We call upon Hutt City Council to recognise the historic, recreational, cultural and amenity values of Petone Wharf, and to include provision in the 2024 to 2034 Long Term Plan for its progressive repair and reopening for public use. 

Since urgent repairs were undertaken following the Kaikoura earthquakes, the wharf has been closed and left to deteriorate and money set aside for maintenance has not been fully spent. The much-loved and heritage-protected public asset is currently not able to be used for casual walking, relaxing, fishing, bird-watching and the myriad of other uses it once had. 

The Council is now proposing to budget $6M for the complete demolition of our wharf.  This money should instead be the basis for a rational and affordable programme of maintenance and repair over several years, so that present and future generations can once again enjoy our wharf – for less than the $6M proposed for demolition.

You can find out more about our campaign on our FB page Save Petone Wharf 2024 - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555961834853