Ngā rauemi hou Resources Collection
All factsheets on policies and regulations in the Essential Freshwater package
Factsheets to assist councils with implementing the Essential Freshwater policies and regulations that came into force on 3 September 2020.
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Benefits of Biodiversity for Farmers
Benefits of biodiversity for farmers, written by Yuki Fukuda on behalf of NZ Landcare Trust
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Biodiversity Monitoring
This one-pager describes what biodiversity monitoring is, why it’s important to monitor biodiversity on farm, and some common monitoring methods.
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Biodiversity planning on your farm
A guide to help farmers identify their biodiversity goals and begin creating a biodiversity plan
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Catchment Group Toolkit
Build your Catchment Group Toolkit with resources from Our Land and Water and NZ Landcare Trust.
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Farm Plan Environment Module
The Farm Plan – Environment Module will guide you through developing and further enhancing your understanding of your farmâs natural resources and how your farming system interacts with them
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Farming with Native Biodiversity Ecologist Webinar-Becky
A webinar from Farming with Native Biodiversity ecologist Becky Clements about her learnings from the pilot project.
Watch Resource Farming with Native Biodiversity Ecologist Webinar-Tyler
A webinar from Farming with Native Biodiversity ecologist Tyler Jarman about his learnings from the pilot project.
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Farming with Native Biodiversity Kete
A brief introduction to biodiversity, why it’s important on-farm, and key resources created and compiled during the Farming with Native Biodiversity project.
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Feral and Stray Cats
This document was published by NPCA (National Pest Control Agencies) which, until part way through 2018, provided a co-ordinating forum for agencies and stakeholders to address vertebrate animal pest control in New Zealand
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Find out which pests are living on your farm
Learn about methods to find out which pests are living on your farm, as a first step to pest control.
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Fish Passage Assessment Tool
A tool for assessing how in-stream structures or changes might influence fish passage, also available as an app to download. Provides guidelines about how to ensure fish passage.
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Fish Passage Management
Our waterways need to be carefully managed so native fish can access the habitats they need. These fish move within rivers and streams and to and from the sea to complete their lifecycles.
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Freshwater Biodiversity Monitoring Guide
This is a great online decision support tool that helps you measure how effective your biodiversity restoration actions are for freshwater biodiversity. This freshwater biodiversity monitoring guide includes wetlands and riparian vegetation and was developed for DOCâs Job for Nature programs.
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Freshwater eels in NZ
At first glance, all New Zealand freshwater eels look the same. But you might be surprised to learn there are three species, each unique in its own way.
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Go Wild – Guiding Native Restoration in Tasman District
This book is a tribute to all those who have undertaken restoration work. It is also intended to inspire and support those who are considering a restoration project
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Growing Native Plants in the Wakatipu
This booklet is designed to help people grow native plants in the Wakatipu. It has been put together by the Wakatipu Reforestation Trust (WRT) in response to the many queries about how and where to grow native plants in the Wakatipu
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He Kākano How to set up a native plant nursery
This resource aims to assist schools and communities in starting their own backyard/community nurseries. It is a collaboration between Whitebait Connection and Te Aho TÅ« Roa
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Hooked on Native Fish | Kaingākau ana ki te ika taketake (English Version)
Learn about our unique native fish, where they live and what you can do to help protect them and their habitat
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How to Collect and Analyse eDNA
Because DNA is a tiny molecule found within the cells of living creatures (along with other molecular bits and bobs), you need special tools to pick it up.
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How to Manage Pests on Farm with Sam Gibson
This week on the Our Farms, Our Future podcast, host Tim Dangen talks with Sam âThe Trap Manâ Gibson about dealing with pests on farm. Sam is a catchment coordinator at NZ Landcare Trust in TairÄwhiti, and his passion is trapping pests.
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How to Start Monitoring Biodiversity with Joanne Clapcott
This week, Tim Dangen sat down with biodiversity monitoring expert Joanne Clapcott. Joanne is a freshwater scientist and team leader of the freshwater ecosystems team at Cawthron Institute in Nelson. Her work involves evaluating the biodiversity and health of bodies of freshwater like rivers, streams, and lakes to learn whatâs living there and what itâs […]
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How to use Photo Points
This short guide shows you the key points for setting up simple yet effective photo point monitoring on your farm.
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Importance of farms in protecting New Zealand’s lowland forests
This document explains why farms are so important for protecting native vegetation, especially lowland forests
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iNaturalist
An app to record observations of plants and animals and to get help identifying native biodiversity on farm.
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Is your predator control working?
To know if your predator control is successful, youâll need to measure the results of your work and its conservation effects.
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Kahikatea | Dacrycarpus dacrydioides
Reasons for planting native trees include the enhancement of plant and animal biodiversity for conservation, establishment of a native cover on erosion-prone sites, improvement of water quality by revegetation of riparian areas and management for production of high quality timber.
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Kaingākau ana ki te ika taketake | Hooked on Native Fish (Te Reo Māori version)
Learn about our unique native fish, where they live and what you can do to help protect them and their habitat
Read Resource Karamu | Comprosma robusta
The composition and extent of stream-side vegetation influences how well a riparian area functions and hence has a major impact on the state of streams
Read Resource Kauri | Agathus australis
Reasons for planting native trees include the enhancement of plant and animal biodiversity for conservation, establishment of a native cover on erosion-prone sites, improvement of water quality by revegetation of riparian areas and management for production of high quality timber.
Read Resource Kohuhu | Pittosporum tenuifolium
The composition and extent of stream-side vegetation influences how well a riparian area functions and hence has a major impact on the state of the streams.
Read Resource Kowhai | Sophora tetraptera
The composition and extent of stream-side vegetation influences how well a riparian area functions and hence has a major impact on the state of the streams.
Read Resource Lacebark | Hoheria populnea
The composition and extent of stream-side vegetation influences how well a riparian area functions and hence has a major impact on the state of the streams.
Read Resource Lemonwood | Pittosporum eugenioides
The composition and extent of stream-side vegetation influences how well a riparian area functions and hence has a major impact on the state of the streams.
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Maintaining Remnant Bush on Farm (and so much more) with David Norton
Tim Dangen talks with David Norton about managing remnant bush on farm. David is a professor emeritus at the University of Canterbury and an expert in sustainable farm management, who works with farmers and catchment groups to integrate pastoral farming and biodiversity values.
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Making Room for Native Animals with Danielle Shanahan
Tim Dangen sat down with native animal expert Danielle Shanahan to talk about how to help our native species thrive on farm. Danielle is the CEO of Zealandia Te MÄra a TÄne, an eco-sanctuary in Wellington and has lots of experience with how to make room for native animals in a farming landscape.
Listen Resource Mapou | Myrsine australis
The composition and extent of stream-side vegetation influences how well a riparian area functions and hence has a major impact on the state of the streams.
Read Resource Matai | Prumnopitys taxifolia
The composition and extent of stream-side vegetation influences how well a riparian area functions and hence has a major impact on the state of the streams.
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Merlin Bird ID
An app to identify birds that you find around your farm based on photos, visuals, or sounds.
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Reasons for planting native trees include the enhancement of plant and animal biodiversity for conservation, establishment of a native cover on erosion-prone sites, improvement of water quality by revegetation of riparian areas and management for production of high quality timber
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Month by month calendar of plants for native birds
This calendar is about halfway down this page, and shows shows when over the year, different plants will provide nectar, fruit or seeds for native birds. (Kereru image courtesy of: ngamanu.org.nz)
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National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020
This National Policy Statement was approved by the Governor-General under section 52(2) of the Resource Management Act 1991 on 3 August 2020, and is published by the Minister for the Environment under section 54 of that Act. This National Policy Statement replaces the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2014 (as amended in 2017), which […]
Read Resource Native fish in the Waikato River
PDF of native fish in the Waikato river, both in English and Te Reo MÄori
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Native forest restoration guide
We can all be part of protecting, restoring and connecting Aucklandâs biodiversity
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Native plant communities of the Canterbury Plains
This booklet is designed to help people on the Canterbury Plains protect and restore the native plant communities once thriving in the area. It aims to improve awareness of the different native plant communities once dominating the plains and of the important remnants. Included are inspirational examples of restoration work that has been carried out […]
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Native vegetation on sheep and beef farms
Beef + Lamb New Zealand commissioned a desktop assessment using satellite imagery of the amount of native vegetation, and especially native forest, occurring on sheep and beef farms in New Zealand
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New Zealand Birds online
An encyclopedia of New Zealand birds. Can help with identifying birds and learning which birds might be in your area.
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NZ Constructed Wetland Planting guidelines
During the last 10-15 years, constructed wetlands have become an increasingly popular option for upgrading waste stabilisation ponds and other wastewater treatment plants around New Zealand (Tanner et al., 2000; Tanner and Sukias, 2003). This has been encouraged by their comparatively low construction and operating costs, perceived “naturalness”, and provision of ancillary benefits, such as […]
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Photo-point Monitoring
Although not quantitative, photo-points provide a relatively simple and objective tool for tracking change in vegetation through time. Photo-points are widely used by organisations such as the QEII National Trust to document changes in vegetation cover in covenants
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Planting for stream health
A short guide for farmers to learn about riparian planting and how it can improve the health of waterways
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Planting List for Planting Under Pivots in Irrigated Pasture
A list of species to plant under pivots in irrigate pasture
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Planting Native Vegetation on Farm with Adam Thompson
This week, Tim Dangen sat down with restoration planting expert Adam Thompson. Adam is a beef farmer and the owner of native plant nursery, Restore Native. He grows native plants primarily for planting on farms, so he has lots of experience helping farmers to restore areas of native bush on their farms.
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Planting Pattern and Density for Natives on Open Sites
Many planting programmes using natives involve the establishment of trees and shrubs on an open site, usually, grassland recently retired from grazing. Choice of planting pattern and density can vary from high to low densities, from mixed to single species plantations, or from rigid line planting to flexible placement of plants
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Planting Techniques for Natives
Using the correct planting techniques for establishing natives is critical to the success of any planting project. Good planting practice along with thorough site preparation, appropriate matching of species to each site, use of high-quality planting stock and a consistent maintenance programme, all contribute to long-term survival, good growth rate and vigour of planted native […]
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Predator Free 2050 | Practical guide to trapping
Aotearoa New Zealandâs unique and ancient native species of plants and animals will be safe from extinction and flourishing once more, if our lands are free of predators.
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Predator Free Bay of Plenty | Educational Resources
This Predator Free BOP education resource has been designed as a guide to developing lessons for your students
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Predator Traps | Doc Series trapping systems
The Doc 200 has passed âdraftâ NAWAC (National Animal Welfare Advisory Committee)guidelines as a humane kill trap for stoats, rats and hedgehogs. These setting instructions must be followed to meet these guidelines
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Progressing the consideration of indigenous biodiversity in farm planning processes in New Zealand
Farm planning processes have long been based on land evaluation, and although this analysis conceptually includes other biotic and abiotic factors beyond just land, they have typically focused on soils and land-use capability
Read Resource Puriri | Vitex lucens
Reasons for planting native trees include the enhancement of plant and animal biodiversity for conservation, establishment of a native cover on erosion-prone sites, improvement of water quality by revegetation of riparian areas and management for production of high quality timber
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Rapid Habitat Assessement Protocol
Cawthron, in partnership with councils across New Zealand, has developed a Rapid Habitat Assessment (RHA) protocol to support the work of regional councils and citizen scientists in monitoring stream habitat.
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Regional FAQ: Canterbury
From extensive dunelands, fertile lowland plains, rugged inland valleys to subalpine zones â this region sees a wide variance in climate, soil and land use. Planting projects within urban Christchurch have been occurring for many years and so there is a sound grasp of ecological knowledge
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Restoration Planting
A one-page guide to help farmers restore native vegetation on their farm
Read Resource Rewarewa | Knightia excelsa
The composition and extent of stream-side vegetation influences how well a riparian area functions and hence has a major impact on the state of the streams
Read Resource Rimu | Dacrydiym cupressinum
Reasons for planting native trees include the enhancement of plant and animal biodiversity for conservation, establishment of a native cover on erosion-prone sites, improvement of water quality by revegetation of riparian areas and management for production of high quality timber
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Space invaders: A review of how NZ manages weeds that threaten native ecosystems
This report asks whether we are doing the best job we can to manage the risks exotic plants pose to our native ecosystems. At its core, the report reviews the way in which central and regional government agencies go about the business of tackling native ecosystem weeds under the Biosecurity Act 1993
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Species Invasions and the limits to restoration: Learning from the New Zealand experience
Species invasions impose key biotic thresholds limiting the success of ecological restoration projects
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Spraying for weed control in riparian margins
Good weed control in the establishment phase is essential for the success of riparian planting. Weeds must be eliminated to remove competition with the plants for light, nutrients and moisture. Not only does weed control increase survival; it also promotes early growth
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Start Regenerating Nature
Aotearoa’s unique biodiversity Due to its relative isolation, this country has incredible biodiversity. There are an estimated 80,000 species of native animals, plants and fungi found only here. This biodiversity is at risk. Three quarters of New Zealandâs bush has been cut down and 90% of the wetlands have been drained to create farmland, towns […]
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Starter’s guide to predator control on farms
Introduced predators (rats, mice, possums, stoats, ferrets and weasels) create havoc on farms. They eat crops, spread diseases including bovine TB and Leptospirosis, damage equipment, and harm native plants and wildlife. They also breed fast: one pregnant rat can result in 400 more rats in just six months.
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Stream Health Monitoring and Assessment Kit Videos
In 2018, NIWA, in collaboration with Nelson City Council, Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC), Auckland Council (AC) and Northland Regional Council (NRC) developed a series of instructional videos for monitoring stream health
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Te reo – What is Biodiversity?
“What is Biodiversity?” animation now in te reo. Learn about what biodiversity is and why it is important.
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The Economics of Biodiversity with David Hall
This week, Tim Dangen sat down with climate economics expert Dr David Hall. David is a researcher who studies climate policy, climate finance, and land-use, among other topics. He is also the Climate Policy Director at Toha, which is helping to build an economic market for investment in land regeneration.
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The Effects of Introduced Wild Animals on New Zealand Forests
Although New Zealand lacks native terrestrial mammals (except for two species of bats), more than 50 species of mammals have been introduced by human beings and have become established since the late eighteenth century
Read Resource Titoki | Alectryon excelsus
Reasons for planting native trees include the enhancement of plant and animal biodiversity for conservation, establishment of a native cover on erosion-prone sites, improvement of water quality by revegetation of riparian areas and management for production of high quality timber
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Top tips for successful native planting
A few tips to help farmers to establish native plantings
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Reasons for planting native trees include the enhancement of plant and animal biodiversity for conservation, establishment of a native cover on erosion-prone sites, improvement of water quality by revegetation of riparian areas and management for production of high quality timber
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Trap.nz
An application to keep track of predator control efforts by recording trap, bait, monitoring, and biodiversity data. Also find information about and join up with other predator control projects.
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Trapping and Baiting on Farms
Introduced predators create havoc on farms. They eat crops, spread disease including bovine TB and Leptospirosis, damage equipment, and harm native plants and wildlife.
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Trapping Network
Whether you’re doing rat control for conservation or to protect domestic sites, the best results are achieved when you have a network of devices in place
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The composition and extent of stream-side vegetation influences how well a riparian area functions and hence has a major impact on the state of the streams.
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Using non-bee and bee pollinator-plant species
Using non-bee and bee pollinator-plant species interactions to design diverse plantings benefiting crop pollination services
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Weedbusting Guide
A guide to recognising and controlling invasive weeds. Through this, you will recognise weeds, prevent weeds from establishing, control weeds and dispose of weed waste wisely
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Wetland Planting Guide
Different places, different plants. No two wetlands are exactly alike. The look of a wetland and its mix of plants and animals will vary with local conditions (e.g.climate, water flow, altitude and substrate). Several different types of plant/animal communities may be present in larger wetlands and all wetlands may change over time as environmental conditions […]
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What is mahinga kai?
This guide defines what mahinga kai is and describes some ways that farmers can work to protect mahinga kai on farm
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What is Native Biodiversity?
What is biodiversity and why is it important? Read this one pager to learn more.
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Willows and Alders
Your guide to managing these trees in Waikato wetlands and waterways
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Would you like more native birds on your farm?
A guide for farmers to create bird-friendly habitats on farm
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