water sensitive design

Low impact design review for Tasman and Nelson

Low impact design review for Tasman and Nelson

By Jennifer Howe

Morphum Environmental and Landcare Research have recently collaborated to deliver a guidance document to Nelson City Council and Tasman District Council, which addresses the application of low impact design (LID) in the Tasman and Nelson regions.

Wellington’s urban water management: the hidden impacts of a dry spell

Wellington’s urban water management: the hidden impacts of a dry spell

By Stu Farrant

At a time when flows in our rivers and streams are already low, and the incidence of potentially toxic algal blooms is making headlines, there is a build-up of a cocktail of contaminants on roads, carparks, driveways and roofs, ready to be discharged as a plug come the next rain event.