Belfast to Pegasus SH1 road granted fast-track approval

Wednesday 29 July 2026 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 29 Jul, 1:03pm

In this story NZ Transport Agency, Chris Bishop

The State Highway 1 Belfast to Pegasus Motorway and Woodend Bypass has received fast-track approval. While the project aims to reduce crashes and congestion, construction remains on hold due to a lack of funding.

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1. StuffWed 29 Jul, 12:28pm

   Belfast to Pegasus SH1 road of national significance fast-tracked (opens in new tab)

2. The PressWed 29 Jul, 1:03pm

   Woodend Bypass granted Fast-track approval but still no money to build it (opens in new tab)

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