Advocates for the Tongariro River

Advocate 26/8

eric — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 04:29:17 +0000

Welcome all, members and interested parties. It has been a busy period for the Advocates for the Tongariro River (AFTR). Topics covered in this blog are : AFTR submission on the Natural Environment and Planning Bill Subsequent letter to Ministers following the lack of engagement over proposed amendments Aerial Survey of the Tongariro River 2026 […]

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Advocate 26/5

Sam Coxhead — Mon, 04 May 2026 03:04:59 +0000

Advocates for the Tongariro River – Autumn Update The Tongariro River remains one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most iconic and valued waterways. As anglers, locals, and advocates will be well aware, the river is both resilient and vulnerable. The past few months have once again highlighted why continued advocacy, collaboration, and vigilance are essential in protecting this taonga for […]

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Advocate 26/2

Sam Coxhead — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:04:46 +0000

Hi All, The Advocates has prepared and made a submission on the proposed Natural Environment and Planning Bills. Advocates Chair Carl Bergstrom has spearheaded the effort to make sure the environment for trout and salmon are accounted for in this new legislation. It seems probable that the Advocates will be making an oral submissiom as […]

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Advocate 25/12 Merry Christmas

eric — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 03:48:20 +0000

Hi All, Advocates for the Tongariro River: Protecting Our Taonga for Future Generations The Tongariro River is more than a waterway—it’s a living treasure, a source of recreation, biodiversity, and cultural significance. For decades, the Advocates for the Tongariro River (AFTR) have worked tirelessly to safeguard this vital ecosystem. As we close out another year, it’s worth reflecting on their […]

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Advocate 25/9

Sam Coxhead — Sun, 07 Sep 2025 01:33:46 +0000

Hi All, Whether it is maintaining, improving and initiating a new, river access is an ongoing topic of conversation with regards to the Tongariro. The dynamic nature of the river means that following material weather events, access to the river changes. Following this years earlier flood events, you will have noticed material changes in the […]

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