One of the Mackenzie Basin’s most photographed locations will benefit from nearby native planting and weed control, thanks to the support of the local water zone committee.

The Upper Waitaki Zone Committee has endorsed a funding request from the Mackenzie Cooperating Parish to continue their work on a section of land across from the Church of the Good Shepherd, in Lake Tekapo. 

Stage one: Weed removal and native planting

In 2022, Mackenzie Cooperating Parish and community members worked to remove weed species, like lupins and planted several native seedlings.

This project was supported by the Upper Waitaki Water Zone Committee’s annual Action Plan Fund.

Stage two: Enhancements and investments