University Research – Vaping contributing to higher rates of smoking in Māori and Pacific youth

November 5, 2025

Source: University of Otago

Aotearoa’s progress in reducing smoking has slowed for Māori, Pacific and European adolescents, and vaping could be the reason, according to research published today in The Lancet Regional Health – Western Pacific.

The study, conducted by researchers from the Universities of Otago, Auckland, and Sydney, along with the Daffodil Centre in Australia, analysed population-level data from almost 600,000 Year 10 students aged 14–15. The students were surveyed between 2003 and 2024 as part of the Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) Year 10 Survey.

Using interrupted time series analysis, the researchers compared smoking trends from 2003-2009 (before vaping became common in Aotearoa) with those from 2010-2024 (when vaping became increasingly common).

They found rates of regular smoking among 14-15-year-olds declined significantly for Māori, Pacific, European, and Asian adolescents between 2003 and 2024. However, these declines in smoking slowed for Māori, Pacific, and European youth after vaping emerged in 2010.

A senior author of the research, Associate Professor Andrew Waa from the Department of Public Health at the University of Otago, Wellington – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka, Pōneke, says the findings are especially concerning for Māori and Pacific youth, who already have much higher rates of smoking and vaping than their peers.

“We sometimes hear that e-cigarettes might be a harm-reduction device for Māori and Pacific youth, by reducing or stopping them from smoking.

“Our results show the opposite. Rather than supporting claims that vaping reduces harms for Māori and Pacific youth, vaping has substantially added to them. It has become a major additional source of nicotine dependence, carries its own health risks, and appears to have led to more adolescents smoking.”

In 2024, regular smoking among 14-15-year-olds was approximately 6.2 per cent for Māori, 3.3 per cent for Pacific, and 2 per cent for European adolescents. However, the study found that if each group’s pre-2010 smoking trend had continued, the estimated 2024 prevalences would have been 4.2 per cent for Māori, 1.8 per cent for Pacific, and 0.7 per cent for European adolescents.

A co-author on the paper, Dr Lucy Hardie, a Research Fellow at the School of Population Health at the University of Auckland – Waipapa Taumata Rau, says the numbers make the impact clear.

“Our results indicate that, for every 1,000 students, there were 20 more Māori, 15 more Pacific and 13 more European students smoking regularly in 2024 than there would have been if pre-2010 smoking trends had continued.”

Associate Professor Waa says the implications extend beyond biomedical harm and into Indigenous rights and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi and international frameworks.

“Before colonisation, Māori were free from nicotine addiction. Today, nicotine from cigarettes and vapes undermines Māori self-determination by embedding dependence within our communities.”

He says governments have duties under Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control to reduce health inequities and protect Māori youth from commercial determinants of health.

“Policies that enable easy access to vaping products don’t just miss the mark on health, they also fall short of Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments and of Aotearoa’s international obligations to address inequities affecting Indigenous peoples.”

Waa says urgent action is needed to align government policy with these obligations.

“We should be closing the door on all sources of nicotine dependence, not opening new ones. Protecting Māori youth is an obligation under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and protecting all young people is a core public health responsibility.”

Notes:

The research paper, ‘Trends in smoking prevalence before and after the emergence of vaping in Aotearoa/New Zealand among 14-15-year-olds identifying as Māori, Pacific, European, or Asian: an interrupted time series analysis of repeated cross-sectional data, 2003-2024’ is published in The Lancet Regional Health – Western Pacific. A companion explainer will be published in The Conversation and will be live at this link when the embargo lifts: https://theconversation.com/vaping-is-slowing-progress-in-cutting-teen-smoking-rates-in-nz-widening-inequities-for-maori-and-pacific-youth-267851

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Health Status – Expansion of mental health crisis support services welcomed

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November 5, 2025

Source: Te Hiringa Mahara – Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission

Te Hiringa Mahara – Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission welcomes investment in crisis response services announced today by Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey.

The substantial funding package will improve access to support for people in mental health and substance use crisis. The announcement was made at the inaugural Hauora Hinengaro: He ara tūroa conference that Te Hiringa Mahara is co-hosting with TheMHS in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

The additional funding for will provide for a range of crisis support services. Funding an 40 additional frontline clinical staff for crisis assessment and treatment is a significant increase, along with additional initiatives to boost access to peer support.

“The investment will mean more people will get safe and welcoming support at a critical time. This is a step in the right direction. We look forward to seeing where support will be extended to, and the timeframes. In our monitoring role we will keep a close eye on this,” Te Hiringa Mahara CE Karen Orsborn said.

“We know that peer workers and cultural workforces can play a bigger role drawing on their lived experience. This is something we have been calling for so we are very pleased to see access to peer services is being expanded”.

The report released yesterday by Te Hiringa Mahara – Ururpare mōrearea: Crisis responses monitoring report – shows people seeking help and their whānau find current crisis services hard to navigate. We are calling for a nationally cohesive system to be developed by June 2027.

“A cohesive national approach will set out what is needed and where to supplement services. The challenge is to connect services up for people who need it wherever they live. This includes crisis lines which are under pressure,” Ms Orsborn said.

“The current system doesn’t always work well, particularly for Māori, young people or those living rurally, so this needs to remain a real focus.”

The new Ururpare mōrearea: Crisis responses monitoring report is available online: www.mhwc.govt.nz

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Business Sector – Rise in unemployment underscores fragile recovery, says EMA

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November 5, 2025

Source: EMA

The Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA) says the slight rise in unemployment to 5.3% for the September quarter is disappointing but not unexpected and reflects the ongoing fragility in the business environment.

Alan McDonald, Head of Advocacy at the EMA, says the increase aligns with what the EMA is hearing from its members across the country.

“It’s no surprise the rate has edged up; it’s been widely predicted,” says McDonald. “While there has been a recent lift in business confidence, headlines like this tend to knock it back down. It’s a reminder of how fragile the recovery still is.”

The EMA says the data point to ongoing caution among employers, with some sectors holding back on investment and hiring due to soft demand and economic uncertainty.

“We’re seeing record numbers of job seekers, and nearly 13% of these are NEETs (18- to 24-year-olds who are not in employment, education, or training),” says McDonald.

“That’s a real concern, but we’re encouraged by the approach Minister Upston and the Ministry for Social Development are taking in working more closely with employers and focusing on training and recruitment. That’s the right direction.”

Despite the rise in unemployment, the EMA believes there are signs of improvement that may begin to show in future data.

“Unemployment is a lag indicator, and while this result is disappointing, we’re hopeful it marks the peak,” says McDonald.

“We’re starting to see some hints of positive movement but it will take time before that’s reflected in hiring intentions.

“It’s also likely that a number of those planning on leaving school and other institutions may be staying a bit longer, which may have an upside in those people being better prepared to enter the workforce and having slightly higher skill levels.

“Alongside economic indicators, several key legislative reforms are underway, including changes to the RMA, infrastructure, immigration, employment law, and vocational education.

“While these reforms will take time to deliver results, they are important steps towards strengthening the business environment and supporting future growth.”

The EMA says what businesses need most now is a period of stability.

“When the unemployment numbers do start to turn, we’d expect to see other economic indicators follow suit,” says McDonald.

“Even modest growth would be welcome, but what we really need is stability. That’s the message we’re hearing loud and clear from our members.”

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No surprise unemployment at nine year high

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November 5, 2025

Source: NZCTU

The NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi is calling on the Government to act in response to new data released by Stats NZ today which shows unemployment has reached a nine year high.

“The labour market took another turn for the worse today, with unemployment growing, underemployment growing, fewer hours being worked, and wages are not keeping up with inflation. This data is another sign that the Government’s economic plan is not working,” said NZCTU Economist Craig Renney.

“Unemployment is particularly acute for young people – with 15,500 more 15–24-year-olds unemployed than at the election.

“Māori unemployment is 10.5%, and Pasifika unemployment is 12.1%. A record 406,000 people are underutilised – meaning that they want more work, or access to work, but can’t get it.

“Wages increased at their lowest rate for 5 years, with the Labour Cost Index showing wage inflation of 2.1% – well below actual consumer price inflation of 3%. 44% of workers saw no pay increase at all this year and 68% saw a pay increase below inflation. Both public and private sector wages are growing at less than inflation.

“Unemployment in New Zealand is now well above the OECD average (4.9%) and comparable countries. 39,000 fewer people are in full-time work. 160,000 people are unemployed – the highest number since March 1994,” said Renney.

“This data should be a wake-up call. Youth unemployment is soaring at the same time the Government is removing benefits from 18- & 19-year-olds. Our future will be bleak if we fail to support young people into good work,” said NZCTU President Sandra Grey.

“Wages are falling behind the cost of living, and yet the Government’s response is to ask our essential workers including doctors, nurses, teachers, and fire fighters to take an effective pay cut.

“The Government is dangerously out of touch with the reality in the labour market right now. It promised to get the economy back on track and tackle the cost of living. On both of those measures it’s failing.

“Workers and their families are doing it tough. Poverty and homelessness are rising. Many workers are taking up multiple jobs just to make ends meet. We need a new approach,” said Grey.

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Better help for high support needs young people

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November 5, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government

More services, made possible thanks to increased funding achieved under this government, have had a positive impact on the lives of high support needs young people and their families.

Minister for Children Karen Chhour has confirmed that over the past year, Oranga Tamariki supported an extra 59 placements for children and young people with high support needs, including disability, across 11 accredited community care providers.

“The services provided to these young people include everyday support with routines like sleeping, eating, personal carers, communication, access to school and learning, and communication with peers, whānau, and community inclusion.

They also include everyday activities, like attendance at sports and other extracurricular activities, and wider family contact are also included and are of huge benefit for these young people.

These service providers utilise trauma/healing informed care and many provide specialist disability related support, which may include visual timetables, social stories, and communication tools, to help the young person manage and avoid triggers.”

Oranga Tamariki received $99.784 million over four years to fund services for children and young people with high support needs, including disability, through Budget 2024.

“This funding has ensured that they and their families are able to receive the right support at the right time. It is just one example of my commitment to fixing what matters for these young people and their families,” says Minister Chhour.

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New Zealand antibiotic sales for plants and animals continue downward trend

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November 5, 2025

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries

New Zealand is making progress in the fight against anti-microbial resistance, with sales of veterinary and horticultural antibiotics falling for the seventh consecutive year, says New Zealand Food Safety’s deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle.

“Antibiotics are essential for the treatment of bacterial infections in humans, animals and plants. If they are not used carefully, and in the prescribed amounts, we run the risk that bacteria will develop resistance to the drugs, which could have devastating effects on our health and economy.”

The latest antibiotics sales figures for plants and animals, released today in New Zealand Food Safety’s annual Antibiotic Agricultural Compound Sales Analysis report, are a clear sign that antibiotics are being more carefully used, Mr Arbuckle says.

New Zealand Food Safety’s annual Antibiotic Agricultural Compound Sales Analysis report [PDF, 1.1 MB]

“The falling sales are a result of a concerted effort by veterinarians, farmers, industry and New Zealand Food Safety to ensure these life-saving medicines are used appropriately so they work as intended.”

The report evaluated 18 classes of antibiotics sold during 2024 for use for farm animals, pets, and horticulture.

“Since a 2017 peak of 71,361kg, total antibiotic sales have dropped to 37,858kg in 2024. That’s an impressive 47% decrease,” says Mr Arbuckle. “Additionally, results show a 4% drop since 2023.”

As part of ongoing work to ensure the continued effectiveness of antibiotics, New Zealand Food Safety is reviewing the regulatory oversight of antibiotics used on plants and animals.

“This extensive piece of work, which involves reassessing and reclassifying hundreds of antibiotic products, has been divided into 4 tranches. Tranche one has been completed with tranche 2 in progress.”

You can read about the tranche one results here:

Tranche One Changes to Cephalosporin, Macrolide, and Penicillin-Based Veterinary Medicines Post-Reassessment [PDF, 462 KB]

“We also work closely with the Ministry of Health and international regulators in an effort to manage AMR,” says Mr Arbuckle.

For further information and general enquiries, call MPI on 0800 008 333 or email info@mpi.govt.nz

For media enquiries, contact the media team on 029 894 0328.

Find out more

Read more about the New Zealand Antimicrobial Resistance Action Plan which has been jointly developed by Ministry of Health, New Zealand Food Safety and representatives from across the human health, animal health and agriculture sectors.

New Zealand Antimicrobial Resistance Action Plan – Ministry of Health

New Zealand Food Safety published the New Zealand Plant and Animal Sectors’ AMR Implementation Plan last year to underpin the national initiative.

New Zealand Plant and Animal Sectors’ AMR Implementation Plan [PDF, 552 KB]

Total antibiotic sales quantities by class in kg – Infographic [PNG, 32 KB]

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Health – Upper Hutt a Canary in the Coal Mine for General Practice, says GenPro

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November 5, 2025

Source: General Practice Owners Association (GenPro)

The collapse of after-hours and emergency care in Upper Hutt is a warning sign for the rest of New Zealand unless the underlying problems facing general practice are urgently addressed, says the General Practice Owners Association (GenPro).

“The situation in Upper Hutt as reported by media is the canary in the coal mine for general practice,” says Dr Angus Chambers, Chair of GenPro. The Lower North Island city of 47,500 people currently has no hospital, no urgent or after-hours medical service, and a severe shortage of GPs.

Residents are forced to travel to already overcrowded emergency departments in Lower Hutt for even basic treatments.

“Upper Hutt residents are bearing the brunt of a national healthcare crisis,” Dr Chambers says. “The same lack of access to urgent and after-hours care is now emerging across New Zealand.”

Daytime GP appointments are increasingly difficult to secure, pushing up demand for urgent care. Yet providing urgent and after-hours services is becoming financially and operationally unsustainable due to:

Unsociable working hours and difficulty attracting staff;
Ongoing GP shortages and burnout;
Competition from heavily subsidised telehealth providers.

“Providing urgent care has become unviable for many clinics,” says Dr Chambers. “At the heart of the problem is a funding model that simply doesn’t reflect the real cost of running general practice and after-hours services.”

He warns that too few doctors are choosing to train or stay in general practice. Many are retiring early or moving overseas, leading to closures and cutbacks nationwide — as seen in Upper Hutt in 2022 when the local after-hours clinic shut its doors.

Dr Chambers acknowledges recent steps by the Government, including increased patient subsidies, modernising the funding model, and new funding for urgent and after-hours services.

“These are positive moves,” he says, “but they’re not enough to reverse years of underinvestment. Without bold, sustained action, we’ll see more communities facing the same crisis as Upper Hutt.”

“Telehealth is part of the solution, but not a panacea,” Dr Chambers notes. “Patients overwhelmingly prefer face-to-face consultations — and for many conditions, especially involving young children, that’s what provides the safest and most effective care.”

GenPro is urging the Government to increase funding for both accident-related care under ACC and general health care under Te Whatu Ora, ensuring it reflects the true costs of running modern general practices and urgent care.

“Adequate, sustainable funding will help retain and attract the GPs New Zealand desperately needs,” says Dr Chambers. “If we don’t act now, Upper Hutt won’t be the last community to have restricted local health care.”

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First dialysis unit opens in Blenheim

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November 5, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government

People in Marlborough no longer need to make the long journey to Nelson for dialysis, with the opening of the region’s new dialysis unit in Blenheim, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.

“The opening of this unit is the result of years of dedication and advocacy from the Marlborough community,” Mr Brown says.

“This new dialysis unit in Blenheim is a great example of what can be achieved when local voices, iwi, and health providers work together to deliver patient-centred care. It’s about designing services with communities, not just for them, ensuring local perspectives are embedded in how care is delivered.”

Marlborough Primary Health has led the development of the unit in collaboration with Health New Zealand.

“Until now, Marlborough patients needing dialysis have had to travel to Nelson Hospital three times a week – a two-hour journey each way.

“This new four-chair facility will operate three days per week initially, with capacity to expand as demand grows. It’s designed for clinically stable patients and brings together wraparound services such as podiatry and social work.

“This will be life-changing for many people. It brings care closer to home, supports families, and ensures people can receive treatment in an environment that reflects their needs and their community.”

The facility also reflects outstanding community generosity, with funding support from the Care Foundation, the Marlborough Hospital Equipment Trust, and contributions from the Rātā Foundation, Churchill Trust, Lotteries, and the Marlborough District Council.

Mr Brown also acknowledged the strong advocacy of Kaikōura MP Stuart Smith in championing the project.

“With an ageing population and rising rates of chronic kidney disease, locally led, collaborative models like this are vital to ensuring services remain accessible and close to home.

“This is a great day for Marlborough – one that celebrates community determination and ensures patients can receive the care they need, right here at home in Blenheim.”

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Full steam ahead for chip sealing work in the top of the South

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November 5, 2025

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

The state highway summer maintenance season is picking up the pace in the top of the South Island, and road users can expect to see multiple chip sealing sites in the lead-up to Christmas.

It is essential to ensure the region’s highways are kept safe and resilient for road users.

Mark Owen, Regional Manager Wellington/Top of the South, says after the recent spate of wet weather, the focus is on getting as much road resurfacing completed before Christmas and the busier holiday season.

“We know drivers commonly ask why there are more road works at this time of the year. The simple answer is permanent repairs need good weather to be effective and can’t be done during the wet and cold winter months.”

Mr Owen appreciates that road works cause delays and frustration for drivers, and that there is a lot of work underway in the region.

“It is a busy time. Not only do we have chip sealing underway, but we are also doing road rebuilds, recovery work following the recent weather events, and resilience improvements aimed at protecting critical transport links in the long term.”

“We are trying to minimise the impact of these works as much as possible. But, as the saying goes, you cannot make an omelette without breaking eggs; road works do affect traffic,” Mr Owen says.

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“All road users benefit from this work. The work we do now helps prevent costlier and more disruptive repairs in the future.”

Work locations between now and Christmas	Timing
SH60, near Smalls Creek, Golden Bay	Monday, 10 November, to Thursday, 13 November, 7 am to 5 pm. Stop/go traffic management
SH60 near Pigville Road, Golden Bay	Tuesday, 11 November, to Friday 14 November, 7 am to 5 pm. Stop/go traffic management.
SH6 near Mangles Valley Road, Murchison	Wednesday, 12 November, to Friday, 14 November, 7 am to 5 pm. Stop/go traffic management.
SH6 Wakapuaka (The Glen), Nelson	Thursday, 13 November, to Tuesday, 18 November, 7 am to 5pm. Stop/go traffic management (no work on Saturday, 15 November and Sunday, 16 November).
SH6 near the Matakitaki River, Murchison	Thursday, 13 November, to Monday, 17 November, 7 am to 5 pm. Stop/go traffic management (no work on Saturday, 15 November and Sunday, 16 November).
SH65 Shenandoah	Friday, 14 November, to Tuesday 18 November, 7am to 5pm. Stop/go traffic management (no work on Saturday, 15 November and Sunday, 16 November).
SH60 High Street, Motueka between: Old Wharf Road and Whakarewa Street Greenwood Street and Fearon Street	Monday, 17 November, to Friday 28 November, 9:30 am to 5 pm (no work on Saturday 22 or Sunday 23 November). During this time, the southbound lane will be closed. Southbound road users travelling towards Mapua, will need to detour via Staples Street, Thorp Street and Old Wharf Road. SH60 High Street will remain open for northbound road users travelling towards Riwaka.
SH1 Wairau Road Picton, south of Angle Street	Friday, 21 November, 6 pm to 6 am. Stop/go traffic management.
SH1 Koromiko between Para Road and Speeds Road	Friday, 21 November to Thursday 27 November, 6 pm to 6 am. Stop/go traffic management.
SH1 between Picton and Tuamarina	Monday, 24 November, to Friday, 28 November, 6 pm to 6 am. Stop/go traffic management.
SH1 Tuamarina	Thursday, 27 November and Friday, 28 November, 6 pm to 6 am. Stop/go traffic management.
SH1, south of the Wairau River Bridge	Friday, 28 November, 6 pm to 6 am. Stop/go traffic management.
SH1, south of Seddon	Monday, December 1 to Friday, 5 December, 7 am to 6 pm. Stop/go traffic management.

Programme Update:

In Nelson/Tasman, all chip sealing sites will be completed before Christmas. Drivers can expect to see work on State Highway 60 in Motueka, State Highway 60 in Golden Bay and State Highway 6 near Murchison.

In Marlborough, crews will be active on State Highway 1 from November until Christmas. They will then be at various sites on State Highway 6 in February 2026 including around Okaramio, Havelock, Canvastown, Pelorus and Rai Valley, as well as State Highway 1 in Riverlands and State Highway 63 near St Arnaud.

Road users travelling to the West Coast and further south over summer can also expect to come upon chip seal operations during their journeys.

Stop/go controls will be in place while chip seal work is underway. Temporary speed limits will apply day and night and remain in place until the new surface beds in. Crews will then sweep the new surface before re-applying road markings.

Mr Owen says 30 km/h limits are in place for good reason.

“If people drive too fast, they will damage the road surface, meaning the work has to be redone – creating even more travel delays. Stone chips can also flick up and damage other vehicles.”

“Sticking to the posted speed limit also helps to keep everyone, including our road workers, safe,” Mr Owen says.

Summer Maintenance Season – Tips and Advice:

Drivers need to be aware other summer maintenance, resilience and recovery works are happening around the region.
We recommend allowing an extra 40 minutes travel time on State Highway 6 between Nelson and West Coast and an extra 15 minutes travel time on State Highway 6 between Nelson and Blenheim due to work on these state highway corridors.
We recommend allowing an extra 40 minutes travel time on State Highway 1 between Picton and Christchurch.
Drivers should check road conditions before they travel as knowing when and where road works are happening means you can time your travel to avoid them or allow extra time for your trip.
Whenever you come to a worksite, remember that our road workers are doing their best to complete their work and keep you moving. Please be respectful and follow their advice and instructions.
State Highway Summer Maintenance – Top of the South Island(external link)
State Highway maintenance – Frequently Asked Questions(external link)
Tips for driving through worksites (video)(external link)

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SH28 Harwoods Road to close as roundabout construction progresses near Tīrau

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November 5, 2025

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

State Highway 28-Harwoods Road will be closed for approximately 5 weeks while work continues on a roundabout at the SH28/State Highway 5 intersection east of Tīrau.

The roundabout has been under construction since August this year and the upcoming closure is necessary to safely complete the next phase of work and to keep the project on track.

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) Regional Manager Infrastructure Delivery, Darryl Coalter says that work has been progressing well and that people can expect to be using the new roundabout in March next year.

“To get this completed safely and on time we need to close the SH28-Harwoods Road part of the worksite for 5 weeks.”

”During the closure there will be no access into or out of Harwoods Road at the SH5 intersection, apart from emergency vehicles and a school van. SH5 traffic will continue to flow through the worksite under the current speed restrictions.

“The closure will affect interregional traffic and SH28 is a well-used freight route. That traffic will be detoured along State Highway 27 and State Highway 29. Travel times are about the same” Mr Coalter says.

“All of Harwoods Road will remain open except for the 600m section between Tapapa Road and SH5. Local roads will all remain open, but we ask people to plan alternative routes to access their homes, farms and businesses during this closure period.”

Road closure details:

Where: SH28-Harwoods Road at the SH5 intersection.
When: 6am Thursday 13 November to approximately Wednesday 17 December 2025.
Detour: SH27 and SH29. Local roads will remain open, but with no access from the worksite. Emergency services and the local school van will be provided with access through the worksite.

Corridor works:

The roundabout project is part of the wider safety improvements being made along SH5 between Tīrau and Tārukenga, on the Rotorua side of the Mamaku Range.

The improvements include:

SH5/SH28-Harwoods Road roundabout. Under construction, completion expected in March 2026.
Shoulder widening and wide centrelines:
- Whites Road to Waimakariri Road: In construction, completion expected next month.
- Waimakariri Road to Harwoods Road: Construction likely spring 2026, depending on funding being confirmed.
SH5/SH28-Whites Road roundabout: Completing detailed design works. Construction when funding confirmed.
SH1 Tirau to SH5/SH28-Whites Rd intersection: Detailed design underway for shoulder widening and wide centrelines. Construction when funding confirmed.

For more project information, visit:

SH5 Tīrau to Tārukenga safety improvements

View larger version of the detour map [PDF, 277 KB]

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