Our flourishing environment
supports a thriving community.
About Waiora Manuherekia
Thanks to the Ministry for the Environment, we have received funding support to do something really cool in the Manuherekia.
Thousands of people live and work close to the Manuherekia River, its tributaries or receive water from the river directly or indirectly.
The Manuherekia River is at the heart of our region, and our catchment, and it connects our community is so many ways; through a special environment, recreation, economy and even spiritually.
The Waiora Manuherekia Project, from July 2024 to June 2025, will be focusing on connecting our community to the Manuherekia River, and carrying out environmental work to help improve and enhance this unique and special resource.
What the project includes
Biodiversity
Willow removal and spraying
Replanting
Community activities
Community
River clean ups
School engagements
Water Quality
Work with farming community on wetland mapping
Recreational
Develop network of trails
Farming and land use
Stakeholder engagement
Field days
Alternative land use
Literature review on what’s been done already
Integrate academic with the practical
Listen: The Muster
Check out our interview segment on Hokonui's The Muster feat. Waiora Manuherekia project manager Annie Wallace chatting with Andy about the current funding opportunities for wetland restoration.
