Part of State Highway 2 closed after major slip

  • 03/12/2023
Part of State Highway 2 closed after major slip
Photo credit: Supplied

Motorists on the east coast of the North Island could face disruptions after parts of a major state highway was shut due to rockfall.  

Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency said State Highway 2 between Putorino and Kotemaori is closed because of a slip.  

"Please avoid this area or delay your journey if possible." 

A photo provided to Newshub shows the slip covering the entire highway with huge rocks.