Update on the Kuratau foreshore

Locals will be aware that several metres of lakeshore reserve have been lost between the tennis court at the end of Parehopu Street and Motutaiko Street, due to a combination of high lake levels and wind and wave action.

Last Wednesday’s big earthquake also threw up some extra-large waves, judging by the debris and sections of water standing on reserves and tracks.

The erosion along the lakefront in this area has made it difficult for us to maintain the lakefront reserve to the usual standard. There are also some isolated patches of erosion north towards the Kuratau River mouth.

Although we are waiting on some options for long-term solutions, last week we began a programme of beach nourishment on the section of lakefront between the lakeside playground at Parehopu Street and Motutaiko Street. We will be bringing in about 5000 cubic metres of sand by truck and trailer so you will notice some heavy vehicle movements over the pre-Christmas period while this is happening.

The beach nourishment programme started at the end of Motutaiko Street last week and in due course will move to near the lakeside playground. Please keep away from moving vehicles and soft sand in this area.