The changing shape of Wharewaka's lakefront

If you've taken a stroll out to Wharewaka lately, you will have seen the beginning of a wonderful transformation on the lakefront.

Over the last few weeks, contractor Deano's Earthmoving and Logging has been hard at work rolling the existing bank to create a smoother slope down to the lake and forming the route for a new road.

Along with this, a shared path and timber barrier will be constructed in the next couple of months.

The work is being done to create a smooth and safe route along the lakefront between Wharewaka and Five Mile Bay. There is currently a gap in the shared path between the two locations, and the idea is to join the two. The concrete path will be 2.5 metres wide and cater to both pedestrians and cyclists.

To allow work to take place, the vehicle access to the lakefront at Wharewaka Point is currently closed, and it will not reopen until the work is completed by the end of the year. Pedestrians and cyclists are still able to access the area.

Get down there and have a look at the great progress!