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Hinds Highway Rebuild Update | Christchurch News
State Highway One in Canterbury’s hitting a rough patch—up to 45-minute delays due to massive potholes from recent storms. Crews are rebuilding the Hinds Highway stretch south of Tinwald with speed limits slashed to 30 kph and traffic controllers managing the chaos. Waka Kotahi’s investing in a full rebuild and new chip seal to make the road far more weather-resistant, ending the pothole cycle that plagued it after July’s heavy rain. While frustrating now, this temporary slowdown is paving the way for a much tougher, long-term solution. Expect two lanes back open by Tuesday, September 22…
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