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Awarua/Waituna Wetland recreation developments

Consultation closed: Monday 11 July 2008

Public feedback was sought on proposed recreation developments for the Awarua/Waituna Wetland.

A public meeting was held on June 25, 2008 at the Southern Institute of Techology, Invercargill.

Background

In June 2007 a public meeting was held to seek suggestions on how the Awarua/Waituna Wetland should be managed, including suggestions on recreational use. Following this meeting a draft Recreation Development Plan was prepared. The plan outlines proposals for three new developments in the wetland. The Department sought feedback on these proposals.

Waituna viewing shelter. Photo: Philippa Christie.
Waituna viewing shelter

What happens next?

Submissions will be collated and a summary will be made available following the meeting:

  • on this website
  • sent out directly to people who submitted
  • distributed via a newsletter:

Attn: Sally Chesterfield
Department of Conservation
P O Box 743
Invercargill
schesterfield@doc.govt.nz

Learn more

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