As we get closer to breaking ground there's plenty of work happening behind the scenes.
The Sarjeant Gallery at the top of Pukenamu Queen's Park is currently closed for earthquake strengthening and construction of a new wing – Pataka o Sir Archie John Te Atawhai Taiaroa. The tender proposals for the main contract award have now been evaluated and a recommendation will be considered for approval by the new Council in November.
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A huge amount of paperwork is being completed, in preparation for the main contractor to start work next month. This work includes a site-specific safety plan, insurances, the conservation plan and checking compliance with resource consent conditions. The building consent application is in process, in line with the contract award programme.