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    Firefighters are wanting to make the most of favourable weather conditions, as they battle to contain a wildfire in Canterbury

    Firefighters are wanting to make the most of favourable weather conditions, as they battle to contain a wildfire in Canterbury


    The blaze remains at 980 hectares with 110 firefighters at the scene.

    There are currently light winds in the area but that is set strengthen this afternoon, with the risk of breakouts.

    State Highway 73 remains open under traffic restrictions.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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     31 Dec: Heavy rain is expected for the Northwest of the South Island
     31 Dec: Stormy weather's forecasted to keep battering Northland and Auckland until later tonight
     31 Dec: Power is likely be restored tonight, and support's available for Horowhenua locals affected by Sunday's severe weather event
     31 Dec: More rain's on the way for many parts fo the country this New Year's Eve
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     Environment:
    What we know about the deadly fire at a Swiss ski resort 7:06

     Accident and Emergency:
    Three people have been injured - one critically - in a two-car crash on State Highway 3 south of Turakina - near Bulls 7:06

     Business:
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     Soccer:
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     Motoring:
    State Highway 57 near Levin in the Horowhenua District is closed after a two vehicle crash 21:17

     International:
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     International:
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     Cricket:
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     Cricket:
    Wellington Blaze coach Jonny Bassett-Graham is certain Georgia Plimmer can maintain her great form...even without opening partner Amelia Kerr 18:37

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