Due to the impacts of extensive rainfall in our region this week, vehicle access to Mahurangi Regional Park is now closed until further notice.
Since early Wednesday morning, around 40-60mm of rain fell in the far west and south of the Auckland region, with 80-120mm around central and eastern parts.
This heavy rain has caused a slip underneath Mahurangi West Road and has compromised its safety and stability. It remains closed while Auckland Transport (AT) assesses the damage, with single lane access available for residents only.
Auckland Council Regional Parks Manager Scott De Silva says it’s important for people to stay away from the slip to allow the repair work to be completed as efficiently as possible.
“Mahurangi West Road provides the main access to the regional park and so it does mean that Mahurangi Regional Park is closed to vehicles. We’ve seen some impacts across the region due to the weather so make sure you check the council’s website for updates on regional parks before you leave home,” says Scott.
“We’re contacting all our customers who had planned to stay at any of the three campsites located within Mahurangi Regional Park in the week ahead, and we are offering alternative booking dates or refunds.”
Signage will be in place to advise motorists of this closure at the Mahurangi West Road turnoff, on Pōhuehue Road near Puhoi.
Assessments are underway and AT will be providing updates as more information is known and a plan is established.