No. 1 Road Rehabilitation

• We’re upgrading No.1 Road in Te Puke to make this vital urban–rural route safer, stronger, and better prepared for the future.

• No. 1 Road connects orchards, post-harvest businesses, farms, and homes to the wider area - making it a key link for the local community and economy. Over two years, we’re delivering a package of improvements to support safer travel, reduce surface flooding, and prepare for future growth.

• Road lowering: A section near Cannell Farm Drive is being lowered to support a potential future connection - doing this now while we’re doing other work avoids major rework later

• Stormwater upgrades: Roadside drainage is being improved to protect the road from storm damage

• Road rebuilding and resurfacing: Sections of the road are being fully rebuilt to improve durability and long-term performance

• The road will remain open, with stop/go traffic management in place

• Temporary speed limits and daytime construction noise are expected

• Property access will be maintained throughout the works

• We’ll continue to keep residents and businesses informed as the project progresses

The first phase of this work, between Roderick Lane and number 56 No.1 Road, has now been completed, and we have started the second phase, between 56 No. 1 Road and Te Puke Highway.

The works within the road corridor are expected to be completed by late February 2026, with the overall completion date being April 2026.