A truck's broken down on the hill, and the southbound lane is blocked near the Featherston side of the summit.

Heavy vehicles are also unable to pass travelling northbound.

A mechanic's on the way but delays are expected.

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15 Dec: The Motor Trade Association is coming out against proposed changes to the warrant of fitness scheme

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14 Dec: Praise for NZTA for choosing to build a new two lane bridge being built on State Highway 2, in Eastern Bay of Plenty

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