Truck breakdown causes delays on Rakaia River bridge

Wednesday 21 May 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 21 May 2025, 6:55am

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Motorists on State Highway One are facing delays in Canterbury after a truck broke down on the Rakaia River bridge. Police were notified of the incident shortly before 6am, which has blocked the southbound lane.

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1. StuffWed 21 May 2025, 6:23am

   Truck breakdown causes delays on Rakaia river bridge in Canterbury (opens in new tab)

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2. NZ HeraldWed 21 May 2025, 6:55am

   Truck breaks down on Rakaia River bridge, blocking off southbound lane of State Highway One (opens in new tab)