Ours The Manawatu Rivers Leaders' Accord

The Manawatū river flows through all of us. It is precious because it is ours.

Kei te ora te wai, kei te ora te whenua, kei te ora te tangata

If the water is healthy, the land and the people are nourished

The Manawatū River flows through all of us, it shapes our region and reflects our people. It is our treasure, our taonga, and only by working collectively can we protect and care for it, ensuring our awa flourishes for generations to come. This shared belief led to the Manawatū River Leaders’ Accord, working together we can drive change.

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SEE PROGRESS

The Accord brought us together and set a vision and goals for improving the health of the awa. The next step was to identify priority areas and understand where the most impact could be made. The 2011-16 Action Plan was developed and launched in July 2011. Accord members were committed to making a change with six priorities and over 130 tasks identified in a huge collaborative effort.

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REDUCE THE NUTRIENT AND BACTERIA FROM POINT SOURCE DISCHARGES

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REDUCE THE RUN-OFF OF SEDIMENT, NUTRIENTS AND BACTERIA FROM INTENSIVE LAND-USE SUCH AS DAIRYING AND CROPPING

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PROTECT AREAS OF HABITAT FOR NATIVE FISH, BIRDS AND TROUT

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REDUCE SEDIMENT RUNOFF FROM EROSION PRONE FARMLAND, THE RURAL ROAD NETWORK, AND AREAS OF MAJOR EARTHWORKS

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REDUCE THE IMPACT OF FLOOD CONTROL AND DRAINAGE SCHEMES

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PREVENT OVER-USE OF WATER

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INCREASE AWARENESS OF THE CHALLENGES FACED BY FRESHWATER AND ACTIONS THE COMMUNITY CAN TAKE

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ACTIVITIES

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SCIENCE

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EDUCATION

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GET INVOLVED

Community

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FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN HELP

The Manawatū River is OURS and as a community we have the choice of playing a part in its enhancement and protection. Working together we can help our awa thrive and enjoy it today and for generations to come.

FIND OUT
HOW YOU CAN HELP

Slide Despite efforts to recycle, plastic waste ends up in our awa. Reduce the amount of unnecessary plastic you use to help reduce the amount of plastic waste produced locally.

REDUCE PLASTIC WASTE

REDUCE
PLASTIC WASTE

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PICK UP LITTER

Next time you’re down by the awa take on the challenge of picking up five pieces of litter. Every bit counts and it all adds up to a happier, healthier environment for everyone to enjoy.

PICK UP LITTER

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PLANT A TREE

The benefits of planting trees are many – for our awa they include filtering nutrients from land run off and providing habitat for birds, fish and insects.

PLANT A TREE

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DISPOSE OF TOXIC
CHEMICALS SAFELY

Stop hazardous waste from reaching the river by disposing of it at dedicated facilities. Remember that everything that goes down the drain will eventually end up in our rivers and streams.

DISPOSE OF TOXIC
CHEMICALS SAFELY

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SEE IT, REPORT IT,
CALL 0508 800 800

If you see a chemical spill or contaminants in waterways call Horizons’ Pollution Hotline.

SEE IT, REPORT IT,
CALL 0508 800 800

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WASH YOUR CAR
ON THE GRASS

Grass acts as a natural filter for contaminants, trapping potential pollutants such as oil, dirt and grease. Washing your car on the lawn filters run off through the soil before entering stormwater drains and ultimately the river.

WASH YOUR CAR
ON THE GRASS

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JOIN THE CONVERSATION

Join the conversation and get involved, there are a lot of things you can do to help and we have the resources to show you how. Join our community on social and find out more at manawaturiver.co.nz

JOIN THE CONVERSATION

Landowners

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Find out what you can do

The Manawatū River is OURS and as a community we have the choice of playing a part in its enhancement and protection. There is a lot you can do to help our awa thrive, and we are here to help you make a difference.

Find out what you can do

Slide Erosion can have a major impact on sediment and clarity in our waterways. Reduce the amount of sediment entering our awa and keep soil on your land by planting poplar poles in erosion prone areas.

COMBAT HILL COUNTRY EROSION

COMBAT HILL COUNTRY EROSION

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FIX BARRIERS TO FISH PASSAGE

Many of the native fish species need to get back and forth between their fresh water homes and the sea to breed. Barriers to this migration seriously impact our native fish, many of which are at risk. Find out how to make dams, weirs, and overhanging culverts in your streams fish friendly.

FIX BARRIERS TO FISH PASSAGE

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PROTECT STREAMS WITH RIPARIAN PLANTING AND FENCING

Keeping stock out of waterways and protecting streams with a buffer of plants along stream margins has a major impact on water quality and stream habitat. Improve sediment, nutrient, and bacteria levels in our awa and help aquatic life thrive in your streams through effective riparian management.

PROTECT STREAMS WITH RIPARIAN PLANTING AND FENCING

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MANAGE EFFLUENT ON YOUR FARM

Nutrient and bacteria in our waterways has a major impact on water quality in our catchment. Implement sustainable systems for managing effluent on your farm and help keep our awa healthy and safe.

MANAGE EFFLUENT ON YOUR FARM

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PROTECT WETLANDS AND NATIVE BUSH ON YOUR LAND

Today only 18 per cent of the catchment remains under indigenous cover. There are many programmes in the catchment working to protect these precious ecosystems. Find out how to protect bush remnants and wetlands on your land.

PROTECT WETLANDS AND NATIVE BUSH ON YOUR LAND

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LEAD A COMMUNITY PROJECT

Every year there is $100,000 of funding for community projects that aim to enhance and protect the awa. Take advantage of the support available and galvanise your community to protect our waterways.

LEAD A COMMUNITY PROJECT

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JOIN THE CONVERSATION

Join the conversation and get involved, there are a lot of things you can do to help and we have the resources to show you how. Join our community on social and find out more at manawaturiver.co.nz

JOIN THE CONVERSATION