It can be difficult for local authorities to know whether they are getting value for money from contractors for road asset building and maintenance. At the same time, value for money in delivery of road maintenance services is a major objective for central government.

REG aims to identify and promote procurement and delivery models that will enhance the sector’s ability to obtain value for money; and to gather, moderate and publish examples of good practice procurement. These should help local authorities avoid duplication and “reinventing the wheel”, while making procurement decisions that align with their needs and smart buying aspirations.

Key documents 

Road Maintenance Procurement: delivery model guidelines

These guidelines present a selection matrix of key client drivers to help RCAs determine a preferred road maintenance delivery model.

The NZ Transport Agency is asking for community feedback to help shape the designs of new, two-way bridges on State Highway 10 at both Kaeo and Taipa.

'Replacing these bridges will provide greater resilience during extreme weather events as well as providing better connections for all users along the Twin Coast Discovery route between the Bay of Islands and Doubtless Bay,' says the NZ Transport Agency’s Northland Highway Manager, Brett Gliddon.

The proposals for the new bridge in Taipa will provide two traffic lanes as well as a shared path for pedestrians and cyclists. There are also plans for a swimming platform in a similar location to the current platform, which is a popular jumping spot for local children and visitors.

At Kaeo the new bridge and approach roads will be higher so that they’re no longer affected by flood waters. Safety will also be improved by smoothing out the sharp corner on one approach to the bridge and upgrading the nearby intersection to improve visibility.

'These bridge upgrades are part of the Government’s commitment to invest in Northland’s State Highway network to stimulate economic growth throughout the region and improve connections with the rest of New Zealand.'

Public open days are being held in the Taipa and Kaeo communities this week to update the community, give them a chance to talk to the project teams and give their thoughts on the proposed changes.

After feedback has been collected detailed designs will be developed with construction expected to start when resource consent has been secured.

The Hardies and Anderson bridges on State Highway 12 at Matakohe are also progressing through the planning and investment stage.

Community open days:

Kaeo Memorial Hall
SH10, Kaeo
Wednesday 26 October 2016 3pm – 7pm

Taipa Area School
SH10 Taipa
Thursday 27 October 2016 3pm – 7pm

For more information on the projects visit the NZ Transport Agency website at: www.nzta.govt.nz/taipa-bridge  or  www.nzta.govt.nz/kaeo-bridge

The State highway annual plan instructions manual  (SM018) gives guidance to regional offices, contractors and consultants around what is expected in their annual plan submission for the financial year in question and the dates for which various submissions are due. 

The manual outlines how forward works programs for pavement renewals and maintenance should be put together, as well as all other work categories within highway maintenance and operations. The Capital Instructions gives guidance and dates for applying for capital projects including Minor Improvements and Resilience projects.

Guidance around NPV analysis, drainage works, and treatment prioritisation are provided as well as a review of the previous year’s RAPT (review and prioritisation team) findings.

The State highway maintenance contract proforma manual (SM032) is a manual for use by the NZ Transport Agency when preparing state highway tender documents for maintenance contracts. It contains the Transport Agency's Highways and Network Operations physical works maintenance tender documents for the Network Outcomes Contract.

Relevant documents

Annual plan

• SM018 Annual plan instructions (maintenance and operations) 2017/18 - Volume 1
• SM018 Annual plan instructions (maintenance and operations) 2017/18 - Volume 2
• NPV instructions - 2017/18
• NPV template 2017/18
• NPV template 2017/18 example
• Prioritisation process - 2016/17
• Annual plan adjustment guide
• Request for annual plan adjustment form
• Working with funding adjustments in InfoHub
• Deferral monitoring form
• 2016 National pavement condition report
• 2015 National pavement condition report
• Economic evaluation manual
• State highway maintenance contract proforma manual (SM032)
• State highway plan 2016/17 (draft)

Minor improvements / enhanced resilience

• Project impact estimation 2017/18
• SM018 Annual plan instructions (capital) 2017/18
• Minor improvements template
• Minor resilience application form (<$300k)
• Enhanced resilience application form (>$300k)
• SP1 form (can be used for Enhanced resilience NPV)
• Price level adjustment form
• Small project application form
• Example of good Enhanced Resilience Application - SH73

For further information contact SM018@nzta.govt.nz .

Regular vehicle maintenance is sound business practice that ensures vehicles use fuel efficiently and prevents avoidable and costly breakdowns.

While routine maintenance is straightforward, this section outlines current issues that are beyond routine maintenance requirements that all those with an interest in the safe operation of heavy vehicles need to be aware of.

Safety alert: Bolt-in tow-eye security

This safety alert has been issued by the NZ Transport Agency following recent incidents where heavy trailers have separated from the towing vehicle, specifically where the drawbar was fitted with a bolt-in tow-eye which pulled out.

What you should do:

• Check the security of the towing eye as part of the daily walk around.
• If there is any sign of it being loose (eg fretting, shiny, rusting etc) the tow-eye and nut must be replaced – under no circumstances is it to be tightened.
• When the tow-eye and nut is replaced, the nut must be torqued to the manufacturer’s recommendation (including a greased thread) and then if necessary taken to the next castellation – in no circumstances backed off.
• Following initial installation the nut should be re-torqued at the lesser of 5000km or as directed by the manufacturer. If it moves it must be re-torqued. Note: this is the only time that re-tightening is permitted.
• One manufacturer recommends checking the tightening torque of the castellated nut every 15,000km. The Transport Agency encourages all operators to follow this recommendation. If the nut is found to be loose the complete towing eye and nut must be replaced.

Information sheet

Read our safety alert information sheet about bolt-in tow-eye security

Skid plate corrosion

King pins and skid plates need appropriate inspection and maintenance. This is especially important where moisture and debris can accumulate above the upper surface of the skid plate and the design makes it difficult or even impossible for inspection to be carried out.

In these circumstances the potential for corrosion and eventual structural failure and resultant detachment from the towing vehicle is a significant risk. Operators, drivers and mechanics, as well as trailer designers, certifiers and vehicle inspectors, all need to take appropriate action to ensure trailer detachment does not occur.

Information sheet

Read our information sheet about skid plate corrosion

Form

Download the Operator statement of compliance with the maintenance requirements of NZS 5451: 1989 form

This form is used by a heavy vehicle operator to confirm a vehicle’s skid plate structural condition is within safe tolerances.

Driveshafts

Heavy vehicle driveshafts and their components, especially the universal joints, need appropriate maintenance, otherwise their life will be shortened dramatically, and they may fail prematurely. Operators, drivers and mechanics, as well as engineers, certifiers and vehicle inspectors, all need to take appropriate action to avoid these potentially dangerous failures.

Drivers

Drivers should:

• engage and disengage the clutch smoothly and gradually, especially when starting or changing gear under heavy load, eg when driving uphill

• avoid abrupt use of the clutch, as this places higher loads on the driveline, which may cause damage to the driveshaft, or in extreme cases, may lead to immediate driveshaft failure

• be alert to any unusual vibration (eg on the gearshifting lever) that may indicate a problem with the driveshaft. Other signs include knocking sounds when starting the vehicle, and/or during gear changes. If vibration or knocking increases, the driveshaft may be about to fail – you must immediately slow down, stop the vehicle, and check the driveshaft.

If driveshaft failure occurs at high vehicle speed, the risk of harming other road users increases significantly.

Transport operators

Operators should ensure:

• that driveshafts are maintained and checked regularly

• that this maintenance work is carried out according to the manufacturer's written instructions. Industry experience has indicated that, in some cases, you need to lubricate and check driveshafts more frequently than specified by the manufacturer.

Maintenance workshops and mechanics

Maintenance workshops and mechanics should:

• check and maintain the driveshaft according to the manufacturer's instructions. The instructions are likely to include the following directions:
• •  'purge-lubricate' with specified lubricant: greasing must be continued until the fresh lubricant is discharged from all outlets of the lubricated component
  • ensure that the pressure is not too high as excessive pressure can damage or blow out the seals of universal joints, which in turn will lead to reduced component life
• check the condition (damage, wear, deterioration, excessive play) of all components
• check that all bolts and nuts are present and properly tightened
• check that the bearing cups of the universal joints are correctly positioned, secure, and not able to rotate.

By repairers

Workshops and mechanics that repair driveshafts or carry out repairs where the driveshaft is partially or fully removed from the vehicle must follow the manufacturer's repair instructions. Instructions are likely to include the following directions:

• Thoroughly clean components that are allowed to be re-used. Inspect (replacing if necessary) and lubricate these before re-assembly. Components that are required to be replaced once disassembled must be replaced even if they appear to be in good condition. These components may include bolts, nuts, locking tabs, the straps of universal joints, etc.

• Phase the universal joints as prescribed by the manufacturer.

• Properly tighten all bolts and nuts.

• Use locking devices as specified by the manufacturer.

Certifiers

Heavy vehicle specialist certifiers should ensure that the requirements, which are in force in respect of driveshaft modifications, are complied with. 

Read more about modifying a heavy vehicle.

By vehicle inspectors

Certificate of fitness (CoF) inspections include detailed inspection requirements for driveshafts. CoF inspectors should check the condition of driveshafts and their components according to the updated requirements.

Information about roadworks in the Wairarapa region

Well 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 roadworks can be inconvenient.  Thanks for your patience and understanding while we do this important work.

Please drive carefully through work sites and stick to the temporary speed limits.  If you’re driving around the Wairarapa, roadworks on the state highway network may affect your travel plans.

Below is a quick outline of the major works planned for the coming week from 24 October 2016 .  16 October 2016 . 

State Highway 2

State Highway 53

NOTE: If bad weather should strike, work will be postponed to the next suitable night.

Well 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 roadworks can be inconvenient.  Thanks for your patience and understanding while we do this important work.

Please drive carefully through work sites and stick to the temporary speed limits.  If you’re driving around the Wellington region, roadworks on the state highway network may affect your travel plans.

Below is a quick outline of the major works planned for the coming week from 2416 October 2016 .  We’ll keep you posted on future works and have regular updates on local radio stations.

State Highway 1

State Highway 2

The project team is taking advantage of the usual ‘block of line’ rail closures over the long weekend to carry out this essential work above the rail corridor. Otherwise, the work would need to wait until the Christmas/New Year break. 

Four beams are needed for the overbridge, which will link Manor Park Station with Annabell Grove. The work can be completed without the need for full road closures, since the beams rest on a central pier in the middle of State Highway 2. 

The footbridge beams that will span State Highway 2 are being placed during the nights of Tuesday 25 October and Monday 31 October. As with the main (vehicle) bridge beams installed earlier in the year, the installations are weather-dependent and may be postponed due to high winds.

“Installing the pedestrian overbridge beams is a major milestone for the project, and marks the end of the major structural work needed for the interchange,” says NZ Transport Agency Regional Performance Manager Mark Owen.

“Once it’s complete, we’ll switch focus to building the tie-ins linking the existing highway to the interchange.”

Other work needed to complete the interchange includes:

• a large retaining wall to strengthen State Highway 58 where it will join the interchange
• planting, landscaping and general finishing works
• installation of street and pathway lighting, signage and barriers
• sealing, line marking and surface detailing
• completion of the cycle bypasses
• completion of the revised Manor Park Station pedestrian access, both across the new bridge and from Golf Road
• installation of electronic variable message signboards
• installing kerbs and channels and connecting them to drainage systems.

The $43 million interchange is scheduled for completion in June 2017.

More information about the State Highway 2/State Highway 58 Haywards Interchange project www.nzta.govt.nz/projects/sh2sh58-haywards-interchange.

“There may be some delays as people who don’t use this route every day navigate their way through the temporary road layout,” Mark Owen, Regional Performance Manager, NZ Transport Agency says.

“We are asking motorists to keep to the posted speed limit of 70 km/h through these roadworks sites and carefully observe the signage directing them onto the correct route.”

“Labour Weekend is traditionally a curtain-raiser for the summer holidays, and we want people’s journeys to go as smoothly and safely as possible,” says Mr Owen.

The Transport Agency has released travel data to help motorists dodge the delays this Labour Weekend - http://nzta.govt.nz/hotspots.

“If you get stuck in traffic, it can add frustration to what should be a time of relaxation. Thanks to this travel information, people can avoid the worst travel time periods by planning their journeys before they even pack the boot.”

For people heading north on State Highway 2, motorists are being urged to be patient with a busy run expected over the Rimutaka Hill Road. “There’s a lot of truth in the saying ‘your holiday begins from the moment you leave your front door’ and on this narrow and at times challenging stretch of road, patience and courteous driving will help everyone have a safe and happy holiday.”

Dodge the delays

Mr Owen says that while not everyone will be able to leave work early on Friday or return on Monday morning, those who do will spend less time in traffic.

The busiest times to travel are on Friday mid to late afternoon, to early evening and Saturday morning for outbound traffic, and Monday from lunchtime through to early evening for inbound traffic (especially north of the Ōtaki roundabout).

Mr Owen urges motorists to check online before heading away in case there are any unwelcome surprises for them such as crashes or road closures.

“We’ve got more information at our disposal than ever before, and if we put it to good use, we can take some of the stress out of holiday travel.”

Mr Owen says all scheduled roadworks will be stopped from lunchtime Friday over the long weekend.

“The last thing anyone wants is roadworks delaying their journey, so we’re stopping all scheduled roadworks to give motorists as much of a clear run as possible.”

Maintenance crews will patrol the network to ensure that any hazards or slips can be cleared up quickly.

Mr Owen says there are plenty of ways for the public to keep up to date with traffic conditions so they can make informed travel choices and reduce the chance of experiencing delays during high traffic flows on the highway. People can check out live travel maps on the Transport Agency's traffic website (http://nzta.govt.nz/traffic), call 0800 4 HIGHWAYS, or visit the Transport for Wellington site. We will also be posting on social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook.

Passing lane closures to stop queue-jumpers

On Monday 24 October, the Transport Agency will close the State Highway 1 southbound passing lane, north of Ōtaki, just prior to midday and will reopen later that evening when traffic returns to normal.

Mr Owen says the closure of the passing lanes, which is supported by the New Zealand Police, is done to improve safety and traffic flows during peak holiday traffic.

“We close the passing lanes during peak times as it prevents queue jumping and the cumulative slowing of traffic flow caused by queue-jumpers merging back in. Closing the passing lanes when the roads are full improves traffic flow and reduces the risk of nose to tail crashes.

“Closing passing lanes during holiday peaks actually means more vehicles get through and it’s safer for everyone.

“We’ll monitor traffic flows through Ōtaki and, if queues become too long, will put in place traffic management and lane closures at the Ōtaki roundabout.”

Three separate investigations have been undertaken to address Tasman’s transport network needs. The areas being looked at are State Highway 6 Richmond Arterial, State Highway 60 Richmond to Collingwood and State Highway 60 Motueka (township). As part of the Transport Agency’s Business Case Approach, strategic cases seek to understand the underlying transport issues and potential benefits for each of these areas.

The first phase of work for the Richmond Arterial and Motueka (township) investigations are complete. The State Highway 60 Richmond to Collingwood requires further work to better define the issues along this route.

NZ Transport Agency Regional Director Raewyn Bleakley says “Making improvements to the Tasman transport network will help the locals who live and work in the area and others who rely on it for wider business or travel purposes.

“But before we confirm what we could do, we will seek comments from the Tasman community, because local input is important in informing any proposals.”

Ms Bleakley confirmed that the Transport Agency will work closely with Tasman District Council, Nelson City Council and the local Tasman community to explore potential improvement opportunities.

“In particular, the Motueka township investigation has highlighted specific problems along High Street, which we intend to investigate further. We expect improvements will concentrate on the location and visibility of the pedestrian crossings in the township and we will be developing potential designs to discuss with the community.” 

Ms Bleakley says the State Highway 6 Richmond Arterial Investigation is considering how to ensure the local transport network works effectively, something that will be progressed in partnership with the Tasman District Council.

We will provide information on how the community can get involved at a later date.

For daily updated closure information click here.

SOUTHERN MOTORWAY (SH1)

• Redoubt Road southbound on ramp, 25 - 26 October
• Southbound lanes between Redoubt Road off ramp and Takanini on ramp, 25 - 26 October (approx 10:00p.m. to 5:00a.m.)
• SH22/Drury northbound off ramp, 26 October

NORTHWESTERN MOTORWAY (SH16)

• Westbound lanes between Royal Road off ramp and Brigham Creek Road roundabout, 26 October
• Royal Road westbound off ramp, 25 October
• Lincoln Road eastbound on ramp, 26 October
• Lincoln Road eastbound off ramp, 27 October
• Eastbound lanes between Lincoln Road off ramp and Te Atatu Peninsula on ramp, 26 October (approx 10:00p.m. to 5:00a.m.)
• Te Atatu Road eastbound on ramp, 26 October
• Patiki Road westbound on ramp, 24 – 25 & 27 October
• Rosebank Road eastbound on ramp, 26 - 27 October
• Eastbound lanes between Patiki Road off ramp and SH1, 26 October (approx 10:00p.m. to 5:00a.m.)
• Great North Road eastbound on ramp, 24 - 27 October
• Great North Road westbound on ramp, 24 - 27 October
• Eastbound lanes between Great North Road off ramp and SH1, 24 – 25 & 27 October
• Westbound lanes between Great North Road off ramp and Patiki Road on ramp, 26 October (approx 11:00p.m. to 5:00a.m.)
• Westbound lanes between St Lukes Road off ramp and Te Atatu Road on ramp, 24 – 25 & 27 October (approx 11:00p.m. to 5:00a.m.)
• St Lukes Road westbound off ramp, 26 October (approx 10:00p.m. to 5:00a.m.)
• St Lukes Road westbound on ramp, 24 - 27 October
• Western Springs eastbound on ramp, 24 - 27 October  

SOUTHWESTERN MOTORWAY (SH20)

• Lambie Drive southbound on ramp, 25 - 26 October
• Southbound lanes between Lambie Drive off ramp and SH1, 25 - 26 October (approx 10:00p.m. to 5:00a.m.)
• Puhinui Road southbound off ramp, 25 October
• SH20 northbound to SH20A westbound link, 25 - 27 October
• Neilson Street northbound on ramp, 24 - 26 October
• Neilson Street southbound off ramp, 24 - 26 October
• Northbound lanes between Neilson Street off ramp and Hillsborough Road on ramp, 24 - 26 October (approx 10:00p.m. to 5:00a.m.)
• Queenstown Road northbound off ramp, 24 - 26 October
• Queenstown Road southbound on ramp, 24 - 26 October
• Hillsborough Road southbound on ramp, 24 - 26 October
• Southbound lanes between Hillsborough Road off ramp and Neilson Street on ramp, 24 - 26 October (approx 10:00p.m. to 5:00a.m.)
• Dominion Road northbound on ramp, 26 - 27 October
• Northbound lanes between Dominion Road off ramp and Maioro Street, 26 - 27 October
• Southbound lanes between Maioro Street and Dominion Road on ramp, 25 - 27 October

Please follow the signposted detours. The Transport Agency thanks you for your co-operation during these essential improvements and maintenance.

Updates on state highway conditions and hazards and get free email alerts on a specific route by signing up to www.onthemove.govt.nz

Auckland roads and public transport: www.at.govt.nz

The Hotspots maps http://www.nzta.govt.nz/hotspots collate information from previous Labour Weekend journeys on the times where traffic is heaviest.

There are lots of local events on around the South Island which may affect state highways or create short detours.  For example, Southland Transport’s Invercargill Truck Parade on Sunday after 1 pm, cutting across State Highway 1. 

• For a fuller list see our earlier South Island media release.

Queenstown roads will be busy every day

As well as State Highway 1 between Picton and Invercargill, the highways in and around Queenstown will also be busy every day of the long weekend. 

“Increased traffic volumes, tiredness and driving in unfamiliar environments can make driving over these long weekends not only more stressful but also more risky,” says the Transport Agency’s Journey Manager Lee Wright.

She reminded everyone to “Buckle up Buttercup”– the NZ Police’s key message given the rise in drivers and passengers not wearing their seat belts.

“When traffic is heavy and driving conditions are less than ideal, a safe speed might be lower than the posted limit. We’re urging everyone to be patient, relax, and enjoy the journey.”

NZ Transport Agency’s top tips for a safe Labour Weekend

• Take the time to check your vehicle is safe –tyres/ spare tyre, indicators, windshield wipers, lights.
• Allow plenty of time – make your journey part of the holiday.
• Rest stops are important for the driver and passengers.
• If possible, share the driving.
• Many drivers will be on unfamiliar roads, so please be patient as we are all in this situation at some stage.
• Buckle up Buttercup.

Link to the Labour Weekend holiday Hotspots for all of New Zealand here. 

• NZ Transport Agency's travel and traffic page here.
• Otago Southland Transport Agency Twitter updates and Canterbury West Coast Twitter updates
• Transport Agency Facebook South Island
• Call 0800 4 HIGHWAYS 0800 44 44 49

Night works during the two weeks from Tuesday 25 October will resurface most of the State Highway 1 road over a one-kilometre length from Willis Street to Cambridge Terrace.

The new road surface will be laid in all lanes along the one-way, southbound road. Work is expected to finish by mid-November, though weather and other factors have the potential to cause delays.

Parts of Vivian Street will be closed to traffic as work progresses and the southbound lanes in the Terrace Tunnel will close when works are at the Willis and Victoria Streets end. Electronic signage on the motorway and in central Wellington will advise drivers of the closures and detour routes.

The Transport Agency advises drivers to be alert to the signposted detours as routes will change, depending on which section is being worked on.

 “Working along this busy street means we need to balance the potential disruption to 20,000-plus drivers each day against the need to minimise noise and disruption for residents and businesses,” NZ Transport Agency Regional Performance Manager Mark Owen says.

“To get this essential work done quickly, we will be working at night and, though roadworks can be noisy, we will aim to keep noise to a minimum. As we are working across all lanes, we have no choice but to close sections of the road to traffic as work progresses. We are working with Wellington City Council, Police and other emergency services to ensure that detour routes are clearly marked.

“Residents and businesses affected by the street closures should talk to our road crew who will help with access. Our traffic controllers will be on duty throughout the worksite and will manage foot, cycle and vehicle traffic past the site and at intersections where the traffic signals are temporarily out of action.”

Works will take place between 7:00pm and 5:30am on Sundays to Thursdays. No work is done on Friday or Saturday nights.

Post-implementation review policy for evaluating outcomes of Transport Agency investments

The Transport Agency Board approved the post-implementation review policy for evaluating outcomes of agency investments in July 2013. The policy is designed to promote the transparency of the review findings, improve the evaluation of expected benefits and identification of lessons learned.

Post-implementation review scope

The Transport Agency uses an appropriate monitoring and auditing framework across funded activities in the National Land Transport Programme (NLTP). Post-implementation reviews are part of this framework.

Their scope is on reviewing improvement projects and packages from within the following NLTP activity classes:

• New and improved state highway infrastructure
• New and improved local road infrastructure
• Public transport infrastructure
• Walking and cycling.

Purpose of post-implementation reviews

Post-implementation reviews aim to:

• assess and explain how well projects and packages have achieved their main expected transport benefits (such as improved safety, increased capacity to meet traffic volume growth, or improved journey time and reliability) to give an overall assessment of the value for money of completed projects or packages reviewed
• explain any variation between actual results and expected benefits and costs, and
• identify lessons learned that can be used to make business improvements.

Selection of activities for review

In order to ensure outcomes are clear, approved organisations are required to nominate performance measures and targets for all projects and packages with an approved cost of $10 million or more as a condition of funding. The Transport Agency may also require performance measures on some lower value activities (for example, where there is a strategic link or innovation identified).

A sample of completed projects is selected for post-implementation reviews each year using a stratified sampling approach. The range of factors considered in selecting completed activities to review include:

• the value of funding
• activity type
• regional spread
• giving preference to reviewing a package of interrelated projects rather than the individual projects in isolation, and
• selecting only projects or packages that have been substantially complete for at least two years. This is to give sufficient time after their completion for meaningful assessment of how well they have achieved their expected outcomes. Safety improvement projects may require at least five years before their effect on crash statistics can be properly assessed.

Promoting the learning of lessons from completed projects

The following processes are used to promote lessons learned from post-implementation reviews:

• The relevant approved organisations (including the Transport Agency’s Highways and Network Operations group) of reviewed projects are consulted to give them opportunity to formally comment on review findings. This includes stating how they plan to address any significant issues or improvement opportunities identified.
• Approved organisations are encouraged to undertake post implementation reviews themselves, consistent with this policy.
• We follow up with approved organisations on review recommendations.
• Post-implementation review findings are used to help inform the Transport Agency's risk assessment of approved organisations.
• Review findings are reported quarterly, along with recommendations for any actions required to be implemented or monitored. Key findings or themes from the reviews are reported quarterly to the Transport Agency Board, but there is a provision to escalate significant review findings more frequently if required.
• Review findings are published on the Transport Agency website as the reports are finalised.
• The roads of national significance (RoNS) projects will be monitored and reviewed through an extended post implementation review process which will assess their wider social, economic, and environmental impacts.

Post-implementation reviews by year

2014/15

• Auckland HNO – Manukau Extension (SH20-1)
• Auckland HNO – SH18 Hobsonville Deviation and SH16 Extension
• Auckland Transport – Auckland Real Time Passenger Information SystemAuckland Transport – Auckland Real Time Passenger Information System
• Rotorua District Council – Lake Road Four LaningRotorua District Council – Lake Road Four Laning
• Waikato HNO – SH25 Kopu Bridge Crossing
• Wellington City Council – Westchester Drive Extension
• Whangarei District Council – Lower Hatea River Crossing

2013/14

• Auckland HNO – Manukau Harbour Crossing
• Auckland HNO – Mt Roskill Extension
• Wellington HNO – SH2 Dowse to Petone Upgrade
• Auckland Transport – Lake Road widening
• Bay of Plenty HNO – Bethlehem township improvements
• Bay of Plenty HNO – Pyes Pā Bypass
• Dunedin City Council – Portobello Road at Vauxhall
• Hamilton City Council – Mill Street intersection upgrades
• Tasman HNO – Ruby Bay Bypass State Highway 60
• Tauranga City Council – Cameron Road cycle lanes
• Western Bay of Plenty District Council – Welcome Bay Road Improvements

2012/13

• Auckland & Northland HNO – Kāingaroa Safety improvements
• Palmerston North City Council – Railway Road improvements
• Waikato HNO – Avalon Drive Bypass
• Waikato HNO – Mangatāwhiri Deviation

2011/12

• Post-implementation reviews completed in 2011/12
• Northern Busway Review summary, May 2012
• Northern Busway Review report, May 2012
• Northern Busway Review annexes, May 2012
• Victoria Park Tunnel report
• The implications of road investment, November 2012

2010/11

• Post implementation reviews completed in 2010/11

2009/10

• Post implementation reviews completed in 2009/10

2008/09

• Post implementation reviews completed in 2008/09

Mark Owen, Regional Performance Manager, NZ Transport Agency says the work is important to this vital highway link over Takaka Hill, as it is the only road link that Golden Bay has to the wider region.

“Heavy rain has previously caused a slip below the road, which resulted in the highway being reduced to a single lane past the slip site. This work will stabilise the slope below the road, and enable the closed lane to be reopened,” Mr Owen says.

Work starts Tuesday 25 October and will be completed by mid-December, weather permitting.

The work site is approximately 2.2 km from the intersection of State Highway 60 and Riwaka Valley Road.

During this period a temporary 30 km/h speed restriction will be in place through the work area, and the road will continue to operate as a single lane. Drivers should expect some minor delays when travelling over the Takaka Hill.

“This is a busy road so we want to thank road users for their patience and understanding while this important work is underway,” Mr Owen says.

On this page:

• Council Consultation
• Reports
• Stakeholder updates
• Information boards
• Other publications

Council Consultation

• Transport Modelling Assessment of Options For North Of Tawa 
• Petone to Grenada North of Tawa Options - Booklet
• Petone to Grenada North of Tawa Options - Presentation

Reports

• Petone to Grenada strategic options assessment workshop report - 3 July 2015
• Petone to Grenada chronology of reports and decisions - 9 June 0215
• Petone to Grenada Assessment of Alternative Routes report
• Engagement report - August 2014

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Stakeholder updates

• Regional Transport Committee update - October 2014

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Information boards

• Welcome and overview
• The case for the new Link Road
• The Link Road proposal 
• The route options
• Petone to the Crest – discarded options
• Petone to the Crest – preferred option
• The Crest to Tawa – options
• The Crest to Tawa – preferred options
• How the Link Road fits in the wider network
• Next steps

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Other publications

• P2G Link Road - Project Development Process

Board report

• Petone to Grenada - preferred option

Northern Wellington SATURN Model Update

• Model Calibration and Validation Report 
• Appendix A: Meshblock, NWSM zone and WTSM zone boundaries Figures 1-13
• Appendix B: Effects of Matrix Estimation on Sector Demands
• Appendix C: Count Comparison
• Appendix D: Journey Times 

Meeting notes from P2G Design Surgery

• Petone to Grenada Preliminary Geotech Appraisal

Petone to Grenada Scoping Report 2014

• Ngauranga Triangle Strategy Study (Link)

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The Road Efficiency Group (REG) was formed in 2012 on the recommendation of the Road Maintenance Task Force. It is a collaborative project between local government and the NZ Transport Agency.

Its aim is to create and embed a new national funding and activity management structure for roads (the One Network Road Classification); and improve value-for-money, customer focus, consistency, collaboration, and quality in road activity management.

REG Vision 2016/17

The work requires two dry and sunny days in a row to occur on the second dry day. It is scheduled for Wednesday, 26 October with Thursday, 27 October as a back-up day. 

Delays

The work will cause delays of 15 minutes between 8 am and 1 pm and 30 minute delays in the afternoon 1 pm to 3 pm. The alternative route is via Lake Brunner Road between Jacksons and Stillwater. 

Electronic signs will advertise the work and the delays for drivers at Arthurs Pass and Kumara Junction. 

The bridge is currently down to 30 km/hour and this resealing is designed to make it safe for the summer ahead. More work is planned in the New Year. 

“Thanks to all road users for taking care around crews and planning their journey while this bridge gets this essential maintenance,” says Lee Wright, Transport Agency Journey Manager.

Information about roadworks in the Wairarapa region

Well 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 roadworks can be inconvenient.  Thanks for your patience and understanding while we do this important work.

Please drive carefully through work sites and stick to the temporary speed limits.  If you’re driving around the Wairarapa, roadworks on the state highway network may affect your travel plans.

Below is a quick outline of the major works planned for the coming week from 6 November31 October 2016 . 

State Highway 2

Suspicious website taking payments for driver licensing test bookingsWe have introduced a new transaction where you can check your vehicle licence or exemption expiry date , as well as your Warrant of Fitness (WoF)/Certificate of Fitness (CoF) expiry date.

Book a driver licence test online through the Transport AgencyBefore starting a licence (rego) renewal or buying RUC, check your address is correct so we send the label to the right address.

Motor vehicles 

• Check/change your address
• Renew your motor vehicle licence (rego)
• Put your licence (rego) on hold
• Buy a road user charges (RUC) licence
• Let us know you’ve sold a vehicle
• Let us know you’ve bought a vehicle
• Check your vehicle expiry date
• Check if a vehicle has been reported as stolen (NZ Police website)

Driver licensing

• Book a practical driver licence test
• Change or cancel your practical driver licence test
• Change your address
• Check the status of your PVIO application

Tolling

• Already used a toll road? Pay a toll
• Going to use a toll road? Buy a toll
• Pay a toll payment notice
• Pay an infringement notice
• Log in to your toll account
• Create a toll account
• View or refund paid tolls

Registered person details 

• Check if someone is the registered person for a vehicle
• Revoke authorised access to your personal details
• Apply for registered person name and address

Other online services

• Trader notice of acquisition (MR13C)
  
• Motochek
• Medical certificate for driver licence (DL9) – for medical practitioners only

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