Tom Swift's announcement of the practical completion of his wireless plant brought hope to the discouraged hearts of the castaways.

Fletcher told RNZ News it had not been contacted by the DHB since the copper plumbing got its practical completion certification years ago.

The deal is expected to close in February or March when the 10-storey block on North Wall Quay reaches " practical completion".

I was poor, but with promises of aid from a friend, I thereafter devoted myself exclusively to the construction and practical completion of my machine.

Practical completion is expected by November, with fit-out to come after that.