October is set to bring fresh changes on the Penlink project as crews move into the main earthworks season.

Locals can expect more trucks shifting soil, bridges taking shape and some temporary road layout changes.

On State Highway 1, night closures are scheduled southbound on 15 and 16 October so the team can install CCTV under the new overbridge.

Ara Weiti Road will also see short stop/go traffic later in the month while drainage is installed.

Ara Weiti Road - Bridge 3 at the future Link Road 1 connection. Photo: Supplied

In Stillwater, work begins beneath the new Duck Creek Road bridge where the future SH19 will pass.

Traffic will be shifted onto permanent sections of road, while the Wēiti River bridge pylons continue to rise.

Retaining wall and temporary diversion road on Duck Creek Road. Photo: Supplied

River users may notice a new pedestrian gangway set up to give workers easier access across the staging.

On the Whangaparāoa side, ground stabilisation and drainage continue.

Preload work at Cedar Terrace is ongoing, while layout changes near Wiriana Place prepare the way for the future Beverley Road intersection.

Locals keen for updates can head to a drop-in event at the Hibiscus Coast RSA on Tuesday 11 November, 4–7pm.

Project staff will be on hand to answer questions and explain what’s coming up.

If you’re travelling through these areas in October, allow a little extra time.

Each step brings us closer to a faster, easier link between the Hibiscus Coast and SH1.

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