Category: New Zealand Transport Agency

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises road users to plan ahead for upcoming chipsealing work on State Highway 10 between Mangonui and Taipa, starting Thursday 13 February.

Work will be carried out at night over 7 nights, with stop/go traffic management in place, to minimise disruption for road users. Temporary speed limits and traffic management will remain in place the following day to guide traffic over the new seal and help to embed it successfully.

It’s important to slow down through newly sealed sections of road because small chips can be flicked up from the road surface and damage vehicles – especially windscreens. That’s why we often keep temporary speed limits in place even after it looks like the work has been completed. As well as safety, the temporary speed limit also helps ensure the quality of the reseal. Travelling at the posted temporary speed limit allows for the chips to be embedded into the road surface and for them to remain in place as the seal cures.

Travel delays during these works are expected to be 5-10 minutes.

Chipsealing helps ensure a smooth, skid-resistant surface, free of potholes and slippery sections to reduce the risk of crashes and help keep everyone traveling on our roads safe.

Details of specific work sites for the week ahead can be found on the Northland state highway maintenance programme website.

Northland state highway maintenance programme(external link)

Work is weather dependent and there may be changes to the planned works in the case of unsuitable weather. Please visit the NZTA Journey Planner website for up-to-date information, including any changes due to weather.

Journey Planner (external link)

This work is part of Northland’s significant summer maintenance programme, which will see approximately 203 lane kilometres of state highway renewed across the region by the end of May.

NZTA thanks everyone for their understanding and support while we carry out this essential maintenance.

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises road users to plan ahead for upcoming chipsealing work on State Highway 16 Kaukapakapa.

Work will be carried out between 7am and 7pm over 5 days, beginning Monday 10 February, with stop/go traffic management and a reduced temporary speed limit in place. Temporary speed limits and traffic management will remain in place the following day to guide traffic over the new seal and help to embed it successfully.

It’s important to slow down through newly sealed sections of road because small chips can be flicked up from the road surface and damage vehicles – especially windscreens. That’s why we often keep temporary speed limits in place even after it looks like the work has been completed. As well as safety, the temporary speed limit also helps ensure the quality of the reseal. Travelling at the posted temporary speed limit allows for the chips to be embedded into the road surface and for them to remain in place as the seal cures.

Travel delays during these works are expected to be 5-10 minutes.

Chipsealing helps ensure a smooth, skid-resistant surface, free of potholes and slippery sections to reduce the risk of crashes and help keep everyone traveling on our roads safe.

Details of specific work sites for the week ahead can be found on the Northland State Highway Maintenance Programme website.

Northland state highway maintenance programme(external link)

Work is weather dependent and there may be changes to the planned works in the case of unsuitable weather. Please visit the NZTA Journey Planner website (journeys.nzta.govt.nz) for up-to-date information, including any changes due to weather. 

This work is part of Northland’s significant summer maintenance programme, which will see approximately 203 lane kilometres of state highway renewed across the region by the end of May.

NZTA thanks everyone for their understanding and support while we carry out this essential maintenance.

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

Five weeks of highway reconstruction gets underway near Thomsons Creek Bridge, west of Omakau, in Central Otago in a week’s time.

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) crews will be starting on Monday 10 February, running through to Friday 14 March.  The bridge is close to the intersection with Ophir Bridge Road. (See map below for the site being repaired and relaid).

Close to 600 metres of highway needs to be replaced, from the eastern end of the Thomsons Creek Bridge to about 40metres south of the Wilton St/SH85 intersection.

This work to fully reconstruct the road surface to give good traction and improve safety for road users is weather dependent. Dates could vary if it is wet or cold, says Peter Standring, Maintenance Contract Manager for NZTA in Central Otago.

Drivers will face delays up to ten minutes as one lane of the road will be tackled at a time and traffic managed with Stop/Go, with speeds down to 30km/hour. Crews will be on site from 7 am each day through to 6 pm, weekdays only.

Outside of these hours, the road will be unattended with speeds reduced to 30km/hour and open both directions.

NZTA thanks all road users for taking care around our crews while this work is underway and building in the extra ten minutes daytimes to keep everyone’s journey stress-free over the five weeks or so.

The area east of the bridge is about to get a new lease of life:

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is asking people to plan ahead, with record numbers expected on roads across Auckland and Northland this week as people head north for Waitangi Day.

NZTA Northland Journey Manager Kingston Brands says planning and patience are the key this Waitangi holiday.

“We know it’s going to be busy, especially around Paihia and Waitangi, but if people plan ahead and keep a cool head we can make sure everyone gets where they’re going safely.”

To help keep everyone moving, NZTA has updated its popular Holiday Journeys traffic prediction tool. The tool shows predicted traffic flow across popular journeys in Auckland, Northland and further afield, based on previous year’s travel patterns.

Waitangi

A local road closure has been in place since yesterday (Monday 3 February) and will continue to Thursday 6 February (Waitangi Day) at the SH11 roundabout exit to Te Karuwha Parade in Paihia, restricting traffic to Waitangi.

Those travelling from south of Kawakawa are advised to take State Highway 1 to Pakaraka, SH10 to Puketona, then turn right on to SH11 towards Haruru Falls.

This route provides easy access to multiple FREE parking sites at Haruru. Parking will be signposted and regular shuttle buses will be running between parking locations and Waitangi.

Those leaving Waitangi are encouraged to do so via Kawakawa, rather than Haruru Falls, to avoid congestion.

“We know that congestion and delays can be frustrating, but the most important thing is that everyone gets to their destination safely.

“Take extra care when travelling for Waitangi Day due to increased traffic volumes, congestion, tiredness and people driving in unfamiliar environments.

“Drive to the conditions – whether it’s the weather, the road you’re on, the time of day or the volume of traffic on the roads. Stick to the speed limit, leave plenty of space, belt up, drive sober and take plenty of breaks.

“Because predicted travel times can change based on traffic incidents, weather or driver behaviour, people should visit the NZTA Journey Planner website for real-time travel information, traffic cameras, and updates on delays, roadworks and road closures before they travel,” says Mr Brands.

Journey Planner(external link)

“Kia harikoa te rā o Waitangi!”

Tips for safe driving

• Check your car is in good “health” before you head off. Check your tyre pressure and tread, windscreen wipers, indicators and lights.
• Take extra care when travelling in holiday periods because of increased traffic volumes, congestion, tiredness and people driving in unfamiliar environments.
• Drive to the conditions – whether it’s the weather, the road you’re on, the time of day or amount of traffic.
• Avoid fatigue. Take regular breaks to stay alert.
• Keep a safe following distance from vehicles in front so you can stop safely.
• Be patient – overtaking is unlikely to make a significant difference to your journey time due to the amount of traffic expected over the weekend.
• Allow plenty of time. Remember you are on holiday, so there’s no need to rush. 

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

Update 3.40pm: State Highway 1 between Whakapara and Towai has now reopened to one lane, with contractors managing traffic past the site under stop/go. Please expect delays and allow additional time for travel between Whangārei and Kawakawa.

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3.17pm:

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises State Highway 1 is closed between Whakapara and Towai, north of Whangārei, due to a crash blocking the road in Hūkerenui.

Motorists are asked to delay their travel, where possible, or to consider alternate routes, such as State Highway 15.

SH1 is also closed between Kaiwaka and Te Hana for clean up and recovery, following a truck rollover earlier today.

Earlier traffic bulletin covering this event:

People are encouraged to visit the Journey Planner website for up to date information on the closure and detour route before they travel.

Journey Planner(external link)

NZTA thanks everyone for their patience.

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NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises State Highway 1 between Kaiwaka and Te Hana remains closed for clean-up and recovery, following a truck rollover this morning.

The road is likely to remain closed for some time, with specialist machinery required for the clean-up and recovery. Motorists are encouraged to delay their journeys, where possible, or to allow extra time for the detour route.

There is a detour in place for light vehicles only. Southbound vehicles should turn left on to Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Rd, then continue on to Moir St before turning right on to Insley St. From there they should continue on to Tomarata Rd, then Mangawhai Rd, before returning to SH1 north of Te Hana. Northbound traffic should take the same route, in reverse.

Traffic on the detour route is currently heavy but flowing. People are asked to stick to the recommended detour as other local roads are not suitable for state highway detour traffic.

There is no detour route for heavy vehicles and, due to a significant build-up of traffic at the closure point, heavy vehicles are asked to delay their journeys if possible.

People are encouraged to visit the Journey Planner website for up to date information on the closure and detour route before they travel.

Journey Planner [JPG, 721 KB]

NZTA thanks everyone for their patience.

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is reminding people to plan ahead and expect delays as contractors will be rebuilding the southbound left lane on State Highway 1, between Flyger Road and Prescott Road, from Monday 10 February 2025.

This work had been scheduled to start at the end of January but has been pushed back due to delays completing other works because of poor weather.

Contractors will undertake approximately 4 weeks of day works, followed by 2 weeks of night works, with work expected to be complete by Friday 21 March 2025.

The passing lane will remain closed for the duration of the works, with a 50km/h temporary speed limit in place 24/7.

During the day works, traffic flow will be maintained in both directions, except for brief periods of stop/go to allow contractors to shift equipment or set-up and pack-down the site.

During night works, the road will operate under stop/go traffic management.

Alternative southbound passing lanes are located between Puwera and Oakleigh (slightly south of Puwera) and between Oakleigh and Mata (near Totara Road).

Travel delays during these works are expected to be 5-10 mins.

Please be patient and treat our crews with kindness and respect. Reduce your speed, adhere to the temporary speed limits and follow the directions of traffic management staff and signs.

Rebuilding the road, which often involves replacing all or most of the structural road layers, improves the longevity of the network, the resilience and ultimately the safety and efficiency for all road users.

This summer maintenance period (September 2024 to May 2025), we’re investing in the largest road rebuild programme ever for the region, with Northland one of three regions across Aotearoa with the most significant road rebuild programmes over the next three years. 

Work is weather dependent and there may be changes to the planned works in the case of unsuitable weather. Please visit the NZTA Journey Planner website for up-to-date information on these works, including any changes due to weather.

Journey Planner(external link)

For more information about the overall maintenance programme and planned works, visit the Northland state highway maintenance programme website: 

Northland state highway maintenance programme(external link)   

NZTA thanks everyone for their patience while we undertake this important work to improve the safety and efficiency of our roads.