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SH29/Kaimai Range Reopened - Bay Of Plenty

Friday, 4 April 2025, 1:45 pm
Press Release: New Zealand Police

State Highway 29 over the Kaimai Range has now reopened after the earlier truck breakdown.

We thank motorists for their patience.

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