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Toxic algae alerts at four Southland waterways
NewsEnvironment Southland’s latest monitoring has found high levels of potentially toxic algae in the Mataura River near the Riversdale Bridge and at the Ōreti River at Branxholme.
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Have your say on the Proposed Regional Climate Change Strategy
NewsPeople can have their say on the Proposed Regional Climate Change Strategy for Murihiku Southland with feedback now open.
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Toxic algae alerts at two sites in the Mataura River
NewsEnvironment Southland’s latest monitoring has found high levels of potentially toxic algae in the Mataura River at Gore and 200m downstream of the Mataura Bridge.
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Waituna Lagoon returning to health following opening
NewsWater samples taken from the Waituna Lagoon following its opening to the sea on 31 January show water clarity has improved.
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Eel deaths in Low Burn Stream, Mataura being investigated
NewsEnvironment Southland’s compliance and science teams have been investigating a report last week of dead eels in the Low Burn Stream near Mataura.
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Toxic algae at the Upukerora River at Te Anau-Milford Road
NewsEnvironment Southland’s latest monitoring has found high levels of potentially toxic algae in the Upukerora River at Te Anau-Milford Road.
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ES Councillors endorse Proposed Regional Climate Change Strategy
NewsThe Proposed Regional Climate Change Strategy for Murihiku Southland was endorsed at Thursday’s Environment Southland Council meeting.
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Waikawa Integrated Catchment Management Plan – Online Survey + Mapping
NewsBoffa Miskell Ltd has been appointed, through the Essential Freshwater Fund, to develop an Integrated Catchment Management Plan.
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Local State of Emergency declared for Bluecliffs
NewsSDC Mayor Rob Scott declared a local state of emergency for Bluecliffs following significant erosion and risks to life and property.
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Waituna Lagoon - Public safety warning
NewsThe public is being urged to avoid the area around the opening to the sea.
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Waituna Lagoon opened to the sea
NewsThe Waituna Lagoon was mechanically opened to the sea, with the aim of preventing imminent, severe ecological harm.
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Environment Southland to use emergency powers to open Waituna Lagoon
NewsEnvironment Southland will use emergency works powers available to it under the Resource Management Act to mechanically open the Waituna Lagoon.
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40th anniversary of 1984 Southland floods
NewsAs a significant anniversary approaches – the importance of maintaining and investing in flood infrastructure in Murihiku Southland is more crucial than ever.
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Toxic algae alert for Waituna Lagoon
NewsFollowing the detection of an algal bloom in Waituna Lagoon, Environment Southland is advising the public against swimming, fishing or taking seafood from the lagoon.
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Toxic algae found at the dam on the Waihōpai River
NewsToxic algae found in Waihopai River upstream of Queens Drive.
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Boaties Urged To Look Out For Railway Irons
NewsEnvironment Southland is urging boaties to be on the lookout for hazards when enjoying time on Southland rivers this summer.
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Water quality monitoring helps to protect Southland swimmers
NewsSouthlanders can get ready to make a splash this summer with Environment Southland’s summer water monitoring getting underway.
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Appeal period for Regional Coastal Plan for Southland (Plan Change 5)
Public noticeNewsCouncil has accepted the recommendations of the Hearing Panel on Plan Change 5, and if you made a submission you may appeal the decision before 16 Feb 2024.
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Toxic algae found in the Waiau River upstream Excelsior Creek
NewsEnvironment Southland’s latest monitoring has found elevated levels of potentially toxic algae in the Waiau River near the Excelsior Creek inflow.
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Remediation plan needed to address Tiwai contamination
NewsA new report on New Zealand Aluminium Smelters' data confirms our initial understanding of numerous legacy and ongoing sources of contamination to the environment.
