Current and upcoming roadworks

Matangi Road, Hillcrest closed at the Morrinsville Road intersection). 

This work is being done by Hamilton City Council. View more information.

Three months from 16 February 2026.

New roundabout construction

Mercer Ferry Road, Mercer

Updated work programme below, approximately five weeks in duration:

Stage 1 - Stop/Go traffic management in place
Dates: Monday 9 February - Saturday 21 February 2026
Duration: Approximately two weeks, weather permitting
Works: Shoulder repairs and side drainage works 

Stage 2 - Full road closure between 7am - 7pm
During the full road closure period, controlled pilot-vehicle crossings may be used at times to allow priority and essential traffic to pass through the work site under traffic management supervision, where it is safe to do so.
Dates: Monday 23 February - Saturday 14 March 2026
Duration: Approximately three weeks, weather permitting
Works: Pavement repairs and application of two reseal coats

Road maintenance

Follow marked detour via Morrison, Clark, Denize Road, as shown in the image below. 

Great South Road with be closed from River Road, through to Princess Street, including the bridge.

• Pedestrians will still be able to access the bridge
• Resident access will be maintained where possible 
• Emergency services will have access at all times
• Rubbish and recycling will continue as normal 
• You may notice increased noise, vibration and construction activity overnight 
  

Delayed due to adverse weather. Work will restart on Wednesday, 1 April between 8:30pm and 6:00am.

Road resurfacing

Use River Road, Horotiu Bridge Road, and reconnect to Great South Road, see route.

Ohinewai Road from Matahuru Road. 

Closed until further notice 

Hauraki District Council has closed this route due to dangerous road conditions on the part of the road that they manage. The road edge has slipped and poses a significant risk due to the possibility of further slipping which could result in the actual road slipping as well.

Rimu Road, Pookeno

Tuesday, 24 March 2026.

Tree maintenance

Potter Road, Pookeno

Closed between 7am - 7pm for six weeks, starting 23 March 2026. 

Road widening.

Two weeks from 18 March 2026.

Road maintenance

Te Hutewai Road, Raglan from Wainui Road up to Reservoir entrance.

19 January to April 2026

Watermain install

Three weeks starting 9 March 2026. Closed 7am to 7pm daily.

Road reconstruction

Detour in place.

Two weeks starting 16 March 2026. Closed daily from 7am to 7pm.

Road maintenance