What’s happening?

From next week (15 April) work will get underway on the Ferry Road wastewater pump station upgrade and associated pipe network project.

The current pump station on Ferry Road is more than 60 years old and is not fit-for purpose. Upgrading the existing wastewater pump station will include safety upgrades, electrical enhancements, and increased pumping capacity.

In addition to replacing the pump station, we're laying down a 1.3km pipeline, known as a rising main (red line), this will connect the new pump station on Ferry Road to the Hinemoa rising main which conveys sewerage to the Whakatane wastewater treatment plant.

Why are we doing it? 

The current pump station is more than 60 years old and no longer fit-for-purpose. The construction of a new pump station and rising main is crucial to addressing wastewater overflow issues in James Street and Hinemoa Street, particularly during wet weather events.

How long will it take?

We expect work to be completed by August 2024. During construction, access to the Ferry Road river path will be closed to ensure the safety of workers and pedestrians. Temporary traffic management will also be in place during the project.