The draft Management Plan was approved by the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board in April 2025.
McLeans Grassland Park is a thriving ecological heritage area where indigenous biodiversity, cultural values and landscapes are protected, enhanced, and restored. Conservation is balanced with compatible recreational opportunities, ensuring that all activities respect and preserve the reserve’s natural values for future generations.
McLeans Grassland Reserve Management Plan [PDF, 1.5 MB]
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