The New Zealand Transport Agency has identified traffic hotspots to help drivers plan their upcoming Labour Weekend travels.
The maps collate information from previous Labour Weekend journeys on the times where traffic is heaviest.
The maps have identified SH29, Kaimai (west of Tauranga) and SH2, between Paeroa and Tauranga as the heaviest congestion areas for the Bay of Plenty.
Agency journey manager Nigel D'Ath said people should consider avoiding travel during the times of heaviest congestion or at least be forewarned on what to expect.
"Increased traffic volumes, tiredness and driving in unfamiliar environments can make driving over these long weekends more stressful.