Rimutuka Hill and SH1 around Desert Road

UPDATE ON ROAD CONDITIONS (9.52 AM)

The Rimutuka Hill
Now open however cars are only being allowed across in escorted conveys one direction at a time. Traffic is being taken across from one side in convoy and then a return convoy will depart. Motorists should therefore continue to defer unecessary travel across the hill or expect large delays.

SH1/SH40 - Taihape/Desert Road/Ohakune
Snow is falling in these areas. The roads are still open however are marginal and may be closed in the near future. This is currently being assessed