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  • New technology brings data to life

    30 Mar 2023, 11:45 am

    Environment Southland staff are pioneering innovative technology to capture and share river flows using remote cameras and drone flights.

  • Riverton oil spill exercise tests Environment Southland response

    8 Mar 2023, 3:54 pm

  • Rainfall provides temporary relief to dry conditions

    22 Feb 2023, 5:37 pm

    While this week’s rain is a welcome reprieve for gardens, pastures and water tanks, it is likely to provide only temporary relief.

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    22 Feb 2023, 3:36 pm

    Environment Southland’s latest monitoring has found elevated levels of toxic algae at Waikaia River, at Waikaia.

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    14 Mar 2023, 1:41 pm

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    17 Feb 2023, 2:24 pm

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    16 Feb 2023, 3:44 pm

    Requesting quotes for the construction of two sediment traps (51m x 10m & 42m x 10m) and associated works, beside the Maher and Jordan Creeks (Waituna)

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