Eastern Busway Construction Update

Pakūranga Road and Rā Hihi intersection

Rā Hihi - flyover above Reeves Road connecting Pakūranga Road with Pakūranga Highway opened to traffic in October 2025. The flyover improved travel times but afternoon peak traffic heading east from Panmure sees noticeable congestion along Pakūranga Road, particularly during afternoon peak travel times.

We've looked at how we can improve the intersection in a way that balances the needs of all users - those in cars, pedestrians, cyclists and bus passengers.

This page outlines the different options considered, our plan of action, and answers to questions you may have.

Our plan of action

Work to add a third lane to the Pakūranga Road/Rā Hihi (Reeves Road) flyover intersection, allowing better traffic flow, will begin in June. It follows detailed technical assessments and engagement with elected members and neighbouring stakeholders to gather feedback. The updated design includes an additional lane between the intersections on Pakūranga Road at Tī Rākau Drive and Rā Hihi (Reeves Road) flyover to support the flow of vehicles travelling towards Howick and a bi-directional cycle lane on the southern side of the road.

An intersection design with three straight-through lanes and no curve was also investigated as an option. This option had comparable traffic throughput benefits; however, would have a higher cost due to its complexity with limited road space and extensive underground utilities. 

Approval from Auckland Council would be needed before further work on this option is undertaken. 

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