The
Advocates for the Tongariro is a group dedicated to preserving and
enhancing the Tongariro River and its fisheries.
Its work includes holding public meetings and
discussion groups on current issues, such as the proposed subdivison
near the Mangamawhitiwhiti Stream, prevention of didymo, and concerns
about reduced trout numbers, size and condition.
Membership is open to any supporters for a very
modest fee.
To become a member, please
send your name, contact details and a cheque for the subscription
fee. A membership application form is available at the Advocates
for the Tongariro River website.
Subscription fee:
$25 per year for one person
$30 for two or more people at the same address
$60 for associate
membership (clubs or societies)
Donations to help with the work of the group
are appreciated.
Please make your cheque out to: Advocates for
the Tongariro River Inc. and send it to the address above.
Current issues
that the Advocates are actively pursuing are:
The Waikato Regional Council is working to
clear the Hirangi Arm. This is the water that breaks from the
main stream in the area of the Swirl Pool and flows under normal
conditions as a small stream before re-entering the main stream
of the river on the True left at the top of the Reed Pool.
Prevention of didymo
Concerns about a reduction in trout size,
numbers and condition
