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NZ Transport Agency - Latest News [Page 19]
Crashes Affecting Traffic On SH1 In North Canterbury
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 2:56 pm | NZ Transport Agency
The crash happened north of Kaikōura, near Hapuku River bridge and the intersection with Puhi Puhi Road, and the aftermath is blocking SH1. More >>
UPDATE: 21 October, 1.55pm – SH88 In Dunedin Reopened
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 2:07 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Dunedin’s State Highway 88/Anzac Avenue between Frederick Street and Hanover Street has been closed again today, following yesterday’s blockage due to a fallen tree. A water main was also affected. More >>
UPDATE: 1.15pm – Further Closures Because Of Flooding
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 1:26 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Multiple areas in the West Coast region, and extending onto the Canterbury side of the Main Divide, are now subjects to road closures or area warnings because of flooding or slips. More >>
Erosion Of SH7 To Be Addressed
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 11:47 am | NZ Transport Agency
The damage to the highway near Engineers Camp is within the current road closure between Springs Junction and the Hanmer Springs turnoff. The closure is due to both flooding and the erosion issue. More >>
Highway Reconstruction In Central Otago To Impact Traffic
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 11:05 am | NZ Transport Agency
The construction activities will take place on weekdays between 7am and 6pm, with a full holiday break from 19 December to 12 January 2026, during which no work will be conducted. More >>
Update: 10am – SH7/Lewis Pass Now Closed Due To Flooding
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 10:42 am | NZ Transport Agency
Road users are asked to delay their journeys or consider using an alternative route. More >>
Slips And Flooding On Roads In Wake Of Wild Weather
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 9:21 am | NZ Transport Agency
While the weather in parts of the South Island is easing, more intense weather is predicted for later in the week which may further impact road users. More >>
Northbound Lane Of SH88 Reopens After Tree Cleared
Monday, 20 October 2025, 4:00 pm | NZ Transport Agency
The southbound lane remains closed as a damaged water main is addressed by CityCare Water staff. A detour is available via ward Street. More >>
SH8 Closure Likely To Be Several More Hours
Monday, 20 October 2025, 12:04 pm | NZ Transport Agency
The recovery will take place as the weather allows at the Tekapo flyover/Tekapo Canal Road intersection. People should avoid travel in the area or delay their journeys if possible. More >>
SH73 At Rocky Point Fully Restored After Slip
Monday, 20 October 2025, 10:36 am | NZ Transport Agency
A reduced speed limit had been in place, and previously stop/go traffic management, after the slip occurred at the site 3km west of Jacksons, following heavy rain. People should still drive with care through the area. More >>
SH8 Closed After Truck Crash
Monday, 20 October 2025, 10:15 am | NZ Transport Agency
The truck is blocking both lanes at the Tekapo flyover/Tekapo Canal Road intersection. More >>
SH1 Closure In South Canterbury For Vehicle Recovery
Friday, 17 October 2025, 4:14 pm | NZ Transport Agency
The truck to be recovered tonight was involved in a crash this morning. Police say no other vehicles were involved and nobody was injured. More >>
SH1 Closure In South Canterbury For Vehicle Recovery
Friday, 17 October 2025, 3:06 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Detours will be available as the truck is lifted from the roadside, but delays should still be expected. More >>
Additional Traffic Management For Bridge Repair
Friday, 17 October 2025, 2:01 pm | NZ Transport Agency
The stop/go and reduced speed limit is due to be in effect from Monday 20 October to Friday 24 October, from 7am to 6pm each day. More >>
SH1 Loop Road Safety Improvements - Nighttime Detour
Friday, 17 October 2025, 1:01 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Due to weather – these works have been postponed and the 5 nights are now scheduled for after Labour weekend. More >>
Strong Wind And Rain Aplenty For Motorists Heading Into Weekend
Friday, 17 October 2025, 11:57 am | NZ Transport Agency
The predicted rain and winds may once again make driving conditions difficult and could raise the risk of slips, surface flooding and other roading obstruction such as fallen trees. More >>
Fix Underway For Underslip In Mangamuka Gorge
Friday, 17 October 2025, 11:25 am | NZ Transport Agency
“During this first stage of works, the team is focusing on stabilising the underslip, which will allow heavy machinery to work safely at the top of the slip when we’re ready to build the wall,” says System Manager for Northland, Steve Matene. More >>
Blasting Into Summer At Central Otago’s Nevis Bluff
Thursday, 16 October 2025, 3:58 pm | NZ Transport Agency
There will also be up to five days where closures of up to an hour will be necessary for blasting work on a rock feature that has deteriorated over the winter period. More >>
Speed Limit Reduced Ahead Of Minor Bridge Repairs
Thursday, 16 October 2025, 1:13 pm | NZ Transport Agency
The temporary speed limit of 30km/h (compared to the usual 100km/h limit) is to address a small hole on the bridge surface where grout has fallen out between two precast concrete panels. More >>
Truck Moved And SH73 Lane Reopened
Thursday, 16 October 2025, 11:27 am | NZ Transport Agency
Stop/go traffic management that was in place has now been lifted and normal traffic flows have resumed. More >>
