6. What’s happening to Manukau streams? Sediment is the No. 1 pollutant in Auckland. Our fine clay soils need to be actively managed to avoid discharge to streams - reduces sunlight penetration plant & insect growth - coats bottom habitat and food sources - clogs gills If the water looks like this call the Pollution Hotline ph 3773107

7. Everyday Activities Are Potential Pollution Sources Accidents and carelessness can result in pollutants entering streams via stormwater systems.

8. Introduced pests and habitat destruction Aquatic weeds smother habitat, Gambusia enjoy our native fish and other stream life

10. 3/10 for fishing. But at least they were there in the first place! Sediment, weeds, food parcels for the hungry...

11. First line of defence Obstructions & dumping call Council 262 5104 Call the Water Pollution Hotline 377-3107 as soon as possible Let your Wai Care co-ordinator know – for follow-up

12. Wai Care groups can also help to: Restore habitat Organise and conduct stream clean ups Raise community awareness about local streams - e.g. mark stormwater grates Remove pest weeds and fish

13. Making the message stick! What are the main issues? What capacity is there (expertise, interests, skills, funding, community and other support?) to tackle these?

14. What might it all mean?