Bayswater Marina Precinct
An update
November 11th 2024
Although the AYBA withdrew from continuing action against the development we did agree to a strong list of conditions by which Bayswater Marina Holdings (BML) must comply. There are currently several matters of serious concern going forward:
The Public walkway along the Marina Seawall has been closed to the public "For safety reasons". This is a permitted excuse should weather conditions dictate but it is now closed because of the continued lack of maintenance.
The Draft Coastal Adaptation Plan - Weiti to Devonport shows NO RAMP at Bayswater. The on-going availability of the Ramp access is a condition accepted by the AYBA and highlighted in the AYBA submission to the Draft CAP.
There is a narrow strip of BML land between public access and the ramp over which public access must be maintained - an AYBA condition.
The ramp was originally constructed and maintained by BML as a part of the original Coastal Consent. Who is now responsible for the maintenance of this major access ramp.
The AYBA is keeping a watch on any development but we need to be kept informed of progress and action. To ensure ongoing compliance with the Conditions of the Consent please let our Secretary know if you have any concerns.
Janet Watkins
AYBA Executive
The latest Maritime New Zealand Recreational Survey 2022 found that half of all New Zealanders were involved in 'recreational boating' of some sort. That's half a million Aucklanders of all ages and ethnic groups!
It is essential to preserve our coastal and marine environment, the shoreline, the Harbour, and the Gulf as the major sport & recreational areas they now are.
The on-going access to Auckland’s largest recreational arena must be maintained & enhanced. Auckland has spent millions on cycle ways for a much lesser proportion on the population yet most of the Marina assets used by the many recreational harbour users are paid for by those users in parking & launching fees, marina & mooring fees or club memberships & sponsorships.
It is essential to ensure the ongoing availability of these shore facilities for launching AND storage of all craft.
With the increase in apartment living, the concentration and growth of the whole City’s population, harbour access and the appropriate supportive facilities provided by the City Council, the clubs with Council support, and other marine organisations should be a priority when planning the use of our coastal environment.