The NZ Transport Agency has announced essential maintenance work on State Highways 1 and 18, set to impact traffic on the Hibiscus Coast.

Roadworks will take place at various locations from Sunday, 27 April through Thursday, 1 May.

SH1 Maintenance:

• Oteha Valley Road to Silverdale Interchange: Sunday, 27 April, 9pm–5am.
• Silverdale Interchange to Oteha Valley Road: Monday, 28 April to Thursday, 1 May, 9pm–5am.
• Constellation Drive to Oteha Valley Road: Monday, 28 April, 10pm–5am.

SH18 Maintenance:

• Albany Highway to Paul Matthews Road: Monday, 28 April, 10pm–5am.

Several lane restrictions, closures, and detours are expected, particularly northbound on SH1.

Full closures will occur on the Oteha Valley and Constellation Drive ramps, with signposted detours provided.

Despite the closures, traffic will be allowed to travel southbound.

Drivers are urged to slow down and follow all instructions.

Expect higher-than-usual noise levels due to slip remediation and other maintenance activities, such as road resurfacing and vegetation control.

Local residents and commuters should allow extra time for travel during these periods.

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