Bar crossing course at Raglan
Crossing the notorious Raglan bar can be extremely hazardous for even the most experienced boatie.
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Farmers urged to watch out for health as big dry grinds on
Farmers in Waikato and South Auckland are being urged to watch out for their health as the stress of managing in the extremely dry conditions this summer grinds on.
Regional council supports trees for WW1 memorial
A Coromandel project involving tree planting to honour New Zealand’s World War One dead is to be supported by a $40,000 grant from Waikato Regional Council’s environmental initiatives fund.
Heavyweights line up to protect Waikato River
Joint media release from DairyNZ, Waikato River Authority and Waikato Regional Council A ground-breaking collaboration between dairy industry body DairyNZ, the Waikato River Authority and Waikato Regional Council is lining up to better protect and restore the Waikato River.
Major exercise for marine oil spill recovery beside Tuakau Bridge
A major marine oil spill exercise will be carried out on and beside the Waikato River at Tuakau on Thursday 5 March by Waikato Regional Council’s marine oil spill response team.
Ongoing dry weather highlights need for water planning
The very dry summers of recent years highlight the need for farmers and other water users to plan carefully over their water needs, says Waikato Regional Council.
Dangerous vessel removed from Tairua Harbour
Waikato Regional Council has removed a seriously unsafe vessel from Tairua Harbour after it was judged to be at risk from sinking, potentially creating an environmental and navigation hazard.
Nutrient reports highlight important new data
Two new reports on nutrients that can support algal growth in the Waikato and Waipa rivers indicate some potentially positive developments for protecting and restoring water quality in the region.
“Grandparented” water access applications flood in
Waikato dairy farmers and their milk companies have been extremely proactive in applying for “grandparented” access to water takes under the region’s new Variation 6 policy, says Waikato Regional Council.
Waikato’s Effluent Expo turns 5
The ground-breaking Waikato Effluent Expo at the Mystery Creek events centre is turning five this year on St Patrick’s Day and it will be bigger than ever.
Matamata-Piako addressing hazard risks
Joint release from Matamata-Piako District Council and Waikato Regional Council
More research is needed on the potential effects of liquefaction, climate change and severe wind on Matamata-Piako district, says a new technical report prepared by the Waikato Regional Council’s regional hazards team.
Regional council funding helps festival focus on environment
Waikato Regional Council funding is helping this year’s Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival have a number of creative works that highlight sustainability and conservation issues.
Take care with water safety over Waitangi weekend
Waikato region water users are being reminded of the need to take care in or on waterways and off the coast over the long Waitangi weekend.
Farmers encouraged to seek advice if struggling due to dry summer
Despite rain at the weekend and today, Waikato and South Auckland farmers are being encouraged to put their hands up promptly if they need advice due to the ongoing very dry conditions in the region.