Proposed $2.6m plan to permanently link Wairewa Lake to the sea

RNZThe PressTuesday 16 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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A $2.6 million proposal has been presented to Christchurch city councillors to permanently connect Wairewa Lake (Forsyth) to the ocean. Developed by Wairewa Rūnanga, Christchurch City Council, and Environment Canterbury, the plan aims to improve water quality and reduce flooding risks.

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First reported by RNZ, Tue 16 Sep 2025, 4:35pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 12 hours
  1. RNZRNZ

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  2. The PressThe Press

    New $2.6m plan to permanently link Banks Peninsula lake to sea (opens in new tab)