Improving reliability and drainage on Seacliffe Ave, Belmont

Updated - 19 March 2026

About the Project

We’re upgrading a section of Seacliffe Avenue, between Wiscombe Street and Montgomery Avenue to make it stronger, safer and ready for future growth in Belmont, as part of our Summer Road Reno regular road maintenance programme.

• This upgrade is more than just a new road surface – it’s an investment in the future of Takapuna.
• Our work will make the road stronger, safer, and better prepared for bad weather.
• This 8-week upgrade will be done in two phases. We’ll be improving stormwater drainage, rebuilding the road foundation, and resurfacing the road.

The Summer Road Reno renewals programme is part of our ongoing investment to maintain and improve Auckland’s transport network, making roads safer, more reliable, and helping to keep Auckland moving.

The work we’ll be doing and traffic management & detours

• We’ll be doing work in stages for approximately 8 weeks. We’ll be working from 7am – 7pm to deliver this project as quickly as possible. We know construction can be disruptive.
• 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. Bus stops could be affected – please use the AT mobile app or the QR codes on posters at Bus Stops for more information.
• Follow all traffic signs, signals, and directions for safety. Take care while driving, walking, or cycling in the area.
• Driveway and vehicle access to properties could be restricted when we work outside your property. If your driveway is restricted, you will need to park nearby and walk home. On-street parking will be limited.
• Vehicle access to properties we are working near will not be available during concrete pours and potentially whilst the concrete cures. Residents will be contacted 24 – 48 hours prior to the concrete pours to help accommodate any specific needs.
• Footpaths will remain accessible to local residents.
• 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.
• We’ll try to keep noise levels down and we apologise for the inconvenience.
• If your driveway is restricted, you will need to park nearby and walk home or to your place of business.
  

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 breakdown

Stage 1 is scheduled to commence Monday 16 March. We will begin on Stage 1A from 65 Seacliffe Ave.

• Stage 1A will begin outside No. 65 Seacliffe Ave and work towards No. 1 Seacliffe Ave.
• Stage 1B will begin outside No. 66 Seacliffe Ave and works towards No. 2 Seacliffe Ave.

We expect both Stage 1A and 1B to take approx. 4 weeks each:

• Access into your properties will be managed throughout. There will be vehicle restrictions in/out of your property on the days of concrete pours and this will be communicated with you beforehand.
• A mixture of temporary traffic management will be set up and includes stop/go operations at the intersections and contraflow two-way traffic between the intersections. This includes a slower speed limit and some restricted on-street parking
• We will work under the guidance of an arborist to ensure best construction practices are followed when working near trees, specifically Pohutukawa
• We are not undergrounding the overhead power lines.
• Footpaths are to be widened throughout to between 2.0m - 2.5m.

Please note, our scope of work has changed and now includes the upgrade of four stormwater pipes. These pipes will be larger in diameter and will increase the capacity of the stormwater network. To accommodate this additional work, we have adjusted our construction sequencing.

Work will now be completed from south to north, moving from one side of the road to the other. This approach allows us to undertake the stormwater upgrades while keeping the active work site as short as practically possible.

Benefits to the Community

• Safer journeys for everyone
  • A smoother, more reliable road means fewer potholes and safer conditions for all road users – including drivers, cyclists, bus passengers, and people walking.
• Better stormwater drainage
  • Upgraded drainage systems will help reduce surface flooding during heavy rain, protecting nearby homes, properties, and the road itself.
• Longer-lasting road
  • By laying a strong concrete foundation beneath the surface, we’re building a road that’s expected to last for the next 20+ years with fewer repairs needed.
• Environmentally responsible
  • Around 50% of the existing road material will be recycled and reused in other Auckland road projects, reducing waste and supporting sustainability.
• Future-proofing for growth
  • Torbay is a growing community. This work helps prepare Glenvar Road for more traffic in the years ahead, keeping the area moving safely and efficiently.

How to contact us

Our team will be on-site to keep things running smoothly. We’ll keep this page updated with:

• Construction updates

• 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 027 532 4305 or 0800 830 252