We’re looking forward to starting physical works on Te Ara o Te Ata: Mt Messenger Bypass following the High Court decision confirming consents for the project.
Te Ara o Te Ata will increase safety for everyone traveling into and out of North Taranaki, delivering resilience and a better journey—and it'll also bring many environmental benefits.
An extensive and enduring environmental programme is part of our plan, including pest management across 3650ha of forest on either side of the bypass, restoration planting comprising 120,000 native seedlings across 32 hectares, and a further 100,000 native plants along roadsides and embankments.
This component of the project will help us achieve our goal of leaving a lasting legacy in Taranaki, ensuring the project area is left in a better condition than before construction.
