Work by the local power authority is causing big delays between Tauranga and Katikati.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency said motorists travelling on State Highway 2 should delay their travel or expect delays as PowerCo is currently undertaking work at Aongatete.
Motorists are currently experiencing significant delays, NZTA said.
SH2 AONGATETE - DELAYS - 12:00PM Expect delays on #SH2 between Katikati and Tauranga with PowerCo currently undertaking work at Aongatete. Delay your journey. Works are expected to finish by 1pm. ^TP pic.twitter.com/uDXr2Kh8Cb
— Waka Kotahi NZTA Waikato/BoP (@WakaKotahiWaiBP) October 6, 2021
Thework is expected to be finished within the next hour and traffic should return to normal for the afternoon.