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Goal

To provide a safe, convenient and reliable system of roads for the transport of goods and people within the district as a council initiative and in partnership with Transfund New Zealand.

Nature and Scope

NETWORK DETAILS	URBAN	RURAL
SEALED	107.6KM	230.1KM
UNSEALED	18.0KM	257.4KM
TOTAL	613.1KM

219 Bridges  (3480m):

• 115 Single Lane (2624m)
• 1 Restricted (Speed only) (91m)
• 52 Timber Structures (955m)

There is a total length of 613 kilometres of road within the district of which 334 kilometres or 54.6% is developed to an acceptable standard. In addition, Transit New Zealand manages 106 kilometres of highway within the district.

Key Issues

The upgrade of road systems to accommodate expected new developments in the coal mining industry. This involves primarily the Stillwater-Ikamatua Road. Finding the most appropriate transport solution for such coal to Port of Greymouth is the subject of a current investigation and both road and rail are considered. Any final solution will depend on longer term security of coal exports through the Port.

• Appropriate, dedicated maintenance and renewal to ensure maximum longevity of roads.
• Elimination of accident black spots.
• Maximum use of Transfund subsidies.
• A pro-active approach to future development.
• A continuing strong emphasis on road safety, including the adoption of a road safety strategy which will incorporate safety management systems and management plans that will be reviewed and updated annually.
• Dedicated, responsible bridge maintenance and renewal.
• Retention of public ownership of the Road corridor.