Minister Ruth Dyson has announced that a site in Rotorua has been selected for consideration for a new youth justice residential centre in the central North Island.
The 19-hectare site is on Te Waerenga Road, off State Highway 36, Rotorua.
Ms Dyson said the site could accommodate the buildings, recreation areas, utility services and buffer areas required for the new centre, and would provide specialised regional care for up to 32 young people who offend.
The working group has carried out an extensive search, considering more than 40 sites on both Crown land and commercially available land. A public call for sites was also made.
“Through consultation and feedback, it is intended that any community concerns are identified and, if possible, addressed before I make a decision on whether to proceed with this site.”
A community information day to discuss the proposed site will be held at the Kaharoa Community Hall on 29 November, from 1pm-7pm. People have until Saturday, 4 February 2006 to provide feedback about the site.
To take part in the consultation, please contact the Youth Justice Central project team on 0800YJCENTRAL (0800 952 368) or http://www.youthjusticecentral.co.nz
