Evaluate existing approaches to planning and managing tourist related developments in natural
areas; define an integrated model for application in multi-stakeholder management contexts
(with a particular focus on Māori stakeholders), and pilot, evaluate and refine that model.
Contribute to the strategic objective of developing a "dynamic tourism industry which is
environmentally, socially, culturally and economically sustainable". Provide direction
for integration of these components and ways to manage sometimes competing requirements
of tourism and recreation activities, cultural and amenity values, and the conservation of
natural areas.