YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED TRAVELLING ALONG STATE HIGHWAY 1 We take down the questions you ask us at information events and our helpline so other people can hear the answers too. This week our topic is travelling on SH1. If you have a question or want to see other answers, visit www.nzta.govt. nz/projects/kaikoura-earthquake-response/frequently-asked-questions/ Q: Why do I have to wait at a stop/go when it looks like there's no cars coming? There are many reasons we set up stop/go controls at work sites although they may not always be obvious to drivers. It could be that we're moving large construction vehicles within the work site, using a helicopter or that crew are working on a rock face. We know it can be frustrating when you can't see what's happening but we try to keep stoppages to a minimum. Q: Are you planning to close State Highway1 again? There are no planned closures at the moment as our work can currently be safely progressed while the road is open. Closure dates are publicised as soon as they are confirmed to give as much notice as possible to drivers and the community. We also post information international visitors. Summer is also the season when we get the best results from maintenance and repairs because the weather is warmer and the air temperature is drier, so the seal sticks more effectively to the road surface. There also a range of work that NCTIR will need to complete while the weather is fine Q: Are the trains back during the day? Yes, work trains a during the day so you must slow down as you're approaching a level crossing and be prepared to stop. Trains can come at any time, from either direction. about planned closures here: www.nzta.govt. nd high rail vehicles are running nz/projects/kaikoura-earthquake-response/ planned-closur Sometimes the road needs to close unexpectedly such as in adverse weather or following a crash. Q: What is that ute with the flashing light that leads cars through some stop/go locations? Pilot vehicles are used to keep traftic moving Visit www.nzta.govt.nz/p2c to stay up-to-date at a safe and appropriate speed through the site. They're used at locations where additional with real-time travel information support is needed such as if crew are working Q: Will the roads be busier over summer? close to the road and excessive speed a safety risk Freight trains will also start running every day from 7 October. You may have become complacent around the tracks and level crossing since the earthquake, but please take extra care to ensure you and your family stay safe could pose Yes. Traffic volumes increase over summer as people head off on holidays and we have more NZTRANSPORT NewZealandGovernment KiwiRail North Canterbury Transport Infrastructure Recovery