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South Island Rail Reopens After Storm | Auckland News
The South Island’s vital Picton-to-Christchurch rail line is back up and running after severe weather washed out 42 sections near the Conway River—KiwiRail crews worked nonstop to stabilize the track, ran a safety test train, and installed new monitoring systems. While speed restrictions remain, the rail’s reopening is a major boost for the regional supply chain. Meanwhile, State Highway 1 and Inland Route 70 are set to reopen with one lane by midday Wednesday, signaling a slow but steady return to normalcy after the storm. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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