Improving reliability and drainage on Glenvar Road, Torbay

About the Project

We’re upgrading a section of Glenvar Road, between Glenvar Ridge Road and Captain Close to make it stronger, safer and ready for future growth in Torbay as part of our Summer Road Reno regular road renewals programme.

• Glenvar Road hasn’t had a full upgrade since 1970. Over 5,000 vehicles use it daily. This upgrade is more than just a new road surface – it’s an investment in the future of Torbay.
• Our work will make the road stronger, safer, and better prepared for bad weather.
• This 7-week upgrade will be done in two phases. We’ll be improving stormwater drainage, rebuilding the road foundation, and resurfacing the road.
• We need to close westbound traffic and use a one-way detour 24/7 while work is underway. Eastbound traffic from Glenvar Ridge Road will continue as normal until the last 2 weeks when both directions will be closed and detours in place.

What you need to know

The work we’ll be doing and traffic management & detours

• We’ll be doing work in stages for approximately 7 weeks. We’ll be working from 7am – 11pm to deliver this project as quickly as possible. Work between 7pm - 11pm will be minor and we apologise for the inconvenience. We know construction, particularly at night – can be disruptive. We’ll try to keep noise levels down.
• We aim to start work on time but factors outside our control, such as weather, could mean a delayed timeline. If the delay is significant, we’ll let you know and update the webpage regularly.
• In advance of our start date there will be digital signs set up along the route to inform the community about the closure and traffic directions for surrounding roads, also see the maps on our webpage.
• Expect traffic delays, especially during peak times. Three bus stops will be temporarily closed, and some services will be affected – please use the AT mobile app or the QR codes on posters available at the effected bus stops for more information.
• Detours will be in place from 18^th August 2025, so allow extra travel time. Follow all traffic signs, signals, and directions for safety. Take care while driving, walking, or cycling in the area, especially if you live along one of the detour routes.
• Driveway and vehicle access to your property will be restricted when we work outside your property. If your driveway is restricted, you will need to park nearby and walk home. On-street parking will be limited.
• Footpaths will remain accessible to local residents.
• Council waste and recycling collection will continue as normal. If access to your bin collection spot is restricted, our team will assist you with an alternative location.

For more information about these types of work, please take a look at this video here - FH Resurfacing Work

Where we’ll be working

Before the work starts, digital signs will be set up along the route and near the town centre to inform the community about the closure and traffic directions for surrounding roads.

You can download maps here on our website. We appreciate your patience during this work.

DETOUR MAPS

Benefits to the Community

• Safer journeys for everyone
  • A smoother, more reliable road means fewer potholes and safer conditions for all road users – including drivers, cyclists, bus passengers, and people walking.
• Better stormwater drainage
  • Upgraded drainage systems will help reduce surface flooding during heavy rain, protecting nearby homes, properties, and the road itself.
• Longer-lasting road
  • By laying a strong concrete foundation beneath the surface, we’re building a road that’s expected to last for the next 20+ years with fewer repairs needed.
• Environmentally responsible
  • Around 50% of the existing road material will be recycled and reused in other Auckland road projects, reducing waste and supporting sustainability.
• Future-proofing for growth
  • Torbay is a growing community. This work helps prepare Glenvar Road for more traffic in the years ahead, keeping the area moving safely and efficiently.

What's changing to bus stops and routes (18 Aug - Oct 2025)

Bus Stops closed temporarily during the work:

• 4201 - Please proceed to Stop 4194 - Tallington Cres

• 4457 - Please proceed to Stop 4194 - Tallington Cres

Bus Stops impacted:

• 4202 - Please proceed to Stop 4332 - Tallington Cres

• 4457 - School Bus services may be temporarily unavailable here. Please use an earlier stop to disembark.

Bus Routes changed

These school bus routes will be changed:

• S024 – Northcross Intermediate to HC Station via Glamorgan Drive (Map located on Bus Detour Maps on this page)

• S045 – Long Bay College to Windsor Park (Map located on Bus Detour Maps on this page)

• 009 - School Service now ends at Stop 4282 - Coventry Way

* Bus Detour Maps (Listed on this webpage with the heading "Bus Detour Maps")

Are there temporary relocated stops?

• Temporary stops aren’t needed because the detour routes pass close to open stops nearby, ensuring students/passengers can still reach home easily.

• Our bus operations team will continue to work to keep things running smoothly. Further details will be share on our Service announcements webpage, Signs at bus stops, Passenger information displays and on the AT Mobile App.

How to contact us

Our team will be on-site to keep things running smoothly. We'll . We’ll keep this page updated with:

• Construction updates

• Detour maps

• Any changes to timelines (weather).

If you have any queries or concerns about our plans, please email us at ATengagement@at.govt.nz or to report an issue call our Customer care team on 09 355 3553.

If you have any queries directly related to the construction, don't hesitate to get in touch with Fulton Hogan Stakeholder Manager - Ann-Marie Petersen on 027 299 0695 or 0800 300 007.