A slip on the Waikareao Estuary walkway has raised concerns by frequent users of the popular track.

The 9km loop track outlines the Waikareao Estuary and is used by walkers, runners and cyclists.

A damaged section of the track has been recently identified at the Novella Place exit to the walkway.

Rusty Kane, a frequent user of the track, says the slip is a safety concern to the many different people who use it.

'School children and mothers with prams use it every day to access the sports fields, the kindergarten and the Waikareao Estuary from Novella Place to Kingswood Rd,” says Rusty.

'It's been a year and this track is still not fixed.”

Tauranga City Council parks and recreation manager Mark smith says the section was damaged during Cyclone Cook and Cyclone Debbie earlier this year.

'Since then it has been inspected and monitored regularly to ensure it is still safe.”

'Currently this track is on contract for maintenance,” says Mark. 'The repair to this section is a significant piece of work which requires detailed engineering and specific design.

'We're seeking an engineering design solution to repair this section of walkway due to the steep and erosive terrain, and soil type.”

He says staff are working having this solution by the end of the financial year.

'The majority of the track remains open, safe and accessible for all users,” says Mark.

'Visitors should proceed with caution and let us know if it deteriorates further.”