No. 1 Road Rehabilitation

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Kia ora, welcome to the No.1 Road rehabilitation project page. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about the project, including latest updates, and a timeline of upcoming steps. Check out the information on the right-hand side of this page (or if you're on a device, scroll to the end of the page) for all this and more.


About the project

  • 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.


What the project includes

  • Road lowering: A section near Cannell Farm Drive is being lowered and underground services relocated 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

These improvements will deliver long-term benefits for road users, nearby properties and the wider Te Puke area.


March 2026 update – revised completion timing

This stage of works was scheduled to be completed prior to the 2026 kiwifruit season, recognising the increase in heavy vehicle movements during harvest.

Works between Edgehill Place and 20 (or 31 on the opposite side) Number 1 Road are now almost complete, with only minor finishing activities remaining.

However, unavoidable delays associated with PowerCo relocating three power poles in the road-lowering area have impacted the programme.

As a result, works between 31–79 (or 20–90) Number 1 Road are continuing, and the overall project is now expected to be completed by mid-April 2026.

We acknowledge the increased demands on the road network during harvest and thank residents and road users for their patience as we complete the remaining works.


Managing traffic and access

During the remaining works:

  • Stop/go traffic management and one-lane operation will continue
  • Traffic delays may occur, particularly at peak times
  • Temporary driveway access restrictions may apply within the work area

We have spoken directly with Trevelyan’s and will continue coordinating with orchard and packhouse operators to minimise disruption wherever possible.


To support peak harvest movements:

  • Two traffic lanes will be open before 8.00am and after 4.30pm
  • Ongoing coordination will continue between contractors and traffic management crews

We remain committed to maintaining resident access while completing these works safely.


Staying informed

We’ll continue to keep residents and the wider community updated through:

  • This Your Place page
  • Direct communication with affected properties
  • Council communication channels, including e-newsletter, Antenno, and Facebook


You can also contact:

Western Bay of Plenty District Council
Phone: 0800 926 732
Email: transportation@westernbay.govt.nz

Kia ora, welcome to the No.1 Road rehabilitation project page. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about the project, including latest updates, and a timeline of upcoming steps. Check out the information on the right-hand side of this page (or if you're on a device, scroll to the end of the page) for all this and more.


About the project

  • 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.


What the project includes

  • Road lowering: A section near Cannell Farm Drive is being lowered and underground services relocated 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

These improvements will deliver long-term benefits for road users, nearby properties and the wider Te Puke area.


March 2026 update – revised completion timing

This stage of works was scheduled to be completed prior to the 2026 kiwifruit season, recognising the increase in heavy vehicle movements during harvest.

Works between Edgehill Place and 20 (or 31 on the opposite side) Number 1 Road are now almost complete, with only minor finishing activities remaining.

However, unavoidable delays associated with PowerCo relocating three power poles in the road-lowering area have impacted the programme.

As a result, works between 31–79 (or 20–90) Number 1 Road are continuing, and the overall project is now expected to be completed by mid-April 2026.

We acknowledge the increased demands on the road network during harvest and thank residents and road users for their patience as we complete the remaining works.


Managing traffic and access

During the remaining works:

  • Stop/go traffic management and one-lane operation will continue
  • Traffic delays may occur, particularly at peak times
  • Temporary driveway access restrictions may apply within the work area

We have spoken directly with Trevelyan’s and will continue coordinating with orchard and packhouse operators to minimise disruption wherever possible.


To support peak harvest movements:

  • Two traffic lanes will be open before 8.00am and after 4.30pm
  • Ongoing coordination will continue between contractors and traffic management crews

We remain committed to maintaining resident access while completing these works safely.


Staying informed

We’ll continue to keep residents and the wider community updated through:

  • This Your Place page
  • Direct communication with affected properties
  • Council communication channels, including e-newsletter, Antenno, and Facebook


You can also contact:

Western Bay of Plenty District Council
Phone: 0800 926 732
Email: transportation@westernbay.govt.nz