Transport Rebuild East Coast (TREC) crews working on the Hikuwai Bridge replacement project north of Tolaga Bay, have completed construction of a 250 metre long temporary road on State Highway 35 (SH35) at Hikuwai Bridge.  

To allow traffic to use this new route, a traffic switch will take place next Tuesday 26 August around 6pm.

Following the switch, road users will be redirected onto the new stretch of road, which will then provide a larger, safer work space for crews working on the replacement bridge.

Next Tuesday’s traffic switch will be carried out under stop/go traffic management, with a delay of approximately 5-10 minutes expected.

Although the realignment is minor, motorists are reminded to drive with care while adjusting to the new road layout and follow the 30 km/h speed limit currently in place.  

For more information on the Hikuwai Bridge Replacement project visit the project website:  

SH35 Hikuwai Bridge No.1 replacement(external link)