Understanding our river, strengthening our communities |
Community hui
Join us for hui of learning, connection, and kōrero as we explore the dynamic story of the Motueka River—from the mountains to the sea (ki uta ki tai). This event brings together experts, community voices, and river guardians to deepen our understanding of the river’s past, present, and future, with discussions about planning for community resilience to future flood impacts.
🗓️ Date: Thursday 18 September
📍 Location: 75 Thorpe-Orinoco Road, Ngātimoti, Mahakaruna Farm
⏰ Time: 11.30am - 4pm
🌿 What to Expect:
River Morphology – Discover how the river’s shape and flow have evolved over time.
Flood Resilience – Learn about strategies for adapting to and mitigating flood risks.
Historical River Management – Reflect on past interventions and their long-term impacts.
Water Conservation Order – Understand the legal protections in place and what they mean for the river’s future.
Ki Uta Ki Tai – Explore the holistic Māori worldview of connectedness from source to sea.
Flood Resilience – Learn about strategies for adapting to and mitigating flood risks.
Historical River Management – Reflect on past interventions and their long-term impacts.
Water Conservation Order – Understand the legal protections in place and what they mean for the river’s future.
Ki Uta Ki Tai – Explore the holistic Māori worldview of connectedness from source to sea.
🎤 Speakers & Sessions:
Dayveen Stephens (Ngāti Tama, and co-chair of MCC)
Neil Deans (Ngāti Koata)
John Ellis (Contractor, TDC)
Mike Harvey (River Geomorphologist)
Trevor James (Principal Scientist, TDC)
Alastair Clement (Team Leader, Natural Hazards and Geomorphology, TDC)
Seb Den Doncker (Stream & River Consultants)
Neil Deans (Ngāti Koata)
John Ellis (Contractor, TDC)
Mike Harvey (River Geomorphologist)
Trevor James (Principal Scientist, TDC)
Alastair Clement (Team Leader, Natural Hazards and Geomorphology, TDC)
Seb Den Doncker (Stream & River Consultants)
🧺 Light lunch and refreshments provided.