Project purpose
The proposed highway enhancements will improve access into and around the Wellington CBD, and improve route security, as well as improving access to the airport, the eastern suburbs and the regional hospital.
Benefits
The proposed highway enhancements will give improved reliability of travel and faster journey times on the section of SH1 from Mt Victoria Tunnel to Wellington airport. Route security will be enhanced by providing a second tunnel bore which will increase our ability to maintain traffic flow during major incidents.
Features
By duplicating Ruahine Street, Wellington Road and the Mt Victoria Tunnel, this entire route would be a divided highway with signalised intersections offering improved access to, through, across, and from the Wellington CBD. A number of local accesses would be closed or restricted in favour of improved intersections and alternative linkages. Access to the Eastern Suburbs, Wellington International Airport and the Hospital will be improved.
Other facts
The NZTA is currently investigating proposals for building a second Mt Victoria Tunnel and the widening of Ruahine Street and Wellington Road. If you would like to receive further information on this project please join our mailing list by emailing your name and email details to Jane Tronson. When further information on this project is available we will ensure that you are advised.
Media releases
NZTA confirms dates for public engagement on Wellington transport improvements
9 June 2011
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has confirmed that detailed proposals to improve transport connections between the inner city and the eastern suburbs will be released for public comment on Saturday 2 July.
