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Graves on the Verge of Highway Collapse | Auckland News
Ten graves at Tararu Cemetery in Thames, New Zealand, are perilously close to sliding onto State Highway 25—potentially shutting down the road, endangering drivers, and triggering a costly cleanup. The historic cemetery, last used for burials decades ago, is crumbling from neglect, with its Sexton’s Hut even reportedly being used for drug activity. Council officials warn of a “total disaster” if action isn’t taken fast, with options ranging from stabilizing the slope for $480K to relocating graves for $114K–$260K. While drainage fixes and monitoring are cheaper, the NZTA refuses to fund it…
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