Council is installing new water and wastewater mains along Priors and Merton Roads as stage two of the servicing programme to the surrounding area.
These works are required to enable future development and to connect the Rangiroa Airfield to the Rangiora water and wastewater schemes.
The work will include
- Installation of 1.3km of wastewater pipe
- Installation of 1.3km of water pipe
- Trenching in the berm and road to install the pipes.
Timing of work
Works are anticipated to start mid-January and are expected to be completed in March 2026.
How the work may affect you
There will be traffic management set up along the road. Vehicle access to properties within the construction area may be restricted at times while the new pipes are installed.
Traffic impacts
There will be traffic impacts while the works are carried out. Prior notification will be provided if any detours are required, otherwise please take care navigating the cones and signs when they are set up.
General impacts
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
All work will be undertaken between 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday.
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 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
Kyle Grinlinton
Project Engineer
Waimakariri District Council
Phone: 0800 965 468
Mobile: 027 200 2958
Email: kyle.grinlinton@wmk.govt.nz