TSB Pool Complex Demolition
After serving the district faithfully for decades as a much-loved community venue for fitness and fun, we’re finally saying farewell to the old TSB Pool Complex in King Edward Park with demolition of the facility.
As well as having exceeded its design life (and looking every bit its age and more) the building has been identified as earthquake prone.
Council asked the community what they would like to happen to the facility as part of the Long Term Plan (LTP) 2024-34 process. Feedback was mixed, with a little over half wanting to see it demolished and the rest wanting nothing to be done, or for a seismic assessment carried out and expressions of interest put out to the community to re-purpose the building.
Earthquake strengthening and re-purposing the building would come at a significant cost to ratepayers. After much deliberation, Elected Members chose to demolish the facility and return this area of King Edward Park back to a grassed space.
This page will keep you up to date with the progress of this demolition project.
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Fences down, it's picnic time!
Share Fences down, it's picnic time! on Facebook Share Fences down, it's picnic time! on Twitter Share Fences down, it's picnic time! on Linkedin Email Fences down, it's picnic time! linkThe grass has grown, fences have come down and this new green space is ready to be enjoyed. As the weather warms up, perhaps it's your new go to picnic spot?
Dog walking
A reminder that if you plan to bring your fur babies into this space that you need to ensure dogs do not come within 20 metres of the children's playground. Read Council's Animal Control Policy here.
Future development?
Any proposed development of this space would need to undergo community consultation, likely as part of a Long Term Plan process, ensuring the community has input on any future plans.
For now, we hope you can enjoy this additional green space with friends and whānau.
Thank you! We appreciated everyone's patience and understanding as this project was completed.
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From old pool complex to new green grass (almost)
Share From old pool complex to new green grass (almost) on Facebook Share From old pool complex to new green grass (almost) on Twitter Share From old pool complex to new green grass (almost) on Linkedin Email From old pool complex to new green grass (almost) linkContractors have finished work on the demolition of the old TSB Pool Complex in King Edward Park.
The facility was a much-loved recreational venue for decades, and it’s been wonderful hearing people share their happy and splashy memories of the facility.
We’re returning the area back into a green space, so please respect the fencing that’s in place to allow the hydroseeded grass to grow.
Hydroseeding can germinate grass up to 50% faster than traditional methods because the slurry creates an ideal environment for seed growth! That means less time to wait before you create more happy memories in King Edward Park’s newest green oasis.
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Below ground asbestos found on site
Share Below ground asbestos found on site on Facebook Share Below ground asbestos found on site on Twitter Share Below ground asbestos found on site on Linkedin Email Below ground asbestos found on site linkAn initial asbestos report on above ground infrastructure was completed in 2024 and no asbestos was found on site at that time. However, during the demolition works in late February, below ground asbestos was discovered. The recently discovered asbestos is in the form of a 50m+ asbestos pipe, is non-friable (Class B), meaning it is in a stable form and poses minimal risk unless disturbed.
The asbestos is being handled by a Class B licensed asbestos removalist, in full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016. The asbestos has been securely contained on-site, and all necessary precautions are being taken to ensure the safety of workers and the public.
The discovery has temporarily paused work in the immediate area where the asbestos was found, but demolition work is continuing in other parts of the site. While this discovery may cause a slight delay in the project timeline, we are working to manage the situation efficiently and minimise any impact. At this stage we do not anticipate extending the project timeline.
Since the asbestos is undisturbed and has not been exposed to conditions that could release fibres into the air (such as construction activities), soil testing may not be required immediately. Regular monitoring and assessment will continue throughout the project to ensure that the asbestos remains undisturbed. If any changes occur in the condition of the site that could lead to the disturbance of asbestos, immediate action will be taken, which may include soil testing, air monitoring, or further containment efforts.
We'll provide updates if anything changes.
