As part of the Waimakariri District Council Maintenance Contract, CORDE will be undertaking road repairs on White Street, Rangiora.
The work will include
Road repairs, including excavation, backfilling with aggregate and reinstating the surface with asphalt.
Timing of work
The work will start on Monday 20 April 2026 and is expected to take up to four days (weather dependent) for excavation and backfilling, then asphalt will be reinstated. Working hours will be between 7am to 6pm.
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
There will be a northbound closure in place on White Street between Geddis Street and Rata Street. A detour will be in place via Geddis Street, Elizabeth Street and Rata Street, please follow the signage. The bus stop will be relocated to the north side of Rata Street.
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.
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 hours.
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 Waimakariri District Council | Mark Yorke CORDE |