Thames-Coromandel District Council has received approval from Waikato Regional Council to undertake maintenance dredging at the Esplanade Boat Ramp, Whitianga, from 23 to 25 September 2026.
The dredging is required to remove accumulated sediment that has reduced navigable water depths and created a navigational hazard for vessels using the boat ramp. The works are supported by the recreational harbourmaster as necessary to maintain safe vessel access.
The Whitianga Esplanade Boat Ramp will be closed to public use from 23 to 25 September 2026 while dredging works are underway.
Where suitable, dredged material may be beneficially reused for beach nourishment purposes at an approved nourishment location under Council’s existing beach nourishment consent. This approach was also used during previous Esplanade Boat Ramp dredging works.
Council thanks the public for their patience and cooperation while these important maintenance works are completed.
