On Tuesday the 25th of September, thanks to Bevan Parker (Farm Manager on Pongaroa Station) a meeting took place with Michael Fay’s Management Team.　 The reason for this meeting was　to progress the discussion　around the walkway through the conservation area. Bevan explained how the walkway would bring a raft of benefits to the Mahia community in which the　team completely　agreed with.　　They were　impressed by the drive and passion of the community to get to this point so far and the international recognition received to date. We　discussed　the possibility of　a meat brand and how　the walkway would be the best way to share this story with the wider community and the overseas buyers.

The next step involves the landowners agreeing on　an easement to be surveyed and registered. From a landowner’s perspective, this is a huge decision and the WCMG acknowledges that. In the meantime, the group is　hopeful that other landowners are　going to　be　supportive of the concept　by jumping on board.

A big thank you to Bevan and to Michael Fay’s management team for　taking the time　to listen to　this initiative. Mahia would be grateful if they could partner　with us on　this journey to　create a walkway for everyone to enjoy for many years to come.