Here is link to the latest NZTA/Waka Kotahi newsletter about the Northland Corridor.
Alternative to Brynderwyns
Meetings with affected owners now completed. NZTA in the final stages of refining the preferred route. Expect to provide confirmation of impact for landowners by mid-March 2026. NZTA on track to lodge the Notice of Requirement and all statutory approvals by mid-2026. This is the priority part of the corridor.
Warkworth to Te Hana
NZTA will be moving into the negotiation stage after the evaluation of proposals is complete at the end of March 2026, with the contract expected to be awarded by end of July 2026. The successful PPP (Public Private Partnership) consortium is expected to start detailed design and early construction works by the end of 2026.
Waipu to Whangarei
For landowners between Waipū and Whangārei in the preferred route, there is another letter on the way in the next 2 weeks with an invitation to book an individual meeting with the project team. These meetings will take place between April – July 2026. Meetings will be held at a local venue in Whangārei, Ruakākā or Waipū or online.
All costs
A reminder that NZTA pays all costs and fees associated with the land acquisition process. So affected owners should get advice now.
