Source: New Zealand Transport Agency
Construction of a new roundabout at the intersection of State Highway 1 (SH1) and Waitārere Beach Road in Horowhenua is now underway.
This roundabout will improve safety and traffic flow at this well-used intersection, which provides access to the growing Waitārere Beach community.
“As traffic volumes grow and the region continues to develop, this roundabout will help ensure people can travel safely and efficiently through the area,” says Rob Partridge, Regional Manager of Infrastructure Delivery.
Traffic impact
From now until mid March next year, the intersection will largely be open to two lanes of traffic with a temporary speed limit in place.
Those two lanes of traffic may shift from time to time depending on construction, so please be aware of possible new road layouts, drive safely and adhere to temporary traffic management.
Work will take place during the day, Monday to Friday, until early December. From December through to mid-March, there will be a mix of day and night works.
We will communicate any upcoming changes to traffic management.
No work will happen over the Christmas/New Year period.
The roundabout is expected to be complete by late 2026. We will provide regular updates as construction progresses.
The roundabout benefit
Roundabouts reduce the risk of serious crashes. They lower the number of potential conflict points between vehicles, and if a collision does occur, the impact is generally less severe than at traditional intersections.
This roundabout is one of several safety improvements being delivered along SH1 between Levin and Foxton, ahead of the completion of the new Ōtaki to north of Levin highway (Ō2NL). These upgrades will support a safe transition between the new and existing highway environments.
“We’re focused on delivering practical, cost-effective improvements that make a real difference,” says Mr Partridge.
