Watch the moment (below) when around fifteen one-tonne bags of sand and six steel plates — three at either end — were removed from where they had been holding the stream in place while we created a new, more natural home for the awa.
Previously running underground in a concrete pipe, we have ‘daylighted’ Te Auaunga, massively improving the biodiversity, appearance and appeal of the park as a revitalised green space for residents.
Not only that, but as part of upgrading the storm and waste water network in the neighbourhood, we’ve also created new flood detention basins and more green spaces in the reserve — the spongey cities concept (read more here and here) — improving the whenua's ability to absorb water and drastically reducing the flood risk for neighbouring communities.
Clever design and smart construction create enjoyable places to be, as well as practical secret weapons against the trend to wetter, warmer weather.
Ecologist Liza Kabrle extols the biodiversity benefits of stream daylighting including improved habitats for native fish, ducks, birds and lizards; improved water quality and cooler stream temperatures which will enhance critical insect life. She also cites the extensive planting that emulates the species that would have been in the area in its pre-European past.
A partial opening is planned with a community celebration so some of the new amenity we have delivered can start being used. Find out more about the Roskill development at Kāinga Ora.
Watch the moment (below) when around fifteen one-tonne bags of sand and six steel plates — three at either end — were removed from where they had been holding the stream in place while we created a new, more natural home for the awa.
Previously running underground in a concrete pipe, we have ‘daylighted’ Te Auaunga, massively improving the biodiversity, appearance and appeal of the park as a revitalised green space for residents.
Not only that, but as part of upgrading the storm and waste water network in the neighbourhood, we’ve also created new flood detention basins and more green spaces in the reserve — the spongey cities concept (read more here and here) — improving the whenua's ability to absorb water and drastically reducing the flood risk for neighbouring communities.
Clever design and smart construction create enjoyable places to be, as well as practical secret weapons against the trend to wetter, warmer weather.
Ecologist Liza Kabrle extols the biodiversity benefits of stream daylighting including improved habitats for native fish, ducks, birds and lizards; improved water quality and cooler stream temperatures which will enhance critical insect life. She also cites the extensive planting that emulates the species that would have been in the area in its pre-European past.
A partial opening is planned with a community celebration so some of the new amenity we have delivered can start being used. Find out more about the Roskill development at Kāinga Ora.
Watch the moment (below) when around fifteen one-tonne bags of sand and six steel plates — three at either end — were removed from where they had been holding the stream in place while we created a new, more natural home for the awa.
Previously running underground in a concrete pipe, we have ‘daylighted’ Te Auaunga, massively improving the biodiversity, appearance and appeal of the park as a revitalised green space for residents.
Not only that, but as part of upgrading the storm and waste water network in the neighbourhood, we’ve also created new flood detention basins and more green spaces in the reserve — the spongey cities concept (read more here and here) — improving the whenua's ability to absorb water and drastically reducing the flood risk for neighbouring communities.
Clever design and smart construction create enjoyable places to be, as well as practical secret weapons against the trend to wetter, warmer weather.
Ecologist Liza Kabrle extols the biodiversity benefits of stream daylighting including improved habitats for native fish, ducks, birds and lizards; improved water quality and cooler stream temperatures which will enhance critical insect life. She also cites the extensive planting that emulates the species that would have been in the area in its pre-European past.
A partial opening is planned with a community celebration so some of the new amenity we have delivered can start being used. Find out more about the Roskill development at Kāinga Ora.