SH2 Waihī to Tauranga Corridor


	Kevin of HEB Construction chats about some of the works taking place on the SH2 Wahī to Ōmokoroa corridor

	SH2 Waihi to Tauranga corridor open day It was exciting for Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency and our partners to welcome almost 200 people to the SH2 Waihi to Tauranga Corridor Stakeholder & Community Open Day on 25 March. Visitors were taken through a journey of the projects across multiple stands, from the early stages of survey and geotechnical investigations to pavement design and construction. We enjoyed answering questions and discussing the various functions and responsibilities of those working along this section of SH2.

Consultation to capture community feedback on how we might shape a median barrier option on State Highway 2 (SH2) between Tetley Road and Esdaile Road.

While roundabouts are being designed for SH2 intersections at Rea Road / Tetley Road, and Pahoia Road / Esdaile Road, the feasibility and location of potentially another 3 or 4 roundabouts between these two locations is still being investigated. Roundabouts would provide safe turning locations at breaks within the median barrier.

We use flexible road safety barriers down the middle of a road to prevent head-on collisions or along the edge of the road to stop run-off-road crashes. They save lives.

• Flexible road safety barriers catch vehicles that leave their lane.

• If you hit a flexible barrier, the steel cables flex, slowing down your vehicle and keeping it upright. They absorb the impact so you and the people with you, don’t. They prevent you from being deflected to the other side of the road, potentially hitting another vehicle, or trees, poles or deep ditches on the roadside.

• Flexible road safety barriers are a good fit for our roads. They’re narrow and work best on long, straight sections and gentle curves. Most importantly, they’re the safest barrier if someone does hit them.

• This is a cost-effective infrastructure treatment, and on a normal two lane undivided highway the barrier can reduce the deaths and injuries in crashes by 75 percent.

Consultation will close on Friday 21 May.

Thank you to those have already taken the time to provide feedback. There has been a lot of interest and we look forward to keeping you informed of progress with the median barrier option.

As the scoping options advance into design, more localised consultation will occur, as has been the case along the corridor during the road widening. It is anticipated at least six design workshops will be held, and a possible drop-in session within the Katikati area.

How can I have my say?

If you wish to make a submission on the proposed median barrier you can complete the survey or provide us with your feedback by:
• Contacting us at bopprojects@nzta.govt.nz
• Visiting the Waihī to Ōmokoroa web page: www.nzta.govt.nz/w2o

Takitimu North Link project moves forward with contract award

Stage One of the Takitimu North Link project has moved another step forward with the first part of the Design and Construct contract awarded. Fulton Hogan and HEB Joint Venture are the successful contractors.

This is an important milestone for the NZ Upgrade Programme (NZUP) which is investing $6.8 billion in road, public transport, walking and cycling infrastructure to improve travel choices, save lives and boost productivity in growth areas. The programme provides a pipeline of jobs and work for the construction sector, with about 800 people already working on projects around the country.

Fulton Hogan and HEB Joint Venture bring significant experience in building major roading infrastructure having designed and constructed the Tauranga Eastern Link, and the Huntly Section of the Waikato Expressway. They are also part of the Alliance delivering Te Ahu a Turanga (Manawatū Tararua Highway).

Geotechnical investigations are now underway across the project. The Waka Kotahi project team will be working with Fulton Hogan and HEB Joint Venture to develop detailed designs for the interchange at Minden Road, a new bridge crossing the Wairoa Awa (River), an underpass at Cambridge Road and Wairoa Road, and a new connection from Fifteenth Avenue to the Takitimu Drive Toll Road.

Stage One is a 6.8km four-lane expressway between Tauranga and Te Puna.

Read more about the contract award


	Anna discusses the SH2 Katikati to Ōmokoroa stretch of highway with a visitor to the open day.

	What's happening now on the Waihī to Ōmokoroa Project? Construction of the safety project is progressing well and about 50 per cent complete. Section 4: Athenree Road to Tanners Point Road, and Section 5: Tanners Point Road to Kauri Point Road power and water mains are now relocated with primary works now commencing. Section 6: Kauri Point Road to Lindemann Road is undergoing widening work to the end of May. This will be followed by barrier installations. Watch for changes to road layout in this section. Section 8: Sharp Road to Sargent Drive sees activity continue near Work Road. In approximately late May the Work Road passing lane will close, with a wide shoulder for slow vehicles remaining. This will increase safety at the SH2/Work Road intersection. Construction also continues behind temporary barriers between Morton Road and Wright Road. Section 10: Wainui South Road to Esdaile Road project work is now complete. Highway maintenance work is now following, and the speed will remain low between Wainui South Road and just south of Turner Road for this.


	Safer speed limits make a difference in preventing deaths and serious injuries

	SH2 Mangatarata to Katikati Speed Review People from Mangatarata to Katikati have been sharing their local insights as Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency reviews speed limits on state highways around the region. This year, State Highway 2, from the SH2/State Highway 25 Mangatarata roundabout in Hauraki to Katikati in Western Bay of Plenty, is under the spotlight after being identified as a road corridor where safer speed limits could make a big difference in preventing deaths and serious injuries. Waka Kotahi Director of Regional Relationships David Speirs says between 2010 and 2019, 21 people died and 95 were seriously injured on this road. “Lots of change is needed to get us there but there is one thing we can do that will make a huge difference immediately – making speeds safer on our roads. The speed of a vehicle at impact is the single biggest factor that determines if you or someone you love walks away from a crash.” Mr Speirs says Waka Kotahi has heard concerns from people in the community about the speed people are travelling along this road through to Katikati. “Engaging with the community helps us get feedback and local knowledge on how people feel about current speeds in the area, including on roads around their local school, marae, business, or workplace.” This information will feed into technical reviews to help determine if a speed limit change will improve safety and help shape new proposed speeds, which will then be formally consulted on.

We are often asked why it takes so long after the works appear to be finished for the temporary speed limit signs to be removed.

We need to make sure the road is safe to return to the posted speed limit.

A number of inspections are undertaken as the works near completion, but sometimes the final inspection identifies the need for some final works, and/or maintenance activities on the existing road.

While the project team endeavours to identify this well ahead of time, it is not always possible, and can take some days to initiate the corrective treatments.

The project team needs to make sure the road is safe to return to the posted speed limit.

We appreciate your patience during this time.


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	For more information on the SH2 Waihī to Tauranga Corridor projects, contact us at bopprojects@nzta.govt.nz Visit our websites SH2 Waihī to Tauranga corridor SH2 Waihī to Ōmokoroa safety improvements SH2 Katikati to Tauranga speed review Takitimu North Link

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SH2 Waihi to Tauranga corridor open day

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SH2 Mangatarata to Katikati Speed Review

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