Photo: SuppliedA problem with a Bluebridge ferry has left passengers stranded, with some spending the night berthed in Wellington harbour. One passenger told RNZ they had to cancel their trip to the South Island as a result of the disruption. Others were reasonably relaxed and told RNZ the ferry company had given them places to sleep and food and drink. 'Boring' night on vesselPetra Clarke told RNZ it had been a "long and boring" night onboard. StraitNZ Bluebridge later clarified the problem identified ahead of sailing was separate from the issue with the ramp.

Source: Stuff January 09, 2026 12:00 UTC