Stream Health Measurement Assessment Kit (SHMAK):
https://niwa.co.nz/freshwater/management-tools/water-quality-tools/stream-health-monitoring-and-assessment-kit WetlandsWetlands provide important habitat for threatened species, remove pollutants from the water and act as a significant carbon sink. They are also under threat, with less than 10% of original wetland area remaining in Taranaki. We can help support your students learn more about wetlands through providing a presentation and getting them
a stream. At primary level, stream studies involve finding and identifying stream bugs and measuring other water quality parameters including water clarity and temperature. Year 12 and 13 classes and adult groups often use the Stream Health Measurement and Assessment Kit (SHMAK) that enables collection of scientifically robust data that can be used to make assessments of stream health. Wetland studiesThere are some excellent wetland areas suitable for school visits. Popular ones are Nowells
High school students can use the Stream Health Measurement Assessment Kit (SHMAK) that enables collection of scientifically robust data that can be used to make assessments of stream health. SHMAK study unit Wetlands studiesThere are a number of wetland areas suitable for school visits. We have a wetlands study unit available online and we also recommend booking a visit to the Taranaki Wetlands exhibition at Puke Ariki. Wetlands study unit Rocky shore studiesRocky reefs dominate the Taranaki
Freshwater reforms: a quick guide
The Government’s Essential Freshwater reform package aims to protect and improve our rivers, streams and wetlands to stop further degradation of freshwater, start making immediate improvements and reverse past damage to bring our waterways and ecosystems to a healthy state within a generation. The National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 (NPS-FM 2020) sets out the policies and the National Environmental Standards for Freshwater (NES-FW) establishes the
Under the Council’s award-winning Riparian Management Programme, thousands of kilometres of streambanks and wetlands are being fenced and planted to protect and enhance the region’s waterways. Fencing streambanks keeps stock out of waterways and vegetation helps to trap and filter run-off from pasture. Planting provides shading, food and shelter for wildlife and encourages biodiversity in rivers and streams. All of these aspects generally support water quality. Taranaki’s Riparian Management
Under the Council’s award-winning Riparian Management Programme, thousands of kilometres of streambanks and wetlands are being fenced and planted to protect and enhance the region’s waterways. Fencing streambanks keeps stock out of waterways and vegetation helps to trap and filter run-off from pasture. Planting provides shading, food and shelter for wildlife and encourages biodiversity in rivers and streams. All of these aspects generally support water quality. Taranaki’s Riparian Management
variety of all biological life, large and small – plants, animals, fungi and even micro-organisms. What are the biodiversity issues in Taranaki?
Since the arrival of people, Taranaki has lost around 60% of its forest 92% of its wetlands and more than 80% of its indigenous coastal vegetation.
Many remaining bush or wetland areas are isolated or fragmented, and many coastal areas are significantly degraded. Ensuring ecological links between native areas is vital for biodiversity in the region.
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passage management NIWA Fish Passage Assessment Tool The Essential Freshwater reforms: a quick guide
The Government’s Essential Freshwater reform package aims to protect and improve our rivers, streams and wetlands to stop further degradation of freshwater, start making immediate improvements and reverse past damage to bring our waterways and ecosystems to a healthy state within a generation. The National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 (NPS-FM 2020) sets out the policies and the
practices will need to be adjusted to comply with the regulations. Useful linksTe Uru Kahika/Regional and Unitary Councils Aotearoa factsheet, FAQs and useful links The Essential Freshwater reforms: a quick guide
The Government’s Essential Freshwater reform package aims to protect and improve our rivers, streams and wetlands to stop further degradation of freshwater, start making immediate improvements and reverse past damage to bring our waterways and ecosystems to a healthy state within a generation.
would be considered stockholding areas. If you are unsure, contact us for guidance - info@trc.govt.nz. Useful linksMinistry for the Environment (MfE) factsheet | Stockholding definition guidance The Essential Freshwater reforms: a quick guide
The Government’s Essential Freshwater reform package aims to protect and improve our rivers, streams and wetlands to stop further degradation of freshwater, start making immediate improvements and reverse past damage to bring our waterways and ecosystems to a