State Highway 1 Mount Victoria Tunnel closed (Tunnel is now OPEN)
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi | 29 Aug 2025 8:19am | Wellington
11:35am update
Mount Victoria Tunnel is open in both directions following its closure earlier this morning.
The issue with its fire safety system has been resolved and tests of the system were completed before reopening the route to traffic.
Traffic delays can be expected as queued traffic clears.
NZTA/Waka Kotahi and the Wellington Transport Alliance thank drivers for their patience and cooperation while this incident was being resolved.
8:20am update
State Highway 1 Mount Victoria Tunnel closed
Mount Victoria Tunnel in Wellington is closed this morning as contractors resolve an issue with its fire safety systems.
The tunnel was closed to traffic in both directions at around 7:15 this morning.
It will remain closed while work continues identify and fix the problem. There is no estimated time for a resolution, but the tunnel will be reopened as soon as it is safe to do so.
Updates will be provided when the tunnel’s status changes.
Drivers are asked to avoid the area and use an alternative route. Traffic delays and congestion can be expected during the morning peak traffic period.
Updates on the tunnel’s status can also be checked online.