18/11/2025
Proud to lend a hand on this project ๐๐ป Supporting our community is what weโre all about โจ๐
Check out the new pontoon in Tลซtลซkฤkฤ; a great example of what can be achieved when local expertise and community spirit come together.
When the northern side of the popular Tลซtลซkฤkฤ boat ramp became too old to use, it had to be removed, leaving just one side for launching and retrieving boats. Over several busy summers, this caused serious congestion, so a plan was hatched for a reinstated northern pontoon.
The new pontoon was funded in part by Whangarei District Council and project managed by local groups and contractors.
Infrastructure Committee Chair Brad Flower says the project shows what collaboration between a passionate community, dedicated business owners, and Council can achieve:
โThis is a real win for the community. The new pontoon will make a big difference for locals and visitors, thanks to the hard work of local contractors and community support.โ
Council extends sincere thanks to the outstanding businesses and individuals who made this possible:
โข Johnson Bros Marine Construction led marine construction and design, managed consents, and drove piles from a Bay of Islands barge.
โข Heron Constructioncast six multi-ton pontoons at their Lower Port Road factory.
โข Steve Bowling Contractors and Robinsons Asphalt provided project management, teams, and equipment.
โข BDC Concrete built the abutment anchoring the pontoons.
โข Yendell Electrical and Ken Topp Builders contributed building skills and planning.
โข Atlas Cranes handled heavy lifting, positioning six-ton pontoons safely and efficiently.
These generous contributors also donated tens of thousands of dollarsโ worth of materials, equipment, and financial support. Their commitment has been extraordinary.
Congratulations to everyone involved in making this a monumental success for the Ngunguru, Tลซtลซkฤkฤ, and wider coastal community.