Albatross Reserve

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Location

Suburb
Whitby

Primary Purpose of Reserve
Recreational & Ecological Linkages

Values & Outcomes

Heritage values

None.

Natural values

Totara, some amenity planting of native vegetation near rear boundary.

9 (E1A1) Small forest remnant and wetland.

Recreation values

Amenity, flat open space.

Other values

This is not a Crown Derived Reserve.

Utilities (Important): Sewer.

Utilities (Minor): Stormwater.

Outcomes sought
  1. Protect the forest remnant, and maintain the ecological connection between James Cook Scenic Reserve and Endeavour Park, promoting healthy ecological functioning through animal and plant pest control.  Enhance riparian planting as funding opportunities allow, for improved riparian and wetland habitat.  Protect wetland from contaminants, through careful land management.

  2. Encourage casual community use of the reserve by providing flat grassed open space.

Legal Description

Appellation Reserve Act Classification Gazette notices
Lot 3 DP 59924 Local Purpose Reserve (Neighbourhood)

Other information

Information Description
Parcel Area (ha) 0.23
District Plan Zones Open Space
Leases/Easements/Licences

None.

Scale Local
Village Whitby
Ground Shaking No
Landslide Susceptibility No
Tsunami Evacuation Zone No
Liquefaction Zone No