The mangrove boardwalk built by Te Ngahere at Hobson Bay offers walkers a unique perspective, providing public access to previously non-accessible muddy areas of the mangrove saltmarsh environment, and all weather access along the coastal foreshore.

Effectively linking two Auckland City reserves, the boardwalk is constructed with marine grade timber and stainless steel fixings, and weaves for 425 metres along the coastline. A 1.5 metre clear span, a viewing platform and passing bays were included in the design to increase the functionality of the structure.

•  given the sensitive work environment, all phases of the project were undertaken without machinery
   i.e. handtools only, including a hand-held auger to excavate the 500 footings
•  sections of boardwalk had to be constructed over the lower limbs, and around the bases of mature pohutukawa
•  handrails were kept to a minimum, and were only present where fall height was a safety issue

View the Mangrove Boardwalk Gallery