Farming and Rural Communities
protecting our rivers and
environments together
Mountains, ancient forests, wetlands, farmland…. The Manawatū river catchment is a unique network of tributaries – home to a thriving and diverse ecosystem.
From the east to the west, farmer-led catchment groups have joined forces and are on a mission to enhance and protect our waterways building a strong community network who are passionate about their environment with a mission to:
1 – Improve our waterways and environmental footprint
2 – Be custodians of the land for future use and generations
3 – Create thriving biodiversity free from pests and weeds
Our Core
Values
Maanaki whenua
Care of the land
Tangata ora
Healthy People
Awa ora
Healthy
River
Hapori ora
Thriving
Communities
The Manawatū River is a major river of the lower North Island. The river has its headwaters in the eastern slopes of the Ruahine Ranges northwest of Norsewood, then flows through the Manawatū Gorge, Palmerston North and across the Manawatū plains to the Tasman Sea at Foxton.
Keeping Current
Follow us and find out our latest initiatives
Old Man’s Beard in Makuri
Matthew Prior talks about looking after the Makuri Gorge for generations to come with the help of locals and farmers.
4,000 Natives into Wetland
4Ha and 3 years on, the community and local schools of Ihuraua-Upper Tiraumea take action to enhance the wetland with plantings.
Current Science Projects
MRCC is committed to involving our catchment groups in science-based research aimed at specific mitigation options to enhance water quality on farm.
The power of a catchment group
Cyclone Gabriella was a huge hit on the Pohangina area; catchment groups build social capital and social capital builds resilient communities.