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Road information

Our local road network remains fragile

We're carrying out both ongoing maintenance and significant recovery work across the region.
The table and map below shows road closures and restrictions.
To view the full programme of road works, see the webpage Maintenance and Recovery Work

Temporary road closures and restrictions

Mainly weather-related

Road Location Status Comments Update / Reopen ETA Updated Photos
Matokitoki Valley Road 2.966 km 1Closed Planned Dropout Repairs - Residents and Service vehicles access only 31 Jul 2026 5:00pm 24 Jul 2026 10:55am
Tokata Road 1.43 km 1Closed Farmer Bridge closed due to scouring To be advised 15 May 2026 10:27am
Bushy Knoll Road 27 - 47 km 3Closed to Heavy Vehicles Multiple trees down on powerlines - Resident Access only Next update
31 Jul
27 Jul 2026 9:47am
Monck Road 1.2 km 3Closed to Heavy Vehicles Culvert washout - Resident Access only Next update
31 Jul
27 Jul 2026 9:48am
Utting Road entire road 3Closed to Heavy Vehicles Large Slip - Resident access only Next update
31 Jul
27 Jul 2026 9:48am
Matahiia Road 2.663 - 2.701 km (Aorangiwai Bridge) 3Closed to Heavy Vehicles Abutment Scour Escalation To be advised 27 Jul 2026 11:44am
Motu Road 32.681km 1Closed Slip - refer to Opotiki District Council Website Next update
18 Sep
10 Jun 2026 4:21pm
Walker Road Walker Rd Bridge 3Closed to Heavy Vehicles Washout on Abutment approach; TMP in place, alternative route to bypass this site. Next update
18 Sep
02 Mar 2026 2:19pm

Map display of road information

The map displays long-term road closures and works on state highways. For more detail, visit NZTA Waka Kotahi

Report road or bridge issues

To report local road or bridge issues, please use the Antenno app or contact us online

Antenno

The quickest way to report issues is through Antenno. The app lets you send reports straight from your phone and receive instant updates on main road closures. Download Antenno today

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