The roundabout has been precast to minimise disruption on site and has been constructed with concrete to improve durability in the high-use area.
While stop/go traffic management is in place, NZTA expects delays of between five and 10 minutes for road users.
NZTA and the council acknowledge the continued support from local businesses and community members for the installation of the roundabout, which is expected to slow traffic in the area between the 100km/h section of state highway and the main street, as well as improve the safety of the busy intersection.
Contractors will also paint two new pedestrian crossings on Waipawa’s main street and install traffic islands in the lead-up to the roundabout to help slow traffic.