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Stream flow reduction activities

Land-based activities which reduce stream flow can be declared stream flow reduction activities (after public consultation). This depends on various factors such as the extent of stream flow reduction, its duration, its impact on any relevant water resource and on other water users (i.e. the control of forestry for its impact on water resources).

Any activity that is likely to reduce the availability of water in a water course to the Reserve, to meet international obligations or to other water users significantly, is a stream flow reduction activity. Afforestation is specifically declared a stream flow reduction activity in the Act.