Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries
This consultation is part of a review
The Kaikōura (Te Tai ō Marokura) Marine Management Act 2014 is currently undergoing a 10-year review to evaluate the performance and effectiveness of the management measures it established, and this consultation is an opportunity for the public to provide their input to the review.
Kaikōura (Te Tai ō Marokura) Marine Management Act 2014 (Section 8)
The Department of Conservation (DOC) and Fisheries New Zealand are jointly carrying out the review on behalf of the Minister of Conservation and the Minister for Oceans and Fisheries.
Background information
The management measures under review are:
- the Kaikōura Marine Guardians
- a marine reserve (Hikurangi)
- a whale sanctuary (Te Rohe o Te Whānau Puha)
- a New Zealand fur seal sanctuary (Ōhau New Zealand)
- mātaitai reserves (Mangamaunu, Oaro, and Te Waha o te Marangai)
- taiāpure-local fisheries (Te Taumanu o Te Waka a Māui and Oaro–Haumuri)
The Act recognises the unique coastal and marine environment, the distinctive biological diversity, and the area’s cultural heritage. The measures help protect and manage the environment sustainably.
We invite anyone who uses, values, or enjoys the Kaikōura Marine Area to send us their comments.
How to have your say
DOC’s website has further information about the consultation, including documents and how to make a submission. DOC is accepting submissions from 30 September until 28 October 2025.
Consultation on the Kaikōura Marine Area review – DOC
Find out more about the 10-year review and details of the management measures
Terms of reference for the Kaikōura Marine Area review – DOC [PDF, 323 KB]
