Mangroves have destroyed bird life and fish species habitats in the Mangere inlet and the dense mangrove forest and quagmire have obliterated Favona’s white sandy beaches, preventing access to our coastal treasures by our communities for traditional and recreational activities.
Our submission for the eradication of mangroves and the restoration of our coastal treasures is peer-reviewed by the top independent coastal scientists in New Zealand who are at the forefront of mangrove ecology and large scale removal programs.
The submission provides are full template for mangrove eradication for councils and DOC to adopt.
Full Submission: