SH25 between Tairua and Whangamata CLOSED due to flooding

State Highway 2 in the Karangahake Gorge is currently down to one lane due to a slip, and will likely be CLOSED at 1pm due to rising flood levels.

Motorists are advised to avoid driving in the area and to drive with care throughout the Waikato as heavy rain continues.

For updates on road closures,  real time information on highway conditions and incidents  or to report issues on the network visit www.nzta.govt.nz call 0800 4 HIGHWAYS or follow @nztawaibop on twitter.

For personalised information about driving conditions on their frequently used routes, motorists can check out and sign up to On The Move at www.onthemove.govt.nz.