per cent of our community classified as Maori. Over the 178 years of our Fencible history we have a legacy that we are proud of. Māori history is acknowledged, Fencible contributions are recorded and celebrated to acknowledge that richness. We ought to be looking to the future and adding the present circumstances in our community so, in 2047 (our bi-centenary) we will have an up-to-date celebration second to none.
- Jim Donald, Howick Town Crier / Highland Park
