Gentlemans Bay Walkway

Location:      St. Heliers, Auckland     

Dates:           June 2004 - July 2004

Details:

• Cleared existing vegetation including a 6m phoenix palm which was cut down and removed
• A helicopter was employed to transport the materials to site and remove vegetation
• Timber edged and metal walkway was constructed through the bush
• A crib wall was installed to support the steps
• On the lower section retaining walls were constructed to hold excavated material
• A timber guard rail was bolted to the structure
• 6 drains were thrust bored to prevent any landslips or soil erosion (also carried out by a helicopter at low tide)
• Steps on the walkway were cleaned and waterblasted to remove algal growth
• Step treads were covered in tensar netting to prevent any slip hazard

Value:           $80,000                          

Client:           Auckland City Council