Earlier in the month, L.T McGuinness officially handed over the building to Wellington City Council and Takina Events after nearly 3 years of construction. Ahead of the official opening in June, there will be teams from from the WCC and Takina events busy with final fit-out items and setup for their first exhibition. We’d like …
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November Update
Ongoing Street-Works: Reminder A reminder there are ongoing improvements to the roads/footpaths immediately outside Tākina. We thank you for your patience and understanding whilst this work is underway. The proposed timing for the works is as follows: (Please note these may be revised as unforeseen circumstances arise) Wellington Water have also commenced their work on the …
October Update
Ongoing Street-Works: Reminder A quick reminder there are improvements coming to the footpaths immediately outside Tākina. The proposed timing for the works is as follows: (Please note these may be revised as unforeseen circumstances arise) The cable street Tākina side footpath is now complete and the Te Papa works approx. 70% complete with paving set to …
September Update
Ongoing Street-Works: Reminder A quick reminder there are improvements coming to the footpaths immediately outside Tākina. The proposed timing for the works is as follows: (Please note these may be revised as unforeseen circumstances arise) The cable street Tākina side footpath is now complete and the Te Papa works approx. 50%. We have been informed …
Tākina WCEC – Update
Tower Crane 2 Removal The 2nd Tower Crane was removed in June. We thank you for your patience with the lane closures during this time. Roof and Façade Since the last update – we celebrated a key milestone being the completion of the roof and façade. Ongoing Street-Works: Reminder A quick reminder there are improvements …
Tākina WCEC – June Update | Tower Crane Removal Starts Tomorrow
Tower Crane 2 Removal Due to the recent weather, the removal of the Tower Crane has been delayed until this week. A mobile crane will be arriving morning of 15 June to commence the removal. Please note during this time, there will be partial lane closures on Wakefield Street but access to Monument / Piermont …
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TC 2 – Crane Removal Update
A reminder that the Tower Crane is scheduled to be removed next week (weather permitting). We will provide a further update on Tuesday, once LT McGuiness have confirmed based on the weather forecast. Please note during this time, there will be partial lane closures on Wakefield Street but access to Monument / Piermont carparks will …
Tākina WCEC May Update
The project team would like to thank all our neighbours for your ongoing patience during the works. Covid-19 has presented its challenges in the first quarter of 2022, and the workforce numbers on site are steadily returning to normality. 1: TC2 Crane removal – Wakefield St Update Due to matters beyond the team’s control, the …
Tākina Construction Update
The construction team has been working very hard dealing with all the curve balls the COVID situation has been throwing their way. They have made great progress – some of the features are starting to show on the exterior and there are lots of finishes getting underway inside. At the end of the update are …
Tākina: Site shut down over Christmas/New Year
Tākina will be closed from Thursday, 23 December midday until Monday, 10 January 2022. Have a safe and happy holiday season and thank you for your ongoing patience this year.
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