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Wynyard Point
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The journey - experience Wynyard Point's potential
Wynyard Point has the potential to provide a flow of different experiences for
workers, residents and visitors to the area.
Wynyard Point's mix of marine activities in a location so close to the CBD makes
it a unique part of the city where people can get to the water's edge and enjoy
the action of a working waterfront.
In the future, Wynyard Point could offer a journey of different experiences from
parks, events, jetties for fishing, markets and shops to watching fishing boats,
cruise liners and super yachts.
There are also several issues to think about before the area is rezoned, like
the balance of open space and development and possible transport solutions.
Te Wero bridge
Entry to Wynyard Point from the CBD could start by crossing the Te Wero bridge,
connecting Viaduct Harbour with Wynyard Point.
This could be an iconic opening
bridge for pedestrians and public transport allowing boats access in and out of
the Viaduct Harbour.
Marine events precinct
The marine events precinct could be the venue for the city's great waterfront
events, with land-based facilities, berthage, water access and the calm water of
the Viaduct Harbour.
Jellicoe Street hub, fishing and seaside promenades
The events precinct could link to the hub of Wynyard Point ten minutes from the CBD. It could be a great area for people to get to the water, visit fish and
fresh produce markets, take part in public activities, enjoy local cafes and
bars, with areas to sit, relax and enjoy the magnificent northerly views to
North Head and Rangitoto Island beyond.
Harbour and wharf space is needed in this precinct for fishing operations to
continue which, in itself, could add to the attractions of the precinct.
Approximately two kilometres of promenades could continue around the edge of
Wynyard Wharf where people can see the working waterfront in action. Auckland City's long-term goal is to link the waterfront promenades with
Westhaven Marina.
Open space
Due to the land's industrial nature, Wynyard Point currently has no public open
space and no quality esplanade areas where people can enjoy the sea.
New development will require enhanced public access and quality open space for
new residents and occupants.
Given its accessible CBD location, Wynyard Point
also has the potential to provide the wider city with a diverse range of open
space experiences, such as the parks and esplanade reserves.
The northern park
A large park on the peninsula could be a citywide asset with magnificent views,
a connection to the water's edge and enough space for many different kinds of
activities. A public building or artwork could be located in this vicinity
maximising its unique location.
The linking park
The long, narrow park along the length of the peninsula could link Victoria Park
to the new park at the tip of the point. It could be a tree-lined boulevard
punctuated with smaller open spaces.
It could be a pedestrian focussed street and an attractive setting for
surrounding businesses and residents.
The central park
A central park on Daldy Street could be a focal point for local residents and
workers linked to Victoria Park a green boulevard.
This should be at least half a hectare (about the size of a rugby field).
The western edge
Esplanade reserves from the northern point along the magical western edge of
Wynyard Point could enable people to enjoy some of the benefits of the westerly
aspect:
- evening sun and sunsets
- panoramic views of Westhaven Marina, the
Harbour Bridge and the upper Waitemata Harbour.
Given the area's predominant westerly winds, larger open spaces in this area may not be practical.
The scale and location of the maritime industry
Located along the western edge of Wynyard Point the marine industry precinct
could provide the 'shop front' location of this important regional industry.
Further south, people could then be able to enjoy the working maritime industry
along the western edge, from watching boat building and boat maintenance to mast
stepping and other intriguing related activities.
The extent of marine industry on the edge and/or in a more central location is
an issue for further debate. A central element of the decision-making will be
whether an alternative location can be found within the Auckland region for the
current 1500 tonne slipways to service the marine, fishing and ferry fleet.
Transport solutions
Access to Wynyard Point is a key challenge because the area is constrained by
limited entry points on Fanshawe Street.
Transport solutions must have a strong
focus on enabling walking, cycling and passenger transport options to encourage
people to use alternatives to private cars. Solutions must also address the
likely increase in vehicles, including buses, wanting to get in and out of the
Wynyard Point onto Fanshawe Street.
To provide access for workers, residents and visitors, new dedicated public
transport services connecting Wynyard Point to Britomart and the rest of
Auckland are needed. The Te Wero bridge that caters for passenger transport and
cycling and walking would be a key connection to Britomart and the centre of the
CBD.
Changes must occur on Fanshawe Street as it will still be the key access point
into the for buses, trucks and cars.
Auckland City is working with key
stakeholders and Transit New Zealand to assess what changes are possible.
Changes that are currently being explored included an underpass under Halsey Street,
a one-way system around Victoria Park, new intersections along Fanshawe Street
and pedestrian overbridges.
Building heights
Several options have been explored to determine the height of buildings that
suit the area and Wynyard Point's prime location on the waters' edge, close to
the CBD.
Wynyard Point's large land area of 35 hectares means that it is
appropriate to allow some taller buildings south of Jellicoe Street, while
maintaining important views to the volcanic cones and surrounds.
Two separate approaches to development on Wynyard Point have been identified:
- the area to the south of Jellicoe Street is envisaged for mixed-use
development (ie commercial, retail, residential) with a spine of 10-16
storeys along Daldy Street, stepping down to buildings of around 4-6 storeys
high at the waters edge
- the area north of Jellicoe Street, as a headland, in the foreground of the
CBD will have a lower scale of development, ie buildings of 4-6 storeys.
Funding
Auckland City wants to focus its resources on providing high quality public
spaces and infrastructure. There needs to be a balance struck between the
level of public space the council provides and the cost to ratepayers.
Auckland City proposes that most of the cost of public infrastructure, such as parks and
transport services, are funded through the development itself, such as
residential buildings. But it is likely that some ratepayer contribution could
be needed.
If consultation reveals the public desire more open space than is outlined in
the current proposals, there could be a significant increase in the cost to
ratepayers and a greater amount of development, such as taller tower blocks on
some parts of the point.
Environment
Hazardous facilities have been located on Wynyard Point since the early 1920s.
How these are relocated needs to be agreed before new activities can occur. The
transition of hazardous bulk liquids from the area, and remediation of
contaminated land to the best extent possible, needs to be completed before
development work starts.
New development has the potential to be a model for environmental sustainability
in New Zealand by using the latest technology for improved stormwater management
and energy efficiency.
