The Estuary — home of the birds
The Avon-Heathcote Estuary and its abundant wildlife, was well known to the Maoris, who fished and hunted there for centuries before the first Europeans settled in the early 1840 s. Today the Estuary has assumed national importance because of the diversity and abundance of the animals and birds which use it either as a nursery ground, or as part of theii- migratory cycle. The Estuary also supports a high level of diverse recreational activities, so far without seriously prejudicing its ability to support wildlife, and conservationists are anxious that this shall remain the case. •
For its part, the Christchurch City Council is well aware of the need to maintain the natural balance and has commissioned a survey, released this year, “Planning for the Avon-Heathcote Estuary,” which examines in depth the resources,, activities and values of the area. This will provide the guidelines for the future. Members of the council know, that the Estuary is a finite resource, which requires careful management, if its values are to be maintained and enhanced in the years ahead.
Pictures by DAVID CHARTERIS, a sial photographer
The Estuary — home of the birds
Press, 9 July 1980, Page 28
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