The Rena wreck will remain on Astrolabe Reef.
In a decision released today consent to 'dump' the remains of the MV Rena, its equipment and cargo on the reef as a result of the grounding of the vessel on October, 5, 2011 has been granted.
Application for consent to 'discharge' any harmful substances or contaminants from the remains of the MV Rena, its equipment and cargo that may occur over time as a result of the degradation of the vessel, has also been granted.
Regional council chief executive Mary-Anne Macleod said the consent application had been granted subject to an 'extensive suite of conditions' outlined within a 451 page document.
Image 1 of 25: The stricken container ship, Rena, stuck on Astrolabe Reef off, Motiti Island in 2011.