With construction ramping up across three key sites on State Highway 29 and the future of Tauriko West rapidly taking shape, people are invited to a Community Information Day.

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) said in a statement the day is a chance to connect directly with the teams behind:

– SH29/SH29A Tauriko West Road of National Significance (RoNS)

– SH29 Tauriko Enabling Works

– SH29 Ōmanawa Bridge replacement

– Upcoming maintenance on SH29

– The evolving Tauriko West community and other local developments

“We’re looking forward to sharing updates and hearing from the community,” said NZTA system design regional manager Susan Collins.

“A lot has changed in Tauriko West over the past two years and with construction under way at three major sites on SH29, this is a great opportunity to connect and share what’s happening.”

People travelling along SH29 will shortly see the first steps in the construction of the new Ōmanawa Bridge.

The bridge, the first phase in the SH29/SH29A Tauriko West RoNS project, will be built alongside the existing one, on an alignment that fits with the future design for Tauriko West.

“The team is now making a start on preparing the site, with trees clear and work about to start on access roads. By November main construction will be under way.”

NZTA recently awarded the contract to protect the route and seek consents for the SH29 Tauriko West (RoNS) and upgrades to SH29A – important steps in supporting growth, improving safety and building a more resilient roading network.

“The future new SH29 will feature four lanes between the Redwood Lane Interchange and Takitimu North Link Interchange, widening SH29A to four lanes between the Takitimu Drive Toll Road roundabout and Barkes Corner Interchange.

“The designation and consenting work is being supported by [engineering consultants] BBO, including identifying the land required, technical and environmental assessments, relocating utilities and working with landowners,” said Collins.

For more information and to sign up for updates visit: nzta.govt.nz/tauriko-west

Where: Tauriko School, 768 State Highway 29 (SH29) Tauriko, Tauranga 

When: Saturday 8 November 2025, between 11am and 2pm