Waitaki River works
Sir, —Despite statements from the Ministry of Works that so far the good has outweighed the bad, the fact remains that the construction of a road down the riverbed for hydro investigation works is only the first step in the destruction of a great natural resource. The road has cut through previously inaccessible wet lands causing the departure of water fowl resenting the human intrusion. Although most significant streams have been bridged, the fishing has inevitably deteriorated and experienced fishermen are very strong on this point. These investigation works are a reminder to the public that yet another of our great braided shingle bed rivers is facing destruction. Environmental reporting procedures have not been deemed necessary, and the damage is done. An environmental impact report carried out now would clearly show the extent of the disturbance on fish and wildlife. — Yours, etC " P. J. STUDHOLME, Deputy Chairman, Waitaki Preservation Committee. October 22, 1977.
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