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Located near the bottom of the Manawatū River, upstream of the Oroua confluence, this area is valued as a nesting habitat for Dotterel and is a locally significant trout fishery. The Manawatū River, from the confluence with the Pohangina River is also recognised as being of cultural significance for...

This monitoring site is located in Palmerston North on the Bridal Track near the Fitzherbert Bridge. It is a very popular track for walking and biking and is well used by the community.  This site was also monitored by NIWA up until December 2015 and is one of the original National River Water Quali...

This site is located on the Manawatū River south-east of Longburn. The Manawatū River, from the confluence with the Pohangina River is recognised as being of cultural significance for Rangitāne O Manawatū and is valued as a bird nesting habitat for dotterel and for trout fishing. Land use in the cat...

This fantastic spot is located at Ferry Reserve on the Ashhurst end of Te Āpiti – Manawatū Gorge. The reserve has become a popular place for picnickers and campers thanks to continual additions to its environment and facilities. Picnic tables have been added, toilets are available, BBQs will soon be...

This site is monitored by NIWA and is one of the original National River Water Quality Network (NRWQN) sites dating back to 1989.

Located at the saltwater wedge on the Manawatū River, this spot is popular for fishing and boating.

The Horizons Region covers a vast area with a diverse landscape. In fact, at 22,215 square kilometres, it makes up 8 per cent of the nation's landmass. The Region covers a large part of the central to lower North Island, stretching from Ruapehu to Horowhenua and across to Tararua. It is home to vari...

The Mandamus River is a hill-fed river with it's headwaters orginating from the southern side of the Organ Range. It is a tributary of the Hurunui River. Water quality and macroinvertebrates are collected upstream of the Tekoa Road bridge.

The Mangaaruhe River at Riverina Rd site is a HBRC fresh water quality and ecology monitoring site.

The Mangaehu River is one of Taranaki's largest hill country catchments. Dry stock farming (35%) and native forest (45%) are the predominant land uses. This tributary of the Pātea River holds special value for Ngāti Maru and Ngāti Ruanui iwi.

Poplar Reserve is affectionately named so, and is actually part of the road reserve on Makomako Road. It is a lovely tree lined, secluded spot perfect on those hot summer days.Drive into the area and walk down to the river with a pre-packed picnic and you’ve got a perfect family friendly activity. T...

The Mangakahia River originates in native bush near Waipoua Forest and flows southwest until it reaches the Wairua River. This site was monitored by NIWA up until December 2020 and is one of the original National River Water Quality Network (NRWQN) sites dating back to 1989. It is now monitored by N...