September will bring another big month of progress on Penlink, with crews working across SH1, Stillwater, and Whangaparāoa.

On State Highway 1, earthworks will keep shaping the new off-ramp on the western side.

Over on Ara Weiti Road, crews will test pavement layers and continue bridge foundations and drainage.

In Stillwater, pavement construction kicks off along with new safety barriers and slope stabilisation.

From mid-September, the traffic light-controlled single lane will be extended as vehicles are shifted onto the old Duck Creek Road route and new overbridge.

Duck Creek Road overbridge which will be excavated underneath to form the new highway. Photo Supplied

River users will also notice a temporary pedestrian bridge at the Wēiti River, while work continues on piers with the help of one of the largest tower cranes in New Zealand.

The crane can be seen towering over the permanent bridge works. Photo Supplied

Closer to home for many Coasties, September brings earthworks near Cedar Terrace on Whangaparāoa Road, as well as drainage upgrades and bank stabilisation.

A temporary footpath will also go in near the future Beverley Road intersection as the slip lane is realigned.

Render looking towards Whangaparaoa of the future Duck Creel Road connection. Image Supplied.

The East Coast Road overbridge remains on hold while the ground settles.

NZTA says pre-loading is under way to create a firm base before the deck is built.

Watch the latest flyover video here.

The tolled road is set to open in 2028, with charges of $3 at peak and $2 off-peak for cars.

A shared path for walkers and cyclists will run the full length of the route, linking into future networks.

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