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Cook Strait ferry sailings cancelled due to heavy swells

The PostThe PressStuffTuesday 18 August 2026 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Ferry crossings in the Cook Strait have been cancelled on Tuesday due to large swells and strong southerly winds. Both Interislander and Bluebridge have cancelled several sailings between Wellington and Picton. The weather system is expected to bring heavy swells and gusts to the strait.

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First reported by The Post, Tue 18 Aug, 7:18am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 12 minutes
  1. The PostThe Post via RNZ

    Cook Strait ferry sailings cancelled due to heavy swells (opens in new tab)

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