The trial was initially proposed from 20 October 2025 to 20 January 2026 but has been extended to March 2026 to await further decision-making on the future of the trial.
Council approved the trial reopening in July 2025 to allow Hairini residents and their visitors to use this lane to improve access to routes out of the community.
The only exception to the slip lane opening time is 6.30am-9.30am, Monday to Friday when it is open to buses only for safety reasons. A $150 fine may be issued if the slip lane is used during this time.
For more information about the slip lane trial visit letstalk.tauranga.govt.nz/sliplanetrial
