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State Highway 16 closed between Kaukapakapa and Wellsford

Wednesday, 10 August 2016, 11:52 am | NZTA

The NZ Transport Agency says State Highway 16 between Kaukapakapa and Wellsford is closed in both directions due to heavy flooding near West Coast Road. More >>

Kamo Bypass closed for repairs starting this weekend

Tuesday, 9 August 2016, 2:37 pm | NZTA

Motorists are advised to plan their alternative routes and allow extra time for their journeys when the Kamo Bypass in Whangarei is closed for repairs starting this weekend. The repair work will be carried out in stages over the next few weeks and ... More >>

Waimana Gorge expected to reopen to one lane later today

Tuesday, 9 August 2016, 2:29 pm | NZTA

SH2 at Waimana Gorge expected to reopen to one lane later today SH2 Waimana Gorge remains closed following slip, expected to reopen to one lane later today More >>

Update on Central North Island roads as of 10.30am

Tuesday, 9 August 2016, 11:44 am | NZTA

The NZ Transport Agency has confirmed that the State Highway 5 Napier to Taupo is planned to open at 11.30am this morning but is warning drivers to exercise extra caution due to wintry conditions. “Drivers need to be aware that there are still ... More >>

Update on Central North Island roads

Tuesday, 9 August 2016, 9:46 am | NZTA

The NZ Transport Agency is advising motorists to continue to take care and be aware of winter conditions on many of the state highways around the central and lower North Island. More >>

New volcanic themed skatepark for New Windsor

Monday, 8 August 2016, 10:44 am | NZTA

Construction of a unique volcanic themed skatepark in the Auckland suburb of New Windsor starts at the end of August. The skatepark, which takes inspiration from Auckland’s volcanic fields, will complete the third and final stage of the Valonia ... More >>

Statement regarding rail to the North Shore

Monday, 8 August 2016, 10:41 am | NZTA

The NZ Transport Agency says suggestions that it is focused on a road only solution for a future tunnel across Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour are misleading and inaccurate. “We are 100 per cent committed to providing Aucklanders with a future multi-modal ... More >>

Icy highways South Island start of school week

Monday, 8 August 2016, 10:40 am | NZTA

South Island drivers need to slow down and watch following distances on both icy roads and gritted roads this morning and this week, says NZ Transport Agency Journey Manager Lee Wright. Shaded areas may be icy until midday and later in some places. More >>

Wintry conditions forecast for Hawkes Bay over the weekend

Friday, 5 August 2016, 4:03 pm | NZTA

The NZ Transport Agency is reminding drivers in and around the Hawkes Bay region to drive to the conditions with rain, cool temperatures and the possibility of snow contributing to challenging driving conditions. More >>

Community feedback on Nelson Southern Link investigation

Friday, 5 August 2016, 3:49 pm | NZTA

A summary report outlining community feedback on the Nelson Southern Link Investigation has been released today by the NZ Transport Agency. More >>

Wintry conditions forecast for Manawatu over the weekend

Friday, 5 August 2016, 3:11 pm | NZTA

The NZ Transport Agency is reminding drivers in and around the Manawatu region to drive to the conditions with rain, cool temperatures and the possibility of snow contributing to challenging driving conditions. More >>

South Island highways all open – 2 pm, 5 August

Friday, 5 August 2016, 2:27 pm | NZTA

No South Island highways are closed due to snow currently, however icy conditions are forecast to continue overnight and early tomorrow in many places. More >>

Snow and ice impact reducing South Island highways

Friday, 5 August 2016, 12:37 pm | NZTA

Snow and ice conditions have eased up on most South Island state highways – notably Pine Hill to Waitati including the Leith Saddle north of Dunedin which has now reopened, says the NZ Transport Agency. (Check web cam of Leith Saddle here .) More >>

Snow and ice impact upon South Island highways

Friday, 5 August 2016, 9:16 am | NZTA

Drivers should be ready for snow and ice on many South Island State Highways this morning, says the NZ Transport Agency. The wider Dunedin area and Palmerston to Gore, is very icy and road users need to take care. Care is needed on all alpine passes ... More >>

Haast to Otago highway closing at neck of Lake Wanaka 5pm

Monday, 1 August 2016, 3:12 pm | NZTA

West Coast to Otago SH 6 closing from 5 pm tonight Bean Bluff, next to Lake Wanaka, aiming to reopen 8 am Tuesday More >>

Reports in NZ Herald about East West project are incorrect

Monday, 1 August 2016, 1:46 pm | NZTA

The NZ Transport Agency says a story published by the NZ Herald earlier today (1 August) about the East West Link project is incorrect. The NZ Herald has since corrected the story. More >>

NZTA Traffic Bulletin

Monday, 1 August 2016, 11:36 am | NZTA

A slip near Boundary Creek, between Makarora and the Neck* of Lake Wanaka, was cleared just before 10 am today and traffic is again able to get through to the West Coast. Drivers should anticipate short delays with one-way traffic likely. More >>

Waikato and Bay of Plenty roadwork update

Friday, 29 July 2016, 1:01 pm | NZTA

The NZ Transport Agency advises Waikato and Bay of Plenty motorists to leave extra time when travelling over the coming month as work continues on major projects and safety improvements. More >>

NZTA Weekly Traffic Bulletin - 31 July – 06 August 2016

Friday, 29 July 2016, 11:07 am | NZTA

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 5 August ... More >>

Ice and snow driving warning

Friday, 29 July 2016, 9:40 am | NZTA

The NZ Transport Agency closed State Highway 73 during the night between Arthurs Pass and Otira due to heavy falls of snow, however it has since reopened with chains essential and snow easing this morning so far. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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