Specific design features for Ngau Matau, Sorrento Bay and Whiorau (Lowry) Bay

Beach access points

Two types of coastal access stairs have been developed for the design of Tupua Horo Nuku (‘mini steps’ and ‘standard steps’), and some bays will feature ramps to access beach areas. Ngau Matau, Sorrento Bay and Whiorau (Lowry) Bay feature a combination of ‘mini steps’ and ramps. Mini steps have been selected as we are retaining and upgrading the ramps which currently exist within these bays. The landings, which are a key feature of the standard steps, will be incorporated as part of the ramps.

Bus stops

An important consideration has been the design of the bus stops within the Eastern Bays. They have been designed so that the shared path passes behind the bus shelter, meaning people moving along the shared path, and people getting on and off buses are safely separated. We have selected their locations based on an assessment that balances safety features and encroachment into the marine environment.

Planting and seating areas

The designs for Ngau Matau, Sorrento Bay and Whiorau (Lowry) Bay include a number of planting and seating areas, incorporated within existing headlands, or within the new shared path near bus stops and beach access points.

Parking

It is proposed to remove four carparks from Ngau Matau to allow for the path to pass through and to provide a rest area. Some informal parking beside the bus stop at Ngau Matau are being turned into eight parallel parks. Please refer to the draft design plan for specific locations. There will be a buffer between the line marking of the car park and the edge of the shared path, which will provide space to minimise any risk to cyclists and pedestrians from doors swinging open.

There are no proposed changes to parking in Whiorau (Lowry) Bay.

If you have thoughts on any or all of these features, you can let us know your feedback here.