Southland has over 28 Catchment Groups, forming a network covering over 85% of the Southland region, and this network is expanding rapidly.

Three Rivers Catchment Group

The Three Rivers Catchment Group covers a range of rural towns and communities, including Wyndham, Edendale, Glenham, Seaward Downs and Mokoreta, and is named after the Mokoreta, Mimihau and Mataura rivers.

The Three Rivers Catchment Group is working with a range of stakeholders to lead the way in environmental practices and to educate and inform the community on environmental issues.

Number of members in the CG

50

Date the CG started

2015

Types of people in the group

The Catchment Group has a strong sheep, beef and dairy base, however they are also taking in Wyndham and Edendale Townships and have a close connection to Menzies College.

Projects completed

Wyndham Show, farmer panels, field days, public meetings, farm environmental planning, Wintering Options Field Day, Roger Dalrymple talk about benefits of Catchment Groups.