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LOURENS RIVER ESTUARY: Threats |
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In 1982, potential toxic levels of pesticides have been recorded in the river which could have resulted in changes in the aquatic invertebrate community (Ref. 3). |
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During 1982, the water quality of the water in the lower reaches of the Lourens River has been reduced largely as a result of stormwater run-off from increasing urban, industrial and commercial areas (Ref. 3). Since 1982 development along the lower reaches increased substantially, although industrial practices on the western side (AECI) were reduced. |
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