Proposed Marina

The proposed Hobbs Bay Marina is an exciting new addition to the Whangaparaoa Peninsula. Early concept plans include:

• Around 350 marina berths, including some superyacht berths
• A membership-based boat ramp with trailer parking
• A purpose-designed swimming beach and public reserve and community-focused recreational spaces

Positioned alongside the existing Gulf Harbour Marina, this development aims to complement the area's vibrant marine culture while enhancing community access and enjoyment.

Timing is key. Once the Hobbs Bay Estate subdivision is complete, constructing the marina becomes significantly more difficult due to limited access for construction equipment. Seeking fast-track approval allows us to act while infrastructure access is optimal and minimise disruption to future residents. This proposal also directly responds to a well-documented need: there’s a serious shortage of boat launching and vessel maintenance on land hardstand facilities in the area, and long delays at veesel launching ramps frustrating many local boaties. Our development aims to alleviate this issue while delivering long-term value to the Auckland boating community.

A range of resource consents plus approval to cross an esplanade reserve. All of these can be secured under the Fast-track Appprovals Act. We’ve submitted a Fast-Track referral application to the Ministry for the Environment. A team of experienced consultants is working across various disciplines to ensure all environmental, legal, and compliance requirements under New Zealand law are thoroughly addressed.

Yes. The marina is being designed with trailer boat users in mind. A dedicated membership-based boat ramp will provide an alternative to the congested Gulf Harbour ramp, with ample manoeuvring space and trailer parking to support safe and efficient access.

Inspired by the success of our manmade beaches at Pauanui, Whitianga and Marsden Cove, the Hobbs Bay beach will be a safe and attractive swimming spot for families and locals. Designed as a public asset, this space will encourage community interaction and outdoor recreation year-round.

Our expert ecologists have assessed the proposal and advised that the marina will have minimal impact on local marine life and bird species. Environmental management plans are being developed to address any concerns and to ensure the ecosystem is protected throughout development and operation.

Berth pricing and leasing structures are yet to be finalised, as we are still in the early stages of design. Updates will be shared as more details become available.

Current plans include:

• A hardstand area with vessel hull washing facilities for boaties and other marina users adjacent the water’s edge to enable vessel hull cleaning and adjacent on land hardstanding of vessel for vessel maintenance.
- The concept plan includes boat sheds where vessel maintenance can be competed indoors in a controlled environment.
- A small dry stack facility serviced by a forklift to lift smaller vessels from the water and store them on the adjacent land reclamation.

• A public beach and recreational zone including an extensive network of public walkways around the reclamation and out onto the breakwater.

• A possible water’s edge Coastguard and other marine agency base with convenient connected to on-water berths exclusively for agency vessels, such as Fisheries and Police.

A fuel dock is not planned, as this service is already available at the neighboring Gulf Harbour Marina.

• 300-340 on water berths, ranging from 14m to 25m, with some larger superyacht berths to be investigated in the detailed design phase.

• Membership-based boat launching ramp and trailer parking, adjacent the on-land small vessel dry stack facility.

Traffic and infrastructure assessments have been undertaken by our engineers. Their reports show that existing road networks can accommodate the marina, and necessary upgrades to the local pumpstation will support water and wastewater needs without burdening the current system.

Security gates and surveillance cameras will monitor main walkways, ensuring berth holder safety. Health and safety protocols will be rigorously implemented, and we’re exploring opportunities for Coastguard to have a base on-site, providing an additional layer of marine safety.

Yes. The marina will be open and operational throughout all seasons, catering to both summer and year-round boating.