# Sisters Fight Highway Through Sacred Forest | Auckland News

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Podcast: [Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/auckland-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7853371)
Published: 2026-07-03T06:37:45+00:00
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Two sisters are fighting to protect a sacred wetland forest where their father’s ashes rest — and where their century-old family homes stand — from a proposed highway that could destroy it. The government says the route is still being finalized, but warns up to 90% of their land may be needed, leaving them with flood-prone scraps. They’ve spent $120,000 restoring the riverbanks, asking why the existing road can’t be widened instead. Conservationists warn the route threatens rare species and fragile ecosystems, urging a bypass — but the agency insists the current path is more direct and environmentally managed, with safeguards in place. The project is fast-tracked, with land acquisition notices expected soon. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/eb7e95965f457141

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