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Month: September 2018

Highcliff Road Slip Repairs

Highcliff Road Slip Repairs

Good Morning   I’m writing to let you know about work on the major slip on Highcliff Road that occurred in heavy rain in April. Slip repairs are due to start in early October and are expected to be finished by the end of the year.   For part of the project, the road will be closed between Sandymount and Seaton Roads while drilling and excavation take place. The closure is likely to run for around a month from 8…

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Conservation Week Events (Portobello Aquarium)

Conservation Week Events (Portobello Aquarium)

Conservation Week Events at the NZ Marine Studies Centre, Portobello Get a close look at a 2.5 metre Sevengill Shark! During Conservation Week join marine scientists to find out more about sharks, their role in the ecosystem and why they should be protected. A large Sevengill Shark was found dead on a local beach late last year and everyone booking places for the Conservation Week shark programmes will get to see and toucht it. Sharks – Inside and Out Saturday…

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Update on Peninsula Connection – August

Update on Peninsula Connection – August

Update on Peninsula Connection – August   Construction is well underway on the section of the Peninsula Connection between Turnbulls Bay and Portobello.   The project includes road widening and construction of a shared path for pedestrians and cyclists. In some areas, the road will be raised to protect it during high tides. The slip next to the Turnbulls Bay wall will also be repaired.   The stone wall has been built from Turnbulls Bay to Edwards Bay and is…

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