STRATEGY
2026-2028
FOR PARKS PRIORITY AREAS
ADVOCACY, CHAMPIONING AND EDUCATING
Being the voice for the funding, integrity and future of the network.
Key Activities for 26/27:
Refreshed FOR Parks operational plan, Communications and Engagement Plan
Position paper on the Value of Parks
POLICY AND PLANNING ENGAGEMENT
Targeted work on policies and plans to protect and enhance the network.
Key Activities for 26/27:
Engagement on the Auckland Council Long-term Plan, Indigenous Biodiversity Strategy and the Waitakere Ranges Recreation and Track Plan.
VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT
An on-the-ground presence that builds trust with rangers and Council, and grows our membership.
Key Activities for 26/27:
A volunteer strategy, continued on-the-ground work in Waitakere Ranges, Te Muri and Hamlins Hill.
WE NEED YOU...
Keen to support this work and get more involved, either on the FOR Parks Committee, the Advisory Group or a specific project? Please get in touch!
Contact us at admin@forparks.org.nz or talk to one of us later today.
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has”
We need your thoughts and perspectives. What do you think we have right? What have we got wrong? What can we do to support your work? Your feedback will help us build the final strategy, and will influence how we approach the rest of our work programme .