A large slip has come down at Waiotahe Beach this morning, closing State Highway 2 (SH2) between Paerata Ridge Road and Waiotahe Valley Back Road. This is in the same area as previous slips that occurred in late 2022.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency contractors were working nearby at the time, and were able to quickly close the road. A geotechnical team has been notified. Investigation and removal of material will commence as soon as possible.
The detour is via Waiotahe Valley Back Road, Verrall Road, Paerata Ridge Back Road and back onto SH2.
Due to the size of the slip, the road will not re-open today and may be closed for some time.
Updates will follow as more information comes to hand.
