Te Karamu Stream Enhancement Project

Welcome to the Karamu Stream Enhancement Project 

What is the Karamu Project?

The Karamu Project is an ambitious and exciting long term project (20yrs+) aimed at improving the flood  management, aesthetic, amenity and ecological values of the Karamu Stream from Pakipaki down to the  coast at Clive. 

These pages focus on the stream enhancement works which include revegetation of the stream berms, creation of new habitat, development of a walking track network and increased public access to this great community asset.

The first round of planting for the Karamu Stream Enhancement Project began in May 2007 just south of Havelock North and since, around 15,000 native sedges, flaxes, shrubs and trees have been planted every year.

You can find out more about this exciting project to improve this waterway - and how you can be involved.

Project Goals 

• History of the Karamu Stream
• Enhancements
• Revegetation Strategy
• Community Involvement
• Progress to Date - Phase 1
• Progress to Date - Phase 2
• Planting and Maintenance Days Schedule
• Maintenance and Weed Management

Where did it all begin?

In 2004, the Hawke's Bay Regional Council published the report “Te Karamu Catchment Review and Options for Enhancement”. This summarised the findings of a two year review and investigation of the Karamu Stream and catchment.  The review looked at options for improving flood management in the catchment, as well as ways of enhancing the Karamu Stream. This report is available for viewing in hard copy at Napier, Hastings and Havelock North public libraries, the Hastings District Council and at Hawke’s Bay Regional Council in Napier.

You can download the 'Te Karamu Stream Enhancement Project' brochure below or alternatively you can request a copy of the full report (Report contents page is available below) in PDF format on CD by emailing restoration@hbrc.govt.nz.