Whilst I don't want to upset the concerned Kaikohe residents around their assertion that the Ministry of Education building processes stop local firms from winning contracts, I have to say that is not true. The $6.5 million being spent at Hora Hora School by the Ministry for our rebuild has gone 99 per cent to local firms including the lead contract.
Perhaps the firms missing out need to ask why, and genuinely realise that the requirements are to ensure quality and they may need to up their own processes.
As a person not known for being unduly supportive of many things the Ministry does or doesn't do, I need in this case to acknowledge their input and advice on our rebuild. On behalf of our kids and community, thank you.
Pat Newman
Principal
Hora Hora School
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