Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council
Our Waitarakao project lead, Chris Fauth, says some great conversations are being had – kicking off several months of engagement.
“We’re really enjoying hearing what people like about the environment at Waitarakao. There’s a wide range of interests, including around natural hazards, water quality, and environmental quality – both in the lagoon and up the streams.
“What’s impressed me is we’ve had lots of people asking what actions they can take, and how they can get involved.
“This is the start of what will be a big process, and it’s been really positive so far.”
Locals chatted with the team to learn more about Our Waitarakao
There are more drop-in events in the coming days, including one in Washdyke (209 Hilton Highway) on Monday 19 June. Check out the Our Waitarakao Facebook page or the ‘Events’ section of ourwaitarakao.co.nz, where you can also read more about the project in general, share your experiences of the lagoon, and take a brief survey.
Our Waitarakao is a collaboration between us, Department of Conservation, Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua and Timaru District Council.
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