Porangahau and Maharakeke Catchments

PORANGAHAU AND MAHARAKEKE CATCHMENTS

Primary Township Takapau

Area 15,219 hectares

Number of farms Greater than 20ha = 109

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Who are we working with HBRC, Massey University, Silver Fern Farms

Committee Justin King, Matt Wade, Richard Hilson, Karen Middleburgh, Dan Ormond, Sarah Von Dadelszen, Ross McCormick, Claire McCormick, Hamish Galloway.

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ABOUT OUR CATCHMENT

The Porangahau and Maharakeke Catchments together cover 15,219 hectares. There are 109 farms greater than 20 hectares in size, mainly in sheep and beef, dairy and deer operations. Takapau is the catchment’s largest settlement. A project is currently underway with Massey University to look at on farm solutions to improve water quality.

Chair

Justin King

Catchment Group Contact

Matt Wade | 0272455542

Catchment Group Email

mattwade007@icloud.com

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