the listing of the Walpole Wilderness as World Heritage.

Protecting our unique natural environment and sustainable growth.

No loss of Wilderness and increasing Wilderness area, and a vibrant and creative township. Retaining the sense of peace and tranquility.

a model for how small towns thrives without losing their soul

Outstanding tourism, job opportunities and access to affordable housing.

I would be proud if Walpole was recognised for its ancient forests, pristine rivers, and wild coastline; for a community that values nature,

Having a kick a r s e off road motor bike area just out of town. How hard could it be to bulldozer some tracks, oh no the trees.

Being welcoming to all visitors and able to provide all the services they require.

Banning short stay accommodation and having housing for families

A sustainable, self sufficient community

For proactive collaboration between community and local government /council in delivering and maintaining community success

Clean air, no chemicals - with local produce markets

selling our soul.

Losing any Wilderness Losing peace and tranquility

overrun by short-term accommodation tourism is important, we need to ensure that growth doesn’t come at the cost of our lifestyle

Loss of amazing natural forests, diverse wildlife and our quiet lifestyle

I hope we have avoided losing Walpole’s forests, rivers, wildlife, and community spirit to exploitation or destructive land use.

Losing shops/cafes/services we already have in place by not supporting them.

Over regulation!

being shot down by Government regulation when trying to innovate

becoming a ghost town full of airbnbs. we need a vibrant, youthful community year round. not 3 weeks a year.

Disharmony

Being held in the past by people who don’t want change or don’t like visitors to their town.

Ageing out. We need to encourage more younger families to the area, however need more opportunities for work and play