Hastings District Council

Omahu Road Corridor upgrade

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Omahu Road is a key link within the Hastings roading network. It forms part of the principal North Western “gateway” to and from Hastings, and is a key part of the southeast – northwest road network. The existing road surface on Omahu Road is uneven and in need of repair.

Additionally, it is anticipated that traffic volumes along the road from proposed developments in the area will change the traffic patterns along Omahu Road. The road has therefore been identified for upgrade by the Hastings District Council.

Key features of the project

Typical Omahu Road roundabout
Artist's impression of Omahu Road roundabout
  • A 4.0 km length of Omahu Road will be reconstructed.
  • The upgrade will extend from the Pakowhai Road/Maraekakaho Road intersection to the intersection with Jarvis Road.
  • Footpaths, cycle ways and parking will be provided on both sides of the road, for the full length of the upgrade.
  • A flush median strip will be provided in the centre of the road, to assist turning traffic.
  • There will be upgrades to intersections including 3 new roundabouts.
  • Hapuka Street Intersection changed to left-turn-in / left-turn-out only

Key benefits of the project

  • A safer more efficient road network for the area.
  • New and improved pedestrian and cycle facilities.
  • Clear delineation between parking, cycle lanes, traffic lanes and turning areas.
  • Regular bus stops to promote the use of public transport.
  • Landscaping to tie in with the planting already established between SH50 and Kirkwood Road .
  • Provide an aesthetically pleasing “Entrance”to Hastings.

Plan of Omahu Road

or view in sections below

Map of Omahu Road Corridor Upgrade
[Click to view larger map]

Other illustrations


Artist's impression of Omahu Road with painted median

Artists impression
Artist's impression of Omahu Road with raised (landscaped) median
(limited areas only - see main plan above)

Typical road cross section
Cross section of Omahu Road

 

Feedback

We are interested to hear your views on this project. You can download a feedback form below, which you can print out and mail to us, or send us an email. Please provide your name, phone number and address details.

We would like to hear whether you support the project proposals or not, with reasons for your view, and the aspects that you are interested in from the list below:

  • Intersections
  • Roundabouts
  • Landscaping
  • Street Lighting
  • Power Lines
  • Footpaths
  • Cycleways
  • Access to properties
  • Signage
  • Other

How can I find out more?

Public Liaison Officer
MWH NZ Ltd (Consultants for Council)
PO Box 1190
HASTINGS
Phone: 06 873 8900
Fax: 06 873 8901
Email: omahuroad@mwhglobal.com

Private Bag 9002, Hastings, New Zealand. Ph +64 06 878 0500 Fax +64 06 878 0555