The average level of Lake Ellesmere/Te Waihora as recorded Friday 3 September was 0.56 metres. The Lake is Open to the sea. The cut is still approximately 40-50m wide and the lake is effectively tidal. Monitoring of the situation will continue. Source: Environment Canterbury
Waifest We set up an information stall at the recent Waifest or Waterfest held annually at New Brighton Mall and took the opportunity to promote the Trust’s activities to a wider audience. The event was attended by a variety of interest groups and our participation was appreciated by the organisers. WET Day Out The annual [...]
In 2007 WET organised a Living Lake Symposium, hosted by Lincoln University and supported by iwi, local authorities and other agencies. 180 stakeholders attended to share information and to increase the understanding of the way various issues are impacting on the values associated with Te Waihora Lake Ellesmere. Details of that event and the key [...]
Lake Ellesmere - the full decision on opening the Lake in 2006
An overview of how to access the Lake, key points of interest and some insights into the stories of the Lake. Colour hard copies are available by emailing manager@wet.org.nz
A publication from the Living Lake Symposium 2007 is now available. You can purchase the full coloured book (limited copies) for $50 + GST + postage or they are available to download free as individual chapters from the Living Lakes Symposium 2007 page.
WET has also been successful in obtaining further funding to restore a Canterbury mudfish site. This funding runs for two years and is supported by World Wildlife Fund and the Community Conservation Fund (DOC).
Congratulations to Helen Thian for winning $150.00 worth of native plants. Our sincere thanks to everyone who sent their feedback and participated in the community outcomes process.
The 2009 WET Annual General Meeting will be held at the Hayward Room, John Burton Building, Lincoln University, on Monday, 21 September 2009, at 7pm. This meeting is open to all members of the Trust. All those interested in joining WET are also welcome. Inquiries, please email: manager@wet.org.nz
If you are involved in biodiversity restoration, then this is the event for you. Learn from the experts about fund raising, establishing a trust, effective planning, and successful plantings. Hear the theory and experience the practical at a set of workshops, field trips, and presentations over the 19th and 20th of September, 2009. Location: Department [...]
Lake is currently:CLOSED to the sea Latest lake level reading:0.83m msl recorded on July 17, 2023 READ MORE >>
