Why did we save the jetty? What will it be used for?

There are many ways the new jetty can be used. Read more

A 2022 study by Lincoln University found that jetties are deeply valued by people in a variety of ways. Many use jetties for a range of recreational activities such as fishing, walking along the jetty, jumping off it, and using it to launch a kayak or boat from were a common response. However, many people also emphasised that the jetties offered much more than their functional purposes. As one interviewee put it: “I don’t think you have to use something for it to be precious.” Read more

The authors also kindly wrote a short report specifically about Governors Bay Jetty.