Te Puke

The bridge was on No 4 Road in Te Puke and the council have been working with affected residents. Western Bay of Plenty District Council civil defence ...

“The issue we are facing is a private bridge at the Manoeka Road end of the track may also be damaged and/or restricted due to water levels. So, we were down there with pyjamas, wellies, raincoats and torches just to check on guests,” she said. So, the bridge has gone.” It’s going to be a big deal,” he said. “This bridge going down has got the capacity to have a major impact on the economic structure for Te Puke and the orchards ... “Providing access and monitoring the welfare of these residents is a priority for us.