Boasting some of the Bay of Plenty's best views, it's not surprising that Te Rae o Pāpāmoa visitor numbers have skyrocketed. It's also one of the most significant cultural and archaeological landscapes in New Zealand and a much-needed upgrade is well under way. "This project at Pāpāmoa Hills Cultural Heritage Regional Park is one that's been talked about for a long time," Pim de Monchy from the Bay of Plenty Regional Council said. "We finally get a chance to tell our story about Te Rae o Pāpāmoa," Whareoteriri Rahiri of Waitaha said. The next step is to do a detailed design and an "expression of interest" with construction contractors in the region.

Source: New Zealand Herald April 07, 2021 00:22 UTC