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NZ Herald
2 hours ago
- Politics
- NZ Herald
Ōhau wall issues raise Lake Rotoiti water quality concerns
The $11 million structure was expected to last 50 years but showed signs of corrosion as early as 2014. Chairman Wallace Haumaha said the ongoing issues with the Ōhau Channel diversion wall were 'yet another symptom of a broken, Crown-led water management system that continues to ignore our role as kaitiaki'. Earlier this year, the Bay of Plenty Regional Council said it would 'accelerate' trials to address the problem. Haumaha welcomed this progress but said all voices, especially those of mana whenua, needed to be part of the decision-making process. 'As we work together to find solutions, it is vital that all voices, especially those of kaitiaki and local communities, are included in the decision-making processes that impact our waterways and the wellbeing of our people,' he said. Under the Te Arawa Lakes Settlement Act, the trust is responsible for the rights and obligations that come with lakebed ownership, including existing structures, commercial activities and public utilities. In June, over 60 Māori land trusts, representing more than 150,000 landowners, hapū and iwi, filed legal proceedings in the High Court against the Crown. They allege the Government has repeatedly failed to uphold Māori rights and responsibilities over freshwater. Te Arawa Lakes Trust is a part of this claim. 'This is about restoring balance and our ability to exercise proper kaitiakitanga. Māori have never relinquished our relationship with our ancestral waters,' Haumaha said. 'This collaborative approach is the driving force behind the coalition Wai Manawa Whenua, which brings together Māori landowners, hapū, iwi collectives and national organisations such as the Federation of Māori Authorities (FOMA) who together have filed legal proceedings in the High Court to hold the Crown accountable to ensure that Māori rights and responsibilities over freshwater are upheld, fostering a responsible stewardship that benefits everyone,' Haumaha said. In a statement to RNZ, Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council chief executive Fiona McTavish said the Ōhau diversion wall remained 'structurally sound and is compliant with its resource consent', though microbial corrosion has created holes in the top metre of the sheet piling. 'It continues to divert most of the flow from the Ōhau Channel [Lake Rotorua] to the Kaituna River, bypassing Lake Rotoiti.' Potentially toxic algae bloom was found near Ōhau Channel. Photo / Bay of Plenty Regional Council McTavish said the water quality of Lake Rotorua has 'markedly improved' since the Ōhau wall was installed in 2008, because of alum dosing, catchment land use and land management change. 'This means that even without the corrosion, the wall would not be having the same water quality benefit as it did when it was installed.' Last week, McTavish said the regional council adopted a strategy which uses a 'dynamic adaptive pathway approach to decision making,' focusing on making decisions in a flexible way that adapts to changing circumstances, rather than relying on rigid, long-term plans. 'This enables regional council to make the best informed and most timely decisions about the ongoing investment in the wall, ensuring those decisions are good environmental decisions that will deliver water quality benefits, but are also financially practical. 'Under this strategy, decisions about the future of the wall are timed to consider updated science and engineering advice, community voices and alignment with central government expectations.' She said making good environmental decisions that were also financially sensible was critical. 'We want to ensure that any investment delivers the outcome the community desires, is based on the best information and is not unnecessarily rushed.' McTavish said Ngāti Pikiao Environmental Society, representing mana whenua Ngāti Pikiao and Te Takinga, had been briefed and 'continue to support the wall so long as it is providing benefit to lake water quality'. 'Regional council staff will continue to work with Ngāti Pikiao Environmental Society on the decision making in respect of the wall and ensure that decisions made about the wall are informed by the best available science regarding water quality.' The working relationship between Te Arawa Lakes Trust (TALT) and regional council governance, leadership and staff continues to be productive and positive, McTavish said. 'Regional council staff have briefed Te Arawa Lakes Trust kaimahi regarding the wall and sought their guidance on how Te Arawa Lakes Trust would like to provide advice regarding the issue. 'TALT staff have advised they will brief their Komiti Taiao as a first step, we have offered support for this briefing and await further direction from Te Arawa Lakes Trust kaimahi.' – RNZ
Time of India
a day ago
- Sport
- Time of India
NHL Trade Rumors: Montreal Canadiens eye Mason McTavish, but Anaheim Ducks' asking price for star center is steep
Ric Tapia/GettyImages Trade chatter is swirling around Anaheim Ducks center Mason McTavish, with the Montreal Canadiens emerging as a frequent link. While Ducks general manager Pat Verbeek has made it clear he wants to keep the 22-year-old, reports indicate he's open to moving McTavish if the return is right. That return, however, comes with a high price tag, one that could force Montreal into a tough decision. Anaheim Ducks set high asking price for Mason McTavish, targeting Canadiens prospect David Reinbacher According to multiple reports, including Jimmy Murphy's, Verbeek would only consider parting with McTavish for a young, right-handed defenseman capable of playing in a top-four role immediately, with the potential to grow into a first-pairing cornerstone. Within the Canadiens' system, that description points directly to David Reinbacher, the fifth overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft. The 20-year-old is widely viewed as Montreal's top defense prospect and a key part of their future blue line. The Ducks' reported request is straightforward, Reinbacher for McTavish — but it's a steep cost for the Habs, who have been cautious about moving their top young assets. Why Mason McTavish could be the perfect addition to the Montreal Canadiens' roster McTavish, 22, stands 6-foot-2, weighs 220 pounds, and plays a strong two-way game. Selected third overall by Anaheim in 2021, he has already compiled 140 points in 229 NHL games, including 60 goals. Last season, he tallied 52 points in 76 games, often in a third-line role and with limited power play time, suggesting even more offensive upside. For Montreal, McTavish would slot perfectly as a second-line center behind Nick Suzuki, giving the team a reliable scoring threat and added size down the middle. His combination of skill, strength, and playoff-style play makes him an appealing target, but surrendering Reinbacher could leave a long-term hole on the right side of their defense. The McTavish-to-Montreal speculation highlights a classic NHL trade dilemma, balancing the allure of an NHL-ready young star against the value of a blue-chip prospect. While McTavish could address an immediate need for the Canadiens, Anaheim's high asking price ensures this deal, if it ever happens, will require serious consideration from both sides. Until then, the trade rumors are likely to remain a hot topic. Also Read: Rasmus Andersson breaks silence on Calgary Flames trade rumors, contract status, and offseason speculation Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
03-08-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
NHL Trade Rumors: Ducks' star Mason McTavish linked to Canadiens, which could reshape Montreal's playoff hopes
The NHL offseason buzz has taken a sharp turn toward Anaheim Ducks center Mason McTavish. With trade talks heating up, the 22-year-old forward's name has increasingly surfaced as a prime target, and few destinations make more sense than the Montreal Canadiens. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A playoff return in 2025 reignited belief in Montreal, but to keep pace, the team knows it must address lingering holes, especially down the middle. Montreal Canadiens eye Mason McTavish in bid to build a formidable one-two center punch Selected third overall in 2021, McTavish had his breakout moment last season. His stat line—22 goals and 52 points in 76 games—was not just impressive, but also a sign of what's to come. He logged a career-high average ice time of 16:52, carrying top-six responsibilities with poise. And yet, despite Anaheim holding over $21 million in cap space, McTavish remains unsigned as a restricted free agent, opening the door for trade speculation. "I am not sure if he will move eventually, but I am very curious to see what happens with Mason McTavish with the Anaheim Ducks," shared Daily Faceoff's Anthony DiMarco. 'If there is an eventual path to McTavish being moved, you can be sure that there will be no shortage of teams waiting in line to inquire about his services.' Anaheim Ducks TRADING Mason McTavish To The Montreal Canadiens? | NHL Trade Rumours Anaheim GM Pat Verbeek has already been busy reshaping his roster, including dealing veteran goaltender John Gibson. His push to reach the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2026 could spark a 'hockey trade'—moving a young piece like McTavish to bring back immediate-impact talent. Canadiens need a solution, and Mason McTavish fits the mold Montreal, meanwhile, is seeking stability behind captain Nick Suzuki. While Suzuki enjoyed a breakout campaign (30 goals, 59 assists), the drop-off behind him at center has been glaring. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to The Fourth Period's David Pagnotta, the Canadiens are one of four teams seriously interested in McTavish—and it's clear why. The Ontario native not only outproduced every other Canadiens center not named Suzuki, but he also carried more responsibility and showed signs of elite upside. Adding McTavish would instantly give Montreal a foundation for the future—a one-two punch of Suzuki and McTavish that could anchor the franchise for the next decade. Financially, the Canadiens are in a strong position to make it happen. A $7–8 million deal fits within their cap space, and trade assets like Patrick Laine or Mike Matheson could be enough to make the trade work. If Montreal truly aims to cement itself as a long-term contender, pulling the trigger on McTavish may not just be a smart move— it might be essential. Also Read:
Vancouver Sun
22-07-2025
- Sport
- Vancouver Sun
Canucks: Why massive Mason McTavish hype is about future playoff potential
When Joel Quenneville guided the Chicago Blackhawks to their third Stanley Cup championship in a six-year span in 2015, his centre of attention was Jonathan Toews. At age 26, his 'Captain Serious' moniker fit like a glove because of drive, desire and delivery. Toews was 21 when the Blackhawks claimed their first crown in 2010, nearly the same age as another pivot who has become talk of the league this summer. Mason McTavish, 22, is a proud, productive and stubborn restricted free agent with the Anaheim Ducks, whose heavy and direct game at junior and international levels projects well for the NHL postseason. He led the Ducks last season with 22 goals, and his 52 points with the 24th-ranked club, and 30th-rated offence, were as credible as his team leading 50.7 per cent face-off efficiency. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. McTavish has potential to become a reliable 30-goal producer and tough to play against. However, he has yet to reach contract-extension terms and that has sent suitors into a summer tizzy of what it would take to pry him away — everything from offer sheets to multiple players and draft picks. Good luck with all that. He could stay put. The Vancouver Canucks would salivate at potential of adding the 6-foot-1, 219-pound McTavish to help solve their riddle in the middle. But at what cost? Probably a roster player, prime prospect, and pair of high draft picks. AFP Analytics has McTavish receiving a six-year, $40.6-million US deal that would carry a $6.67 million in annual average value. Of course, his camp is pushing for more, somewhere between $7 million to $8 million, and hence the impasse. McTavish's competitiveness was evident in advance of the 2021 NHL Draft. After 42 points in (29-13) in 57 OHL games with Peterborough Petes in 2019-20 — followed by COVID suspension of OHL games the next season — he was loaned to Olten EHC of the second division Swiss pro league. He responded with 11 points (9-2) in 13 outings. 'I love to get to the dirty areas to score goals,' he told this reporter prior to the 2021 draft, where he was selected third overall behind defenceman Owen Power and centre Matty Beniers. 'I'm not one to shy away from playoff-style hockey. Just watching the NHL playoffs, those big-bodied guys really pay off. 'I love to compete against anybody and I don't really back down from anyone. I just want to be hard to play against and you don't want them to say: 'Oh, he was easy to play against.' Or, 'He was fun to play against.' I don't like to make it easy on guys.' Kind of sounds like what former Canucks captain Bo Horvat brought on a nightly basis. He has surpassed the 30-goal plateau in three of the last four seasons. '(Horvat) works really hard and takes pride in his two-way ability,' McTavish said in 2021. 'A terrific player and I have a lot of work to do, but hopefully I can have a similar career to that. Definitely somebody to look up to.' Quenneville could have McTavish centre a second line with Cutter Gauthier and Frank Vatrano, while Leo Carlsson works the first alignment with Chris Kreider and Troy Terry. That leaves Mikael Granlund between Alex Killorn and Ryan Strome. Not bad. Maybe a playoff contender. That wood resonate with McTavish, who excelled in international competitions that were like a postseason pressure-cooker. He piled up 17 points (8-9) in seven games to lead Canada to the 2022 world junior championship crown and was named the event's most valuable player. He also helped his country claim gold at the 2021 U-18 world championship with 11 points (5-6) in seven outings. McTavish, a Zurich native who moved to Canada at age eight, also played in the 2022 Olympics. In his OHL career finale, McTavish led the Hamilton Bulldogs to the league title in 2022 by scoring twice in Game 7 of the championship series. He then got creative when COVID struck and he needed a place to play. 'It was obviously a crazy year, but it was a very cool experience for me to go back to where I was born in Switzerland and play professional hockey at such a young age,' recalled McTavish. 'It really helped me get prepared for the U-18s. I would do that again.' But maybe not with all the travel hassles. 'I was in the Montreal airport in mid-November and was supposed to get over there (Switzerland), but they wouldn't let me into the country with COVID-related stuff,' said McTavish. 'We went back home and I also needed a work visa to get over there, and I had to be 18 to get that. 'So, right on my Jan. 30 birthday, I got my visa, and the next day I way on a plane. In the next couple of days, I was playing a game. It was pretty competitive. They're older men and they don't take days off, and take it way more seriously. 'I learned a lot from those guys.' bkuzma@
Edmonton Journal
22-07-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Canucks: Why massive Mason McTavish hype is about future playoff potential
Article content When Joel Quenneville guided the Chicago Blackhawks to their third Stanley Cup championship in a six-year span in 2015, his centre of attention was Jonathan Toews. Article content At age 26, his 'Captain Serious' moniker fit like a glove because of drive, desire and delivery. Toews was 21 when the Blackhawks claimed their first crown in 2010, nearly the same age as another pivot who has become talk of the league this summer. Article content Article content Article content Mason McTavish, 22, is a proud, productive and stubborn restricted free agent with the Anaheim Ducks, whose heavy and direct game at junior and international levels projects well for the NHL postseason. He led the Ducks last season with 22 goals, and his 52 points with the 24th-ranked club, and 30th-rated offence, were as credible as his team leading 50.7 per cent face-off efficiency. Article content Article content McTavish has potential to become a reliable 30-goal producer and tough to play against. However, he has yet to reach contract-extension terms and that has sent suitors into a summer tizzy of what it would take to pry him away — everything from offer sheets to multiple players and draft picks. Article content The Vancouver Canucks would salivate at potential of adding the 6-foot-1, 219-pound McTavish to help solve their riddle in the middle. But at what cost? Probably a roster player, prime prospect, and pair of high draft picks. AFP Analytics has McTavish receiving a six-year, $40.6-million US deal that would carry a $6.67 million in annual average value. Article content Article content Article content Article content McTavish's competitiveness was evident in advance of the 2021 NHL Draft. After 42 points in (29-13) in 57 OHL games with Peterborough Petes in 2019-20 — followed by COVID suspension of OHL games the next season — he was loaned to Olten EHC of the second division Swiss pro league. He responded with 11 points (9-2) in 13 outings. Article content 'I love to get to the dirty areas to score goals,' he told this reporter prior to the 2021 draft, where he was selected third overall behind defenceman Owen Power and centre Matty Beniers. 'I'm not one to shy away from playoff-style hockey. Just watching the NHL playoffs, those big-bodied guys really pay off. Article content 'I love to compete against anybody and I don't really back down from anyone. I just want to be hard to play against and you don't want them to say: 'Oh, he was easy to play against.' Or, 'He was fun to play against.' I don't like to make it easy on guys.'
