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The Mahurangi Action plans show a range of facilities which could be developed along the Mahurangi River.
A vision for the future development of the Warkworth waterfront was presented to the Rodney Local Board this month.
Mahurangi Action Inc members Cimino Cole and architect and designer Jefferson Chapple presented plans which included a series of information kiosks, a performance area near the boat ramp and a structure to be used for market days.
Mr Chapple said it was time to start a discussion in Warkworth about how to enhance the town’s river frontage.
The plans included about 12 “environment portals”, or sheds, between the Bridgehouse and the Cement Works. The sheds would have information about the history and the environmental values of the area.
“They would be spaced a few hundred metres apart to encourage people to progress to the next one. Together they would form a trail right along the riverside,” Mr Chapple said.
“The work doesn’t have to be done all at once. Different groups can contribute and build when they can and as funds allow.”
Plans for a maritime-theme hub at the Warkworth Wharf were also unveiled.
“It could be a structure which could house Sunday markets and be used for civic occasions.”
The group planned to make presentations to other Warkworth groups, including the Warkworth Area Business Association.
“This is just the collected conclusions of a small group of people. We are open to any ideas. We want to start the discussion.”
Board member Steven Garner said it was a great idea.
“The riverside is the gem of the area but it hasn’t been a focal point of Warkworth. This needs to change and this kind of thing could drive that. The ability to do one piece at a time is fantastic.”
The concept drawings were completed using a $1100 community grant from the Board last year.
