Detour at Te Karaka

A109 Light Utility Helicopter flight with mayor Gisborne City from the air in November 2023.

Motorists using State Highway 2 will have to take a 15-minute detour at Te Karaka from November 16.

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is advising of upcoming resurfacing works happening on State Highway 2 in Te Karaka starting on Monday, November 16.

The work is expected to be completed by Monday, November 30, depending on the weather.

“During this time, there will be a full, 24-hour closure of State Highway 2 between Cliff Road and Main Road,” an NZTA statement says.

“A detour route will be in place, via Cliff Road and Main Road. Delays of up to 10 to 15 minutes are possible during peak hours, but the detour should minimise this.

“Motorists are asked to please be mindful of Cliff Road and Main Road residents as they will not be accustomed to the high traffic volumes that will be travelling through.

“Residents have been advised to also expect noise and dust while the work is under way.”

Waka Kotahi apologises for the inconvenience.