Awatere Valley Road slip

Recent rain and high river levels in the Awatere River have caused a large underslip on the Awatere Valley Road.

A gabion wall has collapsed along with part of the hill between the road and the river, about two kilometres past the Jordan Bridge.

Marlborough Roads Manager Steve Murrin said options for repairs are being assessed but it is likely there will be road closures in future.

Currently the road is open to one lane with a 30 km/h temporary speed limit.