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Te Tapuwae o Rongokako Marine Reserve Operational Plan

Published:

May 2003

Review the management plan for Te Tapuwae o Rongokako Marine Reserve.


Vision Statement

Te Tapuwae o Rongokako Marine Reserve to be managed to allow the marine life, ecosystem integrity and biodiversity to be restored and protected in recognition of:

  • The spiritual and intrinsic values of the area;
  • The opportunities that the reserve provides for scientific study;
  • The recreational and educational benefits and public enjoyment that may be derived from this community treasure/taonga; and
  • The reserves ability to act as a kohanga (nest, nursery) to nurture kaimoana (seafood).

Me nga taonga
Nga kaupapa
Nga tikanga o Te Tapuwae o Rongokako

Translation:

And the treasures
The purpose/subject
The protocols of Te Tapuwae o Rongokako

Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai