The work will include

Road repairs, including excavation, backfilling with aggregate and reinstating the surface with chipseal.

Timing of work

The work is planned to start Wednesday 22 April 2026 and is expected to take up to four days for excavation, backfilling and chipsealing, weather permitting. Working hours are Monday to Saturday from 7am to 6pm, excluding public holidays.

How the work may affect you

If you are a resident within the worksite, please make yourself known to the staff onsite and they will ensure access in and out of your property will be maintained, noting minor delays may be expected.

Traffic impacts

This work will be completed in line with the existing Southbound closure in place on Island Road. A detour will be in place via Neeves Road, please follow the signage.

General impacts

Kerbside collections

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

Residents’ access

While construction is underway on site, to access your property please:

• Identify yourself to the staff on site
• Note that this is an active worksite, containing heavy construction machinery and varying road surface, please ensure you drive according to the conditions.

Weather

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

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.

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

Tim Donaldson Roading Contract Engineer Waimakariri District Council Phone: 0800 965 468 Mobile: 027 234 2465 Email: tim.donaldson@wmk.govt.nz

Mark Yorke Contract Manager CORDE Phone: 03 311 8080 Email: mark.yorke@corde.nz