One of the largest planting exercises ever seen in the lower North Island is underway at the Kāpiti Expressway, involving 1.3 million plants – the equivalent of 25 plants for every Kapiti resident.
The NZ Transport Agency is urging motorists to plan ahead for travel to and from Anzac events this weekend. However, it is also reminding holidaymakers to be aware of hotspots on the highways north of Wellington – especially north of Ōtaki on Monday.
Work has started on the Nelson Street Cycle Route linking Upper Queen Street to Quay Street via the disused Nelson Street off-ramp. The proposed cycle route will connect to the north-western and Grafton Gully cycleways, providing easier and safer access to and from the city centre.
A 130m long pa sculpture, set to become one of the largest public artworks on display in New Zealand, is taking shape alongside the Tauranga Eastern Link (TEL).
The NZ Transport Agency advises motorists travelling on State Highway 2 (SH2) between Tauranga and Papamoa to expect delays this week as contractors continue work on the Tauranga Eastern Link Toll Road.
The NZ Transport Agency and Hamilton based consultancy Bloxam Burnett and Olliver were the big winners at the 2015 New Zealand Planning Institute Awards presented in Auckland on Friday night.
New electronic speed limit signs will slow motorists to 60km/h as they travel on State Highway 1 (SH1) past Tokoroa’s Amisfield School from this week, boosting safety for students as they start the school term.
The NZ Transport Agency is advising that the Manawatu Gorge remains on track to be partially reopened tomorrow morning, although it is likely to be later than the initial estimate of 7am.
The NZ Transport Agency says they are focused on reducing delays to motorists as major road rehabilitation work continues on State Highway 29, west of Tauranga this month.
