A slip on State Highway 2 through the Waioweka Gorge. Photo: Supplied/NZTAState Highway 2 through the Waioweka Gorge is expected to remain closed for several weeks. A slip on State Highway 2 through the Waioweka Gorge. People are urged to delay travel where possible, or to allow time for the long detour via State Highway 35 or State Highway 5. The detour is five hours longer than driving from Mātāwai and Ōpōtiki on State Highway 2.

Source: Otago Daily Times January 18, 2026 22:08 UTC