Lake Tahaaroa is the central lake of a complex of seven shallow freshwater dune lakes. Together they make up the only significant coastal freshwater wetland between Kaipara Harbour to the north and the South Taranaki bight. Taharoa lakes wetlands are now under a comprehensive restoration plan led by local iwi through the Taharoa Lakes Trust, with support from DoC and Waikato Regional Council (www.nzherald.co.nz).
Main image by Rob Suisted – Nature’s Pic Images photos@naturespic.com
