Correcting the record on the Rakaia River We understand our role in maintaining the special character of the Rakaia. It’s something we take seriously. Last Friday we withdrew our application to the Environment Court to clarify our role in upholding the 1988 Rakaia Water Conservation Order (WCO). The original declaration, which was filed in…
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Rakaia Gorge weed control project off to a great start
Rakaia Gorge weed control project off to a great start The first stage of a major weed control project in Rakaia Gorge is progressing well, with some impressive gains in the first 12 months. The four-year operation will help protect native biodiversity and significant ecosystems from being infested with exotic weeds. The initial focus is…
Ancient treasures of Rakaia – Taonga tawhito o te awa ko Rakaia
Ancient treasures of Rakaia – Taonga tawhito o te awa ko Rakaia Large areas of the Rakaia River berm remain as tākata whenua might have experienced it when making rugged Aotearoa their home and our project aims to keep it that way. Sections of the awa escaped modification, leaving swaths of native plants intact, including…