We've drafted Tātou ki Uta – the Coastal Reserves Management Plan – to guide the way we protect, restore, and enjoy Wellington's coastal reserves, parks, and beaches.

Last year we asked about your aspirations for the coast. Your feedback helped to shape the draft plan and now we want to know if we've got it right. Read about what we heard during the 2024 engagement period.

Tātou ki Uta will replace the outdated South Coast Management Plan (2002) and bring the majority of Wellington's coastal reserves into one integrated plan. It has been developed to respond to growing pressures from climate change and population growth, while protecting what makes our coast special.

Taranaki Whānui, Ngāti Toa and the Council have come together to write this draft plan.

The name 'Tātou ki Uta', shared by mana whenua, means “all of us on the land” and speaks to the shared responsibility of both iwi and the wider community in caring for the coast.

Tātou ki Uta covers all Council-managed coastal land from Oriental Bay to Karori Stream, including coastal reserves, beaches, public parks, and areas of road reserve, as well as recreational amenities like tracks, play areas, boat ramps, and public toilets.

The draft plan outlines 5 core values to guide our coastal management approach, and the pathways (or steps) needed to bring these values to life.

The plan also divides Wellington’s coastline into 8 distinct geographic areas (management sectors) and describes key values, features, challenges, and proposed actions unique to each area.

Alongside the plan itself, we are seeking public feedback on:

• Draft rules for activities in reserves (Appendix A)
• Proposed name changes to reserves (Appendix B)

We've also reviewed the reserve classifications under the Reserves Act 1977 of all Council-managed coastal reserves. Later in June you'll have the opportunity to provide feedback on proposed or updated classifications through a separate consultation.

Note: Actions proposed in the draft plan are not yet funded or approved for delivery. The plan indicates whether each action may be delivered within existing budgets or require new funding. Any new funding would be considered through Council's Long-term Plan and Annual Plan processes.

Through Tātou ki Uta, we hope to build on our progress in the following areas:

Read the draft plan and dive into our survey below to share your thoughts. Submissions are open from 5 June – noon, 5 August 2025.

A physical copy of the draft plan is available to read at Te Awe Library (29 Brandon Street, Wellington).

You can also:

• Download a submission form (PDF) or pick one up at your local library - these can be returned by email or post (details on form)
• Email your feedback to coastalplan@wcc.govt.nz
• Come along to one of our drop-in sessions to learn more (see above for dates and locations)

Public notice under the Reserves Act 1977

This consultation is being undertaken in accordance with Section 41 of the Reserves Act 1977, as part of the formal process for adopting a new management plan. Once finalised, Tātou ki Uta will replace the South Coast Management Plan (2002) and other applicable plans for areas now included within this coastal network.