Have your say on the future of Te Ārai regional parkland

Aucklanders are being asked to have their say on how regional parkland at Te Ārai north of Auckland should be managed. Feedback will help inform an update to the Regional Parks Management Plan 2010 relating to existing regional parkland at Te Ārai and new parkland north and future parkland south of Te Ārai Point. The public can view a background document and submit their comments via shapeauckland.co.nz until 26 January 2018. Auckland Council is looking for feedback on: * the management and recognition of cultural heritage of the parkland, * the management of natural values, including the protection of wilderness qualities and endangered coastal bird species , * the management of recreation, including: the development of main arrival areas , * location of trails for walking, horse riding and mountain biking, camping, restricting vehicle access on the beach. Councillor Penny Hulse, chairperson of Auckland Council’s Environment and Community Committee, says regional parks are much loved and treasured by Aucklanders and visitors alike. “Growing green spaces across the region is important for supporting a world-class city. They are home to an array of ecosystems and native species, and are also places where people can be active and seek respite in nature,” she says. Rodney Ward Councillor Greg Sayers says Te Ārai is a unique stretch of coastline and one of Rodney’s gems.