What was proposed
The proposal was to make Barnett Peak the official name of a 1513m peak just south-southeast of Bannister (peak) in Tararua Range.
Outcome
The Board considered all submissions received for this proposal at its 13 October 2026 hui. The Board upheld the objections and the proposal was declined.
Reports
At its hui on 30 June 2026 the Board considered this report on the proposal, which is updated with the Board’s decision. The proposal was notified for two months so that the public could make submissions supporting or objecting to the proposed name.
At its hui on 13 October 2026 the Board considered this report on the proposal, which is updated with the Board’s decision.
Media
6 August 2026 - Public invited to have their say on Barnett Peak proposal