This project will:
Make it easier for buses, drivers and people on bikes to navigate the intersection.
Helps school children cross safely.
Improve access for older people and people with disabilities.
Project summary
What we’re doing
Following feedback from the community, work to install traffic signals and update the layout of the Comries and Hukanui Road intersection will begin on 5 January 2026 and be completed end of March 2026.
Why we’re doing it
The new intersection will make it easier for buses, drivers and people on bikes to navigate the intersection, help school children cross safely, and improve access for older people and people with disabilities.
Project features
The proposed upgrade includes:
- two lanes for traffic on Hukanui Road, with one lane for turning and the other for straight ahead movements
- wider shared paths around the intersection making it easier for children on bikes and people in mobility scooters to get around the intersection
- pedestrian crossing points on all the arms from the intersection so people can cross where they want to
- pavement reconstruction to improve durability and safety.
View the full proposed plan here
When will construction start?
Works are expected to begin 5 January 2026 and be completed end of March 2026 (weather dependent).
How long will the intersection be closed?
There will be initial road closures for three weeks while we complete necessary work to change the layout of the intersection.
Traffic management will be in place to detour people through the area while the road is closed. Our crews will maintain resident access to properties and make sure the work areas are managed for everyone’s safety.
After the three-week closure, we’ll be able to open the road again with shoulder closures and lane deviations while we work on the intersection. There may be stop/go signs during parts of the project, but we will help to direct you through.
Why a signalised crossing and not a roundabout?
A roundabout was considered for this intersection, but it’s not the right fit. It wouldn’t work well for people walking, biking, or using buses, and there’s not enough space to build one without removing protected trees nearby. A signalised intersection is a better option because it improves safety, supports public transport, and makes it easier for everyone to get around.
How much will this cost?
The budget allocated to this project is about $2 million. This project is funded by Hamilton City Council as part of the minor transport improvements programme, to improve the safety and accessibility of highlighted transport areas across the city.
Is the intersection raised?
No, it is not raised. The preferred design is a signalised intersection built at ground level (also called “at-grade”). This means the road stays at its current height, without any raised platforms or ramps.
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Last updated 9 December 2025