Project introduction

The project included a new 3-lane 16.8m wide bridge over the motorway, with a shared walking and cycling path, and an additional northbound on-ramp and traffic signals at key intersections.

  • Estimated project dates

    Mar 2012–Dec 2013
  • Estimated project cost

    $35 million
  • Project type

    Road improvements
  • Project status

    Completed

Purpose

The Papakura Interchange upgrade will benefit Hingaia and surrounding areas which are projected to grow significantly in the next 10–20 years. Signalising of current intersections will mean safer access to and from the state highway and together with the inclusion of a shared pedestrian and cycle lane, the upgrade will ensure safer journeys for all users. This project is a key component of a series of improvements on the Southern Motorway to help ensure more reliable travel times.

Benefits

  • Increased capacity for immediate and planned growth in the area.
  • Create an urban gateway into Papakura.
  • Safer access onto SH1 and off at the interchange.
  • Better connections for cycling and pedestrians at the interchange.

About the project

  • New three-lane bridge alongside Beach Road.
  • Shared pedestrian and cycle path over the new three-lane bridge.
  • An additional northbound on ramp at Hilldene Road.
  • Additional lanes on the existing north and southbound on and off-ramps.
  • Traffic signalling at the on/off ramps and Beach Road Intersection and Hingaia Road intersection.

The Papakura interchange upgrade is now complete. 

The Transport Agency thanks the community for their continued support, patience and commitment to safety throughout the project.