Lyttelton Tunnel night work Thursday 12 May, 2016
'This is part of standard maintenance for the tunnel, reducing it to one lane around the maintenance crew,' said Transport Agency Journey Manager Lee Wright. 'There will be slight delays for road users...
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Road works starting on Gladstone Road
From Monday 9 May for approximately four weeks contractors will be working on the road overnight from 7pm – 6am. Given the nature of the work the contractors will not be on site if bad weather...
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State highway traffic volumes monthly reports 2008–16
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View ArticleConverting to a New Zealand driver licence
How to convert to a New Zealand licenceTo convert your overseas driver licence to a New Zealand driver licence, you must apply at a driver licensing agent .You will need to:fill out an application...
View ArticleRoadwork season continues: allow extra time when travelling in the Bay of Plenty
Title has changed:Delays on Southern Motorway due to bridge strike at PenroseRoadwork season continues: allow extra time when travelling in the Bay of PlentyThe left lane is now open but two lanes...
View ArticleAll lanes open on Southern Motorway but delays still likely
Three southbound on-ramps which had also been closed earlier to manage the flow of traffic will also be opened shortly.A trailer carrying a digger hit the Penrose overbridge about 1.15 this...
View ArticleEmergency closure of State Highway 1 (SH1) southbound from Ellerslie to South...
To minimise disruption to motorists the closures will be timed between 11pm and 5am when traffic is lighter. A signposted detour will be in place and drivers are asked to follow the signposted routes...
View ArticleNgauranga to Airport Governance Group
As noted on the home page the Ngauranga to Airport Governance Group is a partnership between Wellington City Council, Greater Wellington Regional Council, the Transport Agency and other local agencies...
View ArticleConsultations
We’re committed to a collaborative approach to transport planning, funding and development. It’s an approach that delivers integrated transport solutions that best meet the needs of New Zealanders. To...
View ArticleWhat is the ORS?
The Operator Rating System (ORS) is a system that aims to improve the safety of heavy vehicles on our roads, making journeys safer for all.It is one of the tools that the NZ Transport Agency and New...
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Building our smart motorway
Ngauranga to Aotea Quay upgrade progressThis page is where you’ll find the latest progress updates for the Ngauranga to Aotea upgrade project.Work is now underway to create New Zealand’s first ever...
View ArticleManagement of road traffic noise effects
Further information can be found in the Transport Agency’s Guide to the management of effects on noise sensitive land use near to the state highway network at...
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Our board
The Chief Executive of the NZ Transport Agency reports to the NZ Transport Agency Board. The board is appointed by the Minister of Transport and is responsible for making independent decisions on...
View ArticleCycling resources and research
Latest researchMaking cycling a safer and more attractive transport choice is a key priority for the Transport Agency and we are committed to improving the safety of people who cycle and to encourage...
View ArticleWork on Glen Innes to Tamaki Shared Path ramping up
The existing walkway between Felton Mathew Avenue and the rail underpass leading to the Glen Innes rail station will be closed from today until mid-June. People who usually use this walkway to get to...
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Serious crash State Highway 6, Glenhope, south of Nelson
The highway is now closed between Kawatiri Junction and Korere with a detour that will add around 40 minutes to journeys. Please allow extra time or consider delaying your journey, the NZ Transport...
View ArticleFAQs
What have we done to date?Last year the NZ Transport Agency launched an investigation of the Wairau and Opawa Bridges to improve travel on State Highway 1 north of Blenheim. The investigation of these...
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Preferred option
The preferred option is to create a new two-lane bridge to the west of the existing bridge for vehicular traffic with pedestrians and cyclists using the existing bridge.As part of our investigations,...
View ArticleWork to improve safety of Kamo Bypass
One lane will be closed from 7pm Sunday 15 May until 4am Monday 16 May to allow contractors to lay a skid resistant road coating on the approaches to the railway line. The surface will provide skid...
View ArticleCounting the traffic on the state highways
About 40 billion kilometres a year are travelled on the nation's local roads and state highways. State Highway 1 in central Auckland is the busiest road in New Zealand, carrying more than 200,000...
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