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SH3 remains closed

Update - 21 April 2026 at 3pm:

SH3 between Mōkau and Piopio will remain CLOSED until further notice due to significant damage caused by heavy rainfall this weekend. There are multiple large slips in the area, and crews are working hard to keep road users safe and clear the road as quickly as possible. It is expected the road will be closed for several days. SH43 between Whangamomona and Taumarunui is now OPEN with speed restrictions in place. Please drive with caution.

Highway conditions

Waitomo District Roading Updates

As at 3pm on 21 April, a few local roads remain closed while our roading crews work to clear slips and debris.

Visit our road network updates page for more info