North Canterbury drivers who use the Tram Road/SH1 intersection just north of the Waimakariri River will see major changes underway to make the off-ramp safer for all road users from early next year, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA).
It is now safer for pedestrians and cyclists to use the Hewletts Road railway pedestrian level crossing, following the completion of safety improvements at the busy intersection.
Work to install a new clip-on shared path across Waikanae Bridge will get underway early in the new year, with 16 January set as the start date for construction.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is urging people to put in the practice and preparation needed to pass driver licence tests the first time, with wait times for tests increasing around the country.
Updated safety ratings for most cars and other light vehicles in New Zealand have been published on the Rightcar website from today – to help Kiwis make safer choices when purchasing vehicles.
Work to construct a new roundabout at Awatoto on State Highway 51 has been brought forward a year, as works progress to make that stretch of road safer for all users.
Work on SH1 Brynderwyn Hills has been ongoing following Cyclone Gabrielle, which earlier this year caused significant damage to the vital connection between Auckland and Whangārei.