Convention Highlights New Prominence Of Hawaiian Leadership
This year’s Native Hawaiian Convention focused on how Hawaiians have played a much bigger role in shaping policy.
University of Hawaii at Hilo.
Another Mauna Kea Telescope Will Soon Be Removed
The work of decommissioning Hoku Kea Observatory is expected to take four months.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Executive Director Named For Mauna Kea Oversight Authority
John De Fries is a former president and chief executive officer of the Hawaii Tourism Authority.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2022
OHA Challenges Constitutionality Of New Mauna Kea Oversight Authority
A lawsuit is the latest salvo in a yearslong legal battle over future of the Big Island mountain.
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Removal Of Mauna Kea Telescope Has Begun
The important astronomical instrument has been in decline for years.
Ben Angarone/Civil Beat/2023
Mauna Kea Authority Nominees Receive Thumbs Up From Senate Committee
The hearings heard that Native Hawaiian perspectives have been previously dismissed.
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Caltech Plans To Decommission Telescope On Mauna Kea Later This Spring
Goodfellow Bros. will soon begin dismantling the buildings and restoring the site.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2022
New Mauna Kea Authority Tussles With DLNR Over Conservation Lands
A Senate bill would challenge the scope of the authority’s jurisdiction over the dormant volcano.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
New Mauna Kea Board Asks Legislature To Approve $28M For Transition
The panel is gearing up to assume control of the mountain from the University of Hawaii in 2028, but it’s just getting started.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
New Mauna Kea Stewards Will Need To Balance Astronomy And Cultural Values
Some members of the new panel, including former TMT protesters, may find their values challenged now that they have a vote over what happens to Hawaii’s tallest mountain.