Southern Links Project - upcoming public information days
Updated: 18 May 2012
Three information days are being held this month to update the community and other stakeholders on the proposed Southern Links Investigation Project.
Manawatu Gorge slip cleared down to road level
Updated: 18 May 2012
The NZ Transport Agency says that crews have reached a milestone at the Manawatu Gorge, with the slip now fully cleared down to ground level.
Trial aims for safer speeds around rural schools
Updated: 18 May 2012
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) will begin a trial of variable speed limits outside rural schools next month as part of the agency's ongoing effort to reduce serious crashes and improve safety on rural New Zealand roads.
Maximum vehicle safety achieved through advanced technologies
Updated: 17 May 2012
The AA and the New Zealand Transport Agency today announced that Mercedes-Benz B-Class compact sports tourer and Viano van have achieved the highest possible safety ratings in the latest Australasian New Car Assessment Programme (ANCAP).
Site inspection indicates Waioeka Gorge slip face still relatively stable despite movement over the last few days
Updated: 16 May 2012
The NZTA says inspection by geologists yesterday (15 May 2012) confirms the slip face remains relatively stable.
Public invited to Charity Open Day at the Manawatu Gorge this Sunday
Updated: 15 May 2012
The public will have a once in a lifetime opportunity to walk along part of State Highway 3 and see the Manawatu Gorge slip site up close, with a charity open day being held this Sunday (20 May) in support of the Palmerston North Rescue Helicopter.
Transport partners open new, modern train station at Ellerslie
Updated: 14 May 2012
The new, improved Ellerslie train station was officially opened today in central Auckland following an $8m upgrade involving the NZ Transport Agency, Auckland Transport and KiwiRail.
Brakes to go on the roadside car selling on SH1 in Ashburton
Updated: 11 May 2012
Safety concerns have prompted the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) to put a stop to vehicles being displayed for sale on State highway 1(SH1) on the northern approach to the Ashburton River bridge.
Traffic to return to the Manawatu Gorge as NZTA plans controlled reopening
Updated: 10 May 2012
The NZ Transport Agency says that it is aiming to reopen State Highway 3 through the Manawatu Gorge by the end of May, although full two way unrestricted operation is still likely to be around four months away.
Repair work on the Balclutha Bridge
Updated: 10 May 2012
The NZ Transport Agency is warning road users to expect some delays while repair work is carried out next week on the iconic State Highway (SH1) Balclutha Bridge.
