The people of Tairua rely on safe access over waterways to stay connected and for the community to thrive. That’s why Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is starting construction of a footbridge this week so walkers and cyclists can safely cross Graham’s Stream.
Motorists are being encouraged to delay their travel where possible as state highways throughout the Central North Island remain closed this morning due to snow and ice.
UPDATE: SH1 Waiouru to Rangipo (Desert Road) is closed again due to snow and ice. Waka Kotahi will continue to provide updates on Facebook, Twitter and the Journey Planner.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is reminding motorists to plan for delays of up to one hour if travelling on State Highway 3 over Mt Messenger from Monday (9 August) until Friday (13 August) next week.
A unique bridge across the slip-prone Waikare Gorge on State Highway 2 (SH2) is a key feature of the preferred route that has been given the green light to move into the detailed design and consenting phases.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is reminding motorists that multiple worksites are active on State Highway 30/Te Ngae Road, between Sala Street and Iles Road in Rotorua this week, as part of the Eastern Corridor Stage One project.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is currently considering feedback received from the public during consultation and engagement on proposed speed limit changes for State Highways 5 and 51 in Hawke’s Bay.
Update Friday 06 August: This work has been pushed out by one night due to a poor weather forecast for Sunday night. Work will now get underway overnight Monday 9 August. All other details in the below traffic bulletin remain the same.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency advises there will be multiple worksites on state highways across the Coromandel Peninsula next week as part of routine maintenance.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is reminding motorists that multiple worksites are active on State Highway 30/Te Ngae Road, between Sala Street and Iles Road in Rotorua this week, as part of the Eastern Corridor Stage One project.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency advises State Highway 2 will be closed to westbound traffic between the Te Puna roundabout and for surfacing repair works overnight on Monday (2 August).
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency advises motorists to plan for delays of up to one hour if travelling on State Highway 3 over Mt Messenger from Monday 9 to Friday 13 August.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency and the MetService are urging motorists to take care and avoid unnecessary travel, with Heavy Rain Warnings in place for the Coromandel and Bay of Plenty.