Hands off the Nevis!

New Zealand and Otago Fish and Game Councils have applied for an amendment to the Water Conservation Order for the Kawarau River which relates to its tributary, the Nevis River.

For more information please click here.

Public field day in the Nevis Valley - Nov 29th. Come and join us to hear the issues, see the beauty of the valley and enjoy a B-B-Q

Great (Southern) Crested Grebe

The George Chance Memorial Census of Great Crested Grebe in Central Otago was carried out by members of the Otago Branch of the Ornithological Society of NZ Inc. in February 2009.

The results show that the numbers of these birds are increasing on the lakes of Central Otago. Lake Dunstan in particular has played a key role in the sustainability of this wonderful bird.

Click here for details of the survey.

Anglers and Gamebird Hunters take note!

Didymo (Rock Snot) is present in the Upper Clutha catchment.

It is crucial that you clean your fishing and hunting gear and any other items that come in contact with any waterway.

Don't be the one to spread Didymo to an uninfected waterway!

For detailed information : www.biosecurity.govt.nz/pests/didymo

Contact Dam Proposals (click here)

Contact has released four possible projects for hydro-electric dams on the Clutha River. They are at Luggate (86MW), Queensberry (160MW), Beaumont (185MW) and Tuapeka (350MW).

It is important that you have your say, Contact:

Neil Gilliespie - Hydro Project Manager
0800 663335