Toxic Algae
Our Changing World for 5 September 2019
Cyanobacteria are responsible for toxic algal blooms in lakes and rivers, and Cawthron Institute scientists are trying to better understand them. Audio
Warning of toxic algae in Waikaia River in Southland
Residents, especially dog owners, are being advised to avoid contact with the Waikaia River in Southland because of toxic algae.
Toxic algae warning for Lake Forsyth
Public health authorities in Canterbury are warning of toxic algal blooms in Lake Forsyth.
Warning over potentially toxic algae in Waikirikiri
A health warning has been issued after potentially toxic algae was found in the Waikirikiri River at Glentunnel in the Selwyn District.
Toxic algae warnings
Dog owners are being warned about the dangers of toxic algae in rivers after a dog died of a suspected case of cyano-bacterial poisoning. Audio
Dog owners warned over toxic algae
Dog owners are being warned to keep their pets on leads after toxic algae was found in parts of the Hutt River near Silverstream.
Toxic Lake Research
Research into extremely toxic cyanobacteria levels in a New Zealand lake could help clean up water supplies around the world Audio
Recreational Water Quality Testing
Greater Wellington tests water quality at selected river and coastal sites during the summer months Audio
Recreational Water Quality Testing
Greater Wellington tests water quality at selected river and coastal sites during the summer months Audio
Recreational Water Quality Testing
Greater Wellington tests water quality at selected river and coastal sites during the summer months Audio
UAVs and Toxic Algae Blooms
A small UAV or unmanned aerial vehicle and video camera may be a new way to aerially monitor toxic algae in rivers. Audio