B-1 - Area 1, Coromandel Forest Park – Assessment of Environmental Effects 131 All hazardous substances within Area 1 are located underground, avoiding the risk of adverse effects on the environment and the community associated with the transportation and storage of such goods;173 All hazardous substances will be stored and managed in accordance with the existing controls that apply to the storage and use of hazardous substances by OGNZL as part of its existing operations in Waihi. These measures will ensure that any potential risks associated with the use and storage of hazardous substances are minimised; 174 and, No hazardous substances will be disposed of within Area 1.175 Accordingly, the transportation, use and storage of hazardous substances within Area 1 is consistent with the directives set out in the HDP. 7.6.2.5 Overall Conclusion Based on the analysis in the sub-sections above, it is considered that the activities associated with the WNP will be managed such that the project is not contrary to the relevant objectives and policies of the HDP. 7.7 OTHER MATTERS The Whaia te Mahere Taiao a Hauraki (“Hauraki Iwi Environmental Plan”) is considered relevant and notes the following in relation to mining activities: The extraction of gold, silver and other mineral resources has left long-standing environmental problems in the Hauraki rohe. The disposal of wastewater, chemicals and spoil from the mining process, although much improved, remains an environmental concern to Hauraki iwi; The loss of waahi tapu, including Pukewa; Hauraki iwi seek reduced environmental risk from mining in the Hauraki rohe; and Hauraki iwi seek to enhance their capacity by monitoring mine sites. As already noted, the relationship of iwi with the Wharekirauponga area remains a matter under discussion. OGNZL continues to work with tangata whenua regarding activities occurring within Area 1 and the wider WNP. Through this consultation process, OGNZL seeks to ensure the activities associated with the WNP align with the objectives set out in the Hauraki Iwi Environment Plan. 173 Objective 1, Section 7.7 Hauraki District Plan. 174 Objective 2, Section 7.7 Hauraki District Plan. 175 Objective 3, Section 7.7 Hauraki District Plan.
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