13/8/2025

Watermain Renewals

Kia ora,

From August 18, Watercare and our contractors will begin work to upgrade a section of watermain at 31 Noel Burnside Road, Wiri (see map below). These works are a part of Watercare’s Renewals Programme which replaces ageing watermains, reducing the risk of leaks and disruption to the water supply of Wiri.

How will these works affect you?

• These works are expected to take approximately three weeks to complete.

• Work hours will typically be from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

• While the work may generate some noise, please be assured that it will be kept to a minimum and within levels approved by Auckland Council.

• Toward the end of the project, we will need to undertake a water shutdown. We will notify affected parties five days in advance of the shutdown, and it will be planned at a time that will minimise disruption.

• You may also notice the following temporary changes along Noel Burnside Road and surrounding streets in Wiri:
• Reduced on-street parking
• Reduced land widths
• Reduced speed limits
• Pedestrian detours/reduced footpath width
• Traffic control in operation

Thank you in advance for your patience. We will ensure measures are in place to minimise any unnecessary disruption for the duration of this project.

Any questions?

If you have any questions or concerns about this project, please contact Hausia Lea on 027 241 8742 or email Watercare at [email protected]

Ngā mihi,

Network Renewals Project Team

Watercare

1/9/25

Local Board: Franklin

Ward: Franklin

Work to remove the existing dam at our Glenbrook Beach Road site will begin in early September 2025. We are undertaking this work to restore the natural flow path of the water.

Our contractors, Lite Civil, are expected to be onsite for approximately three months.

During this time, you may notice an increase in vehicle movements in the area.

Our working hours are Monday to Saturday, 7am-6pm. During working hours, general construction noise is to be expected.

We do not expect these works to cause disruption to the wider community as all dam removal works will take place on Watercare land.

Once the works are complete, we will return to site during the planting season to install native plants near the dams former location.

Our project team is working hard to design the South-West Wastewater Upgrades. To help inform our design, and minimise construction issues, we need to undertake investigations to understand the ground conditions. Conducting these investigations will ensure there is minimal disruption to the existing services and allow for timely and efficient construction.

These geotechnical investigations are expected to take place in the road reserve along the proposed pipeline route. We will contact the wider community with more information once dates are confirmed and approved traffic management plans are in place.

1/9/25

Local Board: Franklin

Ward: Franklin

Since April 2025, Watercare has been rehabilitating the Beachlands and Maraetai Wastewater Network to strengthen the integrity of wastewater pipes, reduce inflow and infiltration, and help protect local water quality.

This investment means the wastewater system will continue to operate safely and reliably for decades to come, with fewer maintenance requirements and reduced risk of overflows. Ultimately, this helps safeguard the environment and supports the growth of your community.

As part of the project, our crews have been relining pipelines and rehabilitating manholes in public reserves, roadways, berms, and some private properties. Since May, our crews have renewed 5.4km of pipelines across the network, with additional sections identified along the way that will also be completed before the project finishes.

What this means for you

• You may continue to notice our crews working in your area during the day.

• Some traffic management may still be in place for safety, though we’re doing our best to keep disruption to a minimum.

The project remains on track, and we expect renewal works to be completed by November 2025.