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Northland leader calling for Kai Iwi lakes to be closed

Northland leader calling for Kai Iwi lakes to be closed

Update: 2025-12-01
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A Northland leader is calling for the popular Kai Iwi lakes to be closed to boaties in the lead up to Christmas because of the threat of a highly invasive pest. The freshwater gold clam, which can clog water ways and compete with native species for food, was found in the Waikato river two years ago. But earlier this month the clams were discovered in New Plymouth's Rotomanu Lake  - the first time they've been confirmed outside of the Waikato River. Ric Parore who is from Te Kuihi and Te Roroa is calling for the lake to be closed to boats and spoke to Lisa Owen.
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Northland leader calling for Kai Iwi lakes to be closed

Northland leader calling for Kai Iwi lakes to be closed