OUR STORY

Biostream was founded by Hugh Forsyth in 2020, in association with Waterclean NZ Ltd, to promote the use of Floating Treatment Wetlands (FTWs) for wastewater and stormwater treatment across the lower South Island.

MEET THE TEAM

Hugh Forsyth

Hugh Forsyth is a registered landscape architect with a career spanning work in the United Kingdom and New Zealand. His wide experience includes urban renewal, regional landscape assessment, extractive industry, rural and coastal subdivision, residential development, and plan change representation. Hugh's professional services include design development, reporting support for consent, and appearance as a landscape expert at Hearings, mediation, and the Environment Court.

Hugh’s involvement with floating treatment wetlands began in 2008, when appointed to develop and lodge a regional water consent for Hunterville WWTP in the Manawatu District. This led to a wider professional interest in floating treatment wetlands and water treatment.

Hugh sees floating treatment wetlands as an effective and sustainable water treatment tool that can also provide integration between new development and environments.

Vern Weymouth

Vern Weymouth, Director of Waterclean, plays a pivotal role in providing the technical expertise that supports FTW proposals and ensures their performance. Vern oversees the manufacture, delivery, and installation of wetland pontoons, as well as ongoing follow-up. Several decades of experience support his understanding of site requirements and floating wetland technology and the delivery of effective FTW solutions across New Zealand.

Waterclean NZ Ltd, is based in Kaiwaka, and is a subsidiary of Kauri Park Nurseries, the largest commercial supplier of native plant material in New Zealand. Waterclean has been at the forefront of floating treatment wetland development for over 20 years, having introduced the concept to New Zealand. Together, the Kauri Park and Waterclean employ over 100 people, based in Kaiwaka, Northland, and Palmerston North (www.waterclean.co.nz).

TESTIMONIALS

"Hugh Forsyth is a highly skilled landscape expert. He is independent (sometimes telling you things you don’t want to hear), thorough, direct, detailed and pragmatic. His research, assessments, documentation, and attention to detail is excellent.

The result of his, and other expert’s assessments, meant the Taiko Landfill project achieved an unprecedented non-notified consent decision from Environment Canterbury.”

Dave Hanan | Principal’s representative

Canterbury Environmental Solutions Limited

Taiko Landfill Project (27 June 2024)

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WHY WORK WITH BIOSTREAM?

Local Expertise and Support

Biostream, in partnership with Waterclean NZ, offers specialised support for implementing floating treatment wetlands that meets both your water treatment and wider project needs. The application aligns with sustainable goals as well meeting water standards and supporting consent and has potential to enhance brand and social enhancement to your project.

Cost-Effective and Reliable

Floating treatment wetlands provide a reliable, chemical-free solution for removing contaminants, sediment and heavy metals and trace elements. Supported by a 20-year track record, Waterclean NZ offers local manufacturing, delivery, and ongoing support, including maintenance options or in-house training.

Environmental Benefit

Beyond functionality, floating treatment wetlands enhance visual appeal, provide habitat for wildlife, and integrate with cultural values, meeting public and community expectations. Cost-effective and sustainable, these systems add ecological value to your project, allowing you to redirect savings toward other priorities.