Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act

This dataset represents marine protection areas established under the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act 2025. These areas include marine reserves, seafloor protection zones, and high protection areas within the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana, designed to enhance biodiversity and ecosystem resilience. The dataset is a subset of the Department of Conservation’s Protected Areas dataset, focusing on statutory protections specific to the Hauraki Gulf. It provides authoritative spatial boundaries to support conservation planning, marine management, and public awareness. For legislative details, see: Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act 2025.