A screenshot from the Transport Agency's live camera when the Waiho Bridge reopened today. Photo: NZTA ScreenshotThe Waiho Bridge near Franz Josef reopened at midday after being out of action for two and a half weeks when the old bridge was washed away in flooding. A long queue of cars has started to cross the new bridge which the Transport Agency built in 18 days. The reopening of Waiho Bridge has restored direct road access between Franz Josef and Fox Glacier on State Highway 6. However, the Transport Agency has warned that people should be prepared for a slightly slower journey for the next few weeks.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 13, 2019 01:18 UTC