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To preserve and protect the Rotorua lakes for present and future generations, the Bay of Plenty Regional Council has partnered with the Rotorua Lakes Council and Te Arawa Lakes Trust to roll out the Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Programme.

Together, we’re working to remove 320 tonnes of nitrogen from Lake Rotorua by 2032 and restore the water quality of all Te Arawa lakes.

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News & Events

Boost given to help stop the spread of freshwater pests

Boost given to help stop the spread of freshwater pests

Funding for freshwater biosecurity and boat ramp...

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Access to Lake Ōkataina has changed

Access to Lake Ōkataina has changed

Boat and watercraft access for Lake Ōkataina...

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New biosecurity measures for Waikato River users

New biosecurity measures for Waikato River users

From Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) media...

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