Intercity commuters and other regular users of the SH50 expressway between Napier and Hastings are being advised to consider taking an alternative route, particularly at peak times as delays will be inevitable because of major roadworks.
Work on installing a temporary roundabout at the intersection of the expressway with Links Rd and Pakowhai Rd began at the weekend and traffic will be diverted along the Old Links Rd from later this week.
The new layout will be similar to the temporary roundabout which was installed as part of the Watchman Rd/expressway upgrade.
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"The removal of the existing traffic lights coupled with the volume of traffic on the expressway will mean that pulling out onto the temporary roundabout from Pakowhai and Links roads during construction will be more difficult and could involve delays," New Zealand Transport Agency Hawke's Bay Journey Manager Oliver Postings said.