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Freshwater scientists call for clean waterways

In the News  |  Published: 07 December 201207 December 2012

Freshwater scientists are speaking out about the state of New Zealand rivers and lakes and the impact of land intensification.  […]

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‘Beyond the limits’ Freshwater scientists speak out

Expert Q&A  |  Published: 03 December 201224 February 2014

Is current intensification of land use damaging our waterways beyond repair?  Deteriorating water quality and arguments over access to water […]

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Water quality report – scientists respond

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 20 March 201221 March 2012

A report that aims to provide scientific context for the divisive issue of water quality in New Zealand is being […]

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Dr Mike Joy on ‘Clean & Green’ NZ

Reflections on Science  |  Published: 26 January 201226 January 2012

Dr Mike Joy, Senior Lecturer in Ecology and Environmental Science at Massey University, chastises New Zealand for not walking the […]

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Science clear on freshwater quality and trout

In the News  |  Published: 06 July 201106 July 2011

Following claims that trout are responsible for the decline in New Zealand’s freshwater quality, scientists stepped forward to set the […]

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Are trout to blame for declining water quality?

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 05 July 201105 July 2011

UPDATED: Scientists are questioning statements by a prominent dairy industry representative, suggesting trout are a ‘disastrous species’ — no better […]

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Rod Oram on freshwater policy

Reflections on Science  |  Published: 16 May 201116 May 2011

The government’s latest plans for freshwater quality and irrigation have made some progress towards a more environmental national policy on […]

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