2023 Tarawera River Speed Uplifting Option One
Status Quo (Current Situation)
A speed uplifting applies to all navigable waters of the Tarawera River upstream of the Pacific Coast Highway Bridge.
Feedback so far
So far, we have received 33 pieces of feedback on this topic. We are now moving into our second phase of consultation. Check out the options below and let us know what one you prefer.
Tarawera River Speed Uplifting
There are no speed limits for watercraft on the Tarawera River upstream of the State Highway 2 bridge. Health and safety concerns have been raised by communities who swim in this part of the river. We are seeking feedback on removing the speed uplifting rule within the Tarawera River from the State Highway 34 bridge to the outlet of Lake Tarawera.
This would mean that the maximum speed watercraft could travel in this stretch of river is 5 knots. The rules would provide more safety for people swimming in the river.
Take a look at the options below, let us know which one you prefer and why.
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2023 Tarawera River Speed Uplifting Option Two
Apply a 5 knot rule through the Kawerau township
A speed uplifting applies to all navigable waters of the Tarawera River downstream of the State Highway 34 Bridge. From the State Highway 34 bridge to the lake side of the Kawerau golf course a maximum speed of 5 knots only is allowed. Watercraft can go up to 5 knots in the most direct route through the area giving swimmers as much space as possible.
