Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere State of the Lake

Edited by K. Hughey and K. Taylor, published 2009.

This publication, produced with assistance from the Biodiversity Advice Fund, Environment Canterbury, Department of Conservation, Fish & Game NZ, Selwyn District Council and Christchurch City Council,  draws together the key findings of the Living Lake Symposium held in 2007. The chapters can be downloaded here.

Lake Access Brochure

This brochure, published in 2008 with assistance from the Biodiversity Advice Fund and Environment Canterbury, provides an overview of the ecology, recreational use, Lake management and history of the Lake.  A map of the Lake indicates the key access points, roads, tracks and reserves.  The brochure can be downloaded here (2MB), and is also available from  libraries or by contacting us.