Location: Deadman's Bridge to Lowburn Bridge
Distance: 4.8km
In March 2021, LDCT received funding from LINZ as part of 'jobs for nature' and $500,000 will be invested in our ‘Bridge to Bridge’ restoration project. This project is focussed on restoring native species and improving recreational activities/use from Lowburn Bridge to Deadman’s bridge.
This project that will take many years to complete with most of the work occurring in the first year. In the following years will will continue to improve the area with further planting and maintenance.
This project that will take many years to complete with most of the work occurring in the first year. In the following years will will continue to improve the area with further planting and maintenance.
Timeline
March 2021
April 2021
Choosing the location
The shoreline between Deadman’s bridge and Lowburn bridge was chosen at it is a high use area that desperately needs restoration of both its recreational use and biodiversity. This section of Lake Dunstan is important for swimming, boating and families; especially in the summer months. It has seen much soil degradation and ecosystem lose due to rabbits, poor management and weeds.
The shoreline between Deadman’s bridge and Lowburn bridge was chosen at it is a high use area that desperately needs restoration of both its recreational use and biodiversity. This section of Lake Dunstan is important for swimming, boating and families; especially in the summer months. It has seen much soil degradation and ecosystem lose due to rabbits, poor management and weeds.
