One year ago the community, tangata tiaki, researchers and rūnaka members met at Puketeraki Marae to kōrero about aspirations for the Waikouaiti River after receiving Waimāori Trust funding to carry out surveys regarding the mauri of the river. One year on, the results of the research have been collated into a report that makes a number of recommendations regarding the restoration and connections to the river. While the river is in a moderately good state of health, there are clearly some opportunities for improvement. The full report is available online at www.puketeraki.nz. After feedback from the latest hui, stage two of the restoration project is about to begin.

To get involved, contact Justine at the runaka office: [email protected].

Data gathering on the Waikouaiti River.

Data gathering on the Waikouaiti River.