Why do national park plans favour development over protection – Nicky Snoyink for Forest & Bird

January 22, 2019News and ArticlesMackenzie Guardians

A draft plan for Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park tries to 'balance' increased commercial tourism development against preservation, but Nicky Snoyink argues that this is wrong, because the park's
capacity is limited.

OPINION: As tourism numbers grow, New Zealand’s national parks are coming under siege. Car parks are bulging, helicopters are buzzing, and developers are taking note.

Submissions on two National Park Plans due 4 February 2019.