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SH1 Clear Again After North Canterbury Crash
Wednesday, 4 March 2026, 5:14 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Road users are asked to take care travelling through this area, and through roadworks for planned activities on SH1 north and south of Kaikōura. More >>
North Canterbury Crash Restricting Travel On SH1
Wednesday, 4 March 2026, 4:01 pm | NZ Transport Agency
A crash on State Highway 1 between Oaro and Hundalee, near Kaikōura, is impacting on travel this afternoon. The northbound lane of SH1/Hundalee Road is blocked and traffic is being managed at the crash site. Emergency services are working at the ... More >>
Expect Delays For Upcoming Nightworks In Auckland
Wednesday, 4 March 2026, 1:19 pm | NZ Transport Agency
When the closure is in place, please follow the signposted detour via Massey Road, Buckland Road, Portage Road, Station Road, Wyllie Road and Puhinui Road More >>
Important Roading Work For SH1 In Oamaru
Sunday, 1 March 2026, 5:51 pm | NZ Transport Agency
While any traffic delays will only be short in each case, people are encouraged to plan for these. Road users are also asked to take care driving through these work sites and to keep the safety of road workers in mind. More >>
Traffic Impacted By Crash On SH76/Southern Motorway
Friday, 27 February 2026, 5:59 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Road users are asked to avoid the area if possible, and to be patient and travel with care through the area. More >>
SH1 Whakapara – Stage 2 Rebuild Work Begins Next Week – Expect Delays
Friday, 27 February 2026, 2:42 pm | NZ Transport Agency
NZTA asks everyone to comply with temporary speed limits and follow the directions of traffic management staff and signs. More >>
Update: 1.20pm – SH74 Reopened After Crash
Friday, 27 February 2026, 1:39 pm | NZ Transport Agency
State Highway 74 at Queen Elizabeth II Drive has reopened following a crash this morning. More >>
SH74 Closure In Christchurch After Crash
Friday, 27 February 2026, 12:38 pm | NZ Transport Agency
A detour is available: Southbound traffic should turn right onto Queen Elizabeth II Drive, left onto Main North Road, left onto Cranford Street, left onto Innes Road and back onto State Highway 74. More >>
Detour After SH1 Crash Near Mosgiel
Wednesday, 25 February 2026, 6:06 pm | NZ Transport Agency
The road is partially blocked between Riccarton Road East and Gladfield Road, and emergency services have been working at the crash site. More >>
Bridge Closure On SH1 For Road Sealing
Tuesday, 24 February 2026, 1:58 pm | NZ Transport Agency
The bridge, near Waikuku, is scheduled to be closed to traffic from 9pm tomorrow (Wednesday 25 February) through to 6am on Thursday 26 February. More >>
Road Rehabilitation Coming Up On SH16 – Expect Delays
Tuesday, 24 February 2026, 1:06 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Traffic will be able to travel along SH16 in both directions but there will be stop/go traffic management and temporary speed restrictions in place. More >>
State Highway 2 Closed At Mangatawhiri
Tuesday, 24 February 2026, 1:02 pm | NZ Transport Agency
The highway is likely to remain closed here for some time. More >>
Remember To Have A Say On South Island Speed Reviews
Friday, 20 February 2026, 5:10 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Consultation on these changes is open until 5pm on 6 March 2026. More >>
Closures Points In Place For SH73 Crash
Friday, 20 February 2026, 3:54 pm | NZ Transport Agency
People are encouraged to avoid the area or delay their travel while emergency services are working at the crash site. More >>
Serious Crash Closes SH73
Friday, 20 February 2026, 2:51 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Emergency services are attending the crash, east of the Cora Lynn Road intersection. People should avoid the area or delay their travel if possible. More >>
SH75 Reopened But Care Needed
Wednesday, 18 February 2026, 2:19 pm | NZ Transport Agency
People may encounter some minor traffic management/temporary restrictions on the route between Christchurch and Banks Peninsula, such as reductions to a single lane in places to accommodate work crews. More >>
Early Work Underway On Belfast To Pegasus Motorway And Woodend Bypass
Wednesday, 18 February 2026, 11:39 am | NZ Transport Agency
The NZTA Board has approved funding of about $127 million for detailed design, property acquisition and the early work, says Richard Osborne. More >>
SH75 To Remain Closed Overnight
Tuesday, 17 February 2026, 4:21 pm | NZ Transport Agency
UPDATE: 17 February, 3.45pm – SH75 to remain closed overnight: State Highway 75/Christchurch Akaroa Road, between Gebbies Pass and Akaroa, will remain closed overnight because of flooding and slips. Recent image below of flooding on SH75 (Photo/Supplied) Floodwaters ... More >>
Update: 17 February, 8am – SH75 Remains Closed Due To Flooding
Tuesday, 17 February 2026, 8:50 am | NZ Transport Agency
People should be prepared for the highway to remain closed for much of the day, and are asked to stay clear of the area or to delay travel. MetService’s orange heavy rain warning for Banks Peninsula, through until 6pm tonight, remains in place. More >>
Update: 13 February 2026 – Expect Delays On SH73 After Event Changes
Friday, 13 February 2026, 2:34 pm | NZ Transport Agency
The change means the Goat Pass crossing for participants has been replaced with a state highway and trail-based alternative, re-routing competitors up and over the Otira Viaduct. More >>
