News - June 15, 2011

Intersection slips down NZTA priority list

The long-awaited upgrade of the Hill Street intersection, in Warkworth, is again facing a lengthy delay.

NZTA State Highways Manager Auckland and Northland Tommy Parker says NZTA remains committed to the intersection upgrade, but it is “very unlikely” that it will go ahead in the 2011/12 financial year.

Sandspit marina opposition unresolved

Two Environment Court directed mediations on the Sandspit Marina proposal have as yet failed to find a resolution.

Community calls for funding to tackle dangerous road (+pic gallery)

Auckland Transport says a programme of works on Takatu Road is planned for the next financial year but exactly what will be done won’t be decided until the end of this month.

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