Ōwairaka and Wesley water upgrades

Project overview

We are undertaking upgrades to the water network to cater for current and future development and population growth in the area. The project involves the construction of approximately 4,200 metres of new watermain. A new bulk supply point will also be constructed as part of the project.

The project will enable growth and development in the area.

Current works

The map below shows each project area and the different stages of work.

Update on our section of works on Richardson Road, Mount Albert

Our crew has been working on Richardson Road from 2024 and are making good progress.

Update on works near the underpass to Kukuwai Park (Hendon Ave Reserve)

Since mid February 2025 our crews have been constructing a 610mm-diameter pipe adjacent to Richardson Road bridge which crosses over Oakley Creek. The underpass to Kukuwai Park (Hendon Avenue Reserve) has been closed since work began.

We expect to reopen the underpass in late August, however will need to close it again for three working days in September to allow us to install the final barrier.

We realise that this section of works has been disruptive to the local community, and we thank you for your patience while we have undertaken this mahi.

Remaining work on Richardson Rd

We still have a small section of watermain to complete from approximately the pipe bridge (near Kukuwai Park/Hendon Avenue Reserve) to outside approximately 175 Richardson Road.

Our crews are also currently working near the corner of La Veta Avenue and Richardson Road. We estimate we will be finished these works by approximately mid-September.

We will have finished out last section of works on Richardson Road by late 2025.

Update on our current works on Memorial Avenue, Mt Roskill

Construction began on the watermain on Memorial Avenue between Mount Roskill Road and Dominion Road on July 21.

These works are progressing well, and we estimate this section of work will be completed by late September.

We will keep the community informed about our future section of works on Memorial Avenue. We expect to have finished all sections on Memorial Avenue by late 2025.

Please refer to the map below showing the works area and the extent of our closure.

How will this affect you?

• Working hours will be between 7am and 6pm Monday to Saturday. Saturday work will only happen if needed.
• Please allow extra time for travelling. There will be times when machinery will need to move to allow vehicles to pass by.
• Street parking within the work zone will be restricted. Please park within your property if possible.
• Pedestrian access will be maintained. There may be times where foot traffic is detoured to keep everyone safe.
• Construction works will create noise, vibration, and dust. We endeavour to keep disruption to a minimum and will be working in accordance with the levels under the Auckland Unitary Plan.