Takitimu North Link: Bridge work advances amid traffic disruptions
Works involve the building of a 120m large retaining wall and earthworks, prior to the 15th Ave bridge construction.
In its latest update, NZ said piling works, part of the Takitimu North Link project, were currently taking place in the area of 15th Ave.
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