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OUR MISSION

Working together for Te Wai o Pareira’s wellbeing

At River Care Group, we are on a mission to restore the wellbeing / mauri of Te Wai o Pareira

Our Vision

Te Wai o Pareira is a thriving awa, filled with diverse life, and connects the community to their place.

Our Mission

We connect locals to the awa, uniting efforts to safeguard and restore our cherished waterways.

Our Values

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Active Te Tiriti O Waitangi partnership

Honour and uplift aspirations of tangata whenua and mātāwaka Māori, committed to learning and embracing Te Ao Māori.

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Ko au te awa, ko te awa ko au

Prioritise the well-being of the awa in all actions. We are the health of our place.

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Collective decisions

Uphold respect, integrity, compassion, and transparency in all actions, making collective, inclusive decisions.

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Community led

Meaningfully engage with our community, facilitating opportunities to advocate for the awa.

OUR ACHIEVMENTS

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Public Meetings and Collaborative Hui

Held two successful public meetings attended by over 120 people, distributed 12,000+ flyers, and collaborated with local and central government politicians, local water sport clubs and conservation groups.

SafeSwim and Water Quality Testing Initiatives

Developed and contributed to SafeSwim modelling for Taipari and Chapman Strands, and trained volunteers to conduct continuous water quality testing after funding was secured from Foundation North.

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Structure and Dedication

Established RiverCare Te Wai o Pareira Trust, with formal monthly governance meetings, Incorporated Trust Status and registered charity accreditation.

Built strong relationships with local board, community groups, Iwi, Council agencies, Water Care, and other environmental groups.

Completed a 'Heat Map' to emphasize the urgency of addressing wastewater overflows in Te Wai o Pareira.

Making a Difference

2.5 Tonnes

Rubbish removed from the Whau River and Te Wai o Pareira

Conservation

Supported the formation of Te Taiao/Conservation Network

Tawa Esplanade

Initiated a reserve restoration and pest control project

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Restoring the mauri of Te Wai o Pareira

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