State Highway 2 / Ōmokoroa Road intersection upgrade

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Kia ora, welcome to the SH2 / Ōmokoroa Road intersection upgrade project page. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about the project, including latest updates, frequently asked questions, and a timeline of upcoming steps. Check out the information on the right-hand side of this page for all this and more.

SH2 / Ōmokoroa Rd Roundabout Update - 7 October 2025

Ōmokoroa roundabout enters final phase


The Ōmokoroa roundabout is moving into its final position this week, marking a major step forward for the State Highway 2/Ōmokoroa Road intersection upgrade. From Wednesday 8 October, Youngson Road will reopen, allowing traffic towards Tauranga to turn right into Youngson Road and traffic from Youngson Road to turn left towards Katikati.

There will no longer be a right-turn out of Youngson Road, so drivers heading to Tauranga will need to turn left and loop back via the roundabout.

Crews will continue work along State Highway 2 through November, including night works south of the new roundabout. During the day, drivers can expect slower traffic as aggregate surfacing is completed over the next two to three weeks.

Between now and Christmas, crews will prepare for the construction of the median and main roundabout islands, which will be built after the holiday break. Work will also continue on Ōmokoroa Road, including a traffic switch to complete the westbound lane.

Early in the new year, final touches such as deep-lift asphalting, landscaping, barriers, signage and lighting will be completed, followed by the final surface and line marking.

The project is nearing completion, and road users are asked to drive carefully through the area and watch for changing traffic conditions as work continues.


Ōmokoroa Road Stage 1 Works

As part of the intersection project, a 420-metre section of Ōmokoroa Road (from the SH2 roundabout to Prole Road) is being upgraded to meet urban standards. Here’s what’s happening:

  • Power lines: Overhead power lines will be moved underground for better safety and reliability.
  • Internet and phone services: Fibre and telecom networks will be upgraded to support future needs.
  • Stormwater: Improving stormwater management in the area.
  • Road construction: Widening the existing two-lanes to four-lanes, upgrade road layers for longevity, new kerbs and channels, and a roundabout at Industrial and Francis Roads for safer access.
  • Pathways: A shared path for pedestrians and cyclists will be built from Ōmokoroa Road to Industrial Road.
  • Safety features: New centre islands, streetlights, road signs, and markings will be added for improved safety and visibility.

Work starts in April 2025 and continues through to May 2026.

Temporary traffic management will be in place for the duration of the works. Access will remain for residents and businesses and traffic flow in both directions will be maintained, with a reduced speed limit of 30 km/h to ensure the safety of the community and our team. We don’t expect any delays right now, but with the reduced speed limit in place, it might be a good idea to allow a few extra minutes for your journey.

Industrial Road

The Industrial Road is currently under construction. Once finished, it will open up access to the zoned industrial land, just off Ōmokoroa Road near SH2 (adjacent to 491 Ōmokoroa Road).

To enable construction of the Industrial Road, and as part of the Ōmokoroa Urbanisation Stage 1 project, we have also constructed a temporary industrial pond. The next step for us is to work on the final solution for the industrial pond.

We expect to complete this part of the project by October 2025.

About this project

The State Highway 2 Ōmokoroa Road intersection upgrade will address safety and capacity issues and unlock housing potential in Ōmokoroa.

The upgrade will include:

  • a new interim roundabout at the State Highway 2 Ōmokoroa Road intersection with four-lane tapers and highway improvements
  • four-laning on Ōmokoroa Road from SH2 to Prole Road
  • a new roundabout, servicing the industrial area, at the future Francis Road intersection.
  • the closure and relocation of driveways opposite the state highway intersection onto Youngson Road.

This is a minimum 10-year interim solution to address the immediate needs of the intersection, until funding becomes available to build a full interchange.


Kia ora, welcome to the SH2 / Ōmokoroa Road intersection upgrade project page. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about the project, including latest updates, frequently asked questions, and a timeline of upcoming steps. Check out the information on the right-hand side of this page for all this and more.

SH2 / Ōmokoroa Rd Roundabout Update - 7 October 2025

Ōmokoroa roundabout enters final phase


The Ōmokoroa roundabout is moving into its final position this week, marking a major step forward for the State Highway 2/Ōmokoroa Road intersection upgrade. From Wednesday 8 October, Youngson Road will reopen, allowing traffic towards Tauranga to turn right into Youngson Road and traffic from Youngson Road to turn left towards Katikati.

There will no longer be a right-turn out of Youngson Road, so drivers heading to Tauranga will need to turn left and loop back via the roundabout.

Crews will continue work along State Highway 2 through November, including night works south of the new roundabout. During the day, drivers can expect slower traffic as aggregate surfacing is completed over the next two to three weeks.

Between now and Christmas, crews will prepare for the construction of the median and main roundabout islands, which will be built after the holiday break. Work will also continue on Ōmokoroa Road, including a traffic switch to complete the westbound lane.

Early in the new year, final touches such as deep-lift asphalting, landscaping, barriers, signage and lighting will be completed, followed by the final surface and line marking.

The project is nearing completion, and road users are asked to drive carefully through the area and watch for changing traffic conditions as work continues.


Ōmokoroa Road Stage 1 Works

As part of the intersection project, a 420-metre section of Ōmokoroa Road (from the SH2 roundabout to Prole Road) is being upgraded to meet urban standards. Here’s what’s happening:

  • Power lines: Overhead power lines will be moved underground for better safety and reliability.
  • Internet and phone services: Fibre and telecom networks will be upgraded to support future needs.
  • Stormwater: Improving stormwater management in the area.
  • Road construction: Widening the existing two-lanes to four-lanes, upgrade road layers for longevity, new kerbs and channels, and a roundabout at Industrial and Francis Roads for safer access.
  • Pathways: A shared path for pedestrians and cyclists will be built from Ōmokoroa Road to Industrial Road.
  • Safety features: New centre islands, streetlights, road signs, and markings will be added for improved safety and visibility.

Work starts in April 2025 and continues through to May 2026.

Temporary traffic management will be in place for the duration of the works. Access will remain for residents and businesses and traffic flow in both directions will be maintained, with a reduced speed limit of 30 km/h to ensure the safety of the community and our team. We don’t expect any delays right now, but with the reduced speed limit in place, it might be a good idea to allow a few extra minutes for your journey.

Industrial Road

The Industrial Road is currently under construction. Once finished, it will open up access to the zoned industrial land, just off Ōmokoroa Road near SH2 (adjacent to 491 Ōmokoroa Road).

To enable construction of the Industrial Road, and as part of the Ōmokoroa Urbanisation Stage 1 project, we have also constructed a temporary industrial pond. The next step for us is to work on the final solution for the industrial pond.

We expect to complete this part of the project by October 2025.

About this project

The State Highway 2 Ōmokoroa Road intersection upgrade will address safety and capacity issues and unlock housing potential in Ōmokoroa.

The upgrade will include:

  • a new interim roundabout at the State Highway 2 Ōmokoroa Road intersection with four-lane tapers and highway improvements
  • four-laning on Ōmokoroa Road from SH2 to Prole Road
  • a new roundabout, servicing the industrial area, at the future Francis Road intersection.
  • the closure and relocation of driveways opposite the state highway intersection onto Youngson Road.

This is a minimum 10-year interim solution to address the immediate needs of the intersection, until funding becomes available to build a full interchange.