Post by Kiwi Frontline on Oct 6, 2023 4:15:33 GMT 12
GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES SIX NEW SOUTH ISLAND MARINE RESERVES
The government has announced plans for six new marine reserves between Timaru and the Catlins, expected to come into force in the middle of next year
Provisions had also been made for Kāi Tahu to continue to access the marine reserve areas for retrieving koiwi tākata (ancestral remains), artefacts and marine mammal remains, and carrying out practices that enhanced their mātauraka Māori (traditional knowledge), and they would continue to manage the reserves alongside the Department of Conservation, she said.
"I acknowledge Kāi Tahu - as kaitiaki for this spectacular coast - for their engagement in the shaping of the new marine reserves."
In a statement, Kāi Tahu welcomed the announcement, saying it reflected the cultural significance of the moana.....
www.rnz.co.nz/news/election-2023/499457/government-announces-six-new-south-island-marine-reserves
The government has announced plans for six new marine reserves between Timaru and the Catlins, expected to come into force in the middle of next year
Provisions had also been made for Kāi Tahu to continue to access the marine reserve areas for retrieving koiwi tākata (ancestral remains), artefacts and marine mammal remains, and carrying out practices that enhanced their mātauraka Māori (traditional knowledge), and they would continue to manage the reserves alongside the Department of Conservation, she said.
"I acknowledge Kāi Tahu - as kaitiaki for this spectacular coast - for their engagement in the shaping of the new marine reserves."
In a statement, Kāi Tahu welcomed the announcement, saying it reflected the cultural significance of the moana.....
www.rnz.co.nz/news/election-2023/499457/government-announces-six-new-south-island-marine-reserves