A view from the army convoy heading to Kaikoura on the inland road from Culverden. Photo: RNZ / Maja Burry
For the first time in almost two weeks, Civil Defence in Kaikoura has agreed to allow people to drive themselves out of the quake-stricken town.
Officials hope to open the emergency inland route one-way to Culverden this afternoon for two hours.
The 7.8 magnitude earthquake 11 days ago cut off all public road access to the seaside town.
Air and army convoys have brought in vital food and medical supplies.
