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Shrinking Restrictions For SH6 As Rock Clearing Continues
Friday, 25 September 2026, 1:19 pm | NZ Transport Agency
From 5.30pm tonight, SH6 from Makarora to Hāwea will again be open over the weekend to continuous traffic, with temporary reduced speed limits in place and road users needing to stop on demand where the road is down to a single lane. More >>
Extension To SH88 Port Chalmers Roadworks
Wednesday, 23 September 2026, 1:00 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Because of the recent weather conditions hindering progress, the intention now is for this traffic management to remain in place on this section of highway through until 12am on Thursday 1 October 2026. More >>
Snow Risk On SH73/Porters Pass
Wednesday, 23 September 2026, 7:22 am | NZ Transport Agency
Extreme care is being urged this morning on State Highway 73 between Christchurch and the West Coast after snow that resulted in an earlier closure of the road. More >>
Allow Extra Time For SH11 Paihia Drainage And Road Rebuild
Tuesday, 22 September 2026, 2:15 pm | NZ Transport Agency
During the daytime works, road users should allow up to 10 minutes extra travel time and follow all traffic management in place. A temporary speed limit of 30km/h will apply through the work site. More >>
Heavy Vehicle Breakdown Closes SH1
Tuesday, 22 September 2026, 9:47 am | NZ Transport Agency
Road users are advised to avoid the area or delay their journey. An update will be provided when the status of the road changes. More >>
SH8 Closure From Tarras To Omarama After Crash
Friday, 18 September 2026, 4:38 pm | NZ Transport Agency
At the crash site, road users should follow the directions of emergency services; otherwise, people are encouraged to delay their travel or to take an alternative route. More >>
SH8 Lindis Valley Closed By Crash
Friday, 18 September 2026, 4:10 pm | NZ Transport Agency
SH8/Lindis Pass-Tarras Road is closed between Cluden Creek Road and Phillips Road. More >>
SH1 In Invercargill Closed After Crash
Friday, 18 September 2026, 2:05 pm | NZ Transport Agency
People are asked to avoid the area or take an alternative route, or to follow the direction of emergency services at the site. More >>
Work Ahead Of Schedule For SH1 Road Rebuild
Thursday, 17 September 2026, 2:48 pm | NZ Transport Agency
The section of highway between the intersections of Thews Road and Longbeach Road is now back to two lanes of traffic, but the temporary reduced speed limit remains. More >>
Update: 17 September 2026, 7.30am – Snow, Flooding Remain But Closures Ease
Thursday, 17 September 2026, 8:02 am | NZ Transport Agency
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has area warnings are in place because of snow on some state highways, including SH87, State Highway 85 and State Highway 8 at Lindis Pass. More >>
Lyttleton Tunnel Closed After Breakdown
Wednesday, 16 September 2026, 2:47 pm | NZ Transport Agency
A recovery vehicle that was initially sent in to assist the broken-down truck was unable to complete the recovery after a small fire, which was extinguished. Now a larger recovery vehicle is being sought to free the two vehicles stuck in the tunnel. More >>
Northbound Closures For Otago SH1 Reconstruction
Tuesday, 15 September 2026, 4:24 pm | NZ Transport Agency
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) and its roading crews will be working with emergency services and residents to enable access that they need. More >>
Serious Crash Closes SH1 In South Canterbury
Monday, 14 September 2026, 3:25 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Police say the single vehicle crash was reported at around 2:20pm, and initial indications are that there are serious injuries. More >>
Serious Crash Closes SH1 In South Canterbury
Monday, 14 September 2026, 3:20 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Police say the single vehicle crash was reported at around 2:20pm, and initial indications are that there are serious injuries. More >>
Rakaia Bridge On SH1 Reopened
Monday, 14 September 2026, 8:42 am | NZ Transport Agency
People are asked to take care travelling on the bridge and in the wider area, and to be aware of the impact of delays further south on SH1, near Ashburton, where a road rebuild is underway from today. More >>
Crash Closes Rakaia Bridge On SH1
Monday, 14 September 2026, 7:51 am | NZ Transport Agency
Traffic is backed up following the incident that is being attended by emergency services. People are asked to avoid the area, delay their journeys and to expect delays. More >>
SH6 Weekend Reopenings Again, Safety Work Still Needed
Friday, 11 September 2026, 4:37 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Temporary speed limits will be in place and there will be at least one site limited to a single lane where motorists will be required to stop on demand. More >>
Rebuild Of Damaged SH1 Section To Impact Travel
Friday, 11 September 2026, 2:54 pm | NZ Transport Agency
People can expect delays of up to 45 minutes during the day at peak times, and up to 20 minutes at night, and so planning ahead and allowing more travel time is strongly encouraged. More >>
Update: State Highway Weather Closures Remain In Place For SH6 And SH65 (SH65 Open Under Restrictions)
Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 7:05 am | NZ Transport Agency
Restrictions and traffic management are in place in areas which have suffered weather damage. Road users must drive to the conditions and can expect ongoing travel delays. More >>
Update: State Highway Weather Closures Remain In Place For SH6 And SH65 (SH6 Now Open)
Monday, 7 September 2026, 1:31 pm | NZ Transport Agency
While the route is open and the connection between Nelson and the West Coast has been restored, drivers are still urged to take care on the route and drive to the conditions. More >>
