About the Project
We’re upgrading the footpath and roadside drains (kerb and channel) on Poland Road between Hillside Road and the Mitre 10 driveway (Poland side) as part of our regular Summer Road Reno renewals programme.
This will make the road safer, stronger, and better prepared for bad weather.
- Temporary changes – 7 weeks, 2 phases, 3 stages
Night works first, then short road closure for final rebuild - We’re fixing the old footpath and drains, putting in new underground drains, upgrading the stormwater system, and building a new footpath and road edge.
- We need to do the enabling work first (drains, kerbs, and footpaths) to prepare the road, then the rehab stage rebuilds and resurfaces it to make it stronger and longer-lasting.
What you need to know
Where | Poland Road between Hillside Road and the Mitre 10 driveway (Poland side) - Phase 1- One-way detour in place 24/7 on Southbound lane from Hillside Road (northbound closed) - 5 weeks
- The southbound lane will remain open for businesses.
- Phase 2 - Full Road closure (2 weeks)
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When | 14 Sept – late Oct 2025 (weather dependent) |
Hours of work | Night works, Sun–Thurs, 7pm–5am Final night work for resurfacing: 9pm to 5am Mid October |
What we’ll be doing | - Installing new underground drains
- Replacing the old footpath and roadside drains
- Upgrading stormwater system
- Laying new concrete footpath and roadside edge
- Final resurfacing with new asphalt
|
Duration | Up to 7 weeks (weather dependent) The work will be carried out in two phases with 3 stages and will run consecutively Why two phases?
• Preparation: prepares the road (drains, kerbs, footpaths)
• Rebuild: full rebuild and resurfacing for a stronger road Phase 1- Preparation work (Stage 1 & 2) – around 5 weeks of night works. Stage 1 – 2.5 weeks – 14 Sept to late Sept Southbound Lane (Mitre 10 side of the road) Stage 2 – 2.5 weeks – Late Sept to mid Oct Northbound Lane (Fresco Shades side of the road) - We’ll replace old kerbs, footpaths, and roadside drains on both sides of the road.
- Work includes installing new underground drainage and rebuilding the footpath and road edge.
- Access to businesses and properties will be managed closely with owners.
Phase 2 - Rebuild (Stage 3) – about 2 weeks full closure OR 4 weeks one-way traffic: |
Why | Poland Road’s drains, kerbs, and footpaths need renewal. Upgrading now will:- Reduce flooding and improve stormwater drainage
- Provide safer, smoother walking and driving access
- Strengthen the road surface for the future
- Support local businesses by improving access and safety
|
How travel is affected: | Detours from 14 Sept 2025 Phase 1 - Stages 1 & 2 (Night works) - One-way detour in place 24/7 on Southbound lane from Hillside Road (northbound closed)
- The southbound lane will remain open for businesses.
Phase 2 - Stage 3 - Full Road closure (2 weeks) OR 4 weeks one-way detour - One-way detour in place 24/7 on Southbound lane from Hillside Road (northbound closed)
- A full road closure during Stage 3, with detours clearly marked.
- Stop/Go traffic management will be in place and traffic management controllers on-site to assist people on foot and businesses needing access.
- Some short restrictions for 2-3 days at time on access to driveways and businesses while new concrete sets for kerbs and footpaths — we’ll work with each business and property to manage this.
- Clear detour signs will be in place and traffic managers will help keep things moving.
- Bus stops may temporarily close and move, but we’ll manage access and let bus users know
|
| Plan ahead - there will be detours in place. Please follow the signs and drive carefully. See detour map on this page - On-site staff to help people walking or driving
- Business & property access managed at all times
- Follow detour signs and plan ahead
- Check signs & AT Mobile for updated bus stop locations
|
The work we’ll be doing and traffic management & detours
- We’ll be doing work in stages for approximately 7 weeks. We’ll be working from 7pm – 5am to deliver this project as quickly as possible.
- We know construction, particularly at night – can be disruptive. We’ll try to keep noise levels down.
- We aim to start work on time but factors outside our control, such as weather, could mean a delayed timeline. If the delay is significant, we’ll let you know and update the webpage regularly.
- In advance of our start date there will be digital signs set up along the route to inform the community about the closure and traffic directions for surrounding roads, also see the maps on our webpage.
- Expect traffic delays, especially during peak times.
- x bus stops will be temporarily closed, and some services will be affected – please use the AT mobile app or the QR codes on posters available at the effected bus stops for more information.
- Detours will be in place from 17th Sept 2025, so allow extra travel time. Follow all traffic signs, signals, and directions for safety. Take care while driving, walking, or cycling in the area, especially if you live along one of the detour routes.
- Driveway and vehicle access to will be managed throughout when we work outside your property. On-street parking will be limited.
- Access for people on foot will remain open
- Council waste and recycling collection will continue as normal. If access to your bin collection spot is restricted, our team will assist you with an alternative location.
For more information about these types of work, please take a look at this video here - FH Resurfacing Work
Where we’ll be working
Before the work starts, digital signs will be set up along the route and near the town centre to inform the community about the closure and traffic directions for surrounding roads.
You can download maps here on our website. We appreciate your patience during this work
STAGES DRAWINGS
DETOUR MAPS
ONE WAY DETOURS - STAGE 1
ONE WAY DETOURS - STAGE 2
Benefits to the Community
• Stronger road surface that lasts longer
• Better drainage to reduce flooding risk
• Safer walking routes with upgraded footpaths
• Improved access for businesses and residents once complete
The following bus routes are impacted (14 Sept - Mid Oct 2025)
TBA
How to contact us
Our team will be on-site to keep things running smoothly. We’ll keep this page updated with:
• Construction updates
• Detour maps
• Any changes to timelines (weather)
If you have any queries or concerns about our plans, please email us at ATengagement@at.govt.nz or complete the Report an issue form below. Alternatively call our Customer care team on 09 355 3553
If you have any queries directly related to the construction, don't hesitate to get in touch with Fulton Hogan Stakeholder Manager - Emma Cushnie on 0800 300 007
About the Project
We’re upgrading the footpath and roadside drains (kerb and channel) on Poland Road between Hillside Road and the Mitre 10 driveway (Poland side) as part of our regular Summer Road Reno renewals programme.
This will make the road safer, stronger, and better prepared for bad weather.
- Temporary changes – 7 weeks, 2 phases, 3 stages
Night works first, then short road closure for final rebuild - We’re fixing the old footpath and drains, putting in new underground drains, upgrading the stormwater system, and building a new footpath and road edge.
- We need to do the enabling work first (drains, kerbs, and footpaths) to prepare the road, then the rehab stage rebuilds and resurfaces it to make it stronger and longer-lasting.
What you need to know
Where | Poland Road between Hillside Road and the Mitre 10 driveway (Poland side) - Phase 1- One-way detour in place 24/7 on Southbound lane from Hillside Road (northbound closed) - 5 weeks
- The southbound lane will remain open for businesses.
- Phase 2 - Full Road closure (2 weeks)
|
When | 14 Sept – late Oct 2025 (weather dependent) |
Hours of work | Night works, Sun–Thurs, 7pm–5am Final night work for resurfacing: 9pm to 5am Mid October |
What we’ll be doing | - Installing new underground drains
- Replacing the old footpath and roadside drains
- Upgrading stormwater system
- Laying new concrete footpath and roadside edge
- Final resurfacing with new asphalt
|
Duration | Up to 7 weeks (weather dependent) The work will be carried out in two phases with 3 stages and will run consecutively Why two phases?
• Preparation: prepares the road (drains, kerbs, footpaths)
• Rebuild: full rebuild and resurfacing for a stronger road Phase 1- Preparation work (Stage 1 & 2) – around 5 weeks of night works. Stage 1 – 2.5 weeks – 14 Sept to late Sept Southbound Lane (Mitre 10 side of the road) Stage 2 – 2.5 weeks – Late Sept to mid Oct Northbound Lane (Fresco Shades side of the road) - We’ll replace old kerbs, footpaths, and roadside drains on both sides of the road.
- Work includes installing new underground drainage and rebuilding the footpath and road edge.
- Access to businesses and properties will be managed closely with owners.
Phase 2 - Rebuild (Stage 3) – about 2 weeks full closure OR 4 weeks one-way traffic: |
Why | Poland Road’s drains, kerbs, and footpaths need renewal. Upgrading now will:- Reduce flooding and improve stormwater drainage
- Provide safer, smoother walking and driving access
- Strengthen the road surface for the future
- Support local businesses by improving access and safety
|
How travel is affected: | Detours from 14 Sept 2025 Phase 1 - Stages 1 & 2 (Night works) - One-way detour in place 24/7 on Southbound lane from Hillside Road (northbound closed)
- The southbound lane will remain open for businesses.
Phase 2 - Stage 3 - Full Road closure (2 weeks) OR 4 weeks one-way detour - One-way detour in place 24/7 on Southbound lane from Hillside Road (northbound closed)
- A full road closure during Stage 3, with detours clearly marked.
- Stop/Go traffic management will be in place and traffic management controllers on-site to assist people on foot and businesses needing access.
- Some short restrictions for 2-3 days at time on access to driveways and businesses while new concrete sets for kerbs and footpaths — we’ll work with each business and property to manage this.
- Clear detour signs will be in place and traffic managers will help keep things moving.
- Bus stops may temporarily close and move, but we’ll manage access and let bus users know
|
| Plan ahead - there will be detours in place. Please follow the signs and drive carefully. See detour map on this page - On-site staff to help people walking or driving
- Business & property access managed at all times
- Follow detour signs and plan ahead
- Check signs & AT Mobile for updated bus stop locations
|
The work we’ll be doing and traffic management & detours
- We’ll be doing work in stages for approximately 7 weeks. We’ll be working from 7pm – 5am to deliver this project as quickly as possible.
- We know construction, particularly at night – can be disruptive. We’ll try to keep noise levels down.
- We aim to start work on time but factors outside our control, such as weather, could mean a delayed timeline. If the delay is significant, we’ll let you know and update the webpage regularly.
- In advance of our start date there will be digital signs set up along the route to inform the community about the closure and traffic directions for surrounding roads, also see the maps on our webpage.
- Expect traffic delays, especially during peak times.
- x bus stops will be temporarily closed, and some services will be affected – please use the AT mobile app or the QR codes on posters available at the effected bus stops for more information.
- Detours will be in place from 17th Sept 2025, so allow extra travel time. Follow all traffic signs, signals, and directions for safety. Take care while driving, walking, or cycling in the area, especially if you live along one of the detour routes.
- Driveway and vehicle access to will be managed throughout when we work outside your property. On-street parking will be limited.
- Access for people on foot will remain open
- Council waste and recycling collection will continue as normal. If access to your bin collection spot is restricted, our team will assist you with an alternative location.
For more information about these types of work, please take a look at this video here - FH Resurfacing Work
Where we’ll be working
Before the work starts, digital signs will be set up along the route and near the town centre to inform the community about the closure and traffic directions for surrounding roads.
You can download maps here on our website. We appreciate your patience during this work
STAGES DRAWINGS
DETOUR MAPS
ONE WAY DETOURS - STAGE 1
ONE WAY DETOURS - STAGE 2
Benefits to the Community
• Stronger road surface that lasts longer
• Better drainage to reduce flooding risk
• Safer walking routes with upgraded footpaths
• Improved access for businesses and residents once complete
The following bus routes are impacted (14 Sept - Mid Oct 2025)
TBA
How to contact us
Our team will be on-site to keep things running smoothly. We’ll keep this page updated with:
• Construction updates
• Detour maps
• Any changes to timelines (weather)
If you have any queries or concerns about our plans, please email us at ATengagement@at.govt.nz or complete the Report an issue form below. Alternatively call our Customer care team on 09 355 3553
If you have any queries directly related to the construction, don't hesitate to get in touch with Fulton Hogan Stakeholder Manager - Emma Cushnie on 0800 300 007
