Roading
Temporary road closures
All roads are currently open, 18 April 2025
If you’re driving through the Kaimai Ranges, please take care. It’s still windy and there could be debris on the road. Streams in the hills are rising from the rain, so there might be some surface flooding today. Our team is out this morning checking areas that are more likely to be affected.
Powerco is responding to downed power lines in our area and may need to close some roads while repairs are being made. Traffic management will be in place to keep everyone safe.
For the latest severe weather updates in our district visit mpdc.nz/cyclonetam.
Studholme Street, Morrinsville, 28 April - 6 June 2025
Our contractors Odlum Group will be working to complete the next stage of the Studholme Street Watermain Upgrade, between Coronation Road and Anderson Street. This work is similar to the previous stage completed in August 2024, and will involve a road closure to carry out the work safely. There will be a full road closure on Studholme Street between Coronation road and Anderson street for 6 - 8 weeks.
Key dates and times
- Minor works begin: Monday, 14 April 2025
- Road closure starts: Monday, 28 April 2025
- Expected to reopen: Around Friday, 6 June 2025
- Work hours: 6.30am – 6.30pm, Monday to Friday (No weekend or night work planned at this stage)
What to expect
There will be construction equipment on the road and our contractors will guide vehicles and pedestrians safely through the area. The footpath on the western side of Studholme St will be closed – please use the footpath on the opposite side.
Kerbside collections
This won’t be affected – just put your bins out as usual and our team will make sure they’re collected.
Water shutdowns
As part of the upgrade, there will be temporary water shutdowns. We’ll provide advance notice to affected households via:
- Letters in your mailbox
- Antenno app notifications
- Our water notices webpage
Access and detours
All residents will still have access to their properties.To reduce congestion at Coronation Rd and Anderson St, please exit via Page Street or Alamein Avenue if possible.
The GULL Gas Station is still open for business, please continue to support them. Access via Page St from Lorne St.
Detour routes will be signposted – please refer to the map below:
Roadworks
Morrinsville-Walton Road, 17 March 2025
Our contractors Graham Civil Contractors will be undertaking a sealed road pavement rehabilitation on Morrinsville-Walton Road. During this time, parts of Morrinsville Walton Road will be closed in stages from Monday 17 March - Wednesday 30 April 2025. Our contractor will use diggers, trucks, rollers, and other machinery for this project.
Detours
Please use an alternate route. Full traffic management and diversions will be in place for the duration of the closure, but access will be provided for residents, pedestrians and emergency services.
Proposed temporary road closure
