Riwaka Plans 2009-2029

This page contains plans and projects for the Riwaka Settlement outlined Council's Long Term Plan and Annual Plan.

The Draft Long Term Plan 2012-2022 is currently being considered. Updated information will be posted following its adoption in June.

Important Note About the Draft Annual Plan 2011/2012

The Tasman District Council Draft Annual Plan 2011/2012 was adopted by the Council on 10 March 2011. This contains proposed changes from the 2009-2019 Ten Year Plan and the final list of projects will be confirmed by the end of June 2011following consultation with the public.

Riwaka Settlement Profile

Riwaka has a ribbon like settlement form which, historically, has spread out along the main road ways. It is surrounded by high value productive land. Much of the existing residential area is low lying and poorly drained and there is limited capacity for stormwater servicing. The area attracts lifestyle residents in part due to its proximity to Motueka.

Riwaka Population Growth

Estimates from Statistics New Zealand project the Riwaka population growing from 549 in 2006 to 612 in 2031. This represents an annual average growth rate of 0.44%

Riwaka Settlement Area Maps

The following PDF maps show the settlement area in relation to the 2009-2019 Ten Year Plan.

Riwaka Zoning

Any additional demand for residential and business land is expected to be satisfied from land already zoned residential or business (light industrial and commercial services). Refer to the Riwaka Settlement Area Map

Major Projects Planned for Riwaka - 2009-2019

These projects are part of the 2009-2019 Ten Year Plan.

Engineering

  • Undergrounding of powerlines in part of Main Road Riwaka
  • Riwaka Wharf rock treatment coastal protection works 2010-2013
  • Upgrade river protection works
  • Road construction improvements Riwaka-Kaiteriteri 2011-2014
  • Riwaka Wharf renewal of some support structures 2016/17
  • Wastewater pump stations upgrades at Green Tree Road, Jenkins, Lodder Lane, main Riwaka and School Road 2009/10

Community Services

  • Wharf Road esplanade reserve foreshore development 2009/10 and ongoing work between 2012/13 and 2018/19

Indicative Major Projects for Riwaka - 2019-2029

These projects have been identified in the long term plan process past 2019.

Engineering

  • Swamp Road reconstruction 1620m rural road reconstruction
  • Riwaka wharf maintenance of support structures (started in first 10 years and continuing into years 11-20)
  • Riwaka main wastewater pump station upgrade
  • Riwaka flood mitigation improvements

Community Services

  • Ongoing development of walkways and cycleways throughout the District
  • Ongoing management, maintenance, planting and development of existing reserves and facilities
  • Purchase and development of new reserves and facilities to meet the needs of the District’s growing population