Church's $100k fine shows importance of due diligence for Pacific communities, leaders say

Church's $100k fine shows importance of due diligence for Pacific communities, leaders say

A six-figure fine was imposed on a Māngere church for illegal construction.

Church’s $100k fine shows importance of due diligence for Pacific communities, leaders say

Pacific leaders comment on Māngere Church caption: From left: Tauanu’u Nick Bakulich, Alf Filipaina and Apulu Reece Autagavaia. Pacific leaders urge churches to verify credentials and get professional advice when building. Photo: Auckland Council Local Democracy Reporting | Free Public Interest News Service By Mary Afemata of Local Democracy Reporting A six-figure fine imposed on a Māngere church for illegal construction shoul…