Here is where you can find out more about our catchment, get news of Accord activity, hear stories of the river, and get information about upcoming events. You will also find media releases from the Manawatū River Leaders’ Forum and relevant media releases from Accord members so you can stay up to date with change as it happens. If you have a story about the river, or an upcoming event focused on the awa that you would like to share, send it to us at info@manawaturiver.co.nz or share it on Manawatū River social using #manawaturiver or #loveyourriver.
Manawatū River Leaders’ Accord wins at Primary Industries New Zealand awards
Lydia Kirker
August 12, 2022
Manawatū River Leaders’ Forum celebrates 10 years with new leadership arrangement
Cara Hesselin
October 7, 2021
‘Arohatia Te Kawau’ this spring and join Palmy’s Plastic Pollution Challenge
Cara Hesselin
August 17, 2020
Get the latest update on Accord activity with the 2018 Progress Report
Cara Hesselin
November 28, 2018
Improved water quality in Horizons Region shows more rivers more suitable for swimming
Cara Hesselin
February 15, 2018
Horizons Region to receive over $5.84 million for freshwater improvements
Cara Hesselin
August 8, 2017
River Accord to receive central government funding for freshwater improvement
Cara Hesselin
August 8, 2017
Councils join forces with community for river clean-up
Cara Hesselin
March 10, 2016
Manawatū River receives $5 million funding boost
Mirage Visual
October 16, 2014
Cleaning up the Manawatū River will be a little easier thanks to a multi-million dollar cash injection from the Government....
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Manawatū’s native fish can now swim freely
Mirage Visual
February 13, 2012
Native fish within the Manawatū Catchment can now swim freely, thanks to the installation of a number of fish ladders...
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Applications now open for Horizons community grants
Mirage Visual
February 1, 2012
Applications are now open for Horizons Regional Council’s new community grants programme developed to support community groups in making the...
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River clean-up underway
Mirage Visual
December 19, 2011
Last week dozens of Manawatu Leaders and senior officials came together to reflect on the year that was. But this...
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Summer swim spots, December 12 2011
Mirage Visual
December 12, 2011
With summer upon us in full force, Horizons Regional Council’s annual water testing at popular swimming and recreational spots is...
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4 million strong army to protect against erosion
Mirage Visual
September 7, 2011
Seven years on from the devastating floods of 2004 and things are looking brighter for the hill country in the...
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