People travelling on State Highway 29 (SH29) between Tauriko and the power station at Ruahihi can expect minor delays next Wednesday 10 September between 10am and 2pm to allow for tree-felling near the Ōmanawa Bridge.

Traffic will be slowed through this area as trees are being cut down and once safely on the ground vehicles will be allowed past. People are asked to drive with care while this work is done.

This is preparatory work for the replacement of the Ōmanawa Bridge, part of the broader Tauriko West Roads of National Significance (RoNS) project. Main works for the bridge replacement are expected to begin later this year.