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Epitaph Slip, Rift Above The Road - Aiming To Reopen 10 Am Friday, 22 November
Wednesday, 20 November 2024, 6:23 pm | NZTA
This section of highway has been closed since the record 9 November rainfall which caused flooding, slips and rockfall at a number of places, including above the road at the site of 2012’s Epitaph Slip. More >>
Work Continuing Throughout The Weekend At Epitaph Slip, South Westland
Friday, 15 November 2024, 5:14 pm | NZTA
Crews have been hard at work on the cliff face since Tuesday after setting up and getting a helipad for equipment delivery in place on Monday, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). More >>
North Island Hīkoi – Plan Ahead And Expect Delays
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 3:31 pm | NZTA
NZTA and AT are working with NZ Police to prepare for possible disruptions from the planned hīkoi, which is scheduled to arrive in Auckland on Tuesday evening. More >>
Part Of SH6, South Westland Highway, Re-opened From 5pm Monday, 11 November
Monday, 11 November 2024, 6:57 pm | NZTA
Other sections of the road remain closed or subject to travel restrictions, as detailed below. More >>
Westland Highway, SH6, Remaining Closed All Weekend North Of Haast
Saturday, 9 November 2024, 2:45 pm | NZTA
Heavy rain has been pummelling the West Coast including the Grey and Buller districts but forecasts are for the rain easing today. More >>
Rain Affects Asphalting Programme Through Central Greymouth Next Two Nights
Friday, 8 November 2024, 2:02 pm | NZTA
Night work will restart, weather permitting, Sunday night, 10 November through to Wednesday night, 13 November, and again a week later Sunday 17 November through to Wednesday night, 20 November. More >>
Plan Ahead For Overnight Closure Of SH11 Between Opua And Paihia
Wednesday, 6 November 2024, 5:08 pm | NZTA
The detour is significant and expected to add approximately 35 minutes to a journey between Opua and Paihia. More >>
Upper Buller Gorge Reopens To One Lane From 6 Pm
Monday, 28 October 2024, 6:13 pm | NZTA
People should expect a slower journey through the Upper Buller Gorge while the single lane is in place past the slip site. More >>
UPDATE: Bad Weather Affecting Top Of The South Highways (SH6 Now OPEN Murchison To SH65 Jn. SH6 Buller Gorge Is CLOSED)
Sunday, 27 October 2024, 7:09 pm | NZTA
The temporary speed limit will change to 50 km/h on Tuesday at 7:30 am, when work at the road’s shoulder will be carried out at the site. More >>
South Island State Highway Update: Surface Flooding, Snow And Multiple Closures
Saturday, 26 October 2024, 7:22 pm | NZTA
Contractors will be working hard to restore access to closed roads progressively from tomorrow morning (Sunday 27 October), as flood waters recede and snow is cleared. More >>
Drivers Urged To Check For Closures And Take Extra Care With Hazardous Conditions Affecting West Coast Highways
Saturday, 26 October 2024, 2:44 pm | NZTA
Heavy snow has closed SH73 between Springfield at Otira. An update will be provided at 6pm. More >>
Travel Tips For A Less Laborious Labour Weekend On The Roads
Thursday, 24 October 2024, 8:43 pm | NZTA
NZTA Regional Manager Maintenance and Operations for Auckland and Northland, Jacqui Hori-Hoult, says where possible, people should aim to travel outside the busiest periods. More >>
Take The Weather With You Into Labour Weekend: Mixed Bag Ahead
Wednesday, 23 October 2024, 5:38 pm | NZTA
With cold air forecast for Saturday also along the Main Divide alpine pass travellers need to keep up-to-date on conditions and any restrictions – for example, if chains are required and no-towing vehicles in places like Porters or Arthur’s Pass. More >>
UPDATE 6.45 PM: State Highway 65, Maruia To Shenandoah, Closed Following Truck Crash (HIGHWAY HAS REOPENED)
Wednesday, 16 October 2024, 6:50 pm | NZTA
Drivers are urged to take care when travelling through the crash site and follow traffic management requirements. More >>
UPDATE 3:10 PM: State Highway 65, Maruia To Shenandoah, Closed Following Truck Crash
Wednesday, 16 October 2024, 3:52 pm | NZTA
Drivers are asked to avoid the area and use the recommended detour. More >>
Full Steam Ahead On The Largest Road Rebuild Programme Ever For Northland
Monday, 7 October 2024, 5:03 pm | NZTA
This significant additional investment will mean you can expect to see a lot more activity across the state highway network, especially during peak summer, where the warmer temperatures and dry air helps new seal stick to the road, ensuring a quality ... More >>
Dunedin’s Northern Access Restored, Highway To Port Chalmers Reopening Monday Morning, 4.45 Pm Update Saturday
Saturday, 5 October 2024, 10:25 pm | NZTA
There are likely to be significant delays on SH88 on Monday with the new traffic management in place and short delays around the rock scaling/removal work. This route could also close at short notice again, depending on how the rockfall remediation/ ... More >>
Flooding Update Otago Highways Saturday Morning, 10 AM
Saturday, 5 October 2024, 2:03 pm | NZTA
“People need to be aware that crews are working hard to restore roads as fast as they can, so please slow down around them and avoid travel in areas that have been under water,” says NZTA Journey Manager Nicole Felts. More >>
Flooding Closures, Last Update For Friday
Friday, 4 October 2024, 5:13 pm | NZTA
People should delay their journeys and avoid these areas and check the NZTA Journey Planner for details or additional closures overnight and tomorrow morning after 8.30 am. More >>
Coal Truck Into Tree Crash: SH6 Entrance To Westport Now Open
Wednesday, 25 September 2024, 6:41 pm | NZTA
The truck crash in the Lower Buller Gorge occurred before 9 am this morning. More >>
