Connaught Terrace water pipe replacement

Wellington Water, on behalf of Wellington City Council, is proactively replacing approximately 25 metres of drinking water pipe on Connaught Terrace, Brooklyn.  

Since the installation of this water main in 2021, we have identified possible risks with the type of welds used in its construction. This project will minimize the risk of future failure, which would create significant disruption and loss of water supply to residents. 

The works involve: 

excavations in the road between 12 and 16 Connaught Terrace to identify and measure the length of pipe that will be replaced 

re-sealing the road temporarily while the new section of pipe is assembled and tested off-site 

returning in February to replace the pipe, which will require a water shutdown 

reinstating the road surface one the replacement is complete. 

One lane will be closed with a stop-go system in place during working hours. The lane will be reopened in the evenings and on weekends. Residents who need to enter or leave their driveways will be guided by traffic controllers. 

Households affected by the water shutdown will receive 10 working days’ notice. 

The works are being undertaken by Fulton Hogan.