Road and water upgrades in the pipeline for Te Puke streets
A major upgrade to road and water infrastructure is set to begin next month across several key streets in Te Puke.
From mid-June 2025, a nine-month project will get underway to upgrade the road surface, stormwater system, and drinking water pipes along Boucher Avenue and surrounding streets.
The upgrade will improve road conditions and safety, and ensure water and stormwater infrastructure continues to serve the community well into the future.
The three works are being carried out at the same time because it is more cost efficient and reduces disruption, avoiding the need to return later.
Multiple contractors will work in stages across the area, which includes Boucher Avenue, Cameron Road, Clydesburn Avenue, Glen Terrace, Randell Place, No.2 Road and Dudley Vercoe Drive, to deliver the upgrades as efficiently as possible.
“This is a key route for our community – used daily by residents, students, emergency services, and the kiwifruit industry. We know how important it is, so we’re aiming to get in, get the job done, and get out – without having to come back later,” says Calum McLean, Council’s Director Transportation.
During the project, people will experience stop/go traffic controls, one-way sections of road, temporary changes to property access, short delays, detours via alternate roads, and some daytime noise and vibrations from machinery, says Calum.
“We’ll be doing everything we can to reduce the impact on people’s day-to-day lives, and we’ll make sure residents, businesses and schools are kept in the loop as we go. We really appreciate the community’s patience while we get this important work done.”
A community information session will be held on Saturday 7 June, from 2pm to 4pm at the Te Puke Fire Station, where people can find out more, ask questions and meet the project team.
What: Community Information Session
When: Saturday 7 June, 2-4pm
Where: Te Puke Fire Station, 37 Boucher Avenue, Te Puke
The session will start with a short presentation from our contractor, Fulton Hogan, followed by time for residents to ask questions and chat with the project team.
(Parking is available behind the station or on Gilmore Street – please keep the front of the station clear for emergency vehicles.)
For general project enquiries, contact:
Western Bay of Plenty District Council
Phone: 0800 926 732
Email: info@westernbay.govt.nz
For questions about property access, contact:
Mike Metcalfe – Stakeholder Manager, Fulton Hogan
Phone: 027 202 9395
Email: Michael.metcalfe@fultonhogan.com
To follow progress and see updates, visit: http://yourplace.westernbay.govt.nz/boucher-ave
