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 with sections ranging from 200mm to 610mm in diameter, A new bulk supply point will also be constructed as part of the project. These works are supporting Kāinga Ora housing development in the area.

Current works

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

Richardson Road- Oakley Creek pipe bridge works

Our crew started works in mid-February 2025 to construct a 610mm-diameter pipe adjacent to Richardson Road bridge which crosses over Oakley Creek. These works are progressing well and are estimated to take approximately a further four months to complete.

To support this work, a temporary platform will be built on the southern side of the bridge which will host a crane to assist with piling and installing the pipe. There will also be work on the northern side of the bridge where the retaining wall is located.

While the work is being carried out, and for the safety of the public, the Oakley Creek under-pass walkway and cycleway will be closed.

We will have a different way of getting to the other side of the bridge with lots of signs to guide you along the way.

Please refer to the below map for the works area.

La Veta Avenue connecting into the Mt Albert Ōwairaka Reservoir

Work to lay the watermain on the top section of La Veta Avenue and connect into the reservoir located on Mt Albert/Ōwairaka commenced in mid-January 2025. Works are progressing well and are on track to be completed by approximately mid-May 2025. Please note we will need to return in May 2026 to complete our final connections in this area.

The proposed work includes the installation of a 610mm diameter pipe, which connects to the existing network located within Ōwairaka Domain. The installation will replace the redundant 310mm diameter pipeline and be installed using an open cut trench methodology.

While the removal of vegetation is required as part of the proposed works, once the works are completed replacement planting of native trees will take place. Replacement trees to be planted include Karamu, Houpara, Manuka, Mapou, Karo, Mahoe and Kowhai.

Please refer to the below map for the works area.

Upcoming section of works on La Veta Avenue, Mt Albert

From 12 May 2025, our crew will also commence laying the watermain from the top of La Veta Avenue down to the La Veta Avenue/Mt Royal Avenue intersection. These works are estimated to take three months to complete.

Please refer to the map below for the works area.

Stoddard Road and May Road works

Our crew will begin excavation on Stoddard Road on 5 May 2025 (near the intersection of Stoddard/May Road). Once the work is completed on Stoddard Road this section will be fully reinstated, and the team will move back to May Road and set up site there. This second lot of May Road works will begin in front of the shops with excavation heading towards Denny Avenue. Once we have finished this section of works, the road will be reinstated with asphalt.

The whole section of works (as shown on the map below in green) will take approximately 50 working days to complete. We are hoping to finish our works in front of the shops on the corner of May Road and Stoddard Road in approximately 25-30 days to minimise the impact on business owners. We are also providing temporary parking arrangements for the shop owners and customers as shown on the map below.

How will this work affect you?

Work hours

• From 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday for the service investigations, and Monday to Saturday for the main construction works. Saturday work will only be utilised if required.

Traffic management

• Please allow extra time for travelling as 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. Please follow all posted signage.

Construction works

• Construction works will create noise, vibration, and dust. We will endeavour to keep disruption to a minimum and will be working in accordance with the levels under the Auckland Unitary Plan.