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Road access to Wellington was temporarily down to a windy, hilly road that heavy vehicles can't use after two crashes blocked State Highways 1 and 2.
- Remutaka Hill road on SH2 was closed shortly before midday Friday after two trucks collided, adding further pressure to the road network at… View moreRoad access to Wellington was temporarily down to a windy, hilly road that heavy vehicles can't use after two crashes blocked State Highways 1 and 2.
- Remutaka Hill road on SH2 was closed shortly before midday Friday after two trucks collided, adding further pressure to the road network at the start of Labour Weekend. The road reopened about 1pm.
- An earlier truck crash about 3.45am near Pukerua Bay on SH1 has been blocking the road in both directions. The Mainfreight truck was carrying hazardous chemicals and paint products. The driver received minor injuries.
Motorists have been warned of major delays, and light vehicles can use the Paekākāriki Hill Rd. The section of road between Paekākāriki and Grays Rd at Mana is closed and Police said it could remain this way until late.
Keep up-to-date with the traffic chaos here.
NZTA regional transport systems manager Mark Owen said: "If people are heading out of town they need to think of an alternative at this stage, and it's certainly going to take a lot longer if they take an alternative route."
Police have asked motorists to avoid the area.
Route 18e is now making its way from Karori to the University all the way to Miramar and back again, all day, every day.
Driven by your feedback, we’re fine-tuning the new network to make it more useful to more of you more often. For your real time connection with the new routes, download the… View moreRoute 18e is now making its way from Karori to the University all the way to Miramar and back again, all day, every day.
Driven by your feedback, we’re fine-tuning the new network to make it more useful to more of you more often. For your real time connection with the new routes, download the Metlink Commuter app.
A public meeting of about 100 people, held on 13 September, had been organised by the Churton Park Community Association (CPCA) in conjunction with list MP Brett Hudson. Its purpose was to give residents an opportunity to express their concerns to the Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC) … View moreA public meeting of about 100 people, held on 13 September, had been organised by the Churton Park Community Association (CPCA) in conjunction with list MP Brett Hudson. Its purpose was to give residents an opportunity to express their concerns to the Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC) about the new bus network.
All five councilors for the GWRC Wellington constituency attended, joined by all three Councillors for the WCC northern ward and the two local MPs – Greg O’Connor and Brett Hudson.
After greetings from Brett Hudson and Greg O’Connor, the GWRC Council Chair Chris Laidlaw spoke of the Council’s regret about impacts of the roll-out of the new region-wide system, and the Council’s determination to get things right.
Members of the audience were given the opportunity to describe the problems they have encountered and how they would like them fixed. Recurring issues were:
• buses not adhering to the timetable (arriving early, running late or not showing up at all);
• the need to resume both very early and late services. Earlier buses are needed in the morning for people such as nurses who need to get to work for 7 o’clock shifts;
• services stopping in the early evening (especially the route 19 loop service) have impacted on the ability to work late or have a social life. Commuters now have to walk long distances in poor lighting and often inclement weather. This was regarded as unacceptable and a personal safety issue.
• overcrowding of buses into and out of the city, caused by buses being too small, or having to accommodate passengers from buses that have not turned up. When returning from the city, this problem is made worse when the bus is filled with passengers taking a short trip to the railway station.
• problems with buses disappearing from the information boards, not being listed or not arriving,
• significant problems with school buses (overcrowding and reduction of cross-city services) and poor connections available to university students.
Clr Daran Ponter explained some measures being taken to correct the situation. These include the revamping of timetables by mid-October; the right-sizing of buses to cater for varying passenger numbers throughout the day; measures to stop “bunching” of buses through the CBD, the hiring of expertise from overseas to fix the Real Time Information Board issues, and better driver training. He indicated that measures will soon be taken to penalise the companies providing the service when they do not comply with GWRC requirements.
Clr Roger Blakeley (GWRC) acknowledged the validity of points made by speakers and unreservedly apologised. He said that GWRC will do everything it can to remedy the situation as fast as possible and noted that the full-time placing of GWRC’s CEO on the issue showed the Council’s intent.
The councilors expressed their appreciation of the clear and courteous manner in which residents had put their concerns. CPCA is sure this reflects the ethos of Churton Park and the way the suburb conducts itself.
The CPCA will continue to work with the GWRC to work through the issues as they affect Churton park commuters.
Photo accredited to Councillor Malcolm Sparrow.
All services will be running on public holiday timetables on Monday 22 October.
?: All buses will be running on Sunday timetables
?️: Wellington Harbour ferry will be running on a weekend timetable
?: Buses will be replacing most train services
To learn more, view the full updates on our … View moreAll services will be running on public holiday timetables on Monday 22 October.
?: All buses will be running on Sunday timetables
?️: Wellington Harbour ferry will be running on a weekend timetable
?: Buses will be replacing most train services
To learn more, view the full updates on our website.
Speed limits on eight rural Porirua roads should be nearly halved, the councillors have decided.
Harris Road, Moonshine Road, Flightys Road, Murphys Road, Mulhern Road, Bradey Road, Belmont Road and Coroglen Rise, off Airlie Road, should all drop from 100km/h to 60km/h, councillors decided earlier … View moreSpeed limits on eight rural Porirua roads should be nearly halved, the councillors have decided.
Harris Road, Moonshine Road, Flightys Road, Murphys Road, Mulhern Road, Bradey Road, Belmont Road and Coroglen Rise, off Airlie Road, should all drop from 100km/h to 60km/h, councillors decided earlier this month.
The proposed changes will now go to NZTA for approval.
What do you think of the decision? Let us know.
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Kia ora water-lovers!
Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:
1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's … View moreKia ora water-lovers!
Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:
1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's Marine App makes it easy.
2. Tests your life jackets. Pull hard on the straps and see if any of them stretch or rip. Check all over for any existing tears in the straps and any cuts or punctures in the life jacket. If yes, do not use the life jacket, dispose of it, and replace it. Always check if it floats before putting them on. Keep in mind kapok life jackets should not be used as they can absorb water and sink, their cotton straps also easily rip! Burn them or bin them, but whatever you do - don't use or resell them.
3. For this year's Safer Boating Week, boaties are being reminded to “Prep, Check, Know” - prepare your boat, check your gear and know the rules before going on the water.
Let's put in the time and effort to make sure there are NO water related accidents or deaths this Labour Day long-weekend! Don't forget to look out for each other and report any concerns you have to local authorities.
#SaferBoatingWeek
#NSNZemergencypreparedness
For a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! Make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!
… View moreFor a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! Make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!
Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
The bus driver stop-work meeting on Friday 19 October between 9am and 3pm means some of our services will unfortunately be cancelled in Wellington city and Hutt Valley.
Paekākāriki Hill Road will be closed temporarily to through traffic this Friday afternoon of Labour Holiday Weekend, 19 October from noon and finishing at around 9pm or when traffic eases on State Highway 1.
The NZ Transport Agency in collaboration with NZ Police, Kapiti Coast District and … View morePaekākāriki Hill Road will be closed temporarily to through traffic this Friday afternoon of Labour Holiday Weekend, 19 October from noon and finishing at around 9pm or when traffic eases on State Highway 1.
The NZ Transport Agency in collaboration with NZ Police, Kapiti Coast District and Porirua City Council are closing Paekākāriki Hill Road at Grays Road intersection and at the intersection with State Highway 1.
The extra traffic using Paekākāriki Hill Road at this time are at a higher risk of accidents, both on the steep, winding road and when merging with holiday traffic at Paekākāriki on State Highway 1.
There are also significant number of vehicles that use the hill road as a shortcut and exit onto State Highway 1 at Paekākāriki at the start of busy holiday periods, where they cause significant delays for southbound and northbound highway traffic.
Paekākāriki Hill Road residents and others working or visiting properties on the hill road will be able to enter from the State Highway 1 at Paekākāriki and Pauatahanui. However, if leaving a property on the hill road, they cannot exit onto State Highway 1 at Paekākāriki during the temporary closure and should use an alternate route such as Grays Road at Pauatahanui.
Kia Ora Neighbourhood Supporters -
Friendly reminder that Shake Out, our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, is happening tomorrow.
At 9:30am over 800,000 people across the country will drop, cover, and hold!
Are you joining in?
#NSNZemergencypreparedness
What do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.
Torrential rain … View moreWhat do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.
Torrential rain and a flooded bridge keep them stranded for three days. What they get up to, to help pass the time, raises a few eyebrows and will have you laughing, tearing up and applauding enthusiastically as they bare all.
Of course, it’s not just souls that are exposed, there’s a little nudity, a cracking thunderstorm, explosions, screaming bloody murder, ghostly stories, a birthday celebration, a séance, a drunken party, confessions, meltdowns and revelations that will keep you and your friends entertained throughout.
Perfectly timed for your own social group’s ascent into summer, don’t miss this hilarious play when it comes to a town near you in November.
Buy tickets for Paraparaumu.
Buy tickets for Wellington City.
Kia Ora. We are a small Early Childhood centre located on a farm in the hills of Takapu Valley, only minutes from State Highway 1.
If you are looking for childcare that offers a home-away-from-home feeling, with plenty of outside space to play and explore animals and the natural environment … View moreKia Ora. We are a small Early Childhood centre located on a farm in the hills of Takapu Valley, only minutes from State Highway 1.
If you are looking for childcare that offers a home-away-from-home feeling, with plenty of outside space to play and explore animals and the natural environment then check out our website and facebook page.
Our mixed age learning is an integral part of CountryLife and this provides our strong sense of family values.
We currently have whole day spaces for 2-5 year olds.
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