Roadworks planned for three sections

Sections of State Highway 1, including the Desert Road, are set to be closed or under traffic management from today for repairs. Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency estimated about 10 days of work on SH1 through Taihape, with stop/go management in place between Ruru Rd and Toroa St on weekdays from today until December 9. A full rebuild of SH1 near Marton would start on Thursday, with stop/go management in place between Kakariki Rd and south of Ashby Lane on all days but Sundays until December 21. Motorists should plan for delays of up to 10 minutes at each set of roadworks. A two-day roadworks closure of the Desert Road on December 6 and 7 between 7am and 5pm is also planned, with detours for both light and heavier vehicles in place. The closure is weather dependent.