July 2, 2026
Persuasive expert reports supporting the call for urgent repairs to the Ohau Wall were presented at an open community meeting following the LWQS AGM on 1 July 26.
Our blog is updated with news and events of interest to our lake community. Click on the Pictures or Headings to read more. Please let us know via our contact page if there are any items you would like added.
June 9, 2026
It is illegal to move or use any boat with an internal ballast tank or bladder outside the controlled zone of the Waikato River unless it complies with specific biosecurity restrictions.
June 9, 2026
They are literally everywhere - millions upon millions of invasive gold clams within touching distance from the banks of the Waikato River - read about it here.
June 8, 2026
Our April 2026 Newsletter has been E-mailed to members. Read it on our website here or become a member of LRCA to receive it by Email.
April 20, 2026
Initial reports from independent experts suggest that the amount of Rotorua water entering Rotoiti via holes & the chance of major failure of the wall has been underestimated!
April 20, 2026
LRCA has made submissions to the BoPRC’s Draft Annual Plan looking to ensure that adequate funds are set aside for Ohau Wall and Lake Rotoiti.
April 19, 2026
The LWQS AGM will be held Monday 1 June 26, (Kings Birthday), 10am to 12.30pm at Mourea. After the meeting there will be an open meeting on the Ohau Wall
April 19, 2026
Whilst we no longer have Rotoiti representatives on the board the new board chair wants to ensure the Lakes communities have their “voice heard.
April 19, 2026
BoPRC opening the Okere gates at night and closing them the following day during heavy rainfall events causing potential lakeside flooding concerns LRCA.
April 19, 2026
A number of groups have submitted requests to BoPRC’s DAP for funding to deliver lake weed management
for Lake Rotoiti, particularly in the Ōkere arm.
April 19, 2026
Predator free Okere Falls are doing a wonderful job eliminating 870 pests pa. East Rotoiti is now looking to ramp up its efforts! Come join the team!
April 1, 2026
We await the result of our submission that the 850m 80kph section of SH33 between Mourea & Okere Falls be reduced to 60kph. It may take several months.
February 5, 2026
Your submissions are due by Tuesday 17 February. Todd McClay's office advise 60 km/h supporters to submit using the online form as per the instructions in this post.
January 31, 2026
LRCA highlights that NZTA's submission form does not allow community to support a speed limit of 60 km/h between Okawa Bay and Okere Falls. We suggest you delay submitting until this is remedied.
December 18, 2025
A satellite image taken 9th Dec 25 showing extent of algal blooms in Lakes Rotorua & Rotoiti (bright green areas indicate algal bloom conditions).
December 14, 2025
Everyone passionate about protecting Lake Rotoiti's water quality should attend the Special Public Meeting immediately after LRCA's AGM.
December 13, 2025
Our upcoming AGM will revert to the traditional 2nd January which will be a FRIDAY. The meeting will be held at the Rotoiti Sports & Community Centre.
December 11, 2025
Waka Kotahi has acknowledged community concerns and will consult on a proposed reduction of the speed limit between Mourea and Okere Falls early in 2026.
December 11, 2025
RLC work continues to complete the East Rotoiti - Rotoma Sewerage Scheme with 13% or 83 existing properties still to be completed due to a number of issues.
December 6, 2025
Our summer newsletter packed with information is on it's way. You need to be a member to receive it. View here & join or renew now to keep up to date.
October 20, 2025
BoPRC are pursuing their next steps towards assessing repair and or replacement options as expeditiously as possible.
October 20, 2025
Independent review commissioned by the Ministry for the Environment is now public. It highlights multiple Council failings.
October 20, 2025
Weed control at Rotoiti will be prioritised by the Te Arawa Lakes Trust, TALT), this year with around 64 hectares being covered.
October 20, 2025
A memorial service for Phill Thomass and a by-election will need to be held for 2 additional Lakes Community Board Members.
October 20, 2025
We need enthusiastic new committee members to join our team. Help us care for the community & environment of Lake Rotoiti for everyones benefit.
October 20, 2025
With results now finalised, we congratulate all elected candidates to both Rotorua Lakes Council and Bay of Plenty Regional Council.
September 25, 2025
It is with immense sadness that we acknowledge the passing of long time lakes advocate, Rotoiti resident and Chair of the Lakes Community Board, Phill Thomass.
August 26, 2025
Update from Don Atkinson, FixOhauWall chair on the current status of the campaign and what action we can expect next to protect Lake Rotoiti's future.
August 25, 2025
With the opening of the new fishing season Fish & Game are developing a useful tool for finding the best locations for different fishing methods
August 17, 2025
Here is LRCA's report on the BoPRC meeting at which LRCA & LWQS presented our case for the repair of the Ohau Wall & BoPRC's response.