Source: New Zealand Transport Agency
Interested in what’s happening in Tauriko West? Join us for a community information day to learn about key transport and infrastructure projects shaping the future of your neighbourhood.
Where: Tauriko School, 768 State Highway 29 (SH29) Tauriko, Tauranga
When: Saturday 8 November 2025, between 11am and 2pm
The community information day is a chance to connect directly with the teams behind:
- SH29/SH29A Tauriko West Road of National Significance (RoNS).
- SH29 Tauriko Enabling Works.
- SH29 Ōmanawa Bridge replacement.
- Upcoming maintenance on SH29.
- The evolving Tauriko West community and other local developments.
“We’re looking forward to sharing updates and hearing from the community,” says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) Regional Manager System Design, Susan Collins.
“A lot has changed in Tauriko West over the last 2 years and with construction underway at 3 major sites on SH29, this is a great opportunity to connect and share what’s happening.”
People travelling along SH29 will shortly see the first steps to build the new Ōmanawa Bridge getting underway.
The new bridge, the first phase in the SH29/SH29A Tauriko West RoNS project, will be built alongside the existing one, on an alignment that fits with the future design for Tauriko West.
“The team is now making a start on preparing the site, with trees clear and work about to start on access roads. By November main construction will be underway,” says Ms Collins.
NZTA has recently awarded the contract to protect the route and seek consents for the SH29 Tauriko West (RoNS) and upgrades to SH29A – important steps in supporting growth, improving safety and building a more resilient roading network.
“The future new SH29 will feature 4 lanes between the Redwood Lane Interchange and Takitimu North Link Interchange, widening SH29A to 4 lanes between the Takitimu Drive Toll Road roundabout and Barkes Corner Interchange.
“The designation and consenting work is being supported by BBO, including identifying the land required, technical and environmental assessments, relocating utilities and working with landowners,” says Ms Collins.
Whether you’re a resident, business owner, or simply interested in the future of Tauriko West, we’d love to see you there.
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