Some roads remained closed or damaged after the quake and flooding
Some roads remain closed or damaged after the earthquake and flooding last week.
State Highway One
Blenheim to Ward is open, drivers must exercise caution when taking this route as there are still many areas with surface damage.
South of Ward is closed to public with access to emergency services and residents only.
South of Clarence closed.
Picton to Blenheim - is down to one lane at the elevation passing lane and speed restrictions are in place on the Wairau and Spring Creek bridges.
State Highway 63 is open, driver caution with road works.
State Highway 6 is open, driver caution with road works.
Queen St, Blenheim is closed between Charles St and Arthur St.
Awatere Valley Rd is closed just before Isis bridge.
Ward Beach Rd is closed at the end by the quarry.
Elie Bay Rd is closed.
Tumbledown Rd is closed towards the end.
The following roads are now open but drivers are urged to take care: Queen Charlotte Dr, Kenepuru Rd, Kaparu Rd, Port Underwood Rd, Wakamarina Rd, Gulch Rd.
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!
Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?
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78.8% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
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21.2% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
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