Manawatu Gorge
Around the motu: Jimmy Ellingham in Manawatu
In Palmerston North, the dilapidated and crumbling former central post office in the city centre has been sold and will be turned into a hotel. It's been a long time coming. RNZ's Manawatu Reporter… Audio
Noise, struggles in wait for new Manawatu road
Two years after the closure of the Manawatu Gorge Road, residents in towns on both sides of the ranges say their quality of life and the local economy are suffering. It will be at least another six… Video, Audio
New Manawatu Gorge route will force six farmers off land
Nearly a year after the Manawatu Gorge was closed the Transport Agency has finally settled on an alternative route connecting Palmerston North to the east coast. Video, Audio
Manawatu Gorge new route choice delayed
A decision on a new route to replace the landslide-prone Manawatu Gorge road has been delayed. The Transport Agency had hoped to have a final version ready by the end of this year, but now says more… Audio
Decision on Manawatu Gorge road replacement delayed
The Transport Agency has delayed its final decision on a replacement for the landslide-prone Manawatu Gorge road.
Gorge replacement timeframe too long - mayors
Local mayors are unhappy with the time it will take to replace the Manawatu Gorge road. Audio
Too long for gorge alternatives
Tararua District Mayor Tracey Collis tells Kathryn Ryan six or seven years to improve a major road link through her district is way too long and will further harm businesses there. NZTA has unveiled… Audio
Manawatu Gorge's new road to take 5 years
The options for a new road through the slip-prone Manawatu Gorge have been narrowed down from 14 to four. NZTA regional highway manager Ross l'Anson says five years is a long time for the new road to… Audio
Palmerston North locals evaluate Manawatu Gorge options
Palmerston North residents have been casting a critical eye over the four shortlisted roads to replace the Manawatu Gorge road. Each of the proposed alternative routes will take at least five years to… Audio
Locals at crossroads on Manawatu Gorge resolution
Four roads have been shortlisted to replace the Manawatu Gorge road but its still unclear which of the options is the favourite for local residents. Each of the proposed alternative routes will take… Audio
National latest political party to announce Manawatu Gorge plan
As the election draws nearer, politicians are sensing the potential to win votes with policies aimed at the critically-damaged Manawatu Gorge road. Palmerston North Mayor Grant Smith and Robin Winter… Audio
Govt needs to 'get on' with Manawatu Gorge alternative
As the costs for trucking companies mount from the closure of the Manawatu Gorge, they want to see the government get on with a new permanent route. Jemma Brackebush reports. Audio
Gorge closure: 'We can't sustain the losses'
Calls are growing for an economic assistance package for businesses affected by the massive slip which has closed the Manawatu Gorge on State Highway 3.
Businesses plea for help following gorge closure
Calls are growing for an economic assistance package for businesses affected by the massive slip which has closed the Manawatu Gorge on State Highway 3. Audio
Manawatu gorge closure: Businesses left in limbo
Businesses in Woodville will have to wait until Christmas before they know whether a permanent alternative to the Manawatu Gorge road will go through, or bypass the town.
Woodville desperate for more visitors
Businesses in Woodville will have to wait until Christmas before they know whether a permanent alternative to the Manawatu Gorge road will go through, or bypass the town. Video, Audio
Mayor says NZTA working as fast as possible on Manawatu Gorge
Angry locals either side of the closed Manawatu Gorge packed out public meetings on Wednesday night to demand a permanent solution. The Tararua district mayor, Tracey Collis, was at one of the… Audio
Residents demand answers over months-long gorge closure
Hundreds of angry people packed out two public meetings last night to demand a solution to the woes caused by the Manawatu Gorge Road closure.
Locals fill town halls to demand Manawatu Gorge solution
Angry locals filled town halls on both sides of the blocked Manawatu Gorge on Wednesday night, calling for the New Zealand Transport Agency to find a solution. Audio
Woodville businesses struggling amid gorge closure
Business owners in the small Tararua town of Woodville are facing the prospect of closing their doors because of the fall in traffic caused by the closure of the Manawatu Gorge Road. Video, Audio