Waimakariri Gorge Bridge Update and daytime closure
The guardrail on the southern side of the bridge is complete but cold conditions have slowed progress on the remaining section.
We anticipate a further 10 days will be required before we can shift focus to removing scaffolding and disestablishing the site.
Because work is continuing on the guardrail there will still be short 10 minute closures during the daytime. However, the bridge is open at night without closures.
The slower progress has allowed the completion of other maintenance work to take place - such as cleaning and repairs to take place under the bridge.
We thank you for your patience.
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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74.3% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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9.9% Hmm, maybe?
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15.8% Yes!
A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟
I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?
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Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.1% Yes
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46.9% No
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