Hon MICHAEL WOOD: Contractors will continue work to futureproof the bridge, which will be sealed this Thursday. Works will continue around the edges of the bridge and in the river to futureproof it. State Highway 35 does for the time being remain closed north of Tokomaru Bay through to Te Puia Springs. This section has seen significant damage to the road, which I reviewed, including major cracks and uneven surfaces, slumping, and two major drop-outs. Access is expected to be restored later this week, with restrictions such as daytime opening only and a number of traffic management controls along the route. Once remedial works are done and the winter season has completed, we'll also be proceeding with long-awaited Provincial Growth Fund - funded works to improve the resilience and safety of State Highway 35. 