Source: New Zealand Transport Agency
Important road renewal work is planned for a stretch of State Highway 2 (SH2) at Matamau while crews carry out maintenance and drainage improvements.
Work is scheduled to begin on Tuesday 1 October on SH2 just north of Factory Road, and finish on 30 October (weather permitting).
As crews work on either side of the road, between 6am and 6pm each day, this stretch of road will be reduced to one lane, with stop/go traffic management in place. Outside of these work hours, a 30km/h temporary speed limit will be in place.
Please expect this to add delays of up to 10 minutes to your journey.
Crews will be back in approximately 12 months to add the second coat of seal. A second coat further waterproofs and strengthens the road over the long term.
From Sunday 6 October, night-time asphalt resurfacing works are also planned for SH2 near the Mangatera Stream Bridge, north of Dannevirke. Over 6 nights, crews will work from 6pm to 6am, with works expected to be complete on Saturday 12 October.
Stop/go traffic management and a 30km/h temporary speed limit will be in place during these night works, with expected delays of about 5 minutes.
These drainage and resurfacing works are crucial for making this a more resilient and reliable route and will help improve journeys for all road users. We know that a well-maintained state highway network promotes safety and improves options for moving people and freight.
Thank you for your patience and understanding while we complete this important road renewal work.
