Stage 2, which is likely to be undertaken next winter, will see improvements made to the north side of the Green by building a large timber deck at the rear of the shop, although that is still under consultation.
Special thanks went last week to Henk Kuiper, Niek Galama, Katja Caulton, Brian Raphael and Jeannette Langerak, drivers of this project, with special mentions for Brian Raphael, who built the seats in his garage (free), and Bruce Gordon, whose digger easily handled the numerous instructions regarding the perfect placement of the rocks.
Fell Engineering chipped in by lending a truck, while the community bakers kept everyone well fed, as usual.
"It's a great feeling contributing to such a special place, working alongside old and new friends to achieve wonderful results," Henk said.
"Well done Paihia - again!"