Since then we have completed the design and extended the scope to include the footpath renewal on the southern side of Leech Place, and awarded the Contract to Pidgeon Construction Ltd.

This work is part of the Waimakariri District Council’s annual renewal programme where aging and deteriorating kerb and channel and footpath is replaced.

The work will include

• Replacing existing kerb and channel on the northern side of Leech Place (Bush Street to No. 4 Leech Place).
• Replacing the footpath on the southern side of Leech Place (No. 3 Leech Place to Bush Street).

Timing of work

The work is due to commence the week of 3 August 2026 and is expected to take six weeks to complete.

How the work may affect you

There is likely to be driveway restrictions during construction hours only. Vehicle access will be maintained outside of these hours.

There may be times that the contractor asks for vehicles to be parked on the road early in the morning to allow for kerb or path to be constructed.

Traffic impacts

There will be traffic management in place, with the road remaining open and accessible at all times.

General impacts

Kerbside collections

Your kerbside collections will remain unchanged. Please ensure your bag or bins are in their usual spot on collection day.

Essential services

There will be no planned disruption to your water, wastewater, telephone or power services.

Notice of changes in traffic management

We will do our best to give you enough notice to adjust to any changes in traffic management, please keep an eye out for more updates.

Hours

Work will be undertaken between 7.30am and 6pm, Monday to Saturday.

Weather

In the event of bad weather or unforeseen circumstances, the work may be delayed.

Safety

Please warn your children of the dangers posed by road works. Ensure that they stay well back from the work site and they follow the directions of the workers.

Noise and dirt

Road work is a noisy, dirty business — but please bear with us. We will be doing all we can to minimise the impact on your home/business. Your cooperation and patience will help us get the job done as quickly as possible. All work will be carried out between the stated hours only to help minimise the impact on the community.

Easy does it

Bitumen, concrete and other road repair materials require a bit of care after they are applied. Please treat all new surfaces with extra care following the completion of this project.

Thank you for your patience while we complete this work. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.

For more information please contact

Kieran Straw Civil Projects Team Leader Waimakariri District Council Phone: 0800 965 468 Mobile: 021 794 433 Email: kieran.straw@wmk.govt.nz

Luke Crotty Project Manager Pidgeon Contracting Ltd Mobile: 027 590 5544 Email: luke@pidgeoncontracting.co.nz