An artist's impression of the new entry building at the Hamilton Zoo and Waiwhakareke shared entrance precinct. Image / Supplied
Hamilton City Council's elected members have unanimously backed a plan which delivers a major boost for visitors to Hamilton Zoo and Waiwhakareke Natural Heritage Park, while improving the safety of road users and residents in the area.
Three high-profile projects have been combined to improve access to two of the
city's major visitor destinations, reduce disruption and identify potential cost savings.
Work was already scheduled within the next five years to upgrade a section of Brymer Rd, between Baverstock Rd and the northern entrance of Hamilton Zoo.
Work is already under way to develop the first stage of a shared entry for the zoo and Waiwhakareke. The second stage of the shared entry project was planned, but not yet funded in the current long-term plan.
Council last month (December) considered a proposal to combine all three projects, aligning the timing and confirming additional funding for the second stage of the Zoo/Waiwhakareke entrance.
