The existing 150mm water main is undersized and is no longer meeting its levels of service requirements. A new 250mm water main is to be installed in addition to the existing main which will ensure that both flow and pressure are maintained.

The work will include

Laying a new water main along the northern side of Northbrook Road between the railway corridor and East Belt.

Timing of work

The work is planned to start 8 June 2026 and will aim to be completed by late-August 2026.

How the work may affect you

There may be some minor disruption to your water supply, but this will be communicated to you throughout the project. Property access will be maintained, and bin collections will proceed as usual.

Traffic impacts

A lane closure will be in place east bound for the duration of the work. The detour route will be clearly marked on site.

General impacts

Kerbside collections

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

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

All work will be undertaken Monday to Saturday, between 7.30am and 5pm.

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.

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

Keelan Macfadyen Graduate Engineer Waimakariri District Council Phone: 0800 965 468 Mobile: 027 221 1018 Email: keelan.macfadyen@wmk.govt.nz

James Fong Project Manager Chinnery Construction Ltd Mobile: 027 280 6516 Email: james@chinnery.co.nz