The sculpture was crafted in Christchurch by Neil Dawson. PHOTO\/SUPPLIED <\/p>\n
By Chelsea Boyle <\/p>\n
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Breaking ground on Neil Dawsons long-awaited and controversial Ascension sculpture could be right around the corner. <\/p>\n
The 10-metre high double helix, which has split Masterton residents into two camps over the price tag, has now arrived in Masterton. <\/p>\n
The team working behind the scenes expect the vision to spring to life above the towns northern roundabout in July. <\/p>\n
The renowned sculptor, who is a former Masterton resident, created the piece in Christchurch. <\/p>\n
Aratoi Foundation chairman Bob Francis said the sculpture looked amazing. <\/p>\n
Its been beautifully crafted and designed, he said. <\/p>\n
It is going to be very special. <\/p>\n
I am certain it is going to add a whole new dimension to the approach to Masterton. <\/p>\n
Its something we will all be very proud of once its up there. <\/p>\n
Originally it was hoped the sculpture would be installed in mid-2016, and then just before last Christmas, but after costs blew up to $320,000 the finish line edged further into 2017. <\/p>\n
I have been involved in a lot of projects, getting this over the line has taken a fair bit of effort, Mr Francis said. <\/p>\n
Its been hard work but we have a very committed little group that have worked on this. <\/p>\n
The group has told contractors to get ready for installation. <\/p>\n
They will have a small fundraiser in July to top up the last of the funding needed on the project. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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