Coastal erosion poses a significant threat to archaeological sites in Aotearoa/New Zealand, as it can result in the permanent removal of these invaluable cultural and historical places. According to Heritage New Zealand, any place in Aotearoa associated with human activity that occurred before 1900 and provides or may provide evidence relating to the history of New Zealand through investigation by archaeological site. Approximately 12% (9054) of all known archaeological sites in Aotearoa are situated within 1km of sandy coastlines.
