2021-03-12 Edward Ellison - summary of evidence [pdf, 221 KB]
...duties of kaitiakitaka. 4. The protection of the wāhi tūpuna (cultural landscapes) that reflect the long history and traditions associated with the settlement of Otago by Kāi Tahu whānui is sought by mana whenua. Wai Māori is an integral and enduring part of our wāhi tūpuna. The Otago landscape is criss-crossed by many and varied waterbodies, from many sources, including lakes, awa (rivers) and their tributaries, puna (springs), and groundwater. 5. Following shortly aft...