Ferry grounding causes freight disruption between North and South Islands – RNZ 22 June 2024

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The grounding of New Zealand’s only rail ferry, the Aratere, is expected to disrupt inter-island freight, according to union representatives. The incident, caused by a reported steering failure, halted the vessel near Picton but resulted in no injuries. The long-term impact on freight services remains uncertain as investigations continue.

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