The Lake Tekapo/Takapō Regional Park is an important asset for the Mackenzie district. Unfortunately, many of the trees in the park need to be replaced as they are a source of pest tree seeds. Environment Canterbury (ECan) have developed a plan to address this issue and enhance the park’s recreational and cultural values.
On Tuesday 21 February and Wednesday 22 February 2023, ECan will hold community meetings about the proposed future development of Lake Tekapo/Takapō Regional Park. The meetings will be held at Lake Tekapo Community Hall, 8 Aorangi Crescent.
After a short presentation from ECan staff, you will have an opportunity to ask questions, share suggestions, and discuss how you would like to be involved in the development of the park.
Over 2022, ECan Parks & Forests, Biosecurity, and Biodiversity teams worked on a plan to remove pest species like wilding conifers and replant areas of the park with a mixture of exotic and native trees and plants.
Working in partnership with Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua, ECan have created an exciting plan that will reintroduce some native plant species that were present in Takapō prior to European settlement.
ECan has also worked with Mackenzie District Council, the Lake Tekapo Recreation Society, Wilding Free Mackenzie, and other stakeholders to ensure our plans meet the needs of the community, landowners, and businesses.
Community meetings
When
- Tuesday 21 February, 7:00pm
- Wednesday 22 February, 10:30am
Where
Lake Tekapo Community Hall,
8 Aorangi Crescent, Tekapo
Not able to attend the meetings?
You can ask questions and share feedback about plans for the park online at haveyoursay.ecan.govt.nz.