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Urenui and Onaero Local Adaptation Plan

We’re working with the Urenui and Onaero communities to plan how we respond to the impacts of climate change and to explore the opportunities to shape our future.

As our climate changes, we’ll see more pressure on our coastlines, rivers and infrastructure. Local adaptation planning helps us understand these risks, look at our options, and imagine what we want for our communities in the years ahead — including how we protect the places and things we love.

This is about working together - bringing local knowledge, community values, and technical information into the same conversation - to create a shared vision and identify practical, place-based actions.

We’re partnering with Ngāti Mutunga as mana whenua, and with the community to ensure the plans reflect what matters most, both now and for future generations.

What is local adaptation planning about?

Urenui and Onaero are already experiencing coastal hazards such as erosion and changing environmental conditions. A Local Adaptation Plan sets out the possible actions to respond to a changing climate. The plan isn’t about locking in decisions straight away, but about guiding future choices.

Through local adaptation planning, we can:

  • Better understand risks and opportunities for a thriving future.
  • Inform our decision-making for homes, infrastructure and the environment.
  • Strengthen community resilience and preparedness.
  • Bring people together to shape a pathway forward.

How else can you get involved?

Other opportunities to participate include:

  • Wider Summer engagement (2027)
    Draft plans will be shared for wider feedback, including opportunities for residents, ratepayers and visitors to have their say.
  • Ongoing updates and information
    We will provide updates and ways to get involved as the project progresses.

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Project timeline

  • July–September 2026
    Community wānanga (a series of workshops)
  • Late 2026
    Development of draft adaptation options and pathways
  • Summer 2026/2027
    Community engagement on the draft plans
  • 2027
    Final Local Adaptation Plans presented to Council for endorsement

What we’re aiming for

This project is expected to result in Local Adaptation Plans. These plans will:

  • Outline key climate risks and opportunities for thriving.
  • Reflect community values and priorities.
  • Identify practical adaptation options and pathways.
  • Provide a clear basis for future decision-making and investment.

Stay involved

If you would like to know more, please Contact us.

Page last updated: 03:36pm Mon 20 July 2026

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