Orari River Protection Group

The purpose of the Orari River Protection Group is to prevent any degradation of the Orari River. One of the threats to the river is a proposed dam for an irrigation scheme, which  will destroy the natural character of the river.

Mission Statement 

• To protect the environmental and cultural integrity of the  Orari River  in its free flowing state
• To retain the gorge in its free-flowing state
• To retain the integrity of the river hydrology
• To maintain public access to the  Orari River  as an educational and recreational resource
• To advocate for greater protection of the upper  Orari River  and catchment in District and Regional plans
• To recognise the potential for over-allocation and advocate for the development of an Integrated Catchment Management plan.