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Community-led restoration project re-establishing native coastal forest at Ti Point.Supporting biodiversity,improving Whangateau Harbour,extending the forest corridor between Mt Tamahunga and Little Barrier,and creating a reserve for community stewardship The Whangateau Harbour Care group in association with the Whangateau Residents and Rate Payers Association, wish to propose the following in rel

ation to the piece of land at 307 Leigh Rd, Leigh, which is approximately 13 hectares. Our Proposal
We simply wish to make the land a reserve and plant the w**d infested area in native forest species for:
• The benefit of the local environment
• To extend the corridor of native forest between Tamahunga and Little Barrier for the benefit of birds, flora, and fauna
• For carbon sequestration purposes
• To preserve an ancient pa site for cultural heritage purposes and provide the local Iwi with access in perpetuity
• To provide educational opportunities for local students and community members
• To provide health and wellbeing opportunities for the community by way of walking tracks

🌿 Ti Point Forest Project UpdateThe Ti Point Forest Project continues to gather momentum, with local volunteers, environ...
02/08/2026

🌿 Ti Point Forest Project Update

The Ti Point Forest Project continues to gather momentum, with local volunteers, environmental specialists, mana whenua, the Whangateau Catchment Collective, and community organisations working together to explore the long-term restoration of this special place.

A big step forward has been the development of an interactive StoryMap, bringing together the site's history, ecology, project vision and progress so far.

As part of this, we'd love to hear from our community.

Your thoughts, values and aspirations will help inform future discussions as the project team continues working alongside Auckland Council and the Rodney Local Board to develop a practical, community-led restoration plan.

📝 Please take a few minutes to explore the StoryMap and complete the short questionnaire.

🔗https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/051449c2cae34b9ea01580e35fa8eebd

Every response helps build a clearer picture of what our community wants to see for the future of Ti Point.

Thank you to everyone who has supported the project so far. Together we're laying the foundations for the long-term restoration of a thriving native coastal forest that will benefit biodiversity, Whangateau Harbour and future generations.

A couple of weeks ago, Linus and Alicia (WHCG) presented the Ti Point Forest concept plan to the Rodney Local Board — an...
01/04/2026

A couple of weeks ago, Linus and Alicia (WHCG) presented the Ti Point Forest concept plan to the Rodney Local Board — an important step in moving the project forward.

Progress with projects like this can take time, but we’re starting to see positive movement and alignment in the right areas.

The proposal has been well received to date, with support in principle for the overall vision and a clearer pathway emerging around next steps. It’s also been encouraging to see recognition of this as a community-led initiative — locals stepping forward to help shape the future of this space.

Importantly, the project aligns closely with wider community and Local Board priorities, including:
• Biodiversity restoration
• Improving waterway and catchment health
• Strengthening community connection and education
• Recreation, access, and recognising cultural and heritage values

The project is also being reinforced through wider Council engagement, with Ti Point identified as a priority within the Whangateau Harbour and Catchment Action Plan, and recently referenced in feedback to Auckland Council’s Annual Plan.

Early concepts for an initial phase may include:

• Replanting with native bush
• Fencing to protect regeneration areas
• Exploring options for a walking track
• Establishing an ongoing Council maintenance framework

Nothing is confirmed at this stage, but we’re encouraged by the direction things are heading and will continue working alongside Council, the Rodney Local Board, mana whenua and the wider community to keep things progressing.

Thank you to everyone involved — we’ll continue to share updates as we move forward.

Last week, Linus and Alicia (WHCG) hosted a hui onsite at Ti Point Forest, bringing together Auckland Council staff, man...
18/02/2026

Last week, Linus and Alicia (WHCG) hosted a hui onsite at Ti Point Forest, bringing together Auckland Council staff, mana whenua, neighbouring landowners and community stakeholders to walk through the Ti Point Forest Proposal in the very landscape it relates to. While Local Board members were unable to attend on the day, the project will be reported to the Rodney Local Board as part of the next steps.

Standing in the deforested area itself created a constructive and grounded discussion. The proposal was presented in detail and was well received, with support in principle for the overall vision and a commitment from Council staff to provide a roadmap outlining the next steps in the decision-making process. It was also encouraging to hear recognition of the strength of this being a community-led initiative — locals stepping forward to help shape the future of this space.

We are now awaiting guidance on that roadmap, which will help inform a possible initial phase of the project. Early concepts may include:

• Replanting with native bush
• Fencing to protect regeneration areas
• Exploring the potential for a walking track
• Establishing an ongoing Council maintenance framework

Nothing is confirmed at this stage, but we feel encouraged by the constructive engagement and collaborative tone of the hui. We will continue working alongside Auckland Council, engaging with the Rodney Local Board, mana whenua and the wider community as the proposal progresses.

Thank you to everyone involved — it’s encouraging to see positive steps being taken for the future of Ti Point Forest. We’ll continue to keep the community updated as we move forward.

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