A final call is being issued to the Great Barrier Island community to provide their input on the Auckland Council’s Shoreline Adaptation Plan (SAP), with the public consultation period ending on October 7th.
Erosion is a pressing issue across the island, with Mulberry Grove being particularly vulnerable to road inundation and damage to coastal structures. The SAP aims to protect vital infrastructure such as Shoal Bay Road, the arterial route to Tryphena wharf.
The plan outlines several potential strategies, ranging from ‘managed retreat’, allowing nature to take its course, to maintaining existing defenses, or implementing more robust measures like seawalls.
Have Your Say:
- Drop-in session: A final drop-in session will be held at Okiwi School on September 26th from 12-2pm for residents to discuss the plan with council representatives.
- Online submissions: Feedback can be submitted online via the Auckland Council website until October 7th.
Whether you live near the coast, enjoy the beaches, or simply care about the future of our island, your feedback is valuable. Council staff say they’re eager to hear your thoughts on the proposed strategies and how they might impact communities across the Aotea.
