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2006-02-09T10:17:53+13:00 The Special Tribunal appointed to consider the application by MAJAC Trust for a variation to the Buller Water Conservation Order has presented its report and recommendations (PDF, 161k) to…

2006-07-05T09:43:31+12:00 [5 July] Central Plains Water Trust has applied for extensive resource consents to take up to 40cu from each of the Waimakariri and Rakaia rivers for irrigation of 60,000ha…

2006-07-07T13:18:44+12:00 Genesis Energy advise that the Whakapapa is on for tomorrow (Saturday 8 July). There was 58 cumecs of natural flow at 8:00am today, so at the normal rate of…

2006-07-10T15:11:07+12:00 On Tuesday 4 July, Sam Rainey drowned on the Sogndals Elva river in Norway. He was in a party of five, and information from his paddling companions is that…

2006-07-13T13:57:51+12:00 Andrew Goodge has pointed out a proposed hydro scheme on the Parapara river in Golden Bay. The Parapara is the third largest river after the Aorere and Takaka rivers,…

2006-07-25T17:13:38+12:00 Organisers of the Wet West Film Fest have launched a companion photo competition, the Wet West Photo Fest. Submissions for the 2007 competition are open until 31 October. General

2006-08-04T17:06:37+12:00 Meridian Energy has applied for resource consents to prospect for potential hydro dam sites on the West Coast’s Mokihinui river. The Mokihinui offers several challenging back-country kayaking runs including…

2006-08-07T13:41:45+12:00 The NZRCA and kayakers from around the North Island have been attending the Waitomo District Council/Environment Waikato (Waikato Regional Council) hearing in Te Kuiti to hear and present evidence…

2006-08-11T15:30:02+12:00 [11 August] Genesis have advised that the proposed Whakapapa release for Saturday 12 “is unlikely” due to lack of water. However, the situation is borderline and late rain may…

2006-07-03T08:18:45+12:00 Fish and Game Otago is seeking additional protection for the Nevis River, in order to block a 45MW, $100m hydro proposal from Pioneer Generation. The Nevis River is unique…

2006-07-02T18:26:56+12:00 Joe Anderson of Kaimai Canoe Club has passed on the release dates for the 2006-2007 season on the Wairoa River near Tauranga. Water reaches McLaren Falls at 10am and…

2006-06-24T14:49:06+12:00 Years of lobbying have paid off after Environment Minister David Benson-Pope yesterday signed-off the Water Conservation Order for the Rangitata River. The Conservation Order identifies the outstanding characteristics of…

2006-04-06T13:41:39+12:00 SPARC are seeking applications for the Hillary Expedition 2006 fund. SPARC will provide funding for up to six inspiring and cutting-edge adventures in whitewater kayaking and other outdoor sports….

2006-04-09T15:48:15+12:00 John Rice recounts his experience of a serious pin on the Whataroa River, in December 2005. Safety

[4 April] The NZRCA Annual General Meeting will be held in Turangi on the weekend of 29-30 April, 2006. All kayakers are welcome, especially those keen to get involved in…

2006-04-27T19:21:37+12:00 The NZRCA is aware that very few North Island kayakers are following the “check, clean, dry” procedure between catchments. Genesis Energy and the NZRCA have teamed up to make…

2006-05-01T22:53:00+12:00 The NZRCA Executive and supporters enjoyed a productive meeting and the Tongariro releases at the AGM last weekend. Matt Barker of Auckland replaces Bruce Webber who is stepping down…

2006-05-07T09:48:01+12:00 The Hurunui Community Water Development Project is investigating using Lake Sumner and the South branch of the Hurunui River to store water for irrigation. The scheme seeks to manage…

2006-05-30T09:38:01+12:00 Genesis Energy will be carrying out tests on the Poutu Intake gates this Friday 2nd June. The gates will be staged open from around 6.30am, with the full flow…

2006-06-11T09:21:50+12:00 Many kayakers have encountered landowner concerns about Health and Safety issues. Tony Ward-Holmes clarifies access in the light of the Health and Safety in Employment Act. Access, Safety

2006-05-17T15:17:53+12:00 Several years ago the Government recieved a report from the Walking Access Reference Group regarding access to public waterways and lands. Access is a key issue for kayakers involving…

2006-08-16T10:51:15+12:00 [16 August] Kayakers in Canterbury have joined forces to oppose the Central Plains Water scheme in order to protect the recreational amenity. A protest is planned against the Christchurch…

2006-08-21T13:53:03+12:00 [21 August] Access Officer Graeme McIntyre advises that the Mangahao release postponed from March is scheduled for 23 September. Update: 18 September, KCE advise the Mangahao Dam No 2…

2006-08-23T09:43:49+12:00 NZ Canoeing 06.1 has been mailed to members and contains articles such as Canoeist of the Year 2006 – Dave Ritchie (Wayne Johnson), We Care About Your Safety!, Newssplashes…