Work starts this week to restore the much-loved wharf on the Mahurangi River. The wharf is over 20 years old and beginning to fail.

Auckland Council’s Community Facilities Head of Operations, Paul Amaral, says “this beautiful spot on the river is popular with locals and visitors to the town centre. The community built the existing wharf, in partnership with the council, and a lot has been invested both in it and the surrounding walkway.

“So, it’s been important to keep the community informed about the wharf restoration. The wharf and boardwalk remain open except at the north-western end where the work will take place.

“People are asked to take care in this area and observe all signs and safety fencing. Where possible, use alternative pedestrian routes.”

Work includes

• removing and replacing all the timber decking, handrails, kick rails and pile caps along the length of the older section of the wharf and walkway
• replacing the failing pine timber with a hardwood alternative
• repurposing the timber decking that is in better condition
• removing naming plaques for safekeeping by a community group until they can be re-installed.

Work is expected to take between six to seven weeks and, weather dependent, should be completed before the end of June.

The council would like to thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time, and if you have any questions, please call the council contact centre on 09 301 0101.