Wilson Road North Road Reconstruction and Stormwater Upgrades

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Kia ora, welcome to the Wilson Road North project page. Here, you'll find everything you need to know about the project, including the latest updates and next steps.

We're rebuilding Wilson Road North to improve the road, stormwater management, and walking routes for the Maketu community.

The project includes a full road rebuild along Wilson Road North, stormwater drainage improvements, and the extension of the footpath to the houses north of Arawa Ave - a priority raised by the Community Board to support safer walking routes to the school for tamariki.

Project update – 29 July 2026

We’re making good progress on the Wilson Road North upgrade project, which includes the installation of the new underground stormwater network, road reconstruction, kerb works, and footpath construction.

Sub soil drains have been installed on the northern end of Wilson Road, followed by concrete kerb and channel. The road reconstruction is also underway. The stormwater connections are expected to be completed by early August 2026.

On the southern rural end of Wilson Road, the next steps are for the driveways to be sealed. Work on the ends of the driveway culverts are also progressing.

At this stage, the overall project is expected to finish in September 2026.

Sub-soil drains installed on northern end of Wilson Road.

Chipseal on rural section of Wilson Road.



Traffic management and road closure

A road closure remains in place during working hours (7:00am–5:30pm) between Spencer Avenue and Church Road while these works are carried out.

The closure began on Monday 18 May 2026 and is expected to remain in place through to August 2026.

These works involve deep trench excavations within the road corridor to install new stormwater pipes underground, along with associated kerb and footpath construction. The closures are necessary to protect both the public and workers on site.

During this time:

  • Access to private properties will continue to be maintained
  • Please allow extra travel time due to the road closure
  • Access to Maketū School during drop-off and pick-up times remains via the Arawa Avenue direction

Please do not drive through road closure signage or barriers. These are in place for everyone’s safety, as there are open trenches, machinery, and changing ground conditions within the work area.


Stormwater upgrades and roadside drainage

As part of the stormwater improvements, we are installing new underground stormwater pipes and roadside channels (swales) to help improve stormwater management along the road.

Swales are channels designed to help collect, slow, and direct stormwater during heavy rain. Along with the new underground pipes, they form part of the long-term solution to improve drainage, reduce surface flooding, and help protect the road from water damage.

Where there are drops from the path into drains:

  • Fencing has been installed where the height is significant and there are no intersecting driveways
  • Between property numbers 542–548, timber post-and-rail fencing has been installed where driveways are closely spaced and the height is moderate


New pipes and channels (swales) to improve stormwater management along the road


What you may continue to see on site

Residents may continue to see:

  • Construction crews and heavy machinery
  • Stop/go traffic management
  • Temporary speed restrictions
  • Daytime construction noise and vibration
  • Ongoing drainage, kerb, and footpath works

Dust suppression measures continue to be monitored and adjusted where required to help minimise impacts on nearby properties.


What to expect during the work:

• Wilson Road North will potentially be closed to through-traffic, but access will remain open for residents.

• Access to Maketu School will be always maintained, including for buses and private vehicles during school drop-off and pick-up times.

• Expect to see construction crews, machinery, and daytime noise

• Thanks to those of you who came along to our community info session on Tuesday 9 December at the Maketū Community Centre. During construction, we’ll do everything we can to minimise disruption and keep the community informed.


Have patai (questions), or want to kōrero with someone?

Western Bay of Plenty District Council

Phone: 0800 926 732

Email: info@westernbay.govt.nz


Kia ora, welcome to the Wilson Road North project page. Here, you'll find everything you need to know about the project, including the latest updates and next steps.

We're rebuilding Wilson Road North to improve the road, stormwater management, and walking routes for the Maketu community.

The project includes a full road rebuild along Wilson Road North, stormwater drainage improvements, and the extension of the footpath to the houses north of Arawa Ave - a priority raised by the Community Board to support safer walking routes to the school for tamariki.

Project update – 29 July 2026

We’re making good progress on the Wilson Road North upgrade project, which includes the installation of the new underground stormwater network, road reconstruction, kerb works, and footpath construction.

Sub soil drains have been installed on the northern end of Wilson Road, followed by concrete kerb and channel. The road reconstruction is also underway. The stormwater connections are expected to be completed by early August 2026.

On the southern rural end of Wilson Road, the next steps are for the driveways to be sealed. Work on the ends of the driveway culverts are also progressing.

At this stage, the overall project is expected to finish in September 2026.

Sub-soil drains installed on northern end of Wilson Road.

Chipseal on rural section of Wilson Road.



Traffic management and road closure

A road closure remains in place during working hours (7:00am–5:30pm) between Spencer Avenue and Church Road while these works are carried out.

The closure began on Monday 18 May 2026 and is expected to remain in place through to August 2026.

These works involve deep trench excavations within the road corridor to install new stormwater pipes underground, along with associated kerb and footpath construction. The closures are necessary to protect both the public and workers on site.

During this time:

  • Access to private properties will continue to be maintained
  • Please allow extra travel time due to the road closure
  • Access to Maketū School during drop-off and pick-up times remains via the Arawa Avenue direction

Please do not drive through road closure signage or barriers. These are in place for everyone’s safety, as there are open trenches, machinery, and changing ground conditions within the work area.


Stormwater upgrades and roadside drainage

As part of the stormwater improvements, we are installing new underground stormwater pipes and roadside channels (swales) to help improve stormwater management along the road.

Swales are channels designed to help collect, slow, and direct stormwater during heavy rain. Along with the new underground pipes, they form part of the long-term solution to improve drainage, reduce surface flooding, and help protect the road from water damage.

Where there are drops from the path into drains:

  • Fencing has been installed where the height is significant and there are no intersecting driveways
  • Between property numbers 542–548, timber post-and-rail fencing has been installed where driveways are closely spaced and the height is moderate


New pipes and channels (swales) to improve stormwater management along the road


What you may continue to see on site

Residents may continue to see:

  • Construction crews and heavy machinery
  • Stop/go traffic management
  • Temporary speed restrictions
  • Daytime construction noise and vibration
  • Ongoing drainage, kerb, and footpath works

Dust suppression measures continue to be monitored and adjusted where required to help minimise impacts on nearby properties.


What to expect during the work:

• Wilson Road North will potentially be closed to through-traffic, but access will remain open for residents.

• Access to Maketu School will be always maintained, including for buses and private vehicles during school drop-off and pick-up times.

• Expect to see construction crews, machinery, and daytime noise

• Thanks to those of you who came along to our community info session on Tuesday 9 December at the Maketū Community Centre. During construction, we’ll do everything we can to minimise disruption and keep the community informed.


Have patai (questions), or want to kōrero with someone?

Western Bay of Plenty District Council

Phone: 0800 926 732

Email: info@westernbay.govt.nz