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National Water Conservation (Rakaia River) Order, 1988.

Country/Territory
New Zealand
Document type
Regulation
Date
1988 (2007)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Water, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Inland waters Water conservation zone Protection of habitats Management/conservation
Geographical area
Asia and the Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, Oceania, South Pacific
Entry into force notes
This Order enters into force 28 days after the date of its notification in the Gazette.
Abstract

This Order declares that the Rakaia River and its tributaries include and provide for an outstanding natural characteristic in the form of a braided river, an outstanding wildlife habitat above and below the Rakaia River Gorge, outstanding fisheries, and outstanding recreational, angling, and jet boating features.

Full text
English
Website
www.legislation.govt.nz

References - Legislation

Implements

Water and Soil Conservation Act 1967.

Legislation | New Zealand | 1968 (1985)

Keyword: Protected area, Soil conservation/soil improvement, Offences/penalties, Basic legislation, Freshwater resources management, Water conservation zone, Authorization/permit, Water quality standards, Freshwater pollution, Water rights, Institution, Access-to-information, Basin/catchment/watershed, Water abstraction, Effluent waste water/discharge, Servitude, Court/tribunal, Waterworks, Pollution control, Inland waters

Source: FAO, FAOLEX