Mangawhai sandspit faces economic risk after significant sand loss
Monday 16 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated 
Community leaders and experts have warned that the Mangawhai sandspit faces a potential $100 million economic disaster. Recent findings confirm the area has lost more than 420,000 tonnes of its unique, non-replenishing sand, raising fears regarding the future of the coastal settlement.