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Kurow residents have turned out in force to celebrate the opening of a new bridge after flooding three years ago split the community in two.
A pair of bridges over the Waitaki River connect Kurow with the Haka-Taramea Valley and are a vital link for the region.
It is also an important heavy freight and tourism route, supporting the region's economy.
"The community on both sides on both sides of the river needs this bridge. Socially and economically, this bridge is a key," says former Waitaki Mayor Alex Familton.
Flooding in early 2011 caused structural piles on the 133-year-old wooden bridge to collapse.
Residents on the north side initially had to take an hour-and-a-half detour to pick up supplies before the damaged bridge was reopened to foot traffic and eventually light vehicles.
Emergency services were strained, with fire engines posted at both ends.
"What was happening was in high flood events we were having to close the bridges, particularly overnight, which wasn't acceptable to the community, or safe from the point of view of a Civil Defence emergency," says New Zealand Transport Association regional director Jim Harland.
A 1938 Pontiac was the first to test drive the new two-lane Kurow bridge, which also includes a separate walkway and cycleway.
Long-time resident Yvonne Foster says she enjoyed the ride.
"Quite a few of the older people are a wee bit sad that the old bridges are going. But time goes on and you've got to look forward, haven't you?"
Work is continuing on a second and longer bridge on the Hakataramea Valley side.
It is expected to be open to two-lane traffic by August.