Eltham features getting a fresh coat of paint

A project has started this week to rejuvenate some of Eltham's main street bollards, bins, seats, and decorative lamp posts by applying a fresh coat of paint.

A budget of $45,000 from the Town Revitalisation Masterplan has been allocated for this initiative. To minimise disruption, the repainting work will take place off-site. As part of this process, utilities will be temporarily removed, undergo sandblasting, repainting, and then be reinstalled.

To ensure smooth operations, stop/go signs will be operating during the removal of these features during 8 - 12 April with reinstallation expected in May. Temporary replacement rubbish bins will be provided during this period.

South Taranaki District Council community development advisor Fran Levings says following the installation of the pou sign and Bridger Park steps, the next phase of Eltham’s Town Revitalisation will focus on finalising the wording for wayfinding signage in the town centre.

Fran says the style, design and colours for these features and signs were selected by the Revitalisation co-design members who believe that this selection will enhance flow and connectivity throughout Eltham.