A proposed vehicle ban on Marlborough's east coast has been welcomed by conservationists. The East Coast Protection group heard the news while hosting a public information day in Ward on Thursday, where scientists and community groups came together to discuss coastal ecosystems. East Coast Protection group chair Rick Stolwerk said they wanted to create more community interest in the area. ALICE ANGELONI/STUFF East Coast Protection Group committee member Rob Peter holds a photo of a thriving ecosystem at the lighthouse peninsula in 2014 prior to the Kaikōura earthquake. SUPPLIED The East Coast Protection group have had grave concerns for seabirds nesting on the beach.

Source: Stuff December 01, 2019 16:52 UTC