Wellington region maintenance programme
Information about roadworks in the Wellington-Kāpiti regionWell maintained roads are an important part of keeping people safe. While we aim to do this work with as little disruption as possible, we...
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Information about roadworks in the Wairarapa regionInformation about roadworks in the Wairarapa regionThe Wairarapa summer maintenance season begins at the start of October. Information on upcoming...
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Bridge engineering self supervision (BESS)
What is bridge engineering self supervision (BESS)Many older bridges and culverts through New Zealand were not designed for modern heavy vehicle axle weights. Consequently they are at more risk of...
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Making level crossings safe and efficient
As part of the project to achieve greater integration between road and rail to improve freight efficiency, the NZ Transport Agency and KiwiRail are looking at ways to upgrade some of New Zealand’s...
View ArticleFor people who cycle
Cycling, whether it’s to get you to work or school, for recreation or to experience New Zealand’s scenery, is a fun, safe, affordable and healthy way to travel. Working with our partners, we’re...
View ArticleChristchurch Northern Corridor — funding approval for Christchurch City...
ApplicantNZ Transport AgencyPurposeTo seek approval for construction funding for the Northern Arterial Extension and Cranford Street Upgrade now that the Christchurch City Council (Council) has...
View ArticleBoard decisions
Although the Transport Agency Board continues to make significant decisions, most funding and procurement decisions have been delegated to Transport Agency staff.Read the delegated funding decisions...
View ArticleNZTA to begin investigations to improve SH1 between Otaki and Levin
NZTA State Highway Manager for Whanganui, David McGonigal said the NZTA has identified MWH as their preferred tenderer to carry out the investigation of options and preliminary design for the...
View ArticleResources
Here are some resources that provide more in-depth information on rail licensing in New Zealand. Some set out the requirements rail operations must meet. Others offer guidance and information. There...
View ArticleIntroduction
IntroductionCycling is a great way to get around and a sport enjoyed by more than a million New Zealanders.If only three in 100 people took up cycling instead of driving, New Zealand would save more...
View ArticleAuckland overnight motorway closures 21–27 August 2016
For daily updated closure information click here.NORTHERN MOTORWAY (SH1)Upper Harbour Highway northbound on ramp, 21 & 24 AugustNorthcote Road northbound on ramp, 25 AugustOnewa Road northbound off...
View ArticleTraffic notices
Traffic notice for the week 19-2512-18 August 2016Traffic notices provide a brief overview of likely traffic disruptions for the following week. Full closures are also advertised in the Weekend Herald....
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More Haywards Interchange bridge beams to be lifted
NZ Transport Agency Highway Manager Neil Walker says State Highway 2 will be reduced to one lane each way, just north of State Highway 58, from around 6.30pm on Monday night. The placement of the beams...
View ArticleMedia contacts
For all national media enquiriesAndy Knackstedt National Media Manager Office: 04 894 6285 Mobile: 021 276 3222Andrew.Knackstedt@nzta.govt.nzFor regional media enquiriesAuckland and NorthlandSarah...
View ArticleBoard meeting minutes
Minutes of the NZ Transport Agency Board are confirmed and ratified at the following board meeting. They are then added to this page.For further information please email boardsecretariat@nzta.govt.nz...
View ArticleTell us what you think
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...
View ArticleProject details
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...
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Bridge engineering self supervision (BESS)
What is bridge engineering self supervision (BESS)Many older bridges and culverts through New Zealand were not designed for modern heavy vehicle axle weights. Consequently they are at more risk of...
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...
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