Road users in the Bay of Plenty may see contractors out in force over the coming weeks carrying out re-seals or improvements to the state highway network.

Weather permitting, the annual reseal programme is expected to start this week.

People may experience minor delays while the reseals and repairs are carried out.

Bay of Plenty journey manager Nigel D'Ath says regularly resealing roads makes them safer to drive on and less likely to require expensive repair work in the future

'While we're working to keep the roads maintained all year around, the warmer months between November and March are the best time of year for maintenance and repairs. This is because when the weather is warmer and the air is drier, the seal sticks more effectively to the road surface.

'Road users should plan their journeys, abide by all speed signs and drive with extra care around these sites.”

Other road works in the area

SH 30 Te Ngae Road, Lynmore

Major intersection improvements are being carried out at Te Ngae Road. Road users may see a different road lay-out, stop and go signs used and shoulder closures. During peak periods delays may be up to 10 minutes long.

SH 30 Te Teko to Awakeri

The road is being widened and flexible safety barriers are being installed between Te Teko and Awakeri. Stop and go signs may be used but delays are expected to be less than 5 minutes.

SH 2 Waioeka Gorge

Rock scaling and vegetation management is being carried out until early December. Stop and go signs will be used and there will be intermittent closures of approximately 10 minutes at a time to allow rock and/or vegetation to be brought down safely. Road users are advised to expect delays and allow an extra 15 minutes for their journey.

Te Puke Highway rehabilitation work

Rehabilitation work is being carried out between Poplar Lane and Kopuroa Canal Bridge (Longswamp). There is a 30kph temporary speed limit in place with lane shifts and metal surface. Extra care is required when traveling through this site.

SH2/TePuna Rd intersection, the Hairini underpass, SH29/29A/36 intersection.

Work is on-going on these sections of the State Highway network. The NZ Transport Agency advises motorists to stick to the speed limits in place and drive safely.

Beach Road, Waihi Beach

Rehabilitation and drainage work is being carried out in the gorge section. Please drive with care through these works.

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