North East Valley will experience power outages after a New Zealand Post van crashed into a power pole.
The crash occurred at the corner of Arnold St and Leicester St about 11.30am today.
The pole was crushed at its bottom, causing it to slant on an angle above a house.
Ross Home retirement village's power was knocked out in the crash.
However, they said the effects were minimal and they expected to have it restored by 2.15pm.
A resident of nearby Bouverie St heard the crash, describing it as a "loud bang".
An online update from Aurora Energy said power in North East Valley, Opoho and Dalmore would be out for at least half an hour.
Arnold St will remain without electricity for eight hours to repair the pole, it said.
A police spokesman said there were no injuries from the crash.
NZ Post has been approached for comment.
