Demolition works for Melling Transport Improvements
In preparation for construction of the new Melling interchange and bridge over Te Awa Kairangi/Hutt River, the old skate park on Block Road and buildings on High and Rutherford streets, and Queens Drive need to be cleared.
Demolition started in March 2025, and is being completed by Ceres NZ on behalf of NZ Transport Agency.
Work is scheduled to be completed in July 2025.
Note: Areas will remain closed off as they may be used for storage of various material ahead of main construction which starts later this year.
We understand this type of work can be disruptive at times so want to thank nearby businesses and the community for their patience and understanding as this work has progressed.
This work is part of the SH2 Melling Transport Improvements project, a key part of Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi.
Works update
- Block Road skate park (Complete)
Demolition of the old Block Road skate park was completed in April 2025.
- 291-301 High Street (Complete)
Demolition of 291-301 High Street was completed in May 2025.
- 51 Rutherford Street (Ongoing)
Demolition of 51 Rutherford Street (the old spa pool showroom) was completed in May 2025. Work will be ongoing as foundations are cleared and the site is leveled.
- 144 Queens Drive (Ongoing)
Demolition of a portion of 291-301 High Street was completed in May 2025. Some building finishing works will be ongoing.
- 317 High Street (Ongoing)
Demolition of 317 High Street (old MSD building) was completed in May 2025. Work will be ongoing as foundations are cleared and the site is leveled.