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IrrigationNZ Supports National’s Plan For Investment In Water Storage
Thursday, 14 September 2023, 2:01 pm | IrrigationNZ
IrrigationNZ is pleased to see the National Party’s announcement today to encourage greater investment in water storage for food production. “Investment in critical water storage has been stymied by complex consenting arrangements in New Zealand,” ... More >>
IrrigationNZ & Member Schemes Submit On RMA Replacement - Highlighting Need For New Law
Monday, 20 February 2023, 4:08 pm | IrrigationNZ
“As we look to adapt to a changing climate and build resilience in future farming, we need a resource management system that supports investment in, and development of, infrastructure that can handle extreme weather events and fluctuations, such ... More >>
IrrigationNZ calls for nationwide water strategy
Monday, 23 September 2019, 3:51 pm | IrrigationNZ
IrrigationNZ welcomes the Government’s Economic Plan for a productive, sustainable and inclusive economy released today, but says a comprehensive, nationwide strategy for New Zealand’s water is missing, and could underpin the country’s well-being. More >>
IrrigationNZ says Gov action for healthy waterways holistic
Thursday, 5 September 2019, 11:09 am | IrrigationNZ
IrrigationNZ is pleased to see the Government’s freshwater proposals do not apportion blame for waterway degradation solely on the primary sector – but rather is an all-encompassing solution which includes direction for urban development as well ... More >>
IrrigationNZ welcomes new Chief Executive
Wednesday, 19 December 2018, 1:17 pm | IrrigationNZ
IrrigationNZ has appointed Elizabeth Soal as its new Chief Executive. “IrrigationNZ has recently adopted a new strategy which focuses on creating an environment for the responsible use of water for food production. As part of the strategy we will ... More >>
River quality trends show progress
Thursday, 4 October 2018, 7:43 pm | IrrigationNZ
IrrigationNZ says the 10 year river quality trends data released by LAWA today shows progress is being made on river quality and that the wider adoption of Farm Environment Plans will lead to continuing improvements. More >>
No dam decision will hurt Tasman’s future
Tuesday, 28 August 2018, 7:44 pm | IrrigationNZ
IrrigationNZ says at a time when international investment in water storage is increasing, Tasman District Council’s decision not to support the development of Waimea Community Dam is short sighted and will negatively affect the local economy and residents. More >>
Confusion Reigns on Labour Party's 'No New Taxes' Pledge
Friday, 15 September 2017, 10:59 am | IrrigationNZ
Confusion reigns on 'no new taxes' pledge as water tax WOULD be introduced this term More >>
Farmer workshop advises how to irrigate for dry conditions
Friday, 30 September 2016, 10:42 am | IrrigationNZ
South Canterbury farmers have a chance to join a Pleasant Point workshop on Friday 14th October showing them how to irrigate efficiently to cope with dry conditions. More >>
Research focusing on wrong species
Friday, 17 June 2016, 3:54 pm | IrrigationNZ
IrrigationNZ says new research from the Cawthron Institute looking at the effects of river flows on fish focuses too much on “imported species” rather than native fish. More >>
