Research & Development 2006 - 2007
Organisation: Ngapuhi Fisheries Ltd
Title of Project: Tuna population survey of Lake Omapere and the Utakura River
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This research aims to empower Ngapuhi to better manage, protect and enhance their eel fishery and has been coordinated in partnership with Te Runanga o Whangaroa, Ngati Hine and others to begin the process of understanding the spatial distribution, abundance and growth of tuna in Te Tai Tokerau. The information gained will assist Ngapuhi to develop their commercial and customary management strategies for eels. Download PDF »
Organisation: Poukawa Lake Trust
Title of Project: The eel (tuna) stocks of Lake Poukawa, Hawkes Bay
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This research will contribute further to the knowledge base of whanau and hapu that already manage the lake to ensure long term sustainability of the lake for the eel stocks. Based on previous NIWA research, Trustees have implemented a number of practical initiatives such as fencing the entire parameter to prevent degradation of raupo. To assess indicators of well being of the shortfin eel population of Lake Poukawa and review management practices of the lake. This is following research conducted ten years ago on the sustainability of eels stocks. Download PDF »
Organisation: Te Aitanga a Mahaki Asset Holding Company
Title of Project: Upstream Migration of glass eels in the Waipaoa River 2007
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Te Aitanga a Mahaki overall goal is the restoration of the mauri to Waipaoa River. This group has been committed to achieving this goal through the various projects that they have completed over the last 5 years. This has ranged from marae based training to projects funded under the Ministry of Fisheries sustainable research fund. This project will enhance an already strong knowledge base around eel abundance within this catchment and will assist Te Aitanga a Mahaki to implement eel management initiatives. Members of Te Aitanga a Mahaki have already been involved in previous research on the Waipaoa River and have been involved in customary training programmes.
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Organisation: Lake Whakaki Trust
Title of Project: Nga Matauranga Me Nga Tikanga eco Research Project
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This project examined the ecosystems that make up the food resources for the fish and bird population of the Whakaki Lake Wetlands. This information will result in a comprehensive database of aquatic life forms present and provide Trustees information to implement sustainable management initiatives for the future well being of Whakaki Lake. Download PDF »
Organisation: Te Urumingi Whanau Trust
Title of Project: Te Urumingi Ahu Whenua Tuna Farm Project
This project is focussed on researching the feasibility of establishing a tuna farm at Pungarehu Marae. The research prioritised for whanau and hapu what the benefits are of establishing a farm.