The Huntly Press
Wednesday 29th October 1978
Ngaruawahia Borough Council Report
Centennial Park
The drainage for Centennial Park came under considerable discussion as it was felt something should be done about this through the summer months.
A mistake had been made in placing the buildings there at the lowest point, and at the wettest time of the year Councillor I.E. Todd said it was impossible to get from the grounds to the changing rooms “without waterwings.”
It was hoped that clubs requiring allocations for these grounds would do so as early as February 1979 in March or April, was leaving it too late, but regardless of what the fixtures were, the drainage of this park should be proceeded with as soon as possible.
The amount of money available for this work was limited, but Councillor Todd considered it was better to try “and complete one project rather than little splinters around the place.” It was thought that the county engineer, Mr R. B. Murray, had taken levels last year, and drawn up a proper plan, and council would like to be advised of the cost before attempting this project in full.
Councillor R. J. Alker asked if it could be possible to work out advancements incorporated in the overall scheme, and he said the building was virtually sitting on a swamp, and showing signs of cracking.
The urban engineer, Mr McHugh was asked if he could, with Mr Murray, prepare suitable plans and costings to be presented at the next amenities committee meeting for consideration so that something can be started during the summer months, towards the overall drainage scheme.