Overweight permits
There are strict controls on the weight and axle loads of overweight vehicles. This is to protect our road network. If your vehicle exceeds the load limits, you need to apply for an overweight permit...
View Article#17-03 Use of traffic speed deflectometer results
This technical advice note details the methodology to convert the traffic speed deflectometer (TSD) data to the more familiar falling weight deflectometer (FWD) output, enabling any TSD data collected...
View ArticleDriving in the Tunnel
Drivers should expect that the Waterview Tunnel will be busy when it first opens while people find their way and work out the best route.Check out the below Tunnel Tips for safe and happy driving or...
View ArticleSH1/Western Hills Drive improvements nearly finished
Asphalt will be laid between Kohatu Street to just south of Manse Street.The work which will take place over four nights starting on the evening of 30 April, will start at 7pm and be completed by 7...
View ArticleWairarapa maintenance programme
Information about roadworks in the Wairarapa regionWell-maintained roads are an important part of keeping people safe. While we aim to do this work with as little disruption as possible, we know that...
View Article#17-04 Business case approach - phase 2 learning system, point of entry now...
Following on from the successful uptake of the NZ Transport Agency Learning Management System module covering the Business Case Approach (BCA) phase 1 (introductory modules) we can advise that...
View ArticleRestoration of Hatupatu Rock complete
The NZ Transport Agency, Mana Whenua, Heritage New Zealand and the South Waikato District Council have worked together in an effort to beautify the area, create safer access and improve visitor...
View ArticleNew road-marking symbol for electric vehicle charging stations
The newly gazetted NZ Transport Agency approved symbol will help identify parking spaces reserved for EVs charging their batteries. The new charging station road markings will complement existing EV...
View ArticleLarge loads coming through Lyttelton Tunnel overnight this weekend
Oversized loads will be coming through the tunnel over the weekend nights, requiring the full tunnel width to get each convoy of trucks through. Traffic heading towards the city from Lyttelton should...
View ArticleManawatu Gorge Big Slip Lookout Track remains closed
The work involves clearing debris that has accumulated over time on the terraced sections of the 2011 slip repairs.The slip site is near the main Manawatu Gorge Track, which remains open to walkers....
View ArticleHave you say
We’re keen to understand your views on the safety of State Highway 5 (SH5), from Tarukenga to Ngongotaha and need your help to do this. We are interested to know what it is about this stretch of road...
View ArticleTraffic Notices
Traffic notice for the week 2114 - 2820 April 2017Traffic notices provide a brief overview of likely traffic disruptions for the following week. Full closures are also advertised in the Weekend Herald....
View ArticleAuckland overnight motorway closures - 23 April – 29 April 2017
Check daily updated closure informationNORTHERN MOTORWAY (SH1)Northcote Road southbound on ramp, 23 AprilOnewa Road northbound off ramp, 23 AprilCENTRAL MOTORWAY JUNCTION (SH1 & SH16)(SH1)...
View ArticlePotentially serious crashes averted through Brynderwyns safety improvements
The NZ Transport Agency says flexible road safety barriers have been hit at least 20 times since installation started as part of the Brynderwyns Improvements Project on the north side of the...
View ArticleFinal stage of Baypark to Bayfair to start next month
CPB Contractors have been awarded the contract to build the second, and final, phase of the project, which includes two flyovers.One flyover will take State Highway 29A traffic over the railway line...
View ArticleWairarapa maintenance programme
Information about roadworks in the Wairarapa regionWell-maintained roads are an important part of keeping people safe. While we aim to do this work with as little disruption as possible, we know that...
View ArticleLook out for roadworks over this weekend and next week
All road users are being urged to plan ahead to avoid delays or state highway closures in places such as Eastern Bay of Plenty, State Highway 25/ Thames-Coast Road and State Highway 2 at Te...
View ArticleUpdate Kaikoura’s State Highway 1 south – closure to continue into May
Despite making good progress since Easter Weekend, the top of the slip remains highly unstable and a fresh fall of material occurred overnight Thursday at the top of the slip. No-one was working on the...
View ArticleWairarapa maintenance programme
Information about roadworks in the Wairarapa regionWell-maintained roads are an important part of keeping people safe. While we aim to do this work with as little disruption as possible, we know that...
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