Otara Bridge

Strength testing of Otara Bridge was completed on Monday and Tuesday. Rangitīkei District Council and Manawatū District Council are now awaiting a detailed report from the bridge engineers, which will help inform the next steps for the bridge. Read more here.

Watermain renewal (Mataroa Road/SH1) - Taihape

Approximately 400 meters of steel water pipe is being replaced on Mataroa Road/State Highway 1 in Taihape between now and February 2025.

December 03, 2024

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The work will be taking place from the intersection of Linnet Street to the Gumboot Statue (opposite The Bottle-O) and is expected to take approximately 10 weeks to complete.

During this time, there will be some disruptions to traffic and pedestrians, and there will be water shutdowns when required.

Nearby residents will be informed of any water shutdowns in advance of them happening via letter drops, and we will provide updates on our website.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused during this time.