Feedback summary

Early engagement on the Central Wharves project closed on 11 May 2025. Thank you to everyone who had their say.

Please see the summary of public engagement report, and our video summary.

We received 335 pieces of feedback. The key themes mentioned in terms of what people would like to see and experience on the site included:

• Publicly accessible spaces, seating & viewing
• Trees, planting & green spaces
• Family activities & playgrounds
• Food & beverage, cafes, bars, restaurants
• Sports activities (e.g. multi-sport courts, skating facilities)
• Opportunities to engage with the water (e.g. fishing / swimming)
• Events & performance (e.g. theatre, amphitheatre, movies)
• Art, sculpture & craft
• Walking & cycling trails
• Retail, markets & commercial operations

All feedback is now being considered alongside technical data and input from partners and stakeholders. Feedback will help form the development of the Draft Masterplan, which we will consult Aucklanders on.

Developing a Central Wharves Masterplan

In 2024, Auckland Council endorsed the Port Precinct Framework Plan. This indicative plan considered options for the future of the whole port precinct.

Our first step is to test the Framework Plan ideas specific to the central wharves and the surrounding waterspace.

We have spoken to Mana Whenua partners, technical specialists, waterfront stakeholders and the community to hear people's input.

How we will use your feedback

We will use your feedback, alongside technical data and input from our partners, specialists and stakeholders to develop a draft masterplan for further testing.

We want to develop the central wharves area to:

• improve the health and mauri of Te Waitematā Harbour and the waterfront environment
• provide improved public spaces and areas for events
• celebrate our unique heritage and culture
• deliver a more suitable base for cruise ships
• separate cruise ship operations from ferry activities
• create opportunities for investment, quality commercial development and economic growth.

See the project page for more detail.

Have your say on the Framework Plan

Feedback is now closed.

We asked:

• What you think of the potential role and function of each of the central wharves outlined in the Framework Plan.
• What else you would like to see and experience in each of the spaces.
• What else should we consider as part of our planning.

How you can have your say

To have your say you could:

• Drop pins on the interactive map below telling us what you’d like to see
• Fill in the online feedback form
• Come to the information days on Queens Wharf to enjoy FREE family friendly activities and talk to our team

Have Your Say

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Interactive Map

Out interactive map allows you to drop pins to let us know what you would like to see for the central wharves.

• Selecting the green information symbols on the map will show you more information on each wharf and what is suggested in the Framework Plan.
• The black question mark icon next to the address bar at the top of the map has full instructions on how to leave a pin drop on the map.
• You can also view and like other people's comments.
• Your feedback and screen name will be published but no other details including your email address will be made available to the public.