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The NZ Transport Agency, on behalf of the NZ Government, is planning improvements to SH1 between Loop Road and Smeaton’s Hill. Proposed improvements include a roundabout at the Loop Road (North)...
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Dead on their feet
Driver fatigueBeing fatigued significantly increases the risk of a crash. It makes us less aware of what is happening on the road and impairs our ability to respond quickly and safely if a dangerous...
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A number of possible routes for SH1 have been considered over the past decade however in the end there were only two possible corridors SH1 could take between Pineacres and the Pegasus area. One...
View ArticleRecycled and alternative materials
Recycled and alternative materials currently allowed on Transport Agency projectsThe list below of surface and pavement standards outlines the recycled materials currently allowed on Transport Agency...
View ArticleStormwater Management
Stormwater managementThe stormwater treatment standard for state highway infrastructure was first published in May 2010. The standard will assist roading practitioners with the selection and design of...
View ArticleNight time roadworks on State Highway 1 through Mana due to start
NZ Transport Agency regional performance manager Mark Owen says the work will provide a fresh, durable surface for the highway through this area, which is one of the busiest urban roads in...
View ArticlePlanned bridge beams lifts on Wellington’s State Highway 2 postponed
The construction team is monitoring the forecast for Tuesday 23 August and if the weather is suitable, will carry out the planned closure and bridge beam lifts then. If the lifts go ahead, State...
View ArticleNight time roadworks on State Highway 1 through Mana due to start
NZ Transport Agency regional performance manager Mark Owen says the work will provide a fresh, durable surface for the highway through this area, which is one of the busiest urban roads in...
View ArticleBridge beams lifts on Wellington’s State Highway 2 tonight
State Highway 2 will be reduced to one lane each way, just north of State Highway 58, from around 6.30pm tonight. The placement of the beams will require a series of rolling approximately 30-minute...
View ArticleApplication to change to H RUC vehicle type (RUCCV-H)
Use this application form if you are applying to change your RUC vehicle type to an H vehicle type. See a full list of H vehicle typesTo change to an H vehicle type you must have a permit issued under...
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Become an on-the-spot road reporter Canterbury and Queenstown Lakes
Since it began in July, the web site has had nearly 3,000 views and a number of people supplying information. “Not lots of information from the public so far, but it is still encouraging given it is a...
View ArticleSafety improvements underway and more to come on SH16
The NZ Transport Agency initiative, is starting investigations to urgently reduce the number of deaths and serious injuries resulting from crashes on the route.”We’re looking at ways to make State...
View ArticleSolution found to move heavy vehicles through State Highway 25, south of...
The slip below the road, which occurred on August 10th, has restricted traffic to a single lane and trucks have been excluded due to the unstable nature of the site.The Transport Agency’s Regional...
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Crash north of Hokitika, cyclist and vehicle, detour in place
“The Police Serious Crash Unit is investigating and the highway through Arahura is likely to be closed all morning.”The detour north and south via Blue Spur Road and Arahura Valley Road will add 30...
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Driver licensing resources
There is a wide range of resources available to you if you’re learning to drive, or you want to help someone learn. The graduated driver licensing systemThe graduated driver licensing system is...
View ArticleSH1 Revocation
About the expresswayThe Mackays to Peka Peka Expressway is a key part of the 110km Wellington Northern Corridor – one of the Government’s seven Roads of National Significance (RoNS).The Expressway,...
View ArticleTraffic notices
Traffic notice for the week 2619-25 August - 1 September 2016Traffic notices provide a brief overview of likely traffic disruptions for the following week. Full closures are also advertised in the...
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Safe Roads Alliance
On this pageWho are weOur projectsOther project sites currently being developedMaps showing project sitesHow we’re making rural roads safer Get in touch Who we areMade up of the NZ Transport Agency...
View ArticleTraffic Notice 26 August–1 September: Southern Corridor Improvements
Traffic notices provide a brief overview of likely traffic disruptions for the following week. Full closures are also advertised in the Weekend Herald. Traffic notices are complemented by monthly...
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