Waterfront Vision 2040
Waterfront precincts
The waterfront vision identified four precincts in the waterfront area that, combined, contribute to the overall character of the area. Each precinct has distinctive characteristics, a different face, and a mix of specific uses and activities. Within these precincts projects are planned, or already underway, to begin the implementation of the Waterfront Vision 2040.
Westhaven Marina
The site of the southern hemisphere's largest and most well-equipped marina. The marina is located close to the CBD and marine supplies. It will continue to be a world-class facility while enhancing the whole of the waterfront experience for visitors.
Western Reclamation and Viaduct Harbour
Historically, the Western Reclamation has been an area for port-related industry as well as marine and warehousing activities.
The end of the Western Reclamation has become known as "the tank farm" because of the number of bulk liquid storage tanks - containing chemicals, marine fuels, vegetable and edible oils - which are found there.
The Western Reclamation is the subject of the Wynyard Quarter Development and Sea + City Project. The ambition of that project is develop an urban village on this area of the waterfront with green parks, plazas, boulevards, shops, apartments and restaurants, creating a major asset for the Auckland region.
The Viaduct Harbour has been developed to provide a dynamic mix of recreation and residential activities, and is a hub of regional entertainment and events.
The central wharves
The central wharves - Princes, Queens, and Captain Cook - form "fingers" from the city's edge into the harbour. There is a mix of uses and activities on these wharves including port activity, ferries, and, on Princes Wharf, a mix of residential, hotel, retail and entertainment activity. Princess Wharf also currently caters for Auckland's Cruise industry.
The Government and Auckland Regional Council announced in May 2009 that they would purchase Queens Wharf from Ports of Auckland Limited for $40 million. The redeveloped wharf will be open for public access and feature a premier cruise ship terminal for Auckland and New Zealand. It will also be a temporary ‘live site' for fans during the Rugby World Cup 2011.
For more information see /auckland/waterfront-development/queens-wharf.cfm.
The port
Focused on the eastern end of the waterfront, the port is integral to the Auckland region's economic development and growth as the hub for international exports and imports.
The Port of Auckland is New Zealand's most significant port, handling 50 per cent of the entire country's imports and 24 per cent of its exports by value in 2007. Overall, Ports of Auckland handles 37 per cent of New Zealand's total annual trade by value - representing nearly 13 per cent of national GDP. As we as the role of the port as a facilitator of trade, Ports of Auckland also has a direct impact on the regional economy.
Ports of Auckland Limited is owned by Auckland Regional Holdings Limited, a council controlled organisation of the Auckland Regional Council.
As the port consolidates its operations eastwards, the land made available will be explored for alternative uses. Public access will be an important part of any development. For more information see the Port Development Plan.
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