Nessie Kuka

Nessie Kuka is a representative of Ngāi Tuwhiwhia, a hapū of the Ngāi te Rangi iwi, and has been actively involved in the community efforts surrounding the development of a new wharf at Panepane Point. She expressed the local community's excitement over the project's commencement, highlighting its significance as an essential asset for the island and reflecting a long journey of collaboration with the Western Bay of Plenty District Council.