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Ohakune Water Crisis Deepens | Auckland News
Ohakune’s water crisis is worsening as the town’s reservoir plummets to just 12%—a dire situation made worse by a quake that ruptured a key pipeline. Despite patching the leak, flushing the system is stalled by rugged terrain and stubborn airlocks. With tourism booming and daily life grinding to a halt, officials are scrambling for Plan B: emergency tankers, temporary systems, and a central water pickup hub. No new timeline, no guarantees—just grit and grittier solutions as residents and businesses fight for survival. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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