muddier, with lower dissolved oxygen levels. Larger, wider rivers also occur lower down the catchment and these rivers generally have less shading that also helps promote algae and aquatic plant growth. Pollution-tolerant macroinvertebrates favour rivers with excessive algae and aquatic plant growth. When present in high numbers, they provide an indication of the level of pollution a stream or river is likely experiencing. We assessed changes in macroinvertebrate
site was generally maintained in a satisfactory condition. There were various wastewater leaks and infiltration issues noted during 2020-2021, with stormwater diverted to wastewater where appropriate. Routine monitoring found, under normal plant operation, that the activities at the site were not having any significant adverse impacts on the receiving environment. Two incidents occurred during the year which resulted in enforcement action by Council; a skim milk spill to the ocean outfall,
......................................................................................................................................... 34 2.5.4.18 Animal Manure from meat processing plant stock yards, stock truck effluent collection facilities and dairy farm oxidation pond solids; ........................................................................................................................................... 34 2.5.4.19 Vegetable waste solids (being processed by-products) ................................................................................ 34 2.5.4.20 Fish skeletal and muscle residue post filleting …
Recommended That the Taranaki Regional Council: 1. receives the memorandum Proposed regulation of municipal waste water discharges 2. notes the information contained therein concerning the regulatory management of wastewater systems in Taranaki 3. confirms that an evidential basis for the Government’s proposals is not apparent in Taranaki and that this position forms the basis for any future engagement with the Ministry for the Environment in respect of an appropriate regulatory
Mana o te Wai. The interpretation, policy incorporation, and implementation of this metaphysical concept sit uneasily within the established RMA framework and will inevitably cause confusion, uncertainty and frustration if given effect to in its existing vague form and framework. Extensive, careful and well-considered examination and explanation are needed in order to give proper recognition to this concept within an RMA regulatory tool. Taranaki context 20) The Council
Protecting habitats Approximately 21% of Taranaki’s total land area has some form of legal protection, including Department of Conservation (DOC) reserves, local purpose reserves and Queen Elizabeth the Second National Trust (QEII) covenants. This equates to approximately 50% of all native forests and shrublands being legally protected in Taranaki. Loss of habitat and the effects of pest plants and animals are the greatest threats to the region’s remaining indigenous biodiversity.
previous years water quality monitoring indicated an increase in unionised ammonia and ammoniacal nitrogen in the unnamed tributary as it flowed through the western paddocks, although not to the extent that would likely have an impact on the stream biota. This increase was likely due to the historical over application of nitrogen to these paddocks by a previous company. The rendering plant did not operate during the period under review and this has significantly reduced odour issues with no odour
green algae. In rivers (and occasionally lakes), potentially toxic algae generally form brown or black mats that grow on rocks in the river bed. In lakes, potentially toxic algae blooms are generally green in colour and can give lakes a ‘pea soup’ appearance. When exposed, the algae may dry out and turn a light brown or white colour and may also produce a strong musty odour. #e3372{display:none;}#e3313 .content, #e3330 .content, #e3792 .content{margin-left:0;} #e3313
these paddocks by a previous company. There were no unauthorised incidents recording non-compliance in respect of this consent holder during the period under review. In addition, although odour was noted during one inspection, there was no odour noted that was considered likely to cause off-site effects. The rendering plant has closed, and this is likely to reduce the number of odour complaints related to the site. During the year, the Company demonstrated a good level of environmental
Biosecurity Act. In its prioritising, the Council recognises that other harmful animals or plants may still be addressed by other forms of intervention, including non regulatory methods, voluntary control, small-scale management programmes (as provided for under section 100V of the Act), or by other parties pursuant to the Biosecurity Act or other relevant legislation. The Draft Taranaki Regional Council Biosecurity Strategy 2017–2037 As part of the