Public consultation on Tātou ki Uta – the draft Coastal Reserves Management Plan – is now open until midday Tuesday 5 August 2025.
Coastal Reserves Management Plan
Covering coastal areas from Oriental Bay to Pariwhero/Red Rocks, Tātou ki Uta sets out a 10-year plan for how the city and its people will care for, protect, and continue to enjoy our coastal reserves, beaches, public parks, and amenities like tracks, boat ramps, and public toilets.
“Our coastal reserves are a taonga, a treasure, and their future management must reflect the aspirations of Wellingtonians,” says Mayor Tory Whanau.
“We’ve worked closely with our community and Tākai Here partners to create a draft plan that is integrated and forward-looking. This public consultation is an invitation for every Wellingtonian to help shape the future of our coastal spaces,” adds Mayor Whanau.
Councillor Teri O’Neill, Chair of the Social, Cultural, and Economic Committee, says it’s important to have your say.
“Our coastline is where so many of us feel most grounded; a place to meet friends and whānau, swim with the dog, or take in the wildlife around us. We’ve heard how much people care about the dunes, kororā (penguin) habitats, and cultural stories of these places. Now we want your voice in how we care for these taonga for the next decade.”
The draft plan includes over 80 proposed actions, ranging from practical upgrades like improved toilets and tracks, to long-term efforts towards erosion control, protection of wildlife, restoring Māori names to reserves, and planning for climate adaptation in high-risk areas.