About the project
The entire length of the Oriental Bay sea wall from Freyberg Pool to Carlton Gore Road is being repaired over a period of years.
This work will extend the life of the century-old sea wall, helping protect Oriental Parade for future generations.
- Stage 1: Repair work from Grass Street to Carlton Gore Road in 2021.
- Stage 2: Repair work from Freyberg Pool to Grass Street in 2022/23.
- Stage 3: Ground improvement works behind the seawall section from Freyberg Pool to the Band Rotunda in 2024/25.
From April to September 2021 we’ll be filling cracks, removing rusted steel remnants and replacing degraded concrete – all while respecting the wall’s heritage.
No disruption is expected as the footpath is wide enough for repairs to be made without impacting on the promenade or parking.
Background
The Oriental Bay sea wall was constructed from mass concrete between 1920 and 1930. It forms the edge to the Oriental Bay Parade, a popular promenade.
The entire Oriental Bay sea wall has been identified as requiring repair and maintenance to extend its life.
Oriental Parade is a critical route in emergencies so needs to remain operable, as well as being a significant public amenity for recreation.
Historical information
Historic Oriental Bay (257KB PDF)
Urban design for beautification and protection (318KB PDF)
Saving the historic sea wall (662KB PDF)