Slips close sections of State Highway 3 and SH43

Saturday 5 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sat 5 Jul 2025, 7:27am

In this story NZ Transport Agency

State Highway 3 between Mokau and Piopio in north Taranaki closed early Saturday morning following a slip. The NZ Transport Agency has advised travellers to delay their journeys. Additionally, the southbound lane at Mount Messenger remains closed due to a slip.

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7:20am

1. StuffSat 5 Jul 2025, 7:20am

   Slip closes section of SH3 in north Taranaki (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsSat 5 Jul 2025, 7:27am

   'Delay your journey': Slip closes part of SH3 in north Taranaki (opens in new tab)