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Week ending 12 May 2019

The Downtown Programme will create a generous and welcoming destination along the water’s edge that is recognisably Tāmaki Makaurau. Key projects are being accelerated within the programme. Subject to resource consent they will be completed by 2021, in time for the America’s Cup.

We are currently in preparation mode for the next construction phase of the Downtown Programme. In late May, we expect to start work on the big, transformational Downtown Programme projects; strengthening Quay Street’s seawall, enhancing the streetscape, and redeveloping the ferry basin. You can anticipate a flurry of activity once these get underway.

In the meantime, this weekly newsletter will keep you up to date on progress, how you may be affected and who you can contact.

Current Project Phase
Stormwater drainage installation
Seawall preparatory works
Queens to Marsden proof drilling for geotechnical investigations

WORKS INVOLVED

Proof drilling for geotechnical investigations:
Involves concrete cutting works, hydro excavation and use of borehole piling rig to investigate the founding materials in 96x boreholes from Queens Wharf to Marsden Wharf. The findings will be used to further the palisade wall design.

Stormwater Drainage:
Involves pavement excavation and concrete cutting works and temporary relocation of cycle lane onto the footpath between Lower Hobson Street and Lower Albert Street.

Seawall Preparatory works:
This work involves the installation of piling sleeves and casings, and also to further develop the final sea wall design within this section. Re investigation in this area is required due to the sheer volume of services under the road.

Traffic management:
Quay Street reduced to one lane each way. Cycle lane is maintained but may shift slightly due to works. Footpath access maintained but may be narrower in areas due to works.

Mitigation:
Noise fencing will be in place during concrete cutting and other loud activities. Traffic Controllers onsite to assist movements.

Upcoming Key Dates

UPDATED

Underway through to early June 2019

Princes Wharf entrance: preparatory investigation works for upcoming seawall construction

Preparatory works on the eastern side of the Princes Wharf / Quay Street intersection continue. This first stage of works has been progressing very well and are expected to be complete mid next week. Once complete, the site will switch to the western side in front of Burger Boy. Burger Boy will remain open as usual and access to all properties will be maintained at all times.

Stage one: Mon 6 May to mid-May (TBC) Eastern side
Stage one works almost now complete. Impacted parties will be notified as soon as the switch over date is confirmed.

Stage two: Mid-May to early-June
Stage two is expected to start mid next week and will be located on the footpath area outside Burger Boy and extend across the western side of Princes Wharf entrance. Pedestrian access will be maintained between the site fencing and Burger Boy.

What to expect:

Noise (Use of air-vac machine, concrete cutting and excavation).
Reduced lanes at Princes Wharf.
Reduced footpath width and pedestrian diversions around the site area.
Working hours 7am to 6pm Monday to Saturday. Please note that if required works may continue until 10pm.

Pedestrian and vehicle access to and from Princes Wharf and surrounding businesses will be maintained throughout the works.

READ THE CONSTRUCTION NOTICE

ONGOING
Monday 6 May to late-June 2019

Queens to Marsden Wharf: proof drilling for geotechnical investigation

Proof drilling works continue along the northern side of Quay Street between Queens Wharf and Marsden Wharf.There are 96 boreholes to drill so two drilling rigs will be working simultaneously to complete these works as fast as possible. An airvac machine is also required to clear the boreholes before they are drilled.

What to expect:

Noise levels similar to those experienced during utility trenching operation (air-vac machine, concrete cutting, drilling rig).
Noise mats will be used during loud works.
Working hours 7am to 6pm Monday to Saturday. Please note that if required works may continue until 10pm.

READ THE CONSTRUCTION NOTICE

ONGOING

Stormwater installation works

Ongoing to late-May 2019

Stormwater installation works continue between Lower Hobson Street and Lower Albert Street.

These works involve:

Saw cutting intermittent
Excavation intermittent
Concrete breaking intermittent

READ THE CONSTRUCTION NOTICE

Project Works Along Quay Street

PREPARATORY INVESTIGATION WORKS

7 May to early June 2019

Preparatory works for upcoming seawall strengthening at Princes Wharf / Quay Street intersection and across the paved footpath in front of Burger Boy continue. The works will be undertaken in two stages starting on the eastern side.

STORMWATER DRAINAGE

Ongoing until late-May 2019.

Quay Street northern edge: Lower Hobson Street to Lower Albert Street .

TEMPORARY POP UP PUBLIC SPACE

Outside the Ferry Building you’ll find a spot to pause, relax, eat your lunch and even read up about the Project.

PROOF DRILLING FOR GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION WORKS

6 May to late-June 2019

Proof drilling works to investigate the founding materials which will be used to further the palisade wall design continue on the northern side of Quay Street between Queen's Wharf and Marsden Wharf..

Quay Street current traffic layout

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Over the next two years, activities and movement along and around Quay Street and the Ferry Basin will be affected by Downtown Programme construction as we work towards completion by 2021.

Please continue to drive with caution and be alert to the right turn restrictions that have been put in place to maintain traffic flow along Quay Street (see map below).

We are constantly monitoring the traffic flow and making adjustments where required, so please maintain awareness of any traffic layout changes as well as other road users and pedestrians.

TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS TO NOTE

No right turn into or out of Lower Albert Street
No right turn into Commerce Street from Quay Street
No right turn into Gore Street from Quay Street
No right turn into Britomart Place from Quay
Right turn permitted into Queens Wharf

Quay Street pedestrian and cycle lane routes

Please be aware that these routes may change during the week as works progress so please follow site signage and watch for traffic controllers guidance.

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A personal safety reminder from the Downtown Team...

Don't forget it's Mother's Day this Sunday!

Did someone say High Tea for mum??

If you are looking for somewhere to take mum on Sunday, Beasts and Butterflies on Quay Street have got you covered!
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For an amazing offer of $42 per person, you get to enjoy the following items:

Assorted sweets and tea sandwiches on a 3-tiered stand⠀
A glass of sparkling wine – an exclusive addition only available this month!⠀
Bottomless selection of international teas and barista-made coffee⠀
Scones with a selection of preserves and whipped butters⠀
One complimentary valet car parking per two people at M Social Auckland, up to 4 hours

Every set includes, Kueh Lapis an Indonesian traditional cake that follows a long and painstaking process because it requires the baker to meticulously bake the cake layer by layer.

Bookings are essential. Phone 09-377-0349.⠀

Click HERE for more info

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The Downtown Programme team would like to thank you for your patience and consideration while these works are underway. Please be assured we are listening to your feedback and working hard to mitigate and minimise disruption where and when we can.

Please contact us should you have any queries or concerns.

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Programme email: Downtown@at.govt.nz
Programme 0800 Number: 0800 DNTOWN (0800 368696)

Enjoy your weekend.

The Downtown Team

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