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The Tom Parker Fountain in Napier, NZ, is closed again due to faulty paint from 2024 repairs, with the contractor fixing it at no cost.
The Tom Parker Fountain in Napier, New Zealand, has been closed again due to defective paint applied during 2024 repairs, with the contractor fixing the issue at no cost under a liability period.
The work is being done now to ensure proper conditions for paint application before summer heat.
The fountain, named after donor Tom Parker, had previously been closed for six months in 2024 for structural repairs costing over $211,000.
It has faced recurring paint problems, including a 2019 refurbishment using a specialized coating.
The landmark, located on Marine Parade, remains a key community and tourist attraction.
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La Fuente Tom Parker en Napier, Nueva Zelanda, está cerrada nuevamente debido a una pintura defectuosa de las reparaciones de 2024, y el contratista la reparará sin costo alguno.