Road works continue on the Inland route to Kaikoura. Photo: RNZ / Rebekah Parsons-King
We also speak to Graeme Abbot who's been doing the rounds, driving through towns like Culverden and Hanmer Springs.
Graeme is also the General Manager of Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa.
He talks to Jesse about what the SH1 closure has meant for the various towns along it and along the detour road.
