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Marineland was closed to the public on 11 September 2008 following the passing of Kelly, Marineland’s last remaining dolphin.

Following the consultation process, on 17 December 2008 Council passed a resolution – summarised as follows:

Limited re-opening

  • 20 December 2008 to end of April 2009 school holidays (or earlier)
  • No formal shows
  • Low key opportunity to view animals
  • Reduced entry fee to be charged
  • Information signage to be placed on site

    • Investigate a new attraction

  • Capitalise on Marineland brand
  • Based on marine animals
  • Coastal discovery
  • Environmental education

    • New attraction to include

  • Underwater viewing area
  • Multi use performance platform
  • Café
  • Maori history
  • Stories of the region

    • New attraction should

  • Maximise views of the ocean
  • Include natural layout and landscaping

    • Following ideas can jointly be investigated:

  • Adventure park
  • Water park
  • Transport connecting Marine Parade attractions, Port and Ahuriri
  • Improved transport hub/welcome centre

    • Investigate public / private partnerships

    Plan drawn up and prices for new attraction to be established

    Future development be referred to public consultation

    Submissions of Emily Otto, Robin Steward and 3D Creative be given further consideration

    Contact Marineland:

    Phone +64 6 834 4027
    Fax +64 6 834 4027

    Marine Parade, Napier

    Email: info@marineland.co.nz

    Senior Supervisor:

    Mr Regan Beckett
    c/o Marineland of New Zealand
    Napier
    reganb@marineland.co.nz

    Education Officer:

    Jacque Wilton
    c/o Marineland of New Zealand
    Napier
    education@marineland.co.nz

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