Papahua Reserve pump track to close for renewal from next week

The popular Papahua Reserve pump track in Raglan is set to get a makeover and will be closed from Monday, 16 March.

We’re replacing the asphalt surface with concrete, improving the stability of the ground and drainage. The works mean the pump track will be closed until mid-May (weather permitting).

The track is in poor condition and requires significant repairs and ground stabilisation to restore safety, functionality and extend its lifespan. Previous patch repairs have only provided temporary relief, and if we don’t improve the sub-base and ground stability, it will get worse. 

Council’s Capital Projects Programme Manager Don Anand says the new concrete surface will provide greater longevity and less maintenance.

“And from a users’ perspective, a concrete surface is considered smoother and faster, and higher energy, with its rigidness helping maintain maximum and consistent momentum, and speed through pumps.”

This work is expected to take up to eight weeks, depending on the weather. We’ll keep you updated with how work is progressing and when you will be able to be back out there carving it up! Thank you for your patience while we carry out the works.