Canterbury
Be Smart. Plan ahead.We have chosen a selection of useful links to help inform your travel choices this summer.View a list of current and planned roadworks in CanterburyUse our map to see live updates...
View ArticleWalking & Cycling investigation
Rocks Road Walking and Cycling investigationIn parallel to the Nelson Southern Link is the Rocks Road Walk/Cycle project, a joint project of Nelson City Council and the NZ Transport Agency.In parallel...
View ArticleProgramme Business Case
Since we completed the Strategic Case for the Nelson Southern Link Investigation (NSLI) in November last year, we have done further work. Feedback has allowed us to update the transport problems,...
View ArticleBeam placement kicks off after Easter
To make sure the public are safe, the shared path on the southern side of Waikanae River will be closed at the project site from 7.30am on Tuesday 29 March for five days. The southern path will reopen...
View ArticleOn The Move
Do you want to know before you hit the state highway whether there’s anything that could delay your arrival at your destination? Then the travel information service OnTheMove is for you.It’s a fully...
View ArticleUseful documents
These reference documents are available to download as you consider providing us feedback:Engagement Summary Booklet including feedback formNelson Southern Link Investigation: Strategic CaseNelson...
View ArticleHave your say
Be sure to read the information in the Engagement Summary Booklet and read our Guidance for filling out the feedback form as well as the supporting information before you give us your feedback.Deadline...
View ArticleLatest videos
For more project videos visit our YouTube account .Smart Motorway - Ramp Signals The Wellington Transport Operations Centre is the heart of the smart systemWatch this animation to find out how the...
View ArticleAssociate Minister marks start of Waikato Expressway - Rangiriri
Title has changed: Associate Minister marks start of Waikato Expressway -Rangiriri- RangiririTurning the first sod. Associate Minister of Transport Michael Woodhouse is using a traditional Ko.For more...
View ArticleIntroducing our new Chief Executive, Fergus Gammie
Fergus stepped into the role at the beginning of March and says he feels privileged to be the second Chief Executive of the Transport Agency and to be leading a high performing and motivated team. “I...
View ArticlePlan your travel for a hassle-free Easter weekend
The NZ Transport Agency says planning ahead for your long weekend travels will help motorists stay safe and avoid delays.'We are expecting thousands of people to hit the roads this weekend,' the...
View ArticleMedia releases
The NZ Transport Agency says planning ahead for your long weekend travels will help motorists stay safe and avoid delays.'We are expecting thousands of people to hit the roads this weekend,' the...
View ArticleWarbirds Over Wanaka: advice for people attending and those not attending
Held at Wanaka Airport to the south-east of the town, the main highways feeding people to the Airshow carparks from the south are State Highway 6 from Cromwell, State Highway 8A from Tarras and from...
View ArticleViews sought on three potential approaches for Nelson’s arterial network
A five-week period of public engagement opens today and finishes on Sunday 24 April as part of the Programme Business Case stage of the NSLI - the second of four stages of the investigation. The...
View ArticlePlanning for state highways
The state highway network provides a strategic roading link between districts and regions. State highways help to facilitate the safe and efficient movement of people and goods throughout the entire...
View ArticleFrequently asked questions
On this pageProgramme Business Case FAQsStrategic Case FAQsGeneral project FAQs Programme Business Case FAQsWhat is the Programme Business Case?The Programme Business Case (PBC) is the second phase of...
View ArticleWaiho River flooding, South Westland, north of Franz Josef – State Highway 6...
State Highway 6, which was closed briefly overnight due to flooding, is now clear of water and remains open.With 110mm rainfall in the past 24 hours, rain is still falling in South Westland.For Civil...
View ArticleWaiho River flooding, South Westland, north of Franz Josef – State Highway 6...
The highway was closed for two hours but reopened at 4 am after the Waiho River began to drop. A State of Emergency was declared by Civil Defence around 2 am.“Transport Agency crews continue to monitor...
View ArticleHeading away Easter Weekend? Be prepared, enjoy a safe trip
Large numbers of motorists head away late Thursday, after school has finished, or early Good Friday. Most people return home Easter Monday.Graeme Hall, NZ Transport Agency Journey Manager Otago/...
View ArticleNew list of approved child restraint technicians on NZTA website
Title has changed: New list of approved child restraint technicians on NZTAwebsiteNZTA websiteThe NZTA website has been updated with a new map that lists (via region) child restraint technicians that...
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