Stories tagged with "Roading"
State Highway 3 has reopened under stop-go traffic management south of the Mt Messenger Tunnel following a large slip.
Work has started on rebuilding a section of State Highway 3 through the Awakino Gorge, with the goal of restoring two-lane access by mid-December following severe storm damage.
NZTA Waka Kotahi is shifting its focus to long-term resilience on the Forgotten World Highway, with summer construction planned to target vulnerable sections.
Devon Street near the Clock Tower has reopened to traffic as the West End Crossing project nears completion.
NZTA has postponed the upcoming four-day closure of State Highway 3 through the Awakino Gorge due to forecast rain, with the culvert replacement work now rescheduled to start on Saturday 29 August.
New Plymouth District Council has launched a survey seeking final public feedback on the trialled Devon Street West cycle separators before a decision in October.
A major Taranaki road policing operation over the weekend resulted in dozens of driving infringements, five impounded vehicles, and the arrest of two fleeing drivers.
NZTA advises motorists to expect delays of 5 to 15 minutes on SH3 between Burgess Hill and Midhirst from 18 August due to essential drainage maintenance.
The West End Crossing project in New Plymouth is progressing with street upgrades, wider paths, and shared spaces around Ngāmotu House, the Len Lye Centre, and the Clock Tower.
State Highway 43 will reopen this afternoon with temporary speed limits and single-lane sections following extensive slip damage caused by heavy rain and the Taumarunui earthquake.
A 12-month trial makeover has begun around the New Plymouth Cenotaph to improve safety for pedestrians and drivers by making a section of Queen Street one-way.
Taranaki Police impounded vehicles, arrested four people, and issued dozens of fines during a weekend operation targeting dangerous driving and hostile behavior in the region.
Multiple slips and debris have forced the closure of State Highway 3 at Awakino Gorge and State Highway 43 Forgotten World Highway.
State Highway 3 at Awakino Gorge and State Highway 43 remain closed as crews work to clear multiple slips and debris following heavy rain.
Heavy rainfall and an earthquake near Taumarunui have triggered multiple slips, closing State Highway 3 at Awakino Gorge and State Highway 43.
State Highway 3 through Awakino Gorge is closed after a major slip, with one motorist describing a terrifying close call as the bank collapsed.
New Zealand drivers now face random roadside drug testing as police roll out a nationwide safety measure to detect driving impairment.
New Plymouth Police are warning tourists and photographers to stay off Kent Road after multiple near misses involving people stopping to take photos of Mount Taranaki.
One lane has reopened on State Highway 3 between Papakauri and Awakau Roads following two separate truck crashes near Awakino on Wednesday morning.
New Plymouth District councillor Murray Chong is filming traffic on Devon Street West to gather independent data before a crucial council vote on the future of the cycleway separators.
Construction has started on a 12-month trial to transform the western side of the New Plymouth Cenotaph into a pedestrian-friendly zone and convert Queen Street into a one-way road.
The Government has confirmed four upcoming changes to New Zealand road rules, including allowing children to cycle on footpaths and requiring drivers to give buses right of way.
New Plymouth District Council has secured government praise and reduced traffic management costs after early adoption of a new risk-based approach to road cones.
State Highway 3 through the Awakino Gorge has reopened and congestion is easing following a crash north of the major slip site.
A 12-month trial starting in July will make Queen Street one-way near the New Plymouth Cenotaph to create a safer pedestrian-only space.
Mayor Max Brough has confirmed that acoustic testing is the first step to determine if a former industrial site off Clemow Road is suitable for a purpose-built skid pad to address illegal burnouts.
Taranaki Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a serious two-vehicle crash on State Highway 43 in Toko that left one person critically injured.
State Highway 3 through Awakino Gorge has reopened 24/7 under stop-go traffic management following an overnight closure due to land movement.
State Highway 3 through Awakino Gorge is closed for geotechnical assessments after routine safety inspections identified fresh movement at a significant slip site.
NZTA has finished replacing two ageing culverts on State Highway 3 near Ahititi, improving road resilience and safety with all temporary traffic management now removed.
MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for Taranaki north of Eltham, with up to 200mm of rain possible around Taranaki Maunga.
State Highway 3 through Awakino Gorge is set to reopen by 2pm today following a geotechnical assessment after heavy rainfall forced its closure.
Police are urging motorists to take extreme care on the roads following seven tragic deaths in multiple crashes over the King's Birthday weekend.
The Government has announced a $400 million capital package for state highway resilience, with $50 million earmarked for critical upgrades to State Highway 3 through the Awakino Gorge.
New electronic vehicle-activated safety signs have been installed on Pukearuhe Road near Mimi School to slow down drivers and protect children using the school bus.
State Highway 3 through Awakino Gorge has reopened to 24/7 traffic under stop-go management following storm recovery work.
NZTA has announced that State Highway 3 through Awakino Gorge will reopen 24/7 from Friday under stop/go traffic management following major slip clearance works.
State Highway 3 through Awakino Gorge will reopen 24/7 this Friday night under stop/go management, though motorists should expect delays of up to 60 minutes.
The New Plymouth District Council's West End Crossing and Queen Street upgrade project is on track for completion in July, aiming to revitalise the city centre.
NZTA has confirmed that State Highway 3 through Awakino Gorge is on track to reopen to stop-go traffic management without convoys from next Saturday.
Work continues near the New Plymouth Clock Tower to develop Queen Street as part of the New Plymouth District Council's West End Crossing project.
While not officially recommended, Taumatamaire Road is being looked at by local mayors as a potential backup route during State Highway 3 closures, despite its narrow and winding layout.
NZTA has released the overnight convoy schedule for State Highway 3 through the Awakino Gorge from Tuesday 12 to Saturday 16 May.
NZTA has cancelled overnight convoys through State Highway 3 Awakino Gorge due to predicted high winds and heavy rain.
Road crews are making significant progress clearing slips and repairing State Highway 3 in the Awakino Gorge, though the route remains vulnerable to weather.
State Highway 3 through Awakino Gorge will partially reopen under escorted convoy from Saturday evening following significant slip repairs.
State Highway 3 through the Awakino Gorge will partially reopen under single-lane escorted convoys this Saturday afternoon following intensive slip clearance.
Contractors have begun replacing controversial concrete cycleway separators with rubber alternatives along Devon Street as part of a New Plymouth District Council trial.
Crews are working through the weekend to excavate a safety bench and clear thousands of cubic metres of slip material on State Highway 3 between Mōkau and Piopio.
NZTA has announced that State Highway 3 through Awakino Gorge will remain closed until May 2 as crews work to clear a massive slip and stabilize the hillside.
Ruapehu Civil Defence is warning motorists to stay clear of closed roads in the flooded Ōhura area, where drivers ignoring signs are hindering emergency response efforts.
MetService has issued heavy rain and strong wind warnings for Taranaki as a severe weather system triggers a State of Emergency in Northland.
The first concrete 'Tim Tam' cycleway separators have been removed from New Plymouth's Devon Street West as part of a trial replacing them with rubber alternatives.
The Te Ara o Te Ata Mt Messenger Bypass has marked its most significant milestone yet with the official breakthrough and completion of the project's 235-metre tunnel.
New Plymouth District Council debated the controversial "Tim Tam" cycleway barriers, ultimately approving a localised trial of alternative separators while the majority of the existing infrastructure remains.
New Plymouth District Council has identified over $545,000 in cost savings for the Queen Street development, reducing the project's budget from $3.5 million to approximately $2.9 million through design adjustments.
New Plymouth Mayor Max Brough and Councillor Damon Fox met with ACT MP Cameron Luxton in Wellington to discuss the controversial Tim Tam cycleway barriers, with Waka Kotahi confirming no funding repayment if changes are made.
Tunnel crews on the Te Ara o Te Ata (Mt Messenger Bypass) project have successfully broken through the top section of the 235-metre tunnel, marking a significant step towards a safer and more reliable State Highway 3 route.
Severe weather has caused extensive flooding and multiple slips in the Awakino Gorge, leading to the closure of State Highways 3 and 4 and stranding vehicles.
A community survey with over 7,000 responses, presented to Minister Shane Jones, revealed only 2% support for New Plymouth's "Tim Tam" cycleway separators, sparking debate over their safety and impact on businesses.
New Plymouth District Council has approved a $3.5 million Queen Street makeover, creating a new shared zone between Devon and King streets despite some opposition, with construction set for November 2025.
