Milestones
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Prior to 2001 |
Two sites commenced: Meremere, Horahora. |
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2001 |
December |
Lower Waikato River Enhancement Society gained incorporation. |
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2002 |
June |
Small tree nursery established near Tuakau for site developments. |
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2003 |
May |
Two new sites commenced: Huntly A, Rangiriri A One site extended: Hakarimata A. |
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July |
Waikato RiverCare confirmed as trading name. |
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2004 |
June |
One new site commenced: Tuakau – Batkins Reserve. |
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July |
Gold “Pukeko” Award for Excellence – Waikato Business in the Environment awards. |
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2005 |
September |
Sponsorship Strategy devised and implemented. |
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2006 |
January |
Support confirmed from three major sponsors – Mighty River Power, Gallagher Group, and Watercare Services. |
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July |
One site extended: Ngaruawahia. |
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September |
One new site commenced: Private – Gedye, Pokeno. |
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November |
Three new sites commenced: Taupiri, Hakarimata B, Te Kokiri. |
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2007 |
February |
Financial support confirmed for Huntly B - Tumate Mahuta Drive. |
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March |
Part-time positions for administrator and project co-ordinator confirmed for 2007/8. |
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2008 |
July |
One new site commenced: Rangiriri B |
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August |
Taupiri site extended. |
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December |
Genesis Energy signed on as major sponsor. |
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3.25 hectares of riverbank was planted during winter. |