Royal Billy Point Pontoon Update

We are pleased to advise that the replacement pontoon for the Royal Billy Point Boat Ramp has officially been ordered, and the manufacturing process is underway.

The new pontoon will replace the facility lost during the January 2026 flood event and has been specifically designed for commercial marine applications, providing a durable long-term solution for boat ramp users.

 Project Timeline

Current indicative delivery programme:

• Approximately 4 weeks for manufacture.
• Approximately 2 weeks for shipping from Australia to New Zealand.
• Approximately 1 to 2 weeks for customs clearance and freight processing.
• Approximately 1 day for transport to Pāuanui.
• Approximately 3 days for assembly and installation.

Estimated Installation Date

Provided manufacturing, shipping and customs processes proceed as expected, Council anticipates installation of the new pontoon during the week from 23 November 2026.

While this remains subject to factors outside Council's control (such as international freight schedules, weather and customs clearance), the project remains on track for completion well before the busy summer boating season.

Council will continue to keep the community updated as the pontoon progresses through manufacturing and shipping, and we thank Royal Billy Point users for their patience while this important facility is reinstated.