Work is set to start on the last section of the Nukumaru Station Road extension project, following the remaining land acquisitions being finalised says South Taranaki District Council (STDC) chief executive Waid Crockett.
Mr Crockett says he would like to thank all the landowners for their patience and co-operation in getting to this stage.
South Taranaki Mayor, Phil Nixon says it was a great relief to have the final stage get the green light.
“This long awaited $10.14 million project represents a major investment in the southern part of the district which guarantees security of access for residents and business in the event of future flooding. The new road is a vital access for the Waiinu Beach community, the ongoing financial viability of the Waitōtara Silver Ferns Farm food processing operation and other businesses in the area and will ensure the community has a secure route in and out of the village,” he says.
Mayor Nixon says $7 million of the $10.14 million project is being funded from the Governments ‘Shovel Ready’ projects fund with the remaining money coming from the South Taranaki District Council and Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency.
Additional Information: Approximately 2.3km of new road, from State Highway 3 to the railway crossing, is left to build in addition to the 6km already completed. The work is set to start in November and weather permitting, should take around four months to complete. Taranaki Civil Construction is the main contractor.
