SH2 bypass great news for Katikati

Mayor Garry Webber says the announcement by the New Zealand Transport Agency that a bypass will be added to the State Highway 2 Waihi to Tauranga programme, is great news for the Western Bay District.

I'm sure the people of Katikati and all motorists who have been experiencing increased congestion on this route will be thrilled with the news. It's the culmination of a lot of hard work by a lot of people and is a potential game changer for this part of our District.

Garry says the implications of the announcement are far reaching and include not only improved commuter times, but benefits in terms of economic development, urban growth planning and enhanced community wellbeing.

The next phase will see Council working with the Transport Agency to develop the route so our communities and all users get maximum benefit from it, he says.

Mayor Garry says the announcement to also bring forward capacity improvements planned for Omokoroa and Te Puna is also welcomed.

The transport system is integrated and it's pleasing to see the Transport Agency taking a network approach to these issues.

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