Mataura River

GPTKB entity

Properties (54)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf river
gptkbp:biodiversity supports various bird species
gptkbp:crosses Southland region
gptkbp:cultural_heritage gptkb:Mataura_Stream
gptkbp:cultural_significance associated with local legends
gptkbp:culturalEvents site for local festivals
gptkbp:culturalHeritage used_in_traditional_Māori_practices
gptkbp:drainageBasin seasonally variable
gptkbp:ecosystem part of a larger river ecosystem
gptkbp:environmental_impact affected by local weather patterns
gptkbp:fauna specific seasons for fishing regulations
gptkbp:fishSpecies regulated_by_Fish_&_Game_New_Zealand
gptkbp:flora supports diverse plant life along banks
gptkbp:flowsInto gptkb:Gore
gptkbp:geographicalFeature part_of_the_Southland_Plains
gptkbp:historical_significance important for trade routes in the past
important_for_Māori_culture
site_of_early_Māori_settlements
gptkbp:historicalEvent site_of_early_European_settlement
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Mataura River
gptkbp:is_known_for brown trout fishing
gptkbp:land_use surrounding farmland and agriculture
gptkbp:landmark features several historic bridges
gptkbp:length approximately 150 kilometers
gptkbp:lighting subject to seasonal flooding
gptkbp:local_economy supports tourism and recreation industries
gptkbp:localLegends associated_with_Māori_mythology
gptkbp:location gptkb:New_Zealand
gptkbp:mouth gptkb:Foveaux_Strait
gptkbp:nearby_attractions draws visitors for its natural beauty
gptkbp:popularActivities kayaking
white-water rafting
gptkbp:recreation includes picnic areas and walking tracks
surrounding parks and reserves
gptkbp:research subject of ecological research
gptkbp:river managed by local councils
features walking and cycling paths
monitored for ecological health indicators
provides access points for fishing and boating.
gptkbp:scenicViews popular for photography
gptkbp:source Mavora Lakes
gptkbp:surroundingArea Gore_and_surrounding_towns
gptkbp:survivability navigable in certain sections
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives habitat for native fish species
involved in river restoration projects
gptkbp:team popular for various water sports activities
gptkbp:tributaryOf gptkb:Waikaia_River
gptkb:Oreti_River
gptkbp:waterManagement involves local iwi and community groups
gptkbp:waterQuality monitored by local authorities
faced challenges from pollution
gptkbp:wildlife home to various aquatic species
supports birdwatching opportunities
gptkbp:youth_tournaments hosts annual fishing competitions