Coasties are being called upon to shape the future of Auckland’s coastline as the Council invites residents to share their vision for the region over the next century.

Facing increasing challenges like flooding, erosion, and climate change, Auckland Council is developing Shoreline Adaptation Plans (SAPs) to manage coastal land and assets across 20 areas, spanning 3,200 kilometres from Te Arai to Whakatīwai.

The Council is keen to hear from locals on how they use and value their coastal areas, ensuring future strategies align with community needs while addressing climate challenges.

Councillor Richard Hills, Chair of the Planning, Environment and Parks Committee, stresses the importance of public participation, stating, “We need to make some smart long-term decisions on where we allocate our resources for our coast and our coastal communities.”

The SAPs represent the Council’s first round of adaptive planning, focusing on four key strategies: No Active Intervention, Limited Interventions, Hold the Line, and Managed Realignment.

These strategies aim to balance the need for protecting infrastructure with preserving natural shoreline environments.

Auckland Council’s General Manager of Engineering, Assets, and Technical Advisory, Paul Klinac, underscores the significance of public input, highlighting the plans' intention to reflect the coast’s intrinsic value to both mana whenua and the local community.

Coasties can participate by visiting the Council’s interactive regional map.

The feedback collected will play a crucial role in refining the SAPs throughout 2024.