Auckland Anniversary weekend starts with traffic snarls, power cuts

Vector is addressing power outages in central Auckland caused by a helium balloon and an underground cable fault, with crews working to restore power. Traffic warnings are in place for the long Anniversary weekend, with congestion reported in Auckland, Gisborne, and Waikato, including closures on State Highway 1. Music events in Tauranga, Taupō, and Whitianga are expected to contribute to road congestion during the weekend.

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