31 May 2023
Media: 1News
Topic: High lake levels
Enquiry
Reporter wanted to know more about high lake levels and was speaking to locals at Rotoma and asked if there was someone from RLC who could be interviewed.
We understand this story may appear on tonight’s 1News at 6pm.
Response
We contacted the reporter and his questions were of a technical/scientific nature so he was referred to BOP Regional Council, which monitors and manages lake levels around the district.
We invited him to come back to us if he had any questions for RLC.
We did not hear back but a representative from BOPRC was being interviewed today.
[View 1News story at this link Trout struggle as BoP campground flooded (1news.co.nz) ]
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Media: Rotorua Daily Post
Topic: Dog attacking sheep at Brunswick
Enquiry
I'm working on a story about two strange dogs that have reportedly attacked and killed sheep in the Tikitere area, in properties around the Te Ngae Junction / SH30 over the past week. We were hoping you could confirm:
Has the council received complaints about dogs roaming the area and attacking wildstock?
What does the council know about the dogs? In general, what were the nature of these complaints?
What actions have the council taken to remedy the situation?
What next steps does the council plan to take in response to the situation?
Response
From DCE Community Wellbeing Anaru Pewhairangi:
Rotorua Lakes Council has received five complaints in the last week ranging from reports of roaming to attacks on livestock in the Brunswick Area. At this point, the responsible dog(s) have not been identified.
Staff continue to work with affected stock-owners and have gathered any relevant information from residents in an attempt to identify the dog(s). The investigation is ongoing.
We are asking residents to report roaming dogs immediately by phoning (07) 348 4199. We want to remind dog owners of their responsibilities and encourage people to contact us for any animal control-related support – we’re here to help.
Roaming dogs can lead to rushing incidents or attacks, on people or other animals. These types of incidents can be avoided through responsible ownership.
Under the Dog Control Act owners are responsible for ensuring their dogs are secure on a property at all times, under control when out in public – even if off-leash.
Council’s Dog Control Bylaw requires dogs to be on a leash when out in public, with the exception of designated areas where they are allowed off-leash or unleashed but under verbal restraint or command.