NZTA speeds up safety campaign to ‘Slow Down over Newmarket’
Updated: 4 Dec 2009
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) today stepped up its campaign to promote driver safety across the Newmarket Viaduct (flyover) with the release of a video on the social media site, YouTube.
Plan early to avoid busy roads at Christmas
Updated: 23 Dec 2009
The NZ Transport Agency is advising drivers that heavy holiday traffic will start building up on state highways leading out of Auckland from mid-morning on Thursday [24 December], and that they should plan their journeys outside the peaks to avoid delays.
Christmas bonus for Hamilton's transport network
Updated: 23 Dec 2009
Hamilton's transport network has been given a multi-million dollar Christmas boost. The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) and Hamilton City Council are to spend $7.5 million to fund a detailed investigation into Hamilton's proposed Southern Links transport project.
Investigation funding approved for Rotorua Eastern Arterial
Updated: 22 Dec 2009
Investigation funding for the Rotorua Eastern Arterial was approved by the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) Board on Thursday.
Speed Restriction to remain on Atiamuri Bridge
Updated: 22 Dec 2009
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) advises that a 50km/h speed restriction will remain on the Atiamuri Bridge, between Taupo and Tokoroa on State Highway 1, until the new replacement bridge is constructed.
Fewer affected homes and less disruption for revised Western Ring Route
Updated: 21 Dec 2009
Design improvements for the Waterview Connection section of Auckland's Western Ring Route will require fewer houses and significantly reduce disruption to residents and commuters on Great North Road.
Looking after Auckland Harbour Bridge over Christmas
Updated: 21 Dec 2009
As part of its comprehensive bridge maintenance schedule, the NZ Transport Agency is again carrying out annual resurfacing work on Auckland Harbour Bridge over the Christmas and New Year holiday period.
Completed Harbour Link a boost for Tauranga and Mount Maunganui
Updated: 18 Dec 2009
The completion of the NZ Transport Agency’s Tauranga Harbour Link was marked this morning with Minister of Transport Steven Joyce unveiling a plaque to officially open the project.
$5.7m project underway to secure SH35 at Busby’s Hill
Updated: 18 Dec 2009
Just months after the closure of SH35 at Busby’s Hill during winter, the NZ Transport Agency has started work on building a new and more secure alignment for the road.
NZTA Board recommends tolling for Tauranga Eastern Link
Updated: 18 Dec 2009
The NZ Transport Agency Board has recommended that tolling be progressed as a funding option for the Tauranga Eastern Link project.
Bridge work to close local road
Updated: 18 Dec 2009
Deck segments for the new Mangere Bridge will be installed over Onehunga Harbour Road in January and February 2010, closing the road for several hours over 30 nights.
Plan ahead to avoid holiday travel delays
Updated: 17 Dec 2009
The NZ Transport Agency is urging drivers heading north from Auckland this Christmas to plan ahead to avoid expected delays as traffic volumes on SH1 jump almost 50% during peak travel times.
Live traffic updates from Kopu Bridge
Updated: 15 Dec 2009
Holiday makers using Kopu Bridge this Christmas will have a new tool to help them minimise delays.
Upper Clutha speed limit reductions
Updated: 16 Dec 2009
Drivers will need to watch for new permanent lower speed limits that take effect from Friday 18 December on sections of the state highway in Luggate and near Wanaka.
Route announced for Wellington Northern Corridor
Updated: 15 Dec 2009
The NZ Transport Agency Board has announced key decisions on the route for the Wellington Northern Corridor, marking a major milestone in the strategic development of this section of State Highway 1.
Bridge openings signal further progress on Hobsonville motorway
Updated: 14 Dec 2009
The NZ Transport Agency celebrated the official opening of new bridges at Hobsonville Road and Trig Road this morning – the first of seven bridges to be completed on the SH18 Hobsonville Deviation and SH16 Brigham Creek Extension project.
Green light for new pedestrian crossing signals
Updated: 14 Dec 2009
Pedestrian safety is set for a boost in Oamaru when a new signalised pedestrian crossing at the top of Severn Street becomes operational later this week.
West Coast road-rail bridge opens early
Updated: 11 Dec 2009
The new $25 million Arahura road-rail Bridge on the West Coast officially opens this Friday 11 December 2009 - several months earlier than planned.
Practice makes better drivers
Updated: 10 Dec 2009
If you’re planning on teaching your teenage children to drive over the summer holidays, you’ll need to make sure they get plenty of practice. Getting a driver’s licence is a step towards independence and freedom for many young people but it can also lead to horrific consequences. That’s why ACC and the NZ Transport Agency have re-developed ‘Practice’.
Improved pedestrian safety for Frankton
Updated: 10 Dec 2009
From tomorrow, 11 December, pupils from the new Frankton School near Queenstown along with local residents and tourists will be able to cross State Highway 6 with even greater safety.
Get a jump on summer journeys - pay your tolls early
Updated: 9 Dec 2009
The NZ Transport Agency is encouraging drivers to pay in advance for trips on the Northern Gateway Toll Road on State Highway 1 to avoid delays during the holiday peaks over summer.
Gap closes at new Mangere Bridge
Updated: 9 Dec 2009
The largest bridge being built in New Zealand - the 650-metre duplicate Mangere Bridge over the Manukau Harbour - reaches two significant milestones before Christmas.
Replacement of Beaumont Bridge to be investigated
Updated: 3 Dec 2009
The NZ Transport Agency has started investigations into the feasibility of replacing the Beaumont Bridge on State Highway 8 between Milton and Alexandra.
Key decisions on Auckland Harbour Bridge and third harbour crossing
Updated: 2 Dec 2009
The NZ Transport Agency Board has moved to future proof Auckland's transport needs by protecting the route for an additional harbour crossing and approving further funding to complete strengthening work on the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
Compatibility essential for integrated ticketing
Updated: 1 Dec 2009
The NZ Transport Agency says it looks forward to discussions with Snapper and the Auckland Regional Transport Authority (ARTA) on how the Snapper system could be made compatible with integrated ticketing nationally and in Auckland.
Transport Agency strikes out against bridge damage
Updated: 1 Dec 2009
Protecting Auckland's motorways and the people who use them from damage caused by over-height vehicles and unsecured loads striking bridges and information signs is the aim of the NZ Transport Agency's Auckland Motorway Alliance led safety campaign starting this week.
