![Updated concept image for the entrance to the Sarjeant Gallery's new wing at Pukenamu Queen's Park](/files/assets/public/v/1/projects/pukenamu-landscape-project/10010_pukenamu_front-entrance-view-gathering-space-01-on-the-project-page-web.jpg?w=1000&h=563)
The contract to install the paving and related items for the new main entrance to the redeveloped Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery has been awarded to Fulton Hogan.
This specific work is referred to as stage 1A (concept image shown above) of a wider landscaping project at Pukenamu Queen’s Park that will be delivered over time as funding allows. The four-month programme of work for stage 1A started on Thursday, 6 June 2024.
The initial priority before paving is laid is to install stormwater infrastructure from Cameron Terrace to the new wing – Te Pātaka o Tā Te Atawhai Archie John Taiaroa – of the redeveloped gallery building. This work began on 18 June and is expected to take three weeks to complete.
The stormwater infrastructure work will be followed by the installation of the pavers, which will begin from the entrance way to the gallery and proceed to the front area of the Davis Library. The extensive paving area will also include a "feature" paving layout – please see the diagrams below. As well as paving, a raingarden and other plantings, along with seating and lighting, will be installed along the entrance.
Stage 1A landscaping / paving area (within red outline below)
![The landscaping and paving area of stage 1A of the Pukenamu Queen's Park overall landscaping project](/files/assets/public/v/1/projects/pukenamu-landscape-project/stage-1a-landscaping-paving-area-1.jpg?w=1000&h=629)
Stage 1A landscaping / paving area – feature paving detail
SAFETY NOTE – Because this work and the broader gallery redevelopment is occurring in the immediate vicinity of the Davis Library, which will continue to remain open for community use, public safety is of paramount concern.
Regular visitors to the Davis and Alexander libraries have been advised of the imminent increase in heavy traffic in the area, along with associated temporary parking restrictions due to contractor truck movements and a staging area.
Dedicated pedestrian access to the Davis Library has been established and is clearly marked for library users – for full safety information including a simplified map, please see the council’s public notice.