We regularly consult with the sector to gain insights that help us to review and update the documents within our Standards and Guidelines Catalogue. Information on current consultations can be viewed in our public consultation hub, and further information on recently reviewed, updated or archived documents is shared with staff and suppliers in our regular Standards and Guidelines Technical Advice Note newsletter.

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Technical Advice Notes were previously published every time an individual operational policy document was ratified and updated in our standards catalogue. However, in 2024 we have updated the format into a regular newsletter that not only lists recently updated documents, but also notifies future consultations and highlights upcoming plans in our forward work programme.

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#16-18 Wire Rope Safety Barrier systems – post footing issues (updated Dec 2016)

Published: | Category: Technical advice note | Audiences: Road controlling authorities, Road traffic engineers & consultants, Roading contractors | Author: Highways and Network Operations

Wire Rope Safety Barrier systems – post footing issues (updated December 2016)

#16-17 Road safety barrier accreditation scheme

Published: | Category: Technical advice note | Audiences: Road controlling authorities, Road traffic engineers & consultants, Roading contractors | Author: Highways and Network Operations

Road safety barrier accreditation scheme gets green light for safety.

#16-16 Update to the Guide to assessing road- traffic noise using NZS 6806 for state highway asset improvement projects

Published: | Category: Technical advice note | Audiences: Road controlling authorities, Road traffic engineers & consultants, Roading contractors | Author: Highways and Network Operations

The Guide to assessing road- traffic noise using NZS 6806 for state highway asset improvement projects has been updated.  

#16-15 Update to state highway manuals SM021, SM030 and SM031

Published: | Category: Technical advice note | Audiences: Road controlling authorities, Road traffic engineers & consultants, Roading contractors | Author: Highways and Network Operations

The SM021, SM030 and SM031 State highway manuals have been updated.

#16-14 Stormwater specification for state highways

Published: | Category: Technical advice note | Audiences: Road controlling authorities, Road traffic engineers & consultants, Roading contractors | Author: Highways and Network Operations

The P46 State highway stormwater specification sets out the design and construction stormwater requirements for all state highway improvement projects, however a construction specification will still be necessary for construction requirements.

#16-13 Update to preliminary instructions for maintenance and minor improvement works

Published: | Category: Technical advice note | Audiences: Road controlling authorities, Road traffic engineers & consultants, Roading contractors | Author: Highways and Network Operations

Updates have been made to preliminary instructions for maintenance and minor improvement works.

#16-12 State Highway Plan 2016/17

Published: | Category: Technical advice note | Audiences: Road controlling authorities, Road traffic engineers & consultants, Roading contractors | Author: Highways and Network Operations

The NZ Transport Agency’s State highway plan for 2016/17 is now available. The final details and final version will be confirmed following the financial year end close, and confirmation of financial position.

#16-11 State highway contractor health and safety

Published: | Category: Technical advice note | Audiences: Road controlling authorities, Road traffic engineers & consultants, Roading contractors | Author: NZ Transport Agency

This Technical Advice Note replaces TAN #16-05, please disregard the incorrect TAN. Changes have been made to our requirements for the health and safety of contractors and consultants working on the state highway.

#16-09 Bridge manual 3rd edition amendment 2

Published: | Category: Technical advice note | Audiences: Road controlling authorities, Road traffic engineers & consultants, Roading contractors | Author: Highways and Network Operations

Amendment 2 to the NZ Transport Agency Bridge manual (3rd edition) is available on the Transport Agency’s website for download.

#16-10 Launch of the Highway structures design guide

Published: | Category: Technical advice note | Audiences: Road controlling authorities, Road traffic engineers & consultants, Roading contractors | Author: Highways and Network Operations

Highways and Network Operations have launched the new Highway structures design guide.