Wellington truck breakdown causing havoc in Ngauranga Gorge

A truck and trailer unit has broken down in the Ngauranga Gorge. Photo / NZTA

A broken-down truck is causing delays for commuters heading into Wellington through the Ngauranga Gorge.

The NZ Transport Agency said the truck and trailer unit is blocking the left southbound lane near the Newlands offramp on SH1.

Queues are backed up to Churton Park.

UPDATE 8:30AM

Queues due to this breakdown are now almost back to Churton Park. Please be patient on your journey. ^EW
https://t.co/b6cYL90s4x

— Waka Kotahi Wellington (@WakaKotahiWgtn) February 28, 2018