Wynyard Crossing resource consent withdrawn

The resource consent application to replace the current Wynyard Crossing Bridge with a new design has been withdrawn and the work completed to date will be put aside until funding is available.

Looking forward, Panuku will apply for the required funding in the 2025 Long-Term Plan (LTP) budget bid. If successful, the design and consenting work completed to date will be incorporated in a renewed resource consent application. Until then, the current Wynyard Crossing Bridge is set to undergo a thorough repair and maintenance programme that will extend its lifespan.

As a long-term option, a new bridge design is still preferred over a maintenance programme, however, at this time it’s not financially viable as capital funding is not available.