We’re carrying out renewal works across Tauranga’s wastewater network, with work scheduled in parts of Tauranga City, Judea and Brookfield starting in May 2025. The first phase of works will focus on wastewater renewals in the Tauranga City area. The next phase after this will focus on areas in Judea and Brookfield. This page will be updated periodically with the latest areas programmed for wastewater renewal.
Why are we doing it?
Over time, our wastewater pipes can deteriorate due to wear and tear, causing cracks, holes, and weakened pipe walls. If left unaddressed, this damage can cause wastewater to leak into the surrounding ground and waterways, and in severe cases, this can result in blockages, sinkholes, or wastewater overflows.
To prevent these issues, we carry out annual wastewater renewals across the city using a method called pipe relining, where a new liner is installed inside the damaged pipe.
Project timing, locations and traffic management
Please note these timeframes are subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Work schedule:
- Works near 159 Seventeenth Avenue: Monday, 5 May to Tuesday, 6 May 2025
- From Monday, 5 May to Tuesday, 6 May 2025, work is scheduled to take place near 159 Seventeenth Avenue between 6am and 6pm.
- During the work period, there will be work undertaken near the access track at the Kopurererua valley end of seventeenth Ave. Access on the track will not be affected.
- Works near 18 Scantlebury Street: Wednesday, 7 May 2025
- From Wednesday, 7 May 2025, work is scheduled to take place near 18 Scantlebury Street between 6am and 6pm.
- During the work period, temporary traffic management will be in place on Scantlebury Street.
- Works near 84 Fifteenth Avenue: Thursday, 8 May to Friday, 9 May 2025
- From Thursday, 8 May to Friday, 9 May 2025, work is scheduled to take place near 84 Fifteenth Avenue between 6am and 6pm.
- During the work period, temporary traffic management will be in place on Fifteenth Avenue.
While works are underway, some areas will have temporary traffic management in place to ensure the safety of our work crews and the community, including detours and parking limitations.
What to expect while works are underway
Works will occur during the day between 6am and 6pm. There may be some noise while works take place and odour may be present in the area during the lining installation.
FAQs
I live at a property where wastewater renewals are taking place. How will this affect me?
We will need your help limiting water usage while works are underway. After we install the wastewater pipe liner, your property's connection to the main sewer line will be temporarily blocked to prevent overflows. This will occur between 8am and 3pm on a specific day, which we will notify you of in advance via letter. We will advise when your wastewater connection is restored via a door knock which should be completed by the end of the shift. While works are underway, please:
- Limit flushing toilets
- Avoid using dishwashers or washing machines
- Don’t empty your tub, bath, basin or sink
- Switch off automatic wastewater discharge pumps (*If you have an automatic pump fitted to your sewer system, please let us know as soon as possible by calling David Louw, Tauranga City Council Waters Project Manager, 07 527 7000)
Will the works be disruptive?
Wastewater pipe relining is a minimally disruptive method of pipe renewal that typically doesn’t require excavation, as it uses access through manholes. This allows the work to be completed faster, more cost-effectively, and with less impact. However, there are some areas where temporary traffic management will be required, which may include footpath or parking closures, depending on the location of the pipes.
