Supporters

Rosy Fenwicke

Without. a better road between Wellington and the Wairarapa the whole province risked being bypassed and economic development stalled. . . .
Rosy Fenwicke
Writer

Amie Hinron

My partner travels everyday over the hill for work. I always worry about an accident happening especially when it’s raining. . . .
Amie Hinron
Waitress

Barb Milina

This has been discussed for years with nothing having happened. Good to see some action, there's a huge need for better access into the Wairarapa. . . .
Barb Milina

Blair Rooney

Yes please. Ill pay $20 each way. . . .
Blair Rooney
Director, Enable Digital

Paul Rhynd

I drive this road daily as a log truck driver and it certainly is not feasible for any growth in traffic . . .
Paul Rhynd
Truck Driver

I support the investment in safer, more economical roads and to have more thought put into the potential event of another natural disaster and the impacts it will have on said road. I support the investment in the future of the Wairarapa. . . .
Jahmaica Kulsen

Mahesh Perera

This is essential for the Wairarapa economy in these difficult times . . .
Mahesh Perera
Doctor, Wairarapa Hospital

Kerry McGhie

The congestion with trucks between 6/8 am and 4/6 pm and the risk of closures is hi in earthquake. A road in the valley where it is mostly straight would be better . . .
Kerry Mchie

Lawrence Hayward

The upgrade of the Rimutuka Road to a faster and safer connection between the Wairarapa and Wellington is way overdue. Make it a toll road and seek private partners to do whatever is required to fast track the project. . . .
Lawrence Hayward

Andrew Volp

I support an alternate road through the Rimutaka hill to Wellington. The existing road is dangerous and requires constant maintenance because of heavy transport using this road constantly. . . .
Andrew Volp

Wayne Montgomery

Back in 1991 it took 65 mins to travel from Masterton to Upper Hutt, it now takes anywhere from 80 to 85 mins depending on the day. The hill road is no longer fit for purpose, I am of the opinion that the NZ Transport agency has a poor understanding of issues facing comuters re the Hill. . . .
Wayne Montgomery

Amanda Kelly

Absolutely essential to have a safe road through the hill - to be paid off via toll fees - and to allow growth in the Wairarapa region. . . .
Amanda Kelly

Ester Dykhorst

The current road presents numerous challenges- high winds, rock falls, heavy vehicles, single lanes, people taking undue risks etc. an alternative route would be very welcomed . . .
Ester Dykhorst
HR Advisor

Barbara Higgins

Totally agree, Wairarapa and East Coast need a New Highway over the Hills in some form and logging trucks should also be going by rail and no on our major road over the hill. . . .
Barbara Higgins

Alisha de Kinderen

I support that our government thinks about the long-term growth of the Wairarapa district by increasing a viable and safe route that people can use alternatively from the Remutaka Ranges. The current road layout is the only connection between Wairarapa and Wellington. . . .
Alisha de Kinderen

Mike Ross

I fully support the effort to replace the road over the Remutakas for the safety, efficiency, and well-being of our communities. The current route is steep, winding, and hazardous, especially in poor weather, increasing travel time and the risk of accidents. A safer, more direct road would not only make daily commutes easier but also enhance emergency response times, boost local economic activity, and strengthen connections between our towns. Investing in better infrastructure here is a long-overdue step toward a safer and more prosperous future for everyone who relies on this route. . . .
Mike Ross
Director, Holistec Systems

Alexander Ayling

The Wairarapa needs better connection with Wellington. Wellington needs better connection with the rest of New Zealand. The current road is atrocious and not befitting of the capital of such an incredible country. It’s time for a major change. . . .
Alexander Ayling
Filmmaker, YouTuber, Content Creator

Glenn

Having used the current road for over approximately 30yrs I have noticed a high increase in dangerous situations due to the high demand of use. Also it has now become a truck highway (large increase of trucks using the hill) this causes a delay in traveling time. . . .
Glenn
Corrections Officer, Dept of Corrections

Phillippa Harford

I support a new road, We need more resilience and I would be happy to pay a toll to use it . . .
Phillippa Harford

Tom Sellwood

Would love to see a decent safer road to Wellington. It would be fantastic for Wairarapa in terms of increased tourism and economic growth for the region. . . .
Tom Sellwood

Mark Jerling

A new road would greatly improve access to the Wairarapa and help make the Wairarapa a viable alternative to living in Wellington, thereby allowing may Wellingtonians access to more affordable housing. . . .
Mark Jerling
Architectural Designer, Mark Jerling Architectural Design

Kay Gould

Please please build a better road . . .
Kay Gould

Iain McFarland

The hill represents a significant barrier between Wellington and the Wairarapa, and I can only see the easing of that barrier being a good thing for the community. . . .
Iain McFarland

Kirsten Leak

I would like a faster safer route to Wellington. I would visit the city more often if there was a direct faster easier route to drive and would happily pay a toll. . . .
Kirsten Leak

Shruthy Chacko

I support the plan for new road. We find it difficult to travel on time to take flights as road can get blocked easily . . .
Shruthy Chacko
Doctor

Andrew Dench

This would be good for the hole region the current road is a nightmare at the best off times. Also I believe it will bring more traffic though the Wairarapa. A flat straight road would be safer and coast less in the long run . . .
Andrew Dench

Pat Frankenberg

Love to see this happen would make more trips to Hutt and wellington . . .
Pat Frankenberg

G&T Crosland

Desperately needed. Toll highly appropriate. Foreign and commercial investment will incentivise success. . . .
G&T Crosland
BnB Host

Liz West

An alternative road would allow a safer and quicker route for locals and tourists alike. The number of heavy trucks using the hill now can increase traveling time by 30 minutes. Many of my family and friends are reluctant to drive over due to their belief that it is a daunting trip! The WaIrarapa businesses offer so much to those who do visit and anything that supports their growth must benefit the wider community. . . .
Liz West

John Cavill

A decent road is required on many levels from Safety, travel/transport cost reduction, lower emissions and allowing economic growth on both sides of the hill. It also provide another exit route out of Wellington in the event of natural disasters. . . .
John Cavill

Valerie Coulson

Travelling over the Remutaka Hill since a child (on the back of a truck) and then owning a property in Carterton which required many trips regardless of the weather has always vaguely frightened me. We undoubtably need a straighter road. I hope you succeed with this plan. . . .
Valerie Coulson
Retired

Hayden Robinson

I'd happily pay $6 each way for a faster, straighter and safe route through to the Wairarapa. . . .
Hayden Robinson

Khan Murray

I’ve travelled this hill for work over the past 24 years. It’s tiresome and time consuming. I’ve always dreamt about having a road straight up the gully from Kaitoke to Featherston, with a tunnel through the middle part (which is pretty small) I’d love to see this happen!" . . .
Khan Murray

Randall Cobb

The safety of our Wairarapa communities and the economic resilience of the Wairarapa require a second road over the Remutaka Hill. If, in the event of a middle or long term closure of the hill road, we were required to access Wellington only by way of Palmerston North our region would suffer dramatically. . . .
Randall Cobb

Lesley Fisk

As a person who lives on SH2 at the foothill of the Remutaka Hill and sees first hand the amount of road closures/disruptions happening because of accidents and maintenance I agree the Remutaka Road needs to be included in the Government’s list of Roads of National Significance and that a study is undertaken towards a new alternate route. . . .
Lesley Fisk

Greg McMillan-Perry

A new road that would better cater for large trucks. Ridiculous that there are parts of the current Remutaka hill road that 2 large vehicles can not pass each other. Also the near misses on corners when trucks cross the centre line. We also need a second road in case of emergency. Sick and tired of being held to a curfew when major works need to be done. . . .
Greg McMillan-Perry
Teacher, Hut International Boys' School

Ange Kalogeropoulos

I absolutely support an alternative Remutaka Road - we’ve lived here for nearly 20 years and I’ve been noticing so much more frequent rock fall and slips over the last few years. I’ve been saying to my whānau that there’ll be a catastrophic slip up before long. and in the event this does happen, we would be completely cut off from Wellington for many months. . . .
Ange Kalogeropoulos
Choir Manager, Choirs Aotearoa

Priscilla Foothead

For the Wairarapa to progress, expand and connect with businesses, family and friends to make it more inviting and viable financially we need to be be accessible to other region's which a new road would achieve . . .
Priscilla Foothead

Max Bradford

I support an alternative route to the present SH2 . . .
Hon Max Bradford

Kirk Bird

I drive over the hill 2 to 3 times a week. It would be great to have better access between the Wairarapa and Wellington. It would help with the Wairarapas growth as well. . . .
Kirk Bird
Sales Manager, Lower Hutt Powertool Centre

Graham Smith

It's about time. NZ's roading is in many places sub-par and this is one of them. Can't happen soon enough for me. . . .
Graham Smith

Nigel Webster

The road over the remutakas is so dangerous now especially with all the big trucks using it . Iv come around corners to see a truck on my side of the road . . .
Nigel Webster
Supervising Inspector

Rob Thomson

More and more people are moving to the Wairarapa, who travel to wellington. Time for a modern transit connection! . . .
Rob Thompson

Karl Lucas

Make it easier for us to shift oversize loads between the Wairarapa and Wellington areas . . .
Karl Lucas
Load Pilot, Hawkes Bay Heavy Haulage

Kirsty

The Remutaka Hill is not only dangerous, but quite often closed. Either because of weather or constant road works. It's not good enough that the only other option we have is a 3-4 hour trip. The Remutaka Hill is not sustainable and there needs to be another way . . .
Kirsty
Customs Officer

Remutaka Road Action Group

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