Water monitoring for the Ruakituri River

Posted on February 24, 2021 by whangawehi

On Wednesday the 24th of February 2021, Nic attended a Zoom meeting with Vanessa Crowe from the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA). EPA is in the process of launching a new water monitoring technique called EDNA that consists in sampling the DNA present in the water. This technique is extremely powerful as it indicates the species present not only in the streams but also on land. This tool could be very valuable as we embark on a large scale restoration programme. This sampling technique could be done via the local school if there was an interest. This one off project is free of charge and could start in the next 3 weeks. Something for the Guardians to discuss.

Stakeholder gathering at the Ruakituri school

Posted on February 21, 2021 by whangawehi

On the 12th of February 2021, 34 landowners representing over 20 properties gathered at the school to discuss the next step for the catchment group. All landowners agree with the approach and see the benefit of working collaboratively to progress an ambitious community vision. The next step for the group will be to become a legal entity which they are in the process of creating. Well done to the Guardians of the Ruakituri River.

Presentation at HBRC

Posted on February 21, 2021 by whangawehi

On the 3d of February 2021, Nuku Hadfield, Peter MacCarthy, Pat O’Brien and Nic Caviale Delzescaux present their community vision at the HBRC Integrated Catchment Management Committee Chaired by Hinewai Ormsby in Napier. Both groups are seeking co funding to leverage support from the Fresh Water Improvement Fund.

Mapping session for a Ruakituri Catchment Plan

Posted on February 21, 2021 by whangawehi

On the 9th of February 2021, Nic Caviale Delzescaux from Terra Tangata Consulting came to the Ruakituri school to start mapping a Catchment Management Plan. This information will be used to apply for funding.

Landowners meeting on Awarua Station

Posted on February 21, 2021 by whangawehi

On the 28th of January, Nicolas Caviale Delzescaux from Terra Tangata Consulting is invited to attend a landowners meeting on Awarua Station to discuss a way forward for the Catchment Group. The group brainstorms ideas for it’s first application to the Fresh Water Improvement fund.