Edendale Aquifer Group
The Edendale Aquifer Group formed in early 2024, as a sub catchment of the Three Rivers Catchment Group. The Group remain in touch with the Three Rivers Group, and work together on wider projects.
The Edendale Aquifer Group covers the western side of Edendale, from the Mataura River, stretching to the Edendale Terraces.
Key Contact
Tim McRae
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Group coordinator
Tessa Miller
021 400 431
tessa@thrivingsouthland.co.nz
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The Edendale Aquifer Group are focused on understanding the movement, interactions, and monitoring of nutrient, particularly nitrogen through the Edendale landscape.
Date the CG started
Edendale Aquifer Group started in March 2024.
Types of people in the Group
The area is home to many land uses including dairy and sheep farming, alongside unique crops like tulips and potatoes. Large industrial areas are also present in the catchment boundaries including Fonterra and Daiken.
Projects underway
The Group are working on an exciting new project to explore the movement, interactions, and monitoring of nutrient, particularly nitrogen through the Edendale landscape. Keep an eye out for more information about events, learnings and next steps.