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Accountability in Water Quality Issues: Understanding the Complexities
Water quality issues in a catchment area are often the result of cumulative impacts from various sources. And it won't come as a surprise...
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How the RMA Shapes Local Plans
The RMA is the key piece of legislation that guides how New Zealand’s natural and physical resources are managed.
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The Role of Grazing Animals in Controlling Wilding Conifers
Wilding conifers are a big problem in New Zealand's high country, but nature itself offers some solutions. Browsing can control the spread.
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Megatrends and Emerging Issues: Impacts on Food Safety - A Summary
The Food Science and Safety Research Centre released an article recently reviewing the impacts of 'megatrends' on food safety.
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Exploring Water Quality in the Mackenzie Basin: A Closer Look at Our New Storymap
Lake Ohau We are excited to announce our collaboration with the Ministry for the Environment's Access 2 Experts to develop a...
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Managing Wilding Pines on the Mackenzie Basin: Protecting NZ's Unique Landscape
On Saturday 16th November some of our team joined forces with Wilding Free Mackenzie as part of a volunteer day to cut down wilding...
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The Importance of Water Quality for the Mackenzie Basin Salmon Farms
It is a unique situation having freshwater King Salmon farms included in your catchment. In fact, the Mackenzie Basin is the only place...
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Bridging Urban and Rural Communities in Canterbury
In the picturesque region of the Mackenzie basin in Canterbury, New Zealand, a dedicated community group is making waves in bridging the...
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Engaging the Community: Environmental Activities in Mackenzie Basin
Nestled in the picturesque Mackenzie Basin of Canterbury, New Zealand, lies a vibrant community group with a passion for environmental...
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