Freshwater Is A Public Health Issue – New PHANZ Policy Calls For Action
The PHANZ urges immediate action to protect New Zealand's freshwater, citing health risks from declining quality, especially in rural areas. They released a policy emphasizing freshwater's link to health, advocating for Te Mana o Te Wai framework. They oppose weakening environmental protections. The PHANZ encourages submissions opposing government's proposed freshwater changes, fearing increased pollution.
