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NZ Transport Agency - Latest News [Page 23]

Road Closure And Delays Due To Culvert Replacement

Thursday, 5 June 2025, 10:56 am | NZ Transport Agency

The stretch of SH67 will be closed between 9am and 2pm on Wednesday 11 June so that contractors can do their work. The work is weather-dependent and may be postponed if the conditions require it. More >>

Traffic Delays Expected As Rock Cleared

Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 1:37 pm | NZ Transport Agency

While two-way traffic will be available at all times, the right turn bay onto the bridge will be closed, meaning there may be delays for those travelling west past the bridge. More >>

Postponement To Road Closure For Lower Buller Gorge Culvert Replacement

Friday, 30 May 2025, 2:30 pm | NZ Transport Agency

A two-day road closure avoids extended traffic disruption over several weeks if the work was completed using traditional stop-go traffic management. The timing also ensures the work is completed ahead of the worst of the winter weather. More >>

It’s Windy Out There! Caution Urged This Evening On Auckland Harbour Bridge

Wednesday, 28 May 2025, 2:48 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The bridge will remain in 4x4 configuration during peak traffic tomorrow. However, under an amber alert, speed limits may be reduced and some lanes on the bridge may close. Under a red alert, we may close all lanes on the bridge. More >>

Lower Buller Gorge Culvert Replacement, SH6 – 48-hour Closure Coming Up

Thursday, 15 May 2025, 11:25 am | NZ Transport Agency

The timing for the two-day closure has been carefully considered – in between King’s Birthday weekend and the Matariki holiday – as well as before the worst of the winter weather typically sets in. More >>

SH11 Paihia Waterfront Repairs

Wednesday, 14 May 2025, 2:11 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The detour is expected to add less than three minutes to travel times. During weekends and evenings, one lane is available to southbound traffic through the worksite with a reduced speed limit of 30km/h. More >>

New River Bridge, SH6, Repairs Investigation Underway Near Greymouth, Overnight Closure Mid-May

Thursday, 8 May 2025, 11:56 am | NZ Transport Agency

The bridge has suffered a slumped pier in recent months. The repair strategy investigation involves load testing the bridge, says Moira Whinham, Maintenance Contract Manager for NZTA on the West Coast. More >>

SH1 Mangamuka Gorge To Re-open From 2pm

Friday, 2 May 2025, 1:20 pm | NZ Transport Agency

While the risk of major slips through the gorge has been significantly reduced by recently completed recovery works, the area remains susceptible to occasional, less severe slips due to the ground conditions in the Maungataniwha Range. More >>

NZTA Crews In Clean Up Mode Today, Akaroa Highway Remains Closed At This Stage

Friday, 2 May 2025, 11:22 am | NZ Transport Agency

Potholes and crews attending to potholes and slips will make for a slower journey around Canterbury highways today and into the weekend, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). Slips and road dropouts have occurred all over the saturated road ... More >>

SH1 Mangamuka Gorge Expected To Reopen Tomorrow

Thursday, 1 May 2025, 2:53 pm | NZ Transport Agency

Contractors are continuing the clean-up of the slip site and removal of at-risk vegetation. More >>

Canterbury Storm Update - Strong Winds And Rain, Waikirikiri/Selwyn River Rising, Akaroa Highway Closed

Thursday, 1 May 2025, 11:13 am | NZ Transport Agency

All highways around South Canterbury remain open with up to 150mm of snow on Burkes Pass, around Tekapo and the highway into Aoraki/ Mt Cook overnight and this morning. Drivers should be prepared for poor visibility in the circumstances and travel later ... More >>

Construction To Start On New Average Speed Safety Cameras In Auckland

Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 1:16 pm | NZ Transport Agency

NZTA Auckland and Northland Director of Regional Relationships, Steve Mutton, says the safety cameras aim to significantly reduce the number of people traveling over the speed limit on this road and lessen the likelihood of a serious or fatal crash. More >>

Update: SH1 Mangamuka Gorge Closure

Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 12:27 pm | NZ Transport Agency

Contractors had been monitoring movement on the hillside following recent heavy rain and the slip was expected. There is a detour route in place via State Highway 10. People are asked to plan ahead and allow additional time for their journeys. More >>

Plan Ahead For SH6 Delays At Epitaph Slip Site

Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 10:16 am | NZ Transport Agency

The road will be opened every hour on the hour to allow traffic to pass through the work site. This will allow contractors to complete the work required on site. More >>

SH1 Mangamuka Gorge Has Reopened

Monday, 28 April 2025, 12:51 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The slip was in a new area, not part of previously completed recovery works. Previous recovery work, including slip repairs and drainage improvements, held up well to the weekend’s wet weather. More >>

Update To Start Date For SH1 Mt Wellington Southbound On-ramp Safety Improvements

Thursday, 24 April 2025, 12:42 pm | NZ Transport Agency

Improvements will include an additional lane to merge with the existing two lanes on the southbound on-ramp and reinstating the signalised pedestrian crossing at the bottom of the left turn slip lane. More >>

SH1 Whangārei Closed Due To Serious Crash

Thursday, 24 April 2025, 11:00 am | NZ Transport Agency

Traffic will be heavier than normal and people are asked to take care. The closure is expected to be in place until at least mid-afternoon to allow the Serious Crash Unit to investigate. More >>

Next Steps For State Highway Speed Reversals Programme

Wednesday, 23 April 2025, 3:17 pm | NZ Transport Agency

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) carried out six weeks of public consultation on these 49 sections of state highway between 30 January and 13 March, and the NZTA Board considered the consultation results earlier this month. More >>

The Road Ahead: Northland Corridor Sections 2 And 3 Taking Shape

Wednesday, 23 April 2025, 12:38 pm | NZ Transport Agency

NZTA Northland Corridor Programme Director, Derek Robertson, says NZTA is working at pace to deliver a safer, more resilient and more efficient road for Northland. More >>

Rock Removal Work At Fern Arch, Entrance To Westport, End Of April

Wednesday, 23 April 2025, 11:00 am | NZ Transport Agency

From Wednesday to Friday inclusive, 30 April to 2 May, crews will be working at the Fern Arch on SH6 with delays for travellers from 8 am to 5 pm. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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