The Our Waitarakao strategy aims to restore the mauri (life force) of this special area, and it outlines the actions we can all take to help make that happen.
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An algal bloom, Karenia longicanalis, is found in Camp Bay. It can be harmful to fish but isn't toxic to humans. MPI issued no warning. Monitoring continues.
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At the heart of the Mackenzie Basin, a nesting colony of a famous bird indicates how community action and nature can respond when we care for our lakes.
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Thanks to an Ōrāri Temuka Ōpihi Pareora Water Zone Committee recommendation, a local group is taking action to revive Strathconan Stream.
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The Whakaora Te Waikēkēwai constructed wetland project, Te Repo o Papatahora, celebrates a key milestone as ground is broken this month.
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Thanks to recent support from the Ashburton Water Zone Committee, a local group is able to increase their pest control efforts.
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Predators beware – conservation work is becoming more advanced in the Lake Ōhau area thanks in part to our Waitaha Action to Impact Fund.
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Read about how we protect the region's rivers and biodiversity from weed infestation.
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A new bug bag deployment follows one in August, where students were taught how to make the bags and judge water quality.
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Braided river bird nesting season is from 1 September to 1 February, so it's time to be extra vigilant around Canterbury rivers.
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The Kaikōura Water Zone Committee took a fieldtrip to see two progressive environmental projects — a constructed wetland and a riparian restoration programme.
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Find out who the successful applicants are for the 2024/25 Waitaha Action to Impact Fund (WAI Fund).