Aer rvey of Aupōuri aquifer beg
An aerial survey of Te Hiku wil egin this month, part of a Aupōuri aqui udy that aims to increase
o the precious water source and help ensure it is used sustainably. Aerial electromagnetic (AEM) surveying will be conducted from Ahipara to Cape Rēinga and is a key part of the communityinitiated Te Hiku Water Study. The survey will take up to two months to complete. Te Hiku Water Study project team represents iwi, the community, landowners and councils. The project is using a combination of helicopter surveys and drilling of groundwater bores to build a better picture of the Aupōuri aquifer. The goal is to help identify the best ways of balancing environmental protection with increased water demand for drinking and agriculture, as well as coping with drought events. The survey will not gather images or information on anything
above the ground. Helicopter flights will be subje to suitable weather conditions. Go to the a Intel website www.aquaintel.co.nz/northl to find out where flights will be conducte ch day.