Truck drivers in Canterbury have been dealing with big delays because of the Ashburton bridge damaged in the floods, forcing them to take a big detour inland.
The Hakatere Bridge over Ashburton River is open to light vehicles, but has been closed to heavy trucks.
Supermarkets have reported issues restocking their shelves due to the delays.
Reporter Ella Stewart made the drive from Christchurch to Timaru yesterday.
