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flag A major intersection in Lower Hutt closes March 2, 2026, for a nine-month upgrade as part of a $1.5 billion project to improve transportation and flood protection.

flag A major intersection in Lower Hutt, Queens Drive and High Street, will close for nine months starting 2 March 2026 as part of the $1.5 billion Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi project, formerly RiverLink. flag The closure allows replacement of a roundabout with a traffic-light-controlled intersection, relocation of utilities, and upgrades to drainage, pedestrian infrastructure, and flood protection. flag Officials say the full closure reduces long-term disruption compared to phased work. flag The project, expected to be completed around 2031, includes road, rail, and cycleway improvements, urban renewal, and river restoration. flag While some residents report tripled commute times and gridlock, officials emphasize long-term benefits and efforts to minimize impact through traffic management and public transport adjustments.

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