Case studies
We have developed a number of case studies to demonstrate how ecological principles and practices have been applied to individual transportation projects. These case studies are a way of sharing the lessons learnt from individual projects.
- Ecological monitoring - North Shore busway shorebirds
- Ecological management - Peripatus (velvet worm) translocation
- Ecological management - Almorah Rock Forest- collaboration between landowners
More case studies will be added.
Research
The following ecological research reports have been funded through our research programme:
- Research report 225: Environmental protection measures on NZ state highway roading projects Volume 2: Key issues & observations from the study
- Research report 224: Environmental protection measures on NZ state highway roading projects Volume 1: Reference guide to past practice
- Research report 221: A methodology for assessing the biodiversity of road networks: a New Zealand case study
- Research report 157: Measuring and enhancing roadside biodiversity
- Research report 097: Impact of slip sediment on the biota in a New Zealand alpine stream
For further information contact environment@nzta.govt.nz.