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flag A new $70M Wellington cycleway flooded for two days after rain, leaving cyclists wading through water with no warning signs.

flag A newly completed $70 million cycleway in Wellington’s Petone, including a railway underpass, remained flooded thigh-deep for over two days after heavy rain, forcing cyclists to wade through water without warning signs. flag The underpass, part of a 3km path that exceeded its budget by nearly three times, stayed submerged while a nearby underpass remained dry. flag Authorities disputed responsibility, with Transport Agency Waka Kotahi citing Hutt City Council, which directed inquiries to Wellington Water, blaming a complex stormwater system and a significant weather event. flag Cyclists reported concerns over bike damage, particularly to electric bikes, though most stayed calm and continued through. flag Cleanup efforts are underway amid political debate over infrastructure funding and maintenance.

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