VEHICLE IN DUNES

Our dunes and the areas between them are a delicate ecosystem. They are vital in helping to protect the estuary, its natural wildlife and the township, from the effects of weather events, especially in this age of climatic change.

Vehicles and trailbikes damage this delicate environment. They should not be there, and this is clearly indicated by signs and supported by the Public Places Bylaw.

Please report any vehicles or trailbikes in the dune environment, or if they are behaving dangerously anywhere.

For dangerous or unsociable behaviour – Ring 111

For other events – make a report

Here's what to do to make a report:

Take photos if safe to do so, try to get at least some of the number plate if there is one.
Most important: Note the date and time and location.
Either
- email all that along with a brief description of the incident and your contact details to foxtonandbeach@cpnz.org.nz
Or
- Fill in our form either by hand on a printed form or on your computer.
- Click on thumbnail opposite to download form.
- Or get it from Wildlife Foxton Trust at 207 Seabury Avenue, Foxton Beach.
- Or email ramsarfoxtonbeach@gmail.com or phone 022-684-9813 and ask for it electronically or to be popped in your letterbox.

Report and Recommendations of the Vehicles National Workshop. 12th October 2005. Executive Summary

RUBBISH DUMPING

The dumping of rubbish on the beach and in the dunes is a major on-going problem and one that needs addressing. It is not just general littering which a number of visitors to the estuary, both local and from out of town, pick up and dispose of in the appropriate manner but the area is used for burning stolen vehicles and large amounts of household material.

It is also frequently used for dumping garden waste which, apart from being unsightly helps to introduce and spread new pest plant species in an area which has some unique endemic plant species, several of which are on the threatened list.