Case studies
The Rerewhakaaitu farmers are helping to protect the waterways and lake water quality through good farming practices.
To learn about what they have done select a case study below.
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The community restoration group has set its sites on helping the Awaroa Stream, which is one of the main inlets into the Lake. Download the pdf below to read about farmers working together to make changes. |
Working Together 1.35 MB |
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The Sutton Family: Chris and Rosemary have a long history in dairying. Chris says affinity to the lake is shared by all farmers in Rerewhakaaitu and awareness of the Lake and looking after it is a priority for everyone. Download the pdf below to read their story |
Farmers unite to drive project 1.13 MB |
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The Allen Family: Barbara and Peter have farmed in the Lake Rerewhakaaitu catchment for 32 years. They have been creating wetland areas and protecting vulnerable underground springs on their land. Native birds like tui and bellbirds are returning. Download the pdf below to read their story. |
Farming by the lake for 32 years 1.16 MB |
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The Pacey Family: Because of their strong attachment to the land, Mac and Lynda are always challenging themselves to do better on their farm for the sake of the Lake. Download the pdf below to read their story. |
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The Koopal Family: Anne and Stewart have a proud dairy heritage. Three generations of the Koopal family have farmed at Lake Rerewhakaaitu. Download the pdf below to read their story. |
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The Hamilton Family: For Trevor and Harriet, settling at Lake Rerewhakaaitu was both a business and lifestyle decision. Their expansion makes the Hamiltons the largest dairy farmers in the lake area. Download the pdf below to read their story. |
For the love of a lake 1.01 MB |
