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The teams will work as quickly as possible to complete the work within the communicated time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Should the power not be restored within communicated time frames residents are advised to check the City\u2019s official communication channels, including the City\u2019s social media channels, or contact the Call Centre before logging a service request in relation to the planned upgrade work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some news channels could imply that this work affects all areas of the city. This is not true. 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