NZTA reinstates features for Ōtaki to north of Levin highway

Thursday 19 June 2025 · 5 outlets · 4 reports · updated Thu 19 Jun 2025, 6:00pm

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The NZTA Board has confirmed it will reinstate several critical features for the Ōtaki to north of Levin highway project. This decision follows public concern regarding proposed design changes intended to cut costs. Additional funding has also been approved to proceed with construction and abandon plans to downgrade the highway.

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1. The PressThu 19 Jun 2025, 4:42pm

   Curious, concerned, and congratulatory: Picton residents weigh in on SH1 changes (opens in new tab)

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2. StuffThu 19 Jun 2025, 5:02pm

   NZTA U-turns on proposed changes for new highway (opens in new tab)

3. 1NewsThu 19 Jun 2025, 5:32pm

   After public outcry, NZTA reinstates features to Ō2NL Highway (opens in new tab)

   • Curious, concerned: Picton residents weigh in on SH1 changes (opens in new tab) Thu 19 Jun 2025, 6:00pm