Kia ora,

 

Thank you for your request for information related to communications
Auckland Council and Ministry for Primary Industries regarding Van Den
Bogaart properties in Auckland from date 2008 to 2024.

 

Before we can progress your request, we will need you to clarify the
following –

o Is there any specific information or subject matter you are after? -
E.g. Reports or email correspondence that relates to a particular
incident, or property, or consent?
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MPI may have engaged with?
o Email address for MPI.

 

Please note, your request is for communications across 16 years, this may
lead to your request requiring substantial collation and research, for the
reason, can you please narrow the time-frame of the request?

 

If you would like to make a refinement please let me know by 19^th
December 2024 and we will reconsider your request. Otherwise it is likely
your request will be refused under Section 17 (f) of LGOIMA, where your
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Nga Mihi

 

Elaine Tunai-Po

Te Hoa Kaipakihi Pârongo Matatapu, Ôkawa hoki | Privacy & Official
Information Business Partner

 

From: clampett trust <[FOI #29509 email]>
Sent: Tuesday, 10 December 2024 10:29 am
To: Official Information <[email address]>
Subject: Official Information request - Auckland council and MPI re: Van
Den Bogaart

 

Dear Auckland Council,

Urgent Complaint Concerning Harassment and Abuse of Elderly Farmers,
I wish to request all communication between Auckland Council and Ministry
for Primary Industries regarding Van Den Bogaart properties in Auckland
from date 2008 to 2024.

To express my deep concern and formally complain about the actions taken
by Auckland Council and the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI)
regarding the forced closure of a highly productive chicken farm owned by
an elderly couple in their 80s. This farm was recognized as one of the
highest production facilities in New Zealand, operating with the purest
water and maintaining exemplary standards.

1. Coercion of Elderly Parents:
The elderly (mid 80s) not owners no interests were pressured into
compliance with the council and MPI, leading to the unjust closure of
their farm. This coercion has not only affected their livelihood but also
their health and well-being, as highlighted by the distress caused during
this process.

2. Judicial Misconduct and Nepotism:
It has come to our attention that there may be a systemic issue of
nepotism and bias within the council, as well as improper influence in
legal proceedings. A judge noted that there was nothing wrong with the
farm, yet undue pressure was applied to these elderly individuals.
Additionally, their son was unjustly jailed due to a plea made by his
lawyer, despite his insistence on his innocence. This situation reflects a
troubling disregard for justice and fairness.

3. Urgent Call for Change:
The ongoing harassment and abuse faced by this family must be addressed
immediately. The actions of both the council and MPI/MAF have not only
harmed peoples you also set a concerning precedent for how similar cases
are handled.

Yours faithfully,

clampett trust on behalf of G Van Den Bogaart

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