Open SpaceTM magazine
Check out the QEII Open Space magazine, March 2010 (PDF 2.5MB)
Download March 2010 articles:
Gisborne: Fencing a water catchment
Tararua: Replacing ineffective fencing
Covenants protecting Olearia shrubland and moths dependent on Olearia shrubs
Forest fragments: Objectives of restoration and management
Kaharoa Kokako: Amplifying New Zealand's original song
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Next issue: Late July 2010
Taupo Swamp
Wellington
Taupo Swamp is a 30 hectare swamp protected by QEII covenant.
Harakeke, the native flax once used extensively for fibre, is a feature. Although once widespread, few wetlands remain in the region.
The swamp is easily seen when travelling on State Highway 1.
Taupo Swamp is bordered by a walkway and cycleway connecting the seaside settlements of Plimmerton and Pukerua Bay. Parking is available.
Location: Adjacent to State Highway 1, 26km north of Wellington.
For a location map visit www.ourfuture.net.nz
Find out more about Taupo Swamp
Download Taupo Swamp history and biodiversity (PDF 2.4MB)
Download Taupo Swamp history and biodiversity (low-res version) (PDF 600KB)
Download Taupo Swamp biodiversity poster (JPG 1.5MB)
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What's New
- Sir Brian Lochore thanks Nelson and Tasman covenantors
- 2010 QEII Athol Patterson Bursary awarded
- Landcare Research - your input requested on pest management
- New brochure: Protecting wetlands with QEII covenants
- Carbon credits
Kiwi at Tui Glen

Looking after kiwi at Tui Glen farm near Whangarei.
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Brochures
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Frequently asked questions about open space covenants |
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Assisting landowners to protect special features on their land Download PDF, 222KB |
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QEII covenants: Protecting and enhancing wetlands on private land |


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