Coast

Our coast
Our region's most stunning natural feature is our coastline and harbours.
Marine protection areas
Rules are now in place for marine protection areas in Mimiwhangata and Rakaumangamanga (Cape Brett).
Our role
We have a number of roles when it comes for caring for our coast and harbours.
Coastal monitoring
We monitor the coast in a range of areas such as swimming water quality, estuary health and coastal hazards.
Coastal Litter Monitoring in Northland
Get involved to help map and reduce litter in our waterways.
Current coastal projects
Projects our coastal resource science team are currently involved in.
Coastal water quality buoys
Coastal water quality monitoring in the Waitangi Estuary, Bay of Islands and Hātea River, Whangārei Harbour
CoastCare
CoastCare is an opportunity to get involved in the management and protection of your local coastal area.
Driving on the beach
Rules and tips for driving on the beach and who to contact if you have a complaint.
Issues
More information about key issues that impact on balancing the way people use our coast and how we take care of it for future generations.
Rules
Sustaining a beautiful coastline for all of us to use takes planning, rules and guidelines.
Aquaculture
Find out what aquaculture is and how it is managed in Northland.
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