Positive Impacts

• 260,000 native plants

• 800 Kauri trees

• 1.2 million bees

• 39Ha of land restored to native vegetation

• 0 carbon emissions – aim to be carbon neutral by 2024

• 0 development waste taken to landfill

Living Systems 

Vermont Street Partners will execute a plan to rejuvenate and protect over 39 hectares of native vegetation within Lake View Estate. Wetlands and other natural features that were drained for agricultural activities will be restored with more than 260,000 native plants - at least 800 of these will be majestic Kauri.  

Coastal wetlands are some of the most endangered habitats on the planet. Despite the ability to sequester carbon 35-57 times faster than tropical forests, more than 90% of New Zealand’s coastal wetlands have been removed or destroyed. Wetlands feed our native birds, provide nurseries for endangered native fish, clean our water, and are the most cost-effective solution to flood and drought protection.

Through our ecological plan we will also enhance existing native forest blocks. Existing streams and pool watercourses within the Estate has what is considered to be one of the best and most pristine kōkopu pools. Kōkopu (banded kōkopu Galaxias fasciatus) are New Zealand endemic freshwater fish and all are threatened.

Alongside our wetland restoration project, a further 16 hectares will be planted with natives to enhance and integrate the estate into the environment. Read more about our Ecology Project

“This development will transform a traditional dairy farm and create a unique peri-urban community that embraces the biodiversity of the area. The site has a range of high value habitats which will be filled with endemic species that will take advantage of the large amount of revegetation.” 

— MANU DAVISON PhD (ECOLOGY)

Bees are a vital part of an interconnected ecosystem. Lake View Estate will be home to at least 24 beehives, which allows 1.2 million honeybees to feast on pockets of flora within the Estate, helping us to pollinate our native forests, surrounding gardens and food crops.

Carbon

We recognise the need to measure and mitigate our greenhouse gas emissions. Step one in this process is undertaking a baseline carbon footprint. From here, our efforts will focus on carbon neutrality for Stage Two of Lake View Estate by the end of 2024.

Community

Mangawhai is a dedicated community who roll up their sleeves to protect its coastline, landscapes and people. We are proud to support local organisations that provide vital services in our neighbourhood, including:

• Te Whai Community Trust who provide social services for our community

• Mangawhai Activity Zone (MAZ) who deliver an incredible recreational facility for youth to grow, develop and explore

• Sustainable Kaipara who develop waste solutions to regenerate and protect the Kaipara environment

Find out more here >>

Waste and Built Environment

Transitioning from a linear economy to a circular economy is a fundamental step in our progress towards sustainability. Waste or unused resources, must be kept in productive use for as long as possible rather than sent to landfill. During the land development we will use all fill on site and mulch any green waste on site for use in landscaping.

We recognise that most of the waste will occur in the built environment after we have completed the land development. However, any positive influence we can provide in this area will be embraced. As such, we have pledged to support Sustainable Kaipara's Building Out Waste in Mangawhai Feasibility Study.

This feasibility study will allow Sustainable Kaipara to understand the local building waste problem and identify solutions to start turning the dial on this significant issue. We look forward to sharing more info in 2022.

Each purchaser will also be given a written guide for managing construction waste in Mangawhai. We believe this has the potential to divert thousands of tonnes from landfill.

Masterplan >> Enquire Now >>