Roading crews in Manawatū-Whanganui are preparing for the upcoming spring/summer construction season, starting with a site just north of Taihape first to kick off the season.
As time marches on towards October, a greater number of road renewal crews are setting out on their quest to complete the significant programme to be completed across the Waikato and Bay of Plenty region this summer.
Remedial works continue for State Highway 1 at Rangiriri for another three weeks and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency advises travellers to expect delays and watch for a changing road layout.
The intersection of State Highway 3 and Raynes Road has been made safer for all road users by the installation of an Intersection Speed Zone. This will be in place until longer-term safety improvements, including a roundabout, raised safety platform and improved cycling facilities are built.
A new strengthening approach means the Whatiwhatihoe bridge on State Highway 39 south of Pirongia will be carrying heavy traffic over the Waipa River for many years to come.
