Kia Ora Lower Hutt – here’s a rundown of road works/lane closures to look out for around our city from May 29-June 5:

Marsden Street: contraflow traffic management in place between Railway Avenue and Bridge Street and reduced parking in this area.

Queens Drive roundabout (south end of the city): between 9am and 4pm, the left lane of the roundabout may be closed between Ewen Bridge and High Street roundabout when work is underway in the area at Govind Bhula Park.

Queens Drive / High Street roundabout (near McDonald’s): closed until December 2026 as part of SH2 Melling Transport Improvements.

Rutherford Street (between Daly Street and Melling Link Bridge): traffic management will be in place to accommodate work happening within the cycle lane. Contractor personnel will direct cyclists and pedestrians as necessary.

Melling Link Bridge: slip lane onto Rutherford Street is open with traffic management in place. Access to the commercial site by Repco is open as usual.

Connolly Street: closed to vehicles travelling north. Please follow detours, noting that traffic may be heavy at peak times. Speed restrictions in place and some reduced parking for southbound traffic.

With the long weekend upon us, don’t get caught out! If you’re out and about in the city centre during peak periods, remember to factor in extra time for your journey. Please follow all directional signage and consider navigation apps when planning the best route on the day.

Metlink continues to encourage commuters to catch a bus or take the train. It reduces pressure on the road network, lowers emissions, and can be a quicker journey. Use the journey planner on the Metlink app, and find your fare at Metlink.org.nz.

Source: Te Awa Kairangi – Delivering RiverLink

29/05/26