Thorndon Overbridge safety improvements
Updated: 30 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency's (NZTA) $4.5 million safety improvements project on Wellington's SH1 motorway started this month, with work on the replacement of crash barriers along the Thorndon Overbridge above Aotea Quay now underway.
Uncovering Dome Valley's secrets - NZTA needs your help!
Updated: 29 Jun 2010
The new Puhoi to Wellsford road of national significance is about the future but the NZ Transport Agency says planning and construction of the route also has a lot to do with its historic past and its present day environment.
NZTA appoints contractors for Waitemata Harbour Crossing study
Updated: 25 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA), in partnership with KiwiRail, has appointed professional advisers who will carry out an independent evaluation of options for an additional Waitemata Harbour Crossing.
Walking and cycling model communities announced
Updated: 25 Jun 2010
New Plymouth and Hastings will collectively receive funding of $7.28m to become New Zealand's first walking and cycling model communities.
Artworks will light up Clarks Lane footbridge
Updated: 25 Jun 2010
A ceramic pathway is taking shape on the landmark Clarks Lane footbridge, forming the centrepiece of urban design on the NZ Transport Agency's State Highway 18 Hobsonville Deviation and State Highway 16 Brigham Creek Extension project.
Fraser Street intersection upgrade out to tender
Updated: 24 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) this week put out to tender the contract to upgrade the Fraser Street, 15th Avenue intersection. Rod James, NZTA's Bay of Plenty State Highway Manager says the project, known as Hairini Link Advanced Works, will improve safety for all road users and give immediate relief at the busy intersection.
Star ratings released for New Zealand state highways
Updated: 24 Jun 2010
Kiwi drivers have a new tool for understanding the relative safety of New Zealand's roads with the release today of new star ratings for our state highways as part of the KiwiRAP programme.
Information day for new Reid's Canal bridge to be held on Wednesday 30 June
Updated: 23 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) will hold an information day to discuss the construction of the replacement bridge over Reid's Canal. It will be held in the Edgecumbe War Memorial Hall on the corner of Kauri and Main Streets from 3pm till 7pm on Wednesday 30 June.
NZTA reaches into the community about new highway
Updated: 22 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency says planning for its new State Highway One from Puhoi to Wellsford road of national significance is stepping up a gear this week with the start of direct consultation with communities.
State Highway 1 Woodend open road speed limit review completed
Updated: 21 Jun 2010
A recently completed NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) review of speed limits on State Highway 1 in the Woodend area has confirmed the current 100km/h open road speed limit is appropriate for this section of highway.
Views sought on Caversham Highway improvements
Updated: 21 Jun 2010
Residents in the Barnes Drive area have an opportunity to have their say on a variety of proposed work associated with the four-laning of the Caversham Highway between Barnes Drive and Andersons Bay Road in Dunedin.
Highway Info website the best source for latest winter road conditions
Updated: 18 Jun 2010
Winter has announced its arrival, and it's important that motorists can access the latest information on road conditions before setting out on their journeys. The NZ Transport Agency would like to remind people that the most accurate, up to date information on state highway road conditions can be found at www.highwayinfo.govt.nz.
Tender released for investigation into State Highway 29, Tauriko
Updated: 15 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) this week released the tender for the investigation into improvements on State Highway 29 near Tauriko.
Te Puke children at risk in cars
Updated: 16 Jun 2010
A recent survey of child restraints in Te Puke vehicles shows drivers are not getting the message about keeping children safe.
New Mangere Bridge Connects
Updated: 16 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency and the team on the Manukau Harbour Crossing Project will reach a significant milestone on Thursday 17 June - the final closure pour on the new Mangere Bridge.
NZTA's Taupaki Road safety improvements underway
Updated: 16 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency has started work on a $4.5m safety project to upgrade the intersection of State Highway 16 and Taupaki and Old North Roads near Kumeu, west Auckland.
Safety and efficient improvements on West Coast Highways
Updated: 15 Jun 2010
Since last October West Coast State Highway projects worth nearly $7.0M have been finished, or are nearing completion, that will improve road safety, reduce travel times and enable freight to move more efficiently within the region.
Public feedback sought on trial safety posts near Waikanae
Updated: 11 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency is surveying roadusers and nearby property owners about the new passing lane and plastic post median installed between Waikanae and Peka Peka on SH1.
Hamilton business loses Warrant of Fitness inspection approval
Updated: 9 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has revoked the approval for Hamilton's Fauster & Simba Automotive Engineering Ltd to carry out Warrant of Fitness inspections from last Friday, 4 June.
Median barrier work for Silverstream to Moonshine
Updated: 10 Jun 2010
A 3.4 kilometre median barrier is to be constructed from Silverstream to Moonshine on the River Road, State Highway 2, south of Upper Hutt.
NZTA completes Cape Reinga improvements
Updated: 10 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency is today celebrating the completion of improvements on State Highway 1 to Cape Reinga.
Cable Bay Road/SH6 intersection improvements a step closer
Updated: 8 Jun 2010
Safety improvements at the intersection of Cable Bay Road and SH6, near Nelson, are a step closer with the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) approving the go-ahead for detailed design on the preferred option.
Take care, be prepared on SH5 Napier-Taupo road, urge NZTA
Updated: 4 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency is urging motorists to take care and plan their journeys when driving on the State Highway 5 Napier-Taupo road this winter.
Drivers urged to take care on the roads this winter
Updated: 4 Jun 2010
As winter weather sets in this Queens Birthday weekend, New Zealand motorists are being urged to drive to the conditions and plan their journeys well.
Traffic signals take control at Beaumont Bridge
Updated: 4 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) now has permanent traffic signals operating on the Beaumont Bridge to help improve road user safety and prolong the life of the bridge.
Drive to survive this Queen's Birthday Weekend
Updated: 4 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency is urging drivers to plan ahead, stay alert and drive to the conditions this long weekend.
Funding approved for new Reid's canal bridge
Updated: 4 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has approved funding of $6.6 million for a new bridge across Reid's canal on State Highway 2 near Edgecumbe.
Kindergarten future secured
Updated: 3 Jun 2010
NZ Transport Agency and Auckland City Council joint media release.
NZ Transport Agency expands webcam service
Updated: 3 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency has expanded its traffic information service for drivers by commissioning 13 additional webcams on Auckland's motorway network to give people more detailed information about highway conditions before they travel.
Changes to driver licensing and driver testing fees
Updated: 3 Jun 2010
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has announced changes to fees for driver licensing and testing services which will come into effect on 1 July 2010. The new fees are closely matched to the cost of providing driver licensing and testing services.
Plunket Avenue closed for bridge work
Updated: 2 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency advises that Plunket Avenue will be temporarily closed between Keith Hay Drive and Falcon Avenue for five weeks from Saturday 12 June. It will reopen on or before Sunday 18 July.
NZTA plans for holiday weekend protest
Updated: 2 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency advises people travelling north from Auckland for the Queen’s Birthday holiday weekend to allow extra time for travel because of a possible protest on State Highway 1 north of Puhoi on Friday [4 June].
Upgrade planned for Three Brothers roundabout
Updated: 2 Jun 2010
The New Zealand Transport Agency is in the final planning stages of upgrading the roundabout at the corner of SH6, SH60 and Bateup Road, locally known as Three Brothers Roundabout near, Richmond.
Design starts on Otaihanga to Waikanae SH1 safety improvements
Updated: 2 Jun 2010
The design phase is about to begin on a wire rope median barrier for State Highway One between Otaihanga Road and Kebbell Drive, just south of Waikanae.
MacKays to Peka Peka Expressway Alliance partners announced
Updated: 2 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has selected a consortium to deliver the MacKays to Peka Peka Expressway, part of the Wellington Northern Corridor road of national significance.
NZTA warns toll evaders of heavy fines
Updated: 1 Jun 2010
The NZ Transport Agency is writing to those people with multiple unpaid trips on the Northern Gateway Toll Road to tell them that they have until 14 June to make good their debts.
