Work in the rail corridor which crosses Walnut Avenue

A reminder about planned closure of Walnut Avenue

We are now able to confirm that we will be closing Walnut Avenue between West and East Streets to traffic for seven weeks from Tuesday 27 September.

The closure begins one day later than previously publicised due to the public holiday to mark the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

A pedestrian crossing will operate at the site on school days from 8am until 5pm, but outside those times pedestrians will need to use the overhead pedestrian bridge to cross the rail tracks, which is opposite Wills Street and is south of the work area.

A temporary pedestrian refuge will be in place opposite the Ashburton Art Gallery and Museum to assist with crossing State Highway 1.

Detour to take pedestrians south of work area during school holidays

As explained above, to try and minimise the disruption to the community we will operate a pedestrian crossing across the tracks during schools days from 8am until 5pm. However, it is important to note that the crossing will not operate during school holidays or weekends.

On weekends, during school holidays and before 8am and after 5pm on school days, pedestrians will need to make the detour over the pedestrian bridge, which is opposite Wills Street (see the map below showing the after-school hours detour).

We will also have signs in place showing drivers where to detour. Our friendly staff on site can also assist with any queries.

We apologise for this inconvenience and we sincerely appreciate the patience shown by the Ashburton community.

Can we help?

Please contact Fulton Hogan on 0800 ROAD FH (0800 7623 34) if you have concerns or to discuss any specific access needs such as nurse/doctor visits or Meals on Wheels deliveries to your property. Contact us anytime if the matter is urgent.

More information

For general information on the Walnut Avenue intersection improvements project, visit our website: www.nzta.govt.nz/walnutave