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Desert Road reopens following overnight blockage

December 31, 2021
Desert Road, in the North Island.

Desert Road, in the North Island. (Source: istock.com)

Desert Road has reopened following a blockage on the highway overnight.

A truck broke down in the southbound lane 13km north of Waiouru shortly before 4am on Friday, police said.

The southbound lane was blocked for several hours, but has since reopened.

Police have thanked motorists for their patience.

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