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Marine Reserves

Westhaven (Te Tai Tapu) Marine Reserve

Nelson - Tasman
  • Two areas to note:

  • Westhaven Marine Reserve covers 536ha of tidal sandflats and channels within Whanganui Inlet.
  • Whanganui Inlet wildlife reserve - 2112ha covering all tidal sandflats and channels not included in the marine reserve inside a line from Bar Point to South Head Cone.
  • It is an important breeding and nursery area for snapper, flatfish and kahawai.
    Please visit DOC website for marine boundaries.

Send an Enquiry

Contact

Nelson / Tasman

[email protected]

+64 3 525 8026

www.doc.govt.nz


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