Update - 22 April 2026 at 6pm:
SH3 between Mōkau and Piopio will remain CLOSED until at least Saturday 2 May. 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. Please drive with caution.
As at 11.30am on 23 April, a few local roads remain closed while our roading crews work to clear slips and debris.
Kerbside collection for Awakino/Mōkau will not be available while SH3 remains closed. For residents wishing to dispose of their rubbish and recycling, Awakino Transfer Station will be open from 10am Friday 24 April 2026 to 5pm on Monday 27 April 2026 (ANZAC Day Public Holiday)
Please note all other transfer stations in Waitomo District will be closed for the Monday public holiday.
Kerbside collection for Awakino/Mōkau will not be available while SH3 remains closed.
For residents wishing to dispose of their rubbish and recycling, Awakino Transfer Station will be open from 10am Friday 24 April 2026 to 5pm on Monday 27 April 2026 (ANZAC Day Public Holiday)
Please note all other transfer stations in Waitomo District will be closed for the Monday public holiday.
