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Sandspit Parking Fee Increases RemovedSandspit parking fees are to revert to their pre-July 1 levels on the instruction of Mayor Penny Webster

Subsidence At Duck Creek RoadA subsidence on Duck Creek Road in Stillwater that emerged late last week is not an immediate danger to motorists, says Rodney District Council transport group manager Barry George.

Labour’s Opposition To The Puhoi-Wellsford Highway Upgrade Neglects The People Of The NorthRodney Mayor Penny Webster is disappointed by the Labour Opposition’s continued lack of support for the proposed upgrade of Puhoi-Wellsford highway north of Auckland.

School Gateways For Riverhead PrimaryRodney District Council is introducing school gateway treatments outside Riverhead Primary School to help improve the safety of children.

Motorway Access Demanded By Communities And CouncilThe NZ Transport Agency has been left in no doubt about the need for access to and from the proposed Puhoi to Wellsford motorway for the Waiwera, Puhoi and Mahurangi West communities and tourism zone

Mayor Unhappy About More Warkworth DelaysRodney Mayor Penny Webster says she is extremely angry to learn of “yet another” delay in the completion of the roading upgrade at Warkworth.

Puhoi Motorway Access NeededMayor Penny Webster has weighed in strongly in support of Puhoi’s wish to have connectivity with the proposed Puhoi to Wellsford motorway extension.

TravelWise Design A Badge CompetitionHigh school students are invited to design a badge promoting sustainable transport. The winning concepts will be used in a sustainable transport promotion. Entries close Wednesday 21 April at 5pm.

Mayor Says Action Needed Following Another DeathRodney Mayor Penny Webster has reiterated her calls for the immediate upgrade of the Puhoi to Wellsford highway, following yet another death on the road and more heavy congestion during the Easter break.

NZTA Says Care On Roads Needed With End Of Daylight SavingThe NZ Transport Agency is advising motorists to take extra care when they return home after their Easter break because of the end of daylight saving during the long weekend.

Back To School Road Safety Colouring CompetitionRodney District Council, Times FM and the New Zealand Police are running a back to school colouring competition for 5 to 11-year-olds promoting road safety and there are some great prizes up for grabs!

Local Mayor Welcomes Highway Announcement“A victory for logic and common sense.” That’s how Rodney’s mayor Penny Webster describes the Government’s confirmation yesterday of a $1.4 billion upgrade of State Highway 1 from Puhoi to Warkworth.

Motorists Urged to Take Care During Anniversary WeekendRodney District Council and Rodney Police are advising motorists to take care while on the roads during Anniversary weekend.

Mayor Calls for End to SH1 ChaosRodney District Mayor Penny Webster is urging the NZ Transport Agency to prioritise the planned bypass of State Highway 1 west of Warkworth, following further congestion as a result of the holiday period.

Share The Road This SummerTransport agencies and cycling and motorist groups are teaming up to promote safer road use as part of a "Share The Road" campaign this summer. Complete the online survey and go into the draw to win an iPod Nano!

Rodney Marks World Remembrance DayRodney residents will be joining with millions of other people across the globe on Sunday 15 November to pay their respects to the victims of road traffic accidents.

“School Gateways” ExplainedRodney District Council has introduced ‘School Gateway Treatments’ outside a number of schools in the District.

Rodney Mayor Says ARC Chair Out Of Touch With Transport NeedsRodney Mayor Penny Webster says comments by ARC Chairman Mike Lee that Auckland needs electric trains not a "holiday highway" show that he is grossly out of touch with the region's transport priorities.

Safer Journeys Discussion Document To Help Inform The 2020 Road Safety StrategyThe government is currently seeking public feedback on the safer journeys discussion document that outlines key road safety issues, and proposed actions for addressing road safety.

Queen Street Gets A MakeoverWork on the first stage the Warkworth Town Centre Upgrade is almost complete.

Mayor Pleased Puhoi North IncludedMayor Webster has welcomed the retention of the Puhoi to Wellsford section of State Highway 1 as a project of national significance.

Announcement Sends Rodney ReelingRodney District is reeling after today’s announcement by the government that the district’s showcase roading project, Penlink, is unlikely to receive government funding in the current financial year.

Road Safely Campaign Winner AnnouncedMr Brook Gyde has won a defensive driving course after his name was drawn from a pool of individuals who correctly identified pictures of four bends in Rodney District.

Good News For Boulevard BusinessConstruction of the new Orewa Boulevard is ahead of schedule, with the end of June the new target date to reopen all intersections and the reinstatement of kerbside parking between Tamariki and Moana Avenues.

Campaign Launched to Improve Safety on BendsRodney District Council will be running a competition over the next few weeks to encourage residents to identify pictures of bends in Rodney District which have the highest rate of crashes as part of a road safety campaign.

Motorcyclists Urged to “Be Safe, Be Seen”Rodney District Council, the Police and local motorcycle retailers are now working together on a new campaign to increase the visibility of motorcyclists on our roads, and reduce the number of crashes involving motorcyclists.

Public to have say on Pay & DisplayProvision for Pay & Display parking in Rodney comes under public scrutiny tomorrow when the proposal goes out for community consultation. Submissions must be received by the council no later than 4.00pm Monday 18 May 2009.

Update on Orewa BoulevardWell it’s begun, the most daunting phase of the massive upgrade of the Hibiscus Coast Highway and its transformation into a pedestrian-friendly Orewa Boulevard.

Mayor Delighted with Minister's Roading AnnoucementRodney District Council’s mayor, Penny Webster, says she is absolutely delighted that the Minister of Transport, Steven Joyce, has listened to concerns and has recognised the importance of the road North of Puhoi.

Pay and Display in Orewa and WarkworthCouncil officers are currently investigating the feasibility of pay and display parking in some Rodney central business districts.

Road Closure PostponedThe road closure on the Hibiscus Coast Highway, between Moenui Avenue and Florence Ave will not be taking place from the 8th March as advertised.

“Speed Kills Kids” Campaign LaunchedA road safety campaign starts as children return to school after the long Christmas Break called “Speed Kills Kids” which reminds motorists to take special care on the roads around Rodney schools.

School Zones Introduced at Orewa CollegeRiverside Road is undergoing a number of safety improvements identified in the Orewa College Travel Plan.

Snells Beach now a Safer Zone for ChildrenImprovements to road design in Snells Beach will make the town safer for children to walk and cycle to school.

2008 Rodney Road Toll Lowest in 27 YearsFatalities on Rodney roads during 2008 were the lowest on record since 1981.

Re- Cycle: Changes to State Highway StatusWith the opening of the new motorway extension there has been a change in status which affects cyclists.

Campaign Launched to Improve Safety on BendsImproving driver safety on bends is the focus of a new road safety campaign in Rodney District.