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Manawa Wetland Restoration


Project: Manawa Wetland Restoration
Client:
Waitakere City Council
Date:
September 2007
Contract:
Weed Control and Restoration
Location:
New Lynn, Waitakere
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Manawa_Extensive_Weed_Control_Works.JPGWorks Overview

Wetland Solutions were the successful party in securing the Tender for Works for the Weed Control and Restoration of the Manawa Wetland and Amenity Reserve, based in New Lynn for Waitakere City Council.

Works included:
  • Extensive weed eradication
  • Wetland and revegetation planting
  • Plant supply (5,900)

Background

The Manawa Wetland and Stream are a significant amenity in the Waitakere region and form an important link from the Waitakere foothills to the Waitemata Harbour. 


Purpose
  • This project was set up to control environmental weeds at the site and plant eco-sourced native plants to aid restoration.

  • The ultimate aim was to increase biodiversity, the provision of natural habitat for native fauna and to increase recreational, educational, scientific, aesthetic and cultural values for the wider community.

Scope
  • Stage 1 - Weed control

  • Stage 2 - Implement Planting Plan


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 Prior to weed control    
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 Extensive weed control    
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Newly planted area  



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