Meeting our upstream neighbours

Bullock Creek has many neighbours, from those who enjoy the creek bubbling through their backyards, to residents living upstream of the Creek’s source at the QEII-covenanted wetland site on Stone Street. As many of you know, this wetland area, known as Bullock Creek Hatchery Springs, has been the focus of FOBC’s work for nearly a decade. With the generous support of volunteers, donors and funders, we have transformed this once-forgotten corner of urban Wānaka into a thriving native parkland that is accessible to all.

Building on our visits to downstream neighbours in 2025, FOBC trustees will be visiting our upstream neighbours in the Alpha Series development during January 2026. We know many of our upstream neighbours are regular users of the wetlands, and many also volunteer with FOBC throughout the year.

The aims of this door knock are to:

  • Share more about FOBC and the work we do

  • Raise awareness of water quality issues affecting Bullock Creek and Lake Wānaka

  • Promote simple DIY ideas to reduce stormwater runoff and contamination

  • Introduce the idea of “Adopting a Drain” in conjunction with Wai Wānaka

We have produced a brochure to share with Alpha Series residents during our door knock.

FOBC Trust