Part of State Highway 79, in the heart of the South Canterbury town of Geraldine, will close during daytime hours tomorrow for the Geraldine Festival (external link).

SH79/Cox Street and Talbot Street will be closed from 6am tomorrow through to 6pm, between the intersections with Peel Street and Hislop Streets.

People travelling through Geraldine should expect minor delays and are encouraged to plan around the closure. Short delays may also be possible for those travelling on SH79 between Fairlie and Geraldine because of roading maintenance work happening on this stretch of road.

People can check the latest information on these state highway restrictions and others at the Journey Planner site.