New Zealand

Hawke’s Bay tiki bar saved after locals intervene in council removal mix-up

Residents have prevented a popular driftwood tiki bar at Te Awanga from being removed following a council mix-up.

Skinny McBuntu

A tiki bar at the coastal settlement of Te Awanga in Hawke's Bay has been saved from removal after locals stepped in. The removal appears to have been a mistake on the council's part. The beachfront structure now remains in place under council watch.

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Hawke's Bay tiki bar to stay after locals halt removal mix-up

Residents have stepped in to prevent a popular tiki bar at Te Awanga being removed.

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NZ Herald

Te Awanga tiki bar stays after council removal mix-up

A driftwood beachfront bar at the coastal settlement is under watch.

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