News
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Be safe and share the lake
NewsBoaties are reminded to stay safe this Labour Weekend.
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Toxic algae found in Waituna Lagoon
NewsEnvironment Southland’s latest monitoring has found low levels of toxic algae in Waituna Lagoon.
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Environment Southland assessing contamination at Tiwai Point
NewsEnvironment Southland is leading a programme of work to identify the degree and impact of contamination at Tiwai Point.
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Good work stops decline in waterways, but no improvements yet
NewsAn annual update of river water quality data on the LAWA (Land, Air, Water Aotearoa) website reveals that, in Southland, there has been little change in water quality over the last 10 years.
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Record low number of air quality exceedances
NewsInvercargill and Gore have recorded the best air quality results since monitoring began, for our latest winter monitoring season (1 May – 1 September).
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Advice from Southland group leads to practical rule changes
NewsEnvironment Southland welcomes the Government’s consultation on regulation changes making the intensive winter grazing rules more practical for councils and farmers.
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First winter grazing consent granted
NewsEnvironment Southland has granted its first intensive winter grazing consent.
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Regional Forum hears from stakeholders
NewsThe Regional Forum heard from different industry bodies, suppliers and a recreational group as it continued to progress the development of their recommendations to improve Southland’s freshwater.
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Long-term Plan adopted
NewsCouncillors adopted the Long-term Plan 2021-2031, which will set the scene for the next ten years, with a particular focus on the next three.
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AB Lime consent application granted
NewsAB Lime has been granted resource consents for its landfill operations, following a hearing in May.
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Sensors installed to provide clearer picture of Gore air quality
NewsA network of air quality sensors has been installed across Gore, as part of a research project commissioned by Environment Southland and being carried out by NIWA.
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Commitment to improving winter grazing practice remains strong
NewsEnvironment Southland remains committed to getting improvements in winter grazing practice across Southland.
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Big step forward in pump upgrade project
NewsThe order for two new pumps for the Lake Hawkins pump station on Stead Street has been confirmed.
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Excellent compliance found from aerial winter grazing inspections
NewsThis week’s first aerial compliance inspection confirmed farmers have prepared well for winter grazing.
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Aerial compliance inspection scheduled for this week
NewsEnvironment Southland will undertake its first aerial compliance inspection of the winter grazing season this week (weather permitting).
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Nominations now open for 2021 Environment Southland Community Awards
NewsThis year, new categories have been introduced that reflect some of the environmental challenges the region is facing, including water quality and biodiversity.
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Decisions made on Long-term Plan proposals
NewsCouncillors today agreed to proceed with a 20% general rates increase, during their Long-term Plan deliberations.
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Wide range of topics at hearing today
NewsCouncillors heard submissions on a wide variety of topics relating to the Long-term Plan proposals.
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Long-term Plan hearing set for Wednesday
NewsCouncillors will hear submissions on the Long-term Plan proposals this Wednesday.
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Submissions open for Long-term Plan consultation
NewsEnvironment Southland’s Long-term Plan 2021-2031 consultation document, Tō tātou haerenga – our journey, has been approved by Councillors for public release.
