Parapara-Milnthorpe : a landscape development plan for a recreation reserve in Golden Bay

Abstract

The demands of recreation in Golden Bay, Northwest Nelson are increasing and there is heed to look at this impact, with particular reference to the development of the Parapara - Milnthorpe block. This block .of approximately 200 acres is under the control of the Department of Lands and Survey.

A landuse study carried out on the site in 1976

"finds in favour of ..... establishing a coastal reserve, and rehabilitating the land for wildlife, recreation and rustic campsites".

They further consider,

"The main economic value of the site exists in complementing surrounding landuses rather than competing with them. In the future the prime natural values of the site will emerge and be shown to lay in satisfying demands for coastal reserves, recreation, and camping.. moreso than in its limited potential for other uses". (Mathieson, 1976, p.2)

The purpose of this report is to -

1. investigate the future likely demands of the public on this site. Particular reference will be made to: - the recreational opportunities within the surrounding area. - the recreational values of the site and the ecological limitations to the development of that site.

2. develop a basic design concept for the future of the area in light of the uses and facilities the preliminary study indicates as desirable and giving due consideration to the protection of the ecologically sensitive areas of the site.

3. ensure that the land uses are developed in such a way that they are visually pleasing within the area as well as functional.

4. make some recommendations for the management of the site and the control of people within that site.

5. to look at the phasing of that development over a period of years.