Progress on major roundabout project
Work on stage two of a major project to build Cambridge’s largest roundabout will kick-off in less than two weeks.
On Monday 10 February, contractors will start work on a temporary road that will serve as a bypass for traffic while construction of the roundabout is under way.
Waipā District Council transportation manager Bryan Hudson said the temporary road would link Hanlin Road, St Peter’s School and Cambridge Road bypassing where the roundabout would be built.
“While we do expect some delays to traffic while work on the roundabout is under way, we’re hoping that this temporary road will help ease congestion and ensure Cambridge Road, Hanlin Road and St Peter’s School remain easily accessible with minimal disruption.”
Work on the temporary road is expected to take up to two weeks. Hudson said traffic management would be in place during this time and drivers needed to be aware of possible delays when accessing Hanlin Road and St Peter’s School.
Once complete, contractors will begin stage three of the project - the main construction of the roundabout.
“We’re anticipating to start stage three on 24 February and expect it will take around five months to complete the roundabout.”
The project is being jointly funded by Waipā District Council and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency with support from St Peter’s School and Home of Cycling Charitable Trust.
When finished the intersection will include access to St Peter’s School, the Avantidrome and Cambridge Road, a bus stop next to the Avantidrome, a pedestrian refuge on Cambridge Road and shared paths and cycleways.