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What stage is the project at now?
The Transport Agency is currently procuring the project as a Public Private Partnership.
Why is the Warkworth access to the north?
To provide better journey time reliability and regional connection, a new highway bypassing Warkworth township is currently considered the best option.
This proposed access point to the north of the township also reflects feedback from the public consultation held in 2010 and further technical analysis. Newsletter 05 and Newsletter 06 provide more information on the project’s public consultation results.
Why are there no north-facing ramps (i.e northbound on-ramp and southbound off-ramp) planned for Pūhoi?
At this stage, we do not expect enough demand for northfacing ramps for several years and therefore they are not included in the current project. North-facing ramps also present a number of engineering and environmental challenges and would have a significant cost. The current designation has enough space for future ramps should they be required.
Will motorway ramps be provided at Pūhoi?
Yes, a northbound off-ramp and southbound on-ramp will be included for Pūhoi residents to access the new motorway.
Have you purchased all the property for the motorway?
The Transport Agency needs to buy or obtain an access agreement with approximately 50 properties affected by the motorway. Approximately two thirds of all the properties required have been purchased.
Will you build the motorway in stages?
As the motorway designation does not include a connection back to the existing state highway, the current intention is to build Pūhoi to Warkworth as one project and not in stages.