Motorists on State Highway 2 can expect slight delays this week with preparations underway for the IronMaori half ironman competition next weekend.
The New Zealand Transport Agency advises that there will be a temporary speed limit and a lane closure in place at Pandora Rd in Westshore, north of Napier from 1.30pm Thursday.
NZTA Hawke's Bay journey manager said a full road closure would be in place from 4am to 5pm on Saturday.
"Of note for next weekend is the Annual IronMaori Half at Pandora Pond- this will see the closure of Meeanee Quay on Saturday 2nd December 2017 between 4am and 5pm.
"Access from and to the Hawke's Bay Airport and Westshore will be by way of Prebensen Drive and the expressway.