I have copied the below text from another forum (i didnt put a link up as i dont think the forum allows that)
I am hoping that the author won't mind. I am sure he would agree that the more who read this the better....... if anyone has a few minutes send a submission form to try and help stop this development...

cheers
John




We have just over one week remaining to get our submissions in to support Fish and Game NZ's application to amend the Kawarau River Conservation Order (1997), to prohibit damming of the Nevis River.

The Nevis is a prime, backcountry ‘trophy trout’ fishery, adventure kayaking destination and a truly stunning valley sporting Otagos most intact goldfields, right here on our doorstep. Pioneer Generation Ltd are planning a hydro development below Nevis Crossing, which will destroy areas of national importance and historical value, as well as flooding important spawning areas for resident brown trout. A hydro dam will simply ruin this outstanding high country landscape in a manner which can never be reversed, and has the potential to decimate one of Otago’s finest high country trout fisheries.

Submissions can be emailed to alex.miller@mfe.govt.nz and both information on submitting, and the submission form itself can be located at www.savethenevis.co.nz. Submissions close 5pm on October 3rd.

Lets get some international submissions in and show them they are being watched, not only within NZ, but with interest from around the globe!
________________________________________________________