NZTA/Waka Kotahi and the Wellington Transport Alliance can confirm work to repair the Tauwharenīkau Bridge on State Highway 53 is almost complete.
The bridge and section of state highway is due to be fully open from tomorrow evening (Saturday) as work crews have managed to finish the project ahead of schedule.
Moroa Road will also be open to local road traffic from tomorrow evening as well.
Residents and road users can check the highway’s status on the NZTA/Waka Kotahi website:
Highway conditions – Wellington(external link)
NZTA/Waka Kotahi and the Wellington Transport want to thank the community for their patience and understanding while these essential repairs improving the resilience of the Tauwharenīkau Bridge have been underway.
