Protecting the values of the Inlet
Pāuatahanui Inlet
The only remaining large estuarine wetland in the lower half of the North Island of New Zealand.
It is classified as a ‘Site of Special Wildlife Interest‘ and an area of ‘Significant Conservation Value’.
But it is at risk, mainly from human activities in both the Inlet itself and throughout the whole catchment.
Guardians of Pāuatahanui Inlet
We are a registered charity. Everything we do advocates for the recognition and protection of the ecological, recreational and cultural values of the Inlet.
Learn all about the Guardians here.
GREAT NEWS – about the rig sharks
Thankfully, the situation reported on Tuesday 27 Jan. has been resolved.
Our colleagues in the Harbour Trust have advised that the people responsible for the death of 23 rig sharks and a stingray at Ration Point have been spoken to by Police and now know that their behaviour was totally wrong and must not be repeated.
GOPI is delighted with the quick resolution of this shocking incident and extend our thanks to Greater Wellington, the Police and to the locals for their powers of observation and for calling in the information.
Our website page on ‘Rig Shark‘ reinforces just how special this species is and that the Inlet is the main breeding ground and nursery for them. Set net and bottom trawling are illegal in Pāuatahanui Inlet.
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WAIORA : LIVING WATERS SERIES II
A promotional video
New Page – ROYAL SPOONBILL
Now included in the natural history of the Inlet is a page all about the iconic
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More members means more influence in promoting the community’s view on protection of the Inlet.
Please advise if this is useful and if you would like to include others in the list (pauainlet@gmail.com)
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