The sun looks set to shine over Tauranga today as the Bay of Plenty Steamers prepare to take on Canterbury at Tauranga Domain this afternoon. Read more about the game here.

In anticipation for the big match and the masses of people expected at the game, several roads around the domain are being closed.

McLean, Monmouth, Park streets and a section of Cameron Road will be closed from 11am until about 5.30pm.

Parts of Harington and Hamilton streets will also be closed.

See a map a full map of the road closures below:

TRAFFIC AND ROAD CLOSURES

Spring Street traffic: access is open through Spring Street from Grey Street and Durham Street. However, there is still work happening at the Durham Street/Spring Street intersection for the next few months – so there are only left turns available at this intersection from Spring Street. There continues to be no through access from Cameron Road to Durham Street on Spring Street.

Spring Street road closure: (from Cameron Road to Durham Street) will be closed to through traffic at the Spring Street/Durham Street intersection as the underground services are renewed and the streetscape surfacing is completed. Access to the Spring Street section between Cameron Road and Durham Street will be available from Cameron Road only during this time.

Durham Street traffic: Durham Street remains a one-way street from Spring Street to Elizabeth Street. Please respect the signage and directions of the traffic controllers on site for everyone's safety. All businesses on Durham Street are open as usual.

Durham Street road closure: (from Spring Street to Elizabeth Street): Durham Street traffic is one way only from Spring Street to Elizabeth Street. The best access to Durham Street is from Wharf Street. Access from Elizabeth Street into Durham Street is closed until further notice. Access to car park building and local businesses is from the Spring Street end of Durham Street only.

Harington Street road closure

Hamilton Street is closed to all through traffic outside the Harington Street carpark building construction site. Access to and from Harrington House basement parking will be from Willow Street only. Access to and from Quest Apartments will only be off Durham Street. Pedestrian access on the library side of Hamilton Street will be maintained at all times and vehicle access will remain to the library carpark, Harrington House and Citizens Advice Bureau. The closure will be in place for about 12 months while the new Harington Street parking building and bike hub is being constructed.

See what else is happening in and around Tauranga below:

Saturday 1 September

Art Exhibition

Tauranga Girls' College ArtsFest showcasing students work. Running until 18th Sept in the People's Gallery at the Historic Village.

Bay Network Social Club
50 Plus. Great people & awesome outings. Must have a sense of humor. Ph Jonathan 572 2091 or Maureen 021 112 3307

Bay Open Taekwondo Tournament
Bay Open 2018 Championships at Tauranga Boys' College Gymnasium, Come & join the action. See Bays best fighters. 9am For more info https://www.facebook.com/Team-KO-Taekwondo-241237502715715/

Beth-El Messianic Family
Celebrate Family Life with believers who meet & worship as Yeshua (Jesus) & all the early believers did. Shalom.10am Otumoetai Primary. www.BethEl.org.nz. Joel 021 768 043

Celtic Illusion Show
An explosive, creative Irish Dance/Grand Illusion show. Electrifying contemporary Irish dance & awe inspiring grand illusion. 8pm Addison Theatre, Baycourt. www.baycourt.co.nz for info & tickets.

Jigsaw Puzzle Library
St Stephens invites you to join their library. Open 10-12 at Highmore Pl. Over 150 puzzles to choose from. Children's to 1000 pieces.

LOL Laughter Wellness
Release your D.O.S.E. (Dopamine, Oxytocin, Seratonin, Endorphins) of joy from your inner pharmacy. Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui, 11-11:45am. Koha. Ph Trish 022 036 6768 Email lollaughterwellness@gmail.com

Menz Shed Te Puke
86B No.3 Rd Te Puke. Come & join us at our shed Mon, Wed, Fri at 9am. Ph 573 8655 or 573 5971

Mount Scottish Society Dance
Come to our Spring Dance Sat 8th 7:30pm at Arataki Community Centre. Sheldons Dance Band. Lovely supper. Entry $7. Mount Maunganui Scottish Society 576 0578

Narcotics Anonymous
Open meeting every Saturday 7:30-8:30pm, Hanmer Clinic (behind Super Liquor), 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton. For more info, call 0800 NA TODAY

Otumoetai Tennis Club
Adult tennis. Start time 1pm. Bellevue Park, Windsor Road (next to swimming pool complex.) New players & visitors welcome. Coaching available. Ph Fred 544 5088

Petanque
At Club Mt Maunganui, Blake Park, Kawaka St. Tuesdays and Saturdays 1pm. All very welcome to try us out. Learn a new sport. Ph Jo Ann 578 3606

Sunshine Sequence Dance Group
Come & enjoy tea/dance. Sat Sept 29. Baptist Church hall, 13th Ave. 5-9pm. $5pp. BYO food, plates, cutlery, non alcoholic drinks. Jan 544 4379

Taoist Tai Chi -Tauranga
Beginners Class 8:30-10am at 15 Koromiko St, Judea. All welcome to join in at any time. Memberships from $19 monthly. Great for stress, balance, flexibility. Ph 578 6193

Tauranga Leisure Marching Display
QE Youth Centre 10:30am. Free admission. Come along & watch this wonderful spectacle of marching.

Tauranga Senior Citizens Club
CARDS 500 Mon & Thurs. INDOOR BOWLS Tues, Wed & Sat. 14 Norris St (behind PaknSave) 12:45pm for 1pm start. Entry $2 includes afternoon tea. New members welcome.

The Sociables
30s-50s age group of males & females that meet up to dine out or participate in different events & activities. Ph 022 012 0376

Upcycle Market Whakamarama
Whakamarama Hall, 469 Whakamarama Rd 1-4pm. Full table or Carboot $5, Half table $3. FOOD & COFFEE CART. Ph Debbie 552 5141, whakahallbookings@outlook.com

Whakamarama Community Hall Market
Upcycle Whakamarama, new, used & handmade goods. Supporting local & small business, at Whakamarama Hall, 469 Whakamarama Road, 1-4pm.