Media releases

News within "Central North Island" in December 2015

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Pre-Xmas travel advice for Wellington holidaymakers

22 December 2015 3:40 pm | NZ Transport Agency: Central region

With the holidays just around the corner and New Zealand already well into the season of Christmas parties, barbecues and other well-earned celebrations, the NZ Transport Agency is urging Wellington drivers to make the right choices to keep safe on the road.

Next steps for Southern Link

22 December 2015 2:35 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency says 2016 will usher in an opportunity for the public to get involved in a major transport study to keep Nelson moving.

Get off autopilot at level crossings

18 December 2015 4:14 pm | NZ Transport Agency: Central region

A new campaign targeted at improving driver awareness at rail level crossings has been installed at Lindsay Road, Waipukurau. The ‘Expect a train’ campaign aims to get local drivers off “autopilot’” when crossing rural rail tracks.

Work begins in January for a smoother Raumati Straights

17 December 2015 11:10 am | NZ Transport Agency: Central region

The NZ Transport Agency is advising motorists to expect changes on State Highway 1 between Mackays Crossing and Raumati in the New Year as the Raumati Straights Upgrade kicks up a gear.

Nearly there – pre-Christmas roadworks in Wairarapa

4 December 2015 2:26 pm | NZ Transport Agency - Central

The NZ Transport Agency is reminding Wairarapa motorists to leave home earlier over the next couple of weeks as crews work to get roadworks out of the way before Christmas.