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from the Co-Chairs
It is with satisfaction that the Waikato River Authority, in
accordance with its establishing legislation, presents the first
Five Year Report to the Crown and Waikato river iwi on the
effectiveness and achievements of the Authority.
This is one of the most important milestones for the Authority since it became
operational on 25 November 2010, following on from Treaty of Waitangi
settlement legislation.
In introducing this report we look back on the two main aspects of the role of
the Authority. Firstly, this is to ensure and implement an effective Vision and
Strategy for the future health and wellbeing of the Waikato and Waipa rivers;
and secondly, to fund clean-up initiatives through the Authority’s role as the
sole trustee of the Waikato River Clean-up Trust.
The unique relationship between the Crown and Waikato River iwi that has
been embodied in the establishment of the Authority has meant a successful
start to the considerable task ahead of restoring and protecting the rivers.
In this first five years, the Waikato River Authority has ensured the special
partnership has been underpinned with funding to allow comprehensive
future planning and clean-up project delivery.
Foreword
Restoring and protecting the health and wellbeing of the Waikato River
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