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flag Road closures in New Zealand’s Marlborough Sounds, due to storm damage repairs, are disrupting summer tourism and hurting local businesses.

flag Road closures in New Zealand’s Marlborough Sounds, part of a multi-year recovery project after 2021–2022 storm damage, are disrupting tourism during the peak summer season. flag Key routes like Kenepuru and Torea Roads remain restricted, causing cancellations and declining bookings at Portage Resort, particularly among international travelers. flag Work paused over Christmas and resumed in January under stop/go controls with up to 15-minute delays, with full restrictions set to return in February and continue into 2026. flag While officials say the project is ahead of schedule and aims for completion by December 2027, local tourism operators express frustration over limited consultation and the economic toll on businesses dependent on summer visitors.

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