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News in July 2017

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Maintenance work on SH1 Brynderwyns this Sunday evening

28 July 2017 3:47 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency is advising motorists it will be carrying out maintenance work on State Highway 1 on the Brynderwyn Hills this Sunday evening.

Snow expected on Rimutaka Hill Road

28 July 2017 2:36 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency is advising motorists who intend to use the Rimutaka Hill Road this evening that snow is expected to fall on the road, and there is a possibility it may close.

Auckland overnight motorway closures 30 July–5 August 2017

28 July 2017 1:05 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 4 August 2017. Please note this Traffic Bulletin is updated every Friday.

Opening of first stage of Waterview Shared Path improves local access

27 July 2017 1:51 pm | NZ Transport Agency | Auckland Transport | Auckland Council

The first section of one of Auckland’s biggest walking and cycling paths has opened today, giving communities better access to a sports field and green spaces on the Unitec Campus.

Consultation begins to improve safety of Kaikōura’s town access

26 July 2017 3:15 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency is encouraging people to have their say on a recommended approach to improve the safety and accessibility of Kaikōura’s town centre.

Russley Road Upgrade: airport roundabout changes weekend 4-6 August, expect delays, know detour roads to airport

26 July 2017 1:18 pm | NZ Transport Agency

There will be lengthy delays up to 20 minutes at Christchurch’s Russley Road/Memorial Avenue airport intersection in early August as part of the Western Corridor project reaches a key milestone. Drivers can avoid delays by taking the suggested detour routes (see map below).

One lane to open but more work needed on State Highway 25A slip

25 July 2017 4:20 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency says one lane is to open on State Highway 25A in Coromandel this evening but further closures will be needed to get the road cleared as quickly and safely as possible.

Work about to start on eastern Bay of Plenty state highway

24 July 2017 5:01 pm | NZ Transport Agency

Work on the slip below the road on State Highway 35 at Raukokore is now expected to start Tuesday (25 July) after crews were diverted to help with reopening the highway at the Waioeka Gorge.

Helicopter used on State Highway 25A slip

24 July 2017 4:47 pm | NZ Transport Agency

A helicopter has been used to remove loose rock and dirt from the slip on State Highway 25A this afternoon.

$231 million boost for State Highway 1 in the Kaikōura region

24 July 2017 3:34 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency says $231 million in funding announced today by Transport Minister Simon Bridges to improve the 60km section of State Highway 1 between Clarence and Oaro will increase safety, resilience, reliability, access and amenity and provide a higher level of service on the road for people living in the area and visitors to the region.

New slip on Manawatū Gorge

24 July 2017 2:00 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The Transport Agency is advising that a large new slip has fallen on the Manawatū Gorge, which has been closed since late April following two other significant slips.

New traffic signals improving safety and traffic flows at SH14/Hospital Road intersection

24 July 2017 2:00 pm | NZ Transport Agency: Auckland and Northland

New traffic signals at the intersection of State Highway 14 and Hospital Road in Whangarei are improving safety for motorists and pedestrians and making it easier for all road users to move through the area.

Canterbury/ Otago Highways : Akaroa highway reopens, SH1 south of Christchurch shorter detour in place, Port Chalmers highway update, Raes Junction to Milton highway closed

23 July 2017 11:08 am | NZ Transport Agency

While many highways have reopened since yesterday’s peak of the storm, in Otago and South and Mid Canterbury ice has replaced flood water on many routes. Drivers need to take extreme care. Grit has been applied in many places which also requires slower speeds, says Nic Rodger, Maintenance Contract Manager, NZ Transport Agency.

Flooding Otago, Canterbury – SH1 north of Dunedin open, but potholes, debris, single lanes in many places

22 July 2017 2:38 pm | NZ Transport Agency

People are advised that essential travel only is advised today on highways and roads of Otago and Canterbury, south of Christchurch. Highways are slowing reopening in Otago with SH1 just reopened north of Dunedin.

Flooding Otago, South Island highways 10.30 am – avoid travel

22 July 2017 10:41 am | NZ Transport Agency

People are advised to avoid travel on highways and roads of Otago and Canterbury, south of Christchurch, today with highways closed all over Otago and parts of State Highway 1 closed south of Christchurch with the Selwyn River overtopping its banks this morning.

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News in July 2017

Maintenance work on SH1 Brynderwyns this Sunday evening

Snow expected on Rimutaka Hill Road

Auckland overnight motorway closures 30 July–5 August 2017

Opening of first stage of Waterview Shared Path improves local access

Consultation begins to improve safety of Kaikōura’s town access

Russley Road Upgrade: airport roundabout changes weekend 4-6 August, expect delays, know detour roads to airport

One lane to open but more work needed on State Highway 25A slip

Work about to start on eastern Bay of Plenty state highway

Helicopter used on State Highway 25A slip

$231 million boost for State Highway 1 in the Kaikōura region

New slip on Manawatū Gorge

New traffic signals improving safety and traffic flows at SH14/Hospital Road intersection

Canterbury/ Otago Highways : Akaroa highway reopens, SH1 south of Christchurch shorter detour in place, Port Chalmers highway update, Raes Junction to Milton highway closed

Flooding Otago, Canterbury – SH1 north of Dunedin open, but potholes, debris, single lanes in many places

Flooding Otago, South Island highways 10.30 am – avoid travel

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News in July 2017

Maintenance work on SH1 Brynderwyns this Sunday evening

Snow expected on Rimutaka Hill Road

Auckland overnight motorway closures 30 July–5 August 2017

Opening of first stage of Waterview Shared Path improves local access

Consultation begins to improve safety of Kaikōura’s town access

Russley Road Upgrade: airport roundabout changes weekend 4-6 August, expect delays, know detour roads to airport

One lane to open but more work needed on State Highway 25A slip

Work about to start on eastern Bay of Plenty state highway

Helicopter used on State Highway 25A slip

$231 million boost for State Highway 1 in the Kaikōura region

New slip on Manawatū Gorge

New traffic signals improving safety and traffic flows at SH14/Hospital Road intersection

Canterbury/ Otago Highways : Akaroa highway reopens, SH1 south of Christchurch shorter detour in place, Port Chalmers highway update, Raes Junction to Milton highway closed

Flooding Otago, Canterbury – SH1 north of Dunedin open, but potholes, debris, single lanes in many places

Flooding Otago, South Island highways 10.30 am – avoid travel

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