Tauranga speed restrictions to stay on SH36 and SH29a while roadworks done

Roadworks will mean lower speed limits in parts of Tauranga this weekend. Photo / File

Speed restrictions on parts of State Highways 36 and 29a are expected to stay in place for the weekend.

The SH36 Kennedy Rd to Pyes Pa Rd, SH29a between Poike Roundabout and Welcome Bay Roundabout, and SH29a approaching Maungatapu Bridge from Matapihi areas were recently resealed but a mechanical failure has resulted in the stone (chip) not adhering to the road.

The road will be repaired as soon as the weather allows.

New Zealand Transport Agency Bay of Plenty transport system manager Rob Campbell said people should expect delays if they were travelling through the area.

"We'd like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience this restricted speed may cause, we are treating the repair work as a priority," Campbell said.

"We'd like to ask people to stick to the advised speed through the work sites to keep themselves and others safe and to reduce the likelihood of vehicles being damaged."

The contractor is programming a permanent repair which will include removing the excess chip, clearing the drains and replacing the chipseal, but this can't be carried completed until the overnight temperature warms again and a period of dry weather is forecast.

• People can get live updates and check if the road is open by calling 0800 4 HIGHWAYS or checking their website.