PROJECT
Tauranga Waterfront Renewal - Northern Reserve
CLIENT
Tauranga City Council
Our team gets results:
Tauranga Waterfront RenewaL
Tauranga’s city centre is being transformed into a great place to live, work, learn and play. Celebrating Tauranga’s special connection to Te Awanui Tauranga Harbour, the evolution of the city centre waterfront is key. The installation of an innovative seawall enhances resilience against extreme weather, while promoting biodiversity through environmental elements and landscaping, where marine life can thrive.
The refurbished seawall at the Northern Waterfront Reserve features 100 sea pods, a first in New Zealand, with tidal stairs offering views of plants and marine life. A landscaped shared pathway with seating and a drinks fountain connects to the reserve's green space which includes a sand-carpet lawn, seating, lighting, and a basketball half-court. These upgrades, including event-ready infrastructure, enhance the area’s recreational and coastal experience, and integrate with the new waterfront identity.
TBIG were appointed by Tauranga City Council Civic Development Department to fulfil the role of Engineer to Contract and Engineers Representative, including regular inspections to monitor progress in assistance to the City’s Project Manager. The project team included HEB as the contractor, HATCH Consultants, Landlab Landscape Architects, WSP Coastal Engineering, and Beca Civil Engineering.
We’re proud to have been part of the Northern Waterfront Reserve project, which not only safeguards tidal wildlife but also revitalises the waterfront, creating a vibrant space that reconnects locals with the marine environment.
TBIG was engaged as Engineer to Contract, contributing effective and efficient professional services instrumental in the delivery of this exceptional project – on time and within budget.
Malcolm Smith, Senior Programme Manager Civic Development, Tauranga City Council Scope of Works
