Road reconstruction to impact SH79 travel

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi | 10 Feb 2026 3:48pm | Canterbury

Road users travelling on State Highway 79/Geraldine-Fairlie Highway should be aware of potential short delays as scheduled road reconstruction work is carried out through until next month.

This work, due to continue through to 31 March, will mean temporary traffic lights and a 30km/h temporary speed restriction at the work site near Hall Road. This will be in operation on weekdays from 7am to 6pm.

People should plan your journeys accordingly and allow an extra 15 mins for travel between Geraldine and Fairlie.

We thank people for their patience while this important and necessary work to ensure quality roading is carried out.