Building has begun on a controversial marina development on Waiheke Island, despite the final rumblings of a court battle still going on at the Supreme Court. The Kennedy Point Marina has been the subject of intense legal wrangling over its suitability for the island in Auckland's Hauraki Gulf. READ MORE:* Battle against controversial Waiheke Island marina plan heads to Supreme Court* Controversial Waiheke marina passes another hurdle as court rejects extension request* 'Loss of cultural landscape' expected if Waiheke Island marina plans go ahead, court hearsThe barge was soon met by protesters at the beach, who conducted a karakia on Wednesday morning. JASON DORDAY/Stuff An aerial view of Kennedy Point, where a 181-berth marina is due to be built. Directors of Kennedy Point Boatharbour Tony Mair and Kitt Littlejohn said they were confident the court action would not change their plans.

Source: Stuff March 10, 2021 02:23 UTC