Hearing 13 – Natural Open Space Zone
Hearing 13 – Natural Open Space Zone
Date: 19 May 2026
Venue: As no submitters have confirmed their intention to attend and speak, this hearing will be held online.
Observers are welcome to attend in person at 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai (directly across the road from
the Kaipara District Council offices).
The hearing will be recorded, and a recording will be made available on this page as soon as practicable after
the hearing.
Start time: 10.30am
Hearing Panel: Commissioner Mark Farnsworth (Chair), Commissioner Gordon Lambeth, Commissioner Richard Blakey
Hearing Timetable: Natural Open Space Zone
Watch the hearing recording here: Hearing 13 - Natural Open Space Zone held on 19 May 2026
Notice of Hearing - Natural Open Space Zone
Section 42A Report - Open Space and Recreation Zones
Appendix A - Officer's Recommendations on Decisions on Open Space and Sport and Active Recreation Zone Submissions
Appendix B - Officer's Recommended Amendments for Natural Open Space Zone Chapter
Appendix C - Section 32AA Evaluation Report - Open Space and Sport Zones
Section 42A Officer's Memorandum in response to evidence - Open Space Zones 11 May 2026
Director-General of Conservation - Tabled letter to Hearing Panel 28 April 2026
Open Space Zones Presentation for Hearing (S42A Officer - A Turner) 19 May 2026
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