Community infrastructure projects

Update April 2026

Fairfax St, Murchison - UNDERWAY MARCH-AUG

The water main on Fairfax Street needs to be replaced due to its poor condition. This will involve a new pipe in the Parking Bay/berm along Fairfax St. Dates for the works are expected to be 16th March – 7th August 2026. During this time there will be Traffic Management in place, so please follow the signs and directions of staff.

Stage 3 which is about to commence will be from # 92 Fairfax St to #46 Fairfax roughly taking 6 weeks (11th May – 30th June).

Whitby Rd, Wakefield - COMPLETE

The water main on Whitby Road needs to be replaced due to its poor condition. Dates for the works are expected to be 4th November – 18th December 2025. During this time there will be Traffic Management in place, so please follow the signs and directions of staff.

We aim to maintain access to properties during the project. For a few residents, we will contact you directly about access disruptions.

Iwa St, Mapua - COMPLETE

The water main on Iwa Street needs to be replaced due to its poor condition. There will be multiple stages to limit the effect to residents and businesses in the area. Stage 1 we will be installing the new 150mm PVC Watermain on the Western side.

Dates for the stage 1 works are expected to be 22nd September – 24th October 2025.

During this time there will be Traffic Management in place, so please follow the signs and directions of staff.

Stage 2 has a one-way system where you can only enter Iwa Street via Aranui Rd.

Tahi St, Mapua - COMPLETE

The water main on Tahi Street needs to be replaced due to its poor condition. This will involve a new pipe under both sides of the road. Below is a diagram of stage one of the traffic management as we install the pipe from the carpark to Gossi Point along the eastern. We will send out the stage 2 traffic management closer to the time

Dates for the works are expected to be 16^th June 2025 – 1^st August 2025. During this time there will be Traffic Management in place, so please follow the signs and directions of staff.

Hill Street works COMPLETE

The water main on Hill Street between #101 Queen St and 222 Hill St needs to be replaced due to its and age and poor condition.

Dates for the works are expected to be 3rd to 17th June.

During this time there will be Traffic Management in place, so please follow the signs and directions of staff.

Update March 2025

Upper Queen/Hill Street COMPLETE

The water main on Queen Street between Hill St and #85 needs to be replaced due to its and age and condition. This also involves a pipe under the road and will close the Upper Queen Street section of road during works period. Works dates: 24th February 2025 – 4th April 2025. Once a separate project on Wensley Road works are complete (looking to be in April) we will then move on to Hill Street and have one way/stop go traffic management in place.

Update Jan 2025

Cautley Street - COMPLETE

The water main on Cautley Street between King Street and Giblin Street needs to be replaced due to its age and condition. Works have started and are expected for completion on 21st February 2025. From 4th February to 21st February, road access will be reinstated, with only a shoulder and footpath closed.

About the Project

This project is for a three year programme of reticulation renewals in the Tasman region. These renewals are an ongoing series of works across Tasman designed to renew failing water infrastructure.

First areas of work starting in Māpua and Richmond.

Contact Us: Email [email protected] for further information reference 1534 Urban Water Reticulation Renewals

This project is the replacement of multiple ageing water mains installed between the 1940s and 1970s throughout Upper Richmond. Area includes Edwards Street, Roeske Street, Wilkes Street, George Street, William Street and Gilbert Street, Richmond.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1507.

This project is to an additional pump-set to service the Richmond South zone independently. This will involve utilising newly installed water mains and a newly constructed reservoir at Hill Street South. Overall this will support the growth in Richmond South.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1506.

This project is the installation of a new stormwater pipeline within private property on McGlashen Avenue, Richmond. The pipeline will connect to an existing but unused 1350mm diameter stormwater pipe under the Richmond Deviation (SH6). The work programme is be coordinated with the redevelopment of the former bus depot site at 40–44 McGlashen Avenue.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1682.

Paton Reserve is a newly designated recreation reserve set to become a vibrant green space for the local community. Previously a lifestyle block, the 4.5-hectare site will be transformed into a semi-rural park offering a mix of ecological restoration, passive recreation, and community amenities. 

The vision for Paton Reserve includes accessible walking trails, picnic areas, orchards, native plantings, and a natural amphitheatre for small-scale events.

Development will be staged over time, guided by community feedback and environmental considerations, with a strong focus on preserving open space, enhancing biodiversity, and fostering partnerships with iwi, schools, and conservation groups. 

Paton Reserve is set to become a central green hub for Richmond South, supporting wellbeing, connection, and nature-based experiences for all.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1683.

Feedback update August 2025

Consultation on the play space began in May, which included an online survey that drew 455 responses, plus a number of workshops with schools, tamariki, whānau and stakeholders, to hear what aspects were important to our community. We continue to receive great responses – thanks to all who are contributing to the conversation.

The key takeaway so far is the huge need for a regional playspace that caters for our diverse population – not to mention security, accessibility and inclusivity for all ages using the space.

A lot of comments from the schools spoke about the desire to have a playspace that rivals some of those in larger centres, such as the Margaret Mahy Playground in Christchurch.

The survey findings showed a balanced interest in a transitional, natural, traditional, fitness-focused and immersion/themed style of playspace.

Play elements were also evenly spread, with water play, climbing, sliding/swinging and bouncing the most popular to emerge.

We aim to have the project out for tender later this year, start construction circa May 2026 and the first stage open for summer at the end of 2026.

This project is to design and install of a new inclusive and accessible playground. This $1.46 million project is just over 60% funded through the Richmond Reserve Financial Contributions, with the remaining amount shared equally between us and Nelson City Council with Saxton being a shared facility.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1609.

Update March 2026

• Works begin 30 March along the Easby Park access track and Cropp Place cul-de-sac. Installation will involve trenching, with underground drilling used where possible to reduce disruption.

• Working hours are 7:00am–6:00pm, Monday to Friday, with traffic management in place at all times. A road closure will be in effect, with access maintained for residents.

• Vehicle access may be temporarily restricted during works, but residents will be notified by text and can contact the Site Manager if urgent access is needed. Access will be restored outside working hours, including overnight and weekends, and pedestrian access will be maintained at all times.

• The Easby Park track will be closed to the public during working hours while works are underway in that area, and will reopen once major construction activities are complete.

About the project

A new water pumping station will be constructed at the Selbourne Ave/Cropp Place reserve. The project includes upgraded mains and SCADA integration to improve system reliability and monitoring. These upgrades will help improve the stability and efficiency of the water supply for the area.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1513.

The Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) at 14 Fittal St, Richmond, is being upgraded to improve recyclables sorting and baling. The project also includes expanding the MRF building to support more efficient operations.

Contact: Email [email protected] for more information, reference 1505.

As Richmond South and West grow, we’re upgrading the stormwater network to manage increased runoff, reduce flood risks, and prepare for future climate change impacts. The project focuses on Sections A and B1, which are key channels near Lower Queen Street. These sections, along with the existing road crossing, need upgrades to ensure the whole system works effectively.

The improvements include widening and deepening stormwater channels, upgrading the Lower Queen Street crossing, and ensuring the system meets future climate needs. This work supports the Council’s Urban Stormwater Strategy and will create a more resilient network for Richmond West. Design work began in 2023, and we’ll keep the community updated as the project progresses.

For most recent updates on this project, you can visit Lower Queen Street bridge upgrade | Shape Tasman

For more information, contact [email protected], reference 1268.

The project involves the upgrade of Section H of the Richmond South Stormwater Upgrade Programme.  This includes the installation of a section of watermain and wastewater main between Hill Street South and Cupola Crescent.  It also includes the installation of a walkway between Cupola Crescent and Hill Street South. All of this is aimed to support growth in Richmond South.

Update Dec 2025 - Contract 1317 for water and waste water will commence Jan 2026 and a separate contract for the stormwater will follow.

Contact: [email protected] for further information, reference 1317.

This project is to build a crossing (bridge) to State Highway 6 to allow connection of stormwater channel to Borck creek. The project will be starting with enabling works to relocate services out of the way and work plans for contaminated land remediation.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1273.

Update May 2026

Work starts the first week of June.

We are renewing the water main along Gladstone Road, from Oxford Street to Three Brothers Corner. This project replaces several existing asbestos cement and cast-iron pipes.

Some of these pipes have been in the ground since 1945, and in the past 10 years, there have been 12 leaks or bursts on the two mains under the road.

Donaldson Civil Construction will be replacing the existing 150mm and 100mm water mains with a single 250mm pipe.

This is part of a $2.5 million project and starts next month – it’s expected to be finished by March 2027.

There should be minimal water disruptions, except when properties are being hooked over to the new line, but there will be plenty of notice before there are any outages.

Traffic and pedestrian management will be in place for the duration of the work, but two lanes of traffic along Gladstone Road will be maintained for most of it.

During stage one of the project, temporary road closures will be needed on Oxford and Waverley Streets. These won’t happen at the same time, and we’ll give residents plenty of notice beforehand.

Vehicle access to some properties will be interrupted at times, but our contractor will work with individual properties and businesses to address any specific needs. Pedestrian access to properties will always be maintained.

Download the Antenno app to keep up to date with any roading and water disruptions.

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About the project 
This project is the replacement and upsizing of water mains pipe from 3 Brothers Corner to the intersection between Gladstone Road and Oxford Street. This pipe replacement will enable increased demands for water services and support growth in Richmond.

Contact: [email protected] for further information, reference 1490.

This project is the upgrade existing culvert to enable Borck Creek to be widened to cater for growth in Richmond South and reduce stormwater flooding.

As of March 2026 - This project is currently On Hold as it is likely to be impacted by the Hope Bypass. Once we have certainty around the design of the Hope Bypass, we can then access our options for the widening of the creek and the replacement of the culvert with a bridge.

Email [email protected] for further information, reference project P1251.

This project is the widening of Borck Creek from SH60 to Reed Andrews Drain (Section C) to cater for growth in Richmond South.

First areas of work starting in Māpua and Richmond.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1252.

This project is the rework of an existing cycle trail bridge to allow for a widened Borck Creek.

Essentially Borck Creek is being widened and Tasman’s Great Taste Trail utilises the vehicle access bridge to #81 Headingly Lane.  When Borck creek is widened, the vehicle access will no longer be required, and a longer bridge will be required for cycle access.

It will be built to coincide with the Borck Creek Widening project.

Contact: Email [email protected] for more information, reference 1556.

Richmond Reticulation Lower Queen Street Trunkmain Upgrade

Lower Queen Street’s trunk main from the intersection with SH6 (Gladstone Road/ Lower Queen St) to just after the intersection with Headingly Lane is a 1960's asbestos pipeline and is nearing the end of its operational life. This project is to upgrade this to modern pipe material and provide more movement and resilience in the ground, all part of moving water where it needs to go in our region.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1449.

Update September 2024

All work is now complete except Section H - See Project Richmond South Section H on this projects page for latest information.

What are we doing?

We are installing a new water main from the Richmond water treatment plant to a new reservoir planned for Richmond south. The work is being undertaken in stages in co-operation with private land developers.

Why are we doing it?

This work will improve the resilience of Richmond's water supply and is required to service growth. There are extensive plans for new subdivisions in Richmond west and south in the coming years. This upgrade will ensure we can deliver consistent water supply to all existing and new customers.

How will it affect me?

• A short section of pipe has been installed along the roadside from Three Brothers Corner out towards the vineyard on the Appleby Highway.   
• Where possible works are being staged with other activities. For example, a new section of water main was installed as part of the Bateup Road widening project.
• Work is mostly occurring on “green-fields” land away from existing residential properties.
• There may be short interruptions to water supply during the switch over to the new pipe, but affected residents will be notified prior to work by the contractor.

There will be major growth in the Richmond South-West area in the next five years.

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Contact: [email protected] for further information.

Update May 2026

Richmond’s newest water supply asset is now going through tests before filling over the next few months and coming fully functional in July.

Construction is now complete on a new 2,500 cubic metre low-level water reservoir at Hill Street South near Sunview Heights.

The project is designed to help improve the resilience of the water supply by providing added storage capacity, catering for the growing community in that part of Richmond.

Construction of this 4.9-million-dollar project has been underway for a little over 12 months.

Work is now underway on a 1.3km pipeline that will connect the new reservoir with our water network and the Lower Queen Street treatment plant.

Following on from the pipeline installation work, the stormwater channel (Upper Reed Andrews Creek) will be improved, including a new walkway linking Hill Street and Cupola Crescent.

The full project is likely to be completed in autumn 2027.

Update April 2026

Update June 2025

Work is well underway on Richmond’s newest reservoir, with construction progressing quickly at the Hill Street South site near Sunview Heights.

Once complete, the new 2,500 cubic metre water storage tank will be a key part of our growing water supply network. It will connect to the existing Champion Road reservoir and help ensure a reliable supply for one of Richmond’s fastest-growing areas.

This $4.9 million project, which got underway in February, is all about future-proofing our water infrastructure. The additional storage will improve the network’s resilience and support the needs of our expanding community.

Construction is expected to wrap up early next year, and there’s more to look forward to – plans are in place to develop a shared walking and cycling path alongside the nearby Borck Creek, eventually linking through to Paton Road.

This is just one of the ways we’re investing in essential infrastructure to keep up with growth and make Richmond an even better place to live.

Update January 2025

We have the contractors on board (Fulton Hogan) and their work is set to start February 2025 with an aim to be completed at early 2026. There will be a small increase in the number of vehicles in the area, including heavy trucks and construction vehicles travelling along Hill Street South during construction hours 7am to 6pm. Please remember to take note of all the safety signage and take extra care while using the Hills Street South Road, White Road.

What are we doing and why?

Richmond is growing a lot faster than previously anticipated. The growth has seen a number of new subdivisions already constructed, and more staged development planned for the Richmond South area, such as Hart Rise and Paton Rise. 

More households mean an increased demand for water supply, so we’re planning to build a new concrete water reservoirs (tank) to meet that need.

Artist's impression of new tanks from Hill St South (after approx. ten years planting growth)

Where will the new reservoir be located?

The proposed location for the new reservoirs is on a Council owned property at 520 Hill Street South, west of Richmond’s Central Business District (refer map below).

Location of new reservoirs

We looked at a number of possible locations for the reservoir, before choosing this site.  As well as having easy access to build and maintain the tanks, an important factor was the ground height, which needed to be at 63m above sea level.  That is so the top water level of the new reservoir will be the same level as the existing Richmond Queen Street reservoir, giving us the right conditions to connect the two water supply zones.

520 Hill Street South site location map

A new water main pipe, which is already partly built, will connect the Hill Street South reservoirs to the Richmond water treatment plant. The water main pipe runs along Borck Creek, adjacent the state highway, up Bateup Road Stream, and through the new developments at Hart Rise and Paton Rise.

The reservoir could rise up to 9 metres in height from the base, but that will depend on how far we need to cut in to reach a suitable ground base to build on. Our preferred site option will require the least amount of earthworks to prepare the tank site.  It also has the narrowest profile, the smallest silhouette and the smallest site footprint of the four options.

Contact Us: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1141.

This project is to widen and deepen Channel A of Borck Creek to increase hydraulic capacity through these sections, and consequently to improve the level of service of the network through Richmond West, while addressing the aspirations of the Council’s Urban Stormwater Strategy and the Richmond Catchment Management Plan.

Email [email protected] for further information reference 1269.

The project involves installing two new high-lift pumps at the Māpua Water Treatment Plant to replace existing assets and supply treated water to the Māpua-Ruby Bay reservoir and zone customers.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1518.

This project is the renewal of Korepo Road water main and laterals to fix pressure-related leaks and improve reliability. 

The scope of this project is to replace the old water main running along the length of the road, as well as upgrade some of the property service connections (laterals) where required. The construction work will involve 'thrusting' a new pipe (direct drilling) underneath the road, which is a faster method that causes less disruption to residents and traffic.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1512.

Update March 2026

The first of two projects to improve the Redwood Valley water supply is gaining momentum.

Redwood Valley Rural Water Supply currently takes water from three shallow bores in the Redwood Valley/Waimea plains area, but due to changes in national water quality requirements, a permanent boil water notice was placed on the scheme last year. This was at the direction of the Water Services Authority because the current treatment plants can’t be guaranteed to remove all types of harmful microorganisms.

The project will bring together two water supplies in Redwood Valley into one, with a new Water Treatment Plant to be built on River Road.

Investigations have been done into the best treatment methods, as well as commissioning new bores. We did a survey of the current underground raw water pipe system in 2024 and then drilled two new bores to provide better raw water quality.

A $1.98 million tender has just been awarded for the replacement of the underground piping from the River Road bores to the existing treatment plants at Golden Hills Road and O’Connors Creek.

The consolidation of the two existing water treatment plants into a new one at River Road provides an opportunity to improve treatment to meet water quality requirements and allow the boil water notice to be removed. The two existing treatment plants will be modified into pump stations.

Work on the new five kilometres of underground pipes is expected to begin by July.

This project is to bring together two water supplies in the Redwood Valley into one, with a new Water Treatment Plant build on River Rd. This involves an investigation into the best treatment method, as well as commissioning new bores. We conducted a survey of the current underground raw water pipe system in 2024 and we then drilled two new bores to provide us with a better raw water quality enabling more efficient treatment.

Why are we doing this? 

• We want to continue meeting the NZ Drinking Water Standards.
• We want to improve the quality of the treated water using a more efficient treatment process. 
• We want to improve resilience of the system by replacing old pipes with new, larger pipes.
• The new raw water supply is also not as susceptible to adverse weather conditions. 

Phase 1: Installation of about 5km of underground piping, part of this in State Highway 60.

Phase 2: Construct Water Treatment Plant

The installation of a new Water Treatment Plant on River Rd, convert the two existing water treatment plants at O’Connors Creek and Golden Hills into Pump Stations, and upgrade the raw (untreated) water pipes from the new bores to the new Water Treatment Plant (WTP). This will begin in 2026 and will take about 16 months.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1188.

Pipe alignment indicative only in the map below.

This project aims to secure a new water source for the Dovedale Water Supply Scheme and includes installing a pipeline to the existing Dovedale Water Treatment Plant.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1508.

This contract C1554 includes the roof refurbishment of the Brightwater Hall Roof in 2026 as part of a wider project to undertake building repairs, improve utilisation of space and bring the building up to an appropriate level of service. 

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1554.

This project renews ageing water reticulation and rider mains in Brightwater on Lord Rutherford, Ellis St, River Terrace. This will integrate with Waimea Plains Project and provide high level of resilience to the Brightwater water supply.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1516.

This project involves the design and construction of a new water pump station at the corner of Bird Road and Higgins Road, Brightwater. 

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1659.

This project is to Design and build a new build community hub for the Wakefield community.

You can read more about the project here: Wakefield Community Hub | Shape Tasman

For more information, email [email protected], Project ID 1574.

Upgrade reticulation within Wakefield and 88 Valley to allow the majority of the 88 Valley area to be supplied from the Wakefield network via a new line from Gossey Drive North to Totara View Reservoirs. This is all part of improving water supplies to this area. This project is being done in stages.

Stage 1: Construction of pump station in Gossey Drive North and connection of pipeline in Edward St to the new pump station.

Stage 2: Connection of the pump station with the tanks at Totara View

Contact: Email [email protected] reference project 1256.

March 2026 update

There’s been plenty of rain in recent weeks to test us, but progress has been banking up with stage two of the Motueka River Stopbank Refurbishment project.

Our earthworks programme for 2025/2026 has been building on last season’s improvements to the Lower Motueka River stopbank network and Peach Island.

The Lower Motueka River and Brooklyn Stream stopbanks are receiving upgrades across 6.7km, building on the 4.8km initial stage of works.

Refurbishment work will raise the crest of the stopbanks in areas where it is no longer high enough to provide protection from a 1-in-50-year flood event and provide a gravelled 4m crest width for safe access.

It will also address areas where the stopbanks might have weaknesses that could cause them to fail in a large flood event.

Following a great start to works last year with a 720m section refurbishment of the Lower Motueka stopbank, since Christmas we have managed to refurbish a further 900m.

Work around the Peach Island site is all but complete, constructing a broader culvert at the downstream end, allowing water that accumulates to drain faster after flooding.

Between now and the end of April, our staff and contractors will be busy at sites on Motueka River West Bank Road, Anderson Road and College Street.

We are grateful to Kānoa Regional Economic Development & Investment Unit for their co-funding contribution to the project that has enabled this level of refurbishment.

We look forward to the completion of stage two of the project, as well as rolling out the second tranche of co-investment funding announced for Motueka River flood protection upgrades under the Government’s Regional Infrastructure Fund.

December 2025 update

Stage Two of the Motueka River Stopbank Refurbishment project has begun its earthworks programme for 2025/2026, building on last season’s improvements to the Lower Motueka River stopbank network and Peach Island.

The project aims to build resilience and reduce the community’s risk of flooding from the river – the value and necessity of which was made clear after the floods of June/July 2025.

Refurbishment work will raise the crest of the stopbank in areas where it is no longer high enough to provide protection from a 1-in-50-year flood event and provide a gravelled 4m crest width for safe access. It will also address areas where the stopbank might have weaknesses that could cause it to fail in a large flood event.

This year’s activity started well with the first 720m section of the Lower Motueka stopbank nearing completion. In recent days, we also started work on the Peach Island section. 

As well as the initial brief of improving maintenance access along the banks, fencing the stopbanks, and ensuring they are appropriately constructed, we will also be constructing a broader culvert at the downstream end of Peach Island, allowing water that accumulates to drain faster after flooding.

We are co-funding this $12.5 million project with a grant of $7.5 million from Kānoa Regional Economic Development & Investment Unit, as part of the Government’s Resilient Infrastructure Fund.

We’ll be carrying out work at several points along the riverbanks – River Road, College Street, Peach Island Road, Motueka West Bank Road, Blue Gum Corner, and Douglas Road. There will be moderate truck movements to and from these sites, but otherwise the public impact will be minimal.

Following a brief break for Christmas, we’ll be back into the swing of things in the New Year, continuing through to April.

October 2025 Update

As we continue to recover and repair from the winter floods, particularly in terms of building river resilience, we have recently had some valuable co-investment funding announced for Motueka River flood protection upgrades under the Government’s Regional Infrastructure Fund.

This is the second tranche of funding from last year’s initial allocation and joins 32 other flood resilience projects around the country which will receive funding.

Tasman’s approved allocation of government funding is $9.48m, and along with Council co-funding of $6.32m, will make for a total project value of $15.8m.

It is estimated that around $2.23 billion of capital value will be protected as a result of the funding.

The funding is intended to construct new and upgrade existing stopbanks and associated flood resilience infrastructure to increase protection to Motueka and the surrounding areas. We had been planning the level of service upgrade for tranche two before the June/July flood events, building on the refurbishment work currently being delivered along the Lower Motueka River and at Peach Island.

However, the effects of the flooding have changed the environment somewhat, as well as how we prioritise our works programme.

Recovery is still a key consideration in our river work. We are working with Kānoa to determine the best use of the tranche two funds, and until we do, we are not able to confirm the specifics of this work. We will continue to keep you updated as decisions are made.

Planned works under the tranche one funding will be taking place in the months ahead.

About the project:

We are progressing the second stage of works of the Lower Motueka River stopbank network, to build resilience and reduce the community’s risk of flooding from the river.

Following the successful completion of Stage One in 2025, funding for the Motueka Stopbanks Refurbishment Project Stage Two was approved by Kānoa Regional Economic Development & Investment Unit, as part of the Government’s Resilient Infrastructure Fund.

We received a grant of $7.5 million from Kānoa, of which $6.6 million will go towards work on the Lower Motueka River stopbank refurbishment, and $900,000 going towards stopbank repairs at Peach Island. We are providing another $5 million in co-funding for a total project budget of $12.5 million.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference project 1572.

We’re sourcing material (soil) from Tasman View Road for the next phase of the Motueka River Stopbank Refurbishment project. At the same time, we’ll be upgrading a section of the road to improve it for future use.

Tasman View Road (Resident Access Only):

• Road closure from Harley Road beyond Totally Timber to Flaxmore Road for new road construction (30 October 2025 to 20 December 2025)
• Road closure from SH60 to Hewetson Road for new road construction (12 January 2026 to 01 May 2026) with some early clearance works in December. 

We appreciate that this closure will affect recreational users of Tasman View Road, especially for those looking to link with the Great Taste Trail cycleway during the works period.

For your own safety, please follow all signage and instructions from the project team situated at each end of the road.

We will continue to update everyone on progress in the coming weeks through our various channels, including the Council’s Antenno app. 

Contact info: Email [email protected] or see Motueka Stopbanks Phase Two (1572) for further information on the project.

We have projects set up to look and improve these existing treatment plants to reduce impact on the environment and meet modern standards.

We are starting with Collingwood, Tākaka and Motueka and improving their Secondary Treatment Systems by investigating the work required and engaging special expertise.

We are looking at nutrient loading, decreasing solids and stormwater flows in all three plants, as well as reducing nitrogen and ammonia that is produced.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference P1450/1587.

This project is to replace the existing eight plastic storage tanks with one new large reservoir. This upgrade will help future-proof Motueka’s water supply and improve the overall resilience of the system.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference P1144.

This project is to design and build a community pool for Motueka.

You can find more information on this project here: Motueka Pool | Shape Tasman.

Contact: Email [email protected], reference project 1530.

September 2024 Update:

Stage 2 is 100% complete and the pump station is currently on hold until further developments.

November 2023 Update: 

Stage Two: New Wastewater rising main from Pah Street - Motueka Bridge

Stage 2 is over 50% complete. The priority was to complete the construction on State highway 60 before the holiday season.

The team are now working along Parker Street heading towards Atkins Street.  1700m of pipe has been laid out of the proposed 3000m and on track to the programme. 

October 2023:

This stage of the project is for the installation of a new polyethylene (PE) wastewater rising main approximately 3 kilometres long.  The pipeline alignment will follow Pah Street, Atkins Street, Parker Street, High Street and Lyndhurst Avenue (SH60).  All sections can be installed via open trenching methods, with the exception of a short section beneath the Motueka River stopbank which will require use of a trenchless installation technology. 

The pipeline will serve the growing communities in Motueka West, conveying wastewater from development there to the wastewater treatment plant.

The pipeline alignment will start at Lyndhurst Avenue SH60 at the Motueka River Bridge and continue along High Street, Parker Street, Atkins Street and Pah Street. All sections of the pipeline will be installed via open trenching.

There are eight phases for this portion of the works. Phase one – between Lyndhurst Ave SH60 to Parker Street turn-off – has now finished.

Beginning in October 2023, work will move along Parker St to the intersection at Te Maatu Drive through to Wilkie Street. From Monday 9 October, the intersection at Te Maatu Drive will be closed so access from High Street into Parker St will only be available for residents in this first section. We expect this stage to take approximately three weeks.

The overall Rising Main project is planned to be completed by May 2024.

We are mindful of the impact that wait times can have on people’s day, and we are aiming to keep these to a minimum.

We thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation during this work.

Stage One: COMPLETE

What are we doing?

To enable growth in this less flood prone and sea level rise affected area, a new pump station and rising main must be installed to deliver wastewater to the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), pumping via a shared main starting at the Motueka River Bridge. 

Why are we doing it?

This project is necessary to serve and enhance any Motueka West developments and incudes the installation of wastewater rider mains along Grey Street from the Green Lane intersection North to Pah Street. The water main will follow the same alignment with an additional branch east along Whakarewa street past Motueka High School.

How will it affect me?

• There will be times when vehicle access to your property may be temporarily unavailable, but we will work with you on exact timing.
• There may be times when the traffic is down to one lane. 

Start Date: 22 August 2022

End Date:  January 2023

Contractor: CJ Industries Ltd

Site Contact: Morgan Corrie-Johnston -  021 307 145

Contact: Email [email protected] reference project 1182.

This project is to install a new reservoir to supply High Level Zone at Kaiteriteri above Honeymoon Bay.

Contact: [email protected] for further information, reference 1277.

Update May 2026

Improvements to the Kaiteriteri Water Treatment Plant will help keep the community’s water safe and reliable.

Drinking water for the area comes from two bores on River Road in Riwaka.

The current project builds on an upgrade done in 2018 when UV treatment was added as a protozoa barrier. This upgrade adds to the multi-barrier treatment approach by including additional filtration units, extra pumps and pump housing, and new chlorination systems.

While the plant was originally designed to use chlorination on a temporary, seasonal basis, a decision has since been made to treat all water supplies year-round. To support this, specialist equipment has been installed in response to updated regulations by the water regulator – Taumata Arowai – requiring residual disinfection.

The project has also been designed to deal with occasional water clarity issues. At times, naturally occurring materials in the bore it draws from can cause brief increases in cloudiness. By installing cartridge filters, these particles can be captured before the water reaches the treatment process, improving overall water quality.

In addition, a new automated flush-to-waste system will allow any cloudy water to be safely diverted to the stormwater system in a soak pit instead of flushing water away from the site with hoses into roadside drains.

These upgrades are expected to be completed later this year and will ensure the Kaiteriteri Water Treatment Plant continues to serve the community effectively, now and into the future.

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The project is to improve the flush to waste line, filtration and contact tank for the Kaiteriteri Water Treatment Plant. Part of this is to provide extra pumps to suit network pressure requirements and support needs in the community.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1492.

Update October 2025

We’ve chosen the site, so it’s now time to get planning the new community hub for Tapawera.

The hub is earmarked for a site north of Matai Crescent between the Four Square and the skatepark.

It was one of three Council reserve sites that had been considered after due diligence uncovered some challenges with the original community proposal to purchase and demolish the current Tapawera Community Centre.

Reaction to the chosen site has been largely positive. 

The next step is to appoint the design team to gather ideas and come up with a preliminary design with guidance from the Tapawera community.

We hope to have a concept plan available early next year, when we’ll ask the community for further input.

All going well, and provided funding targets can be achieved, work on site could begin before the end of next year.

A total of $2.68 million has been allowed for the hub in our 10-Year Plan, with the community required to come up with $900,000 to contribute to the facility, $510,000 of which has already been provided by the Department of Internal Affairs.

Read more updates on Shape Tasman | Tapawera Community Hub.

This project is the development of a new Tapawera Community Hub. It will involve the combining of activities into a new fit for purpose building.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1531.

This project will install two new exterior bores and construct a replacement Water Treatment Plant building to improve the treatment process for water in Tapawera by upgrading systems that work to treat water using UV, chlorine, and filtration.

The bores will be drilled and developed, then pump tested and sampled over the next five months. Other work will then follow in mid-2025 to install the underground power supply components, before the building and internals are constructed in 2026.

The plant will be commissioned and online by Christmas 2026, then we can decommission the existing plant and bores on the other side of the road.

Having a resilient water supply that continues to meet national drinking water standards is the big driver of the initiative. The new plant will treat the water to a higher standard and be more reliable, but flow and pressure won’t change.

There should be little effect on the water supply during the life of the project, other than some short shutdowns when connecting the plant to the existing network and commissioning.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1494.

This project is to upgrade the Murchison Water Treatment Plant which includes allowing for redundancy for failure and replacement of deteriorated assets. It is one of several Water Treatment Plants we are upgrading in Tasman to provide clean water to local communities.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1493.

We are upgrading three different Water Treatment Plant Filtration systems in Golden Bay (Collingwood, Pōhara and Upper Tākaka).

This work includes:

• Addition of cartridge filtration.
• New caustic dosing plant to replace the existing aeration tower.
• Associated works including upgrades for chemical delivery and pipework modifications
• Automation and control upgrades.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1571/ 1491

We have projects set up to look and improve these existing treatment plants to reduce impact on the environment and meet modern standards. In this project we are improving the Secondary Treatment Systems.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference C1587 / 1451.

Dec 2025 - COMPLETE

Update November 2025

There are changes to Richmond Library opening hours between Monday 17 November and Sunday 30 November as the building gets a new roof.

A major renovation of the Queen Street building has been underway since earlier this year. The $1.3 million upgrade was identified when detailed seismic assessments showed the building needed structural strengthening to improve its earthquake safety.

We’ve also taken the opportunity to tackle some long-standing issues, so the library remains a safe, dry, and welcoming place for everyone.

All that work is largely completed, on time and on budget, so now it’s been decided that while contractors are still on site, we can also get the building re-roofed. This is being paid for from the library’s existing regular maintenance budget.

So, while the work is being done, weekday opening hours will be reduced but we’re extending our weekend hours.

The new hours will be Monday to Friday 5.00 pm until 7.00 pm, then all day Saturday and Sunday from 9.30 am until 4.00 pm. We expect to resume normal opening hours on Monday 1 December.

Any borrowed items which are due during this time can be returned during opening hours or through the Queen Street after-hours returns slot – the Petrie Carpark after-hours returns won’t be available.

To renew your borrowed items, you can call the library on 03 543 8500 or renew them online. The digital library will be available 24/7, and the Wi-Fi will continue to be available outside the building.

Update August 2025

The books are back on the shelves and the doors are open, but the job isn’t quite over yet.

Richmond Library is open again after a month-long closure for strengthening and improvement work, but contractors will be on site for another few months.

The $1.3 million upgrade is needed after a detailed seismic assessment last year showed the building needed structural strengthening to improve its earthquake safety.

Alongside that, we also took the opportunity to tackle some long-standing issues like roof sagging and water tightness, so the library remains a safe, dry, and welcoming place for everyone.

But it hasn’t all been plain sailing. 

Once the cladding was off, investigations revealed that the leaking at the Petrie Carpark end of the building was worse than initially thought, so part of that end of the library will remain off limits to users until further repairs are completed.

The July storm couldn’t have come at a worse time for the project either. The rain arrived while the spouting system was being replaced, and unfortunately, one corner had some flooding.

Things are almost back to normal with most of the work now being done on the first floor in the office area, which shouldn’t get in the way of library users. 

Despite the additional challenges, the project remains within budget and is to be wrapped up by October as expected.

... And thanks for your patience while this work is being completed.

Update July 2025

Richmond Library is to close for a month while heavy construction work is done during its renovation project.

The $1.3 million upgrade is needed after a detailed seismic assessment last year showed that one part of the building needed structural strengthening to improve its earthquake safety.

Alongside that, we’re taking the opportunity to tackle some long-standing issues like roof sagging and water tightness, so the library remains a safe, dry, and welcoming place for everyone.

Earlier, some Councillors voiced concerns about closing the library for up to four weeks, however after reviewing alternative options, it was decided that a partial opening or a pop-up service during this period would present significant health and safety risks, limit services, and potentially delay the overall programme.

So, the doors will be closed from Saturday 12 July, reopening on Monday 11 August.

But some library services will remain available. Our digital library will still be available 24/7, library Wi-Fi will still be available outside the building, and you can use your Tasman Library card at our Motueka, Tākaka and Murchison libraries.

Tasman residents are also eligible for membership at Nelson City Libraries; you’ll just need to sign up for a Nelson Library card.

Any borrowed items which are due during this time will have their due date adjusted, so you don’t need to worry about getting them back until we reopen on 11 August.

Earthquake strengthening and repairs to the Richmond Library.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1593

COMPLETE

We are upgrading three different Water Treatment Plant Filtration systems in Golden Bay (Collingwood, Pōhara and Upper Tākaka).

Works include:

• Renew equipment including chlorine dosing equipment and chlorine contact tank.
• Incorporation of a standby treated water pump.
• Process operation and control improvements.
• Communications upgrade.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1497/1571.

Project Cancelled

The intersection upgrade on Whakarewa Street in the form of a roundabout near Manoy Street, is to provide safe access to and from the new Whakarewa Phase 1 Housing Development by Wakatu Inc, and the low impact roundabout design needs to cater for the safe egress of cyclists and pedestrians in all four directions.

The timeline for construction will align with provision of other services once design and consenting has progressed further.

Contact: Email [email protected], reference project 1342.

PROJECT COMPLETED OCTOBER 2025

As early as 2008, the Moutere Hills Residents Association workshopped ideas for a footpath to link the village to the community centre and sports ground.

The concept then made it to our list of district-wide footpath projects, but construction couldn’t go ahead until negotiations with landowners were complete and sufficient funding was available.

In October last year, Elected Members met to consider whether we could afford to provide added funding in 2024/2025 for the path, but it was decided this wasn’t possible due to the need to limit increases in rates and debt.

The issue was reconsidered, and the green light was given to bring forward $188,951 of existing budgets from 2025/2026 to 2024/2025 to enable the Upper Moutere shared path to be constructed this year.

The 1300-metre shared concrete and gravel pathway now runs alongside the Moutere Highway, linking the village with the Moutere Hills Community Centre and sports grounds.

More than 60 people took the opportunity to walk and cycle along the new shared path following its official opening and ribbon cutting by Mayor Tim King earlier this month.

This new safe shared walking and cycle path now provides a new travel choice for the community.

We're restarting work on a 1.3 km gravel/concrete shared pathway along the Moutere Highway, connecting the Upper Moutere shops to the Community Hall. This project, initiated by the Moutere Hills Residents Association mhra.org.nz, will provide a safe route for school children and a great option for visitors exploring the area by bike or foot. Thanks to local residents, Upper Moutere School, and the Moutere Hills Community Centre for their support.

Update October 2025

Project has progressed extremely well and due to finish works first week of November 2025. Most of the pathway is complete except for the main village section, once the concrete path is laid, the path will be opened for use.

Update June 2025

Project is well underway and estimated 30% completion. Project has been delayed due to wet ground conditions and weather disruptions. Estimated due to be completed now in September 2025.

·         Stage 1 – 1475 Upper Moutere Road to fire station, Start: Thursday, 19 June 2025

·         Stage 2 – Fire Station to the upper Moutere Dairy, Start: Friday, 18 July 2025

·         Stage 3 – 11 Keeling Road to Community Hall, Start: Thursday, 4 September 2025

View the map below or or open it in a new tab for larger version.

Update December 2024

Project on Hold: The Upper Moutere shared path has faced multiple delays since it was first proposed by the Moutere Hills Residents Association in 2008. The project stalled in 2021 due to unresolved landowner negotiations but was revived earlier this year. However, funding challenges arose when NZTA Waka Kotahi declined government funding for the project in September 2024, leaving Council to reconsider its options. On 24 October 2024, elected members decided against providing additional funding for 2024/25 to avoid rate and debt increases. The path is now set for completion in 2025/26, funded entirely by the Council over two years.

Contact: Email [email protected] reference 1557.

Map

Below is a map of the route of the pathway.

Upper Moutere Shared Pathway Route

 

View the full PDF version:

Upper Moutere Pathway Route - 2024.pdf (pdf 967 KB)

COMPLETE

Update October 2025

We’re making improvements at an old trouble spot in our Richmond stormwater network.

Easby Park is located between Marlborough Crescent and Selbourne Avenue and has had a technical makeover to improve the way its drainage system copes with increased water flow during wet weather.

The work included building an extra area within the park with a secondary intake into the piped section of Reservoir Creek for when the existing primary intake is blocked.

We’ve also increased the capacity of roadside sumps in Selbourne Avenue and Polglase Street.

In other work, we’ve redesigned and modified the primary inlet structure so that it is less prone to blocking, and to make it safer and easier for contractors to clear debris.

In the future, we’ll be looking into an extra debris screen further upstream in Easby Park, which will minimise the frequency of blocking and provide additional capacity downstream.

This project is to reduce the effects of overland flow path that runs through Easby Park and onto Selbourne Ave. This will in tale some stormwater structures being installed in Easby Park.

Contact: Email [email protected] for more information, reference 1578.

COMPLETE

We are upgrading three different Water Treatment Plant Filtration systems in Golden Bay (Collingwood, Pōhara and Upper Tākaka).

Works include:

• Renew filter media
• Addition of chlorination
• Automation upgrades including changes to raw water flush operation.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1498, 1587.

COMPLETED

This project is part of the upgrade being undertaken at Port Tarakohe Programme of work. This piece of construction is of an office and amenities block with a specialised marine waste management system.

Contact [email protected] for further information, reference 1424.

Why are we doing it?

This facility is designed to provide space for people who work in the commercial operations to work here and be a space for effective work and improve growth of this Port Tarakohe. It will also enable the users of the port to have new hygiene facilities and provide an office for the Tasman District Council staff to conduct their business.

The design

The concept design integrates both design influences from Māori lookout posts, Golden Bay cement history as well as embracing new technologies for a low-carbon and sustainable office design build. This office includes a room for commercial operators and amenities.

Office and Amenities Block Drawing Design

COMPLETED

This project to increase Levels of Service and reduce flooding along the west side of High Street and around the Wratt Street / Woodlands Ave intersection.

Kicking off mid 2024, we have started by investigating the work, this will be developed in two more (since the Motueka West Stormwater Discharge System project) stages and be totally complete in 2027.

Wratt Street Overland flow path investigations at Woodlands Ave - Ground Penetrating Radar, potholing and coal tar sampling.

Contact:

Email [email protected] for further information, reference Project 1503.

COMPLETED

We are building a combined new right of way for residents and an infrastructure maintenance road. This project is part of enabling the wider stormwater improvement work for Richmond South.

Contact: Email [email protected] for further information, reference 1570.