BY NED GAGAHE
The Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) has issued a public advisory informing road users that construction works on the landside section from Outback to Rove Junction are set to commence this Thursday, January 15, 2026.
According to the advisory, the works are expected to take about one month and will involve road excavation, curbstone installation, and pavement and sealing works.
MID said the construction will also include the landside section of the Rove Roundabout, as well as a short section of Tasahe Road approaching the junction.
As part of the construction schedule, the landside road section from St. John’s School Junction to Rove Junction will be closed to traffic. All westbound vehicles heading towards White River will be required to use the left lane along the seaside section from St. John’s School and then proceed back to the landside lane after the temporary roundabout near Bulk Shop.
Vehicles travelling to and from Tasahe Road are advised to use the temporary detour road located in front of Bulk Shop.
For public safety, MID said the work area will be barricaded with steel fencing before construction begins. Temporary access will be maintained for the Rove Police Station and Correctional Facilities, while residents in the area will be able to access the road through an opening in front of the Rove Police Station.
The ministry said that a Traffic Management Plan has been prepared, with additional road signs to be installed as required based on site conditions. Pedestrian walkways and designated crossing points will be provided, and safety officers and traffic controllers will be on site to assist both pedestrians and motorists to ensure smooth traffic flow and road safety.
MID said that the work schedule may change depending on weather conditions.
Deputy Secretary Technical, Mike Qaqara, thanked the public for their understanding and support as the government continues to upgrade Honiara’s Road infrastructure.
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