There are more questions than answers, in this morning's announcement from the Transport Minister at Manawatu Gorge.

Simon Bridges said the Government is committed to finding a stable and alternative route, which will bypass Ashhurst town.

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But that's seemingly where the certainty stops - he said he can't say where the road will go.

Mr Bridges has also refused to commit to whether the under-strain Manawatu Gorge will be closed permanently.

But he said the Government will be investing money.

This morning's announcement could lead to big questions from locals in places like Woodville.