'Major deficiencies': Almost half of Hawke's Bay highways get a two-star rating
A State Highway described as a 'goat track' is among the routes needing urgent funding.
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Strengthening works to begin on Hollywood Bailey bridge for Bushy Knoll residents
'A cost-effective solution,' says council; works to extend bridge life to 50 years.
Cyclone Gabrielle recovery to continue until 2030, report says
More than 3400 Northland homes were damaged, with insurance claims of $38m.
'Very concerning': Large bird population drop in Hawke's Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle
'These endangered birds are an essential part of our coastal and freshwater ecosystems.'
$100m secured for Hawke’s Bay Expressway four-lane project
MP Katie Nimon said it was 'likely' additional Expressway bridges would be built.
Large cyclone-damaged farm in Hawke's Bay to be converted to forestry
The Italian buyer of a cyclone-hit Rissington farm wants to convert it to forestry.
Wairoa's $70 million flood protection: New manager takes charge
Fabish to oversee Wairoa's $70 million flood protection after cyclone's devastation.
Bremworth carpet maker to reinstate part of cyclone-hit Napier plant
'We are at the moment hand-picking parts of the factory to reinstate.'
New deck needed for temporary Waikare bridge
Two nights of closure will be needed for the work.
'No justification': Thieves make off with dozens of temporary speed limit signs
At least 30 temporary speed signs have been taken from highway roadworks in Hawke's Bay.
Construction company hammered rail bridge rebuild piles 34m deep
Cyclone Gabrielle washed away the old 10m deep bridge piles, so they put in 34m deep ones.
Senior manager for Wairoa flood mitigation appointed
The project manager will work with the district council, trust and Crown manager.
Opinion: Some NZ homes are becoming uninsurable due to natural disasters
OPINION: There’s no general requirement in NZ that insurers cover anyone’s home.
Government offers an extra $4.55m for cyclone recovery in Hawke's Bay
Money will provide expertise to speed up Wairoa, Pakowhai and Pōrangahau flood protection.
Innovative digital platform funds native planting and pest control on East Coast
The East Coast Exchange has hit a funding milestone for nature work.
Police's Cyclone Gabrielle response cost $60m - report
The report found some systems worked well, but identified many gaps.
Government brings in Crown manager Lawrence Yule to stop Wairoa flooding events
Brown said the appointment would give the community “more confidence”.
'I didn’t think about being scared': Air force medic recognised for rescuing more than 70 people during floods
Dangling from a helicopter above flood waters gains NZ Defence Force recognition.
'It’s going to make a comeback': Farming couple's wool optimism
After Cyclone Gabrielle, the Akers look to the future for their family and wool sector.
'We were absolutely forgotten about': Village's concern over stopbanks plan
Village worried it will be forgotten about while waiting for council decisions.
Cyclone-flooded sections hit the market in Hawke's Bay - but can you put a tiny house on them?
Work is under way to clarify what you can and can't do on Cat 3 land.
Landlord ordered to pay Hawke's Bay cyclone victim $7000 over flood-hit rental dispute
The woman was offered a home, then told to leave after noticing issues on her first day.
From crisis to support: Water tank gifted to Whatututu
Cyclone Gabrielle: Water tanks gifted to Te Karaka and Whatututu.
Hawke’s Bay’s Civil Defence group controller resigns
An independent review found civil defence failed in its response to Cyclone Gabrielle.
National disaster co-ordination system still on ice
Hawke's Bay residents who felt abandoned in the face of destruction ask what has changed.
Major repairs given green light on troubled Napier-Taihape Rd
Eleven major slips are set to be fully repaired along Napier-Taihape Rd.
How to prevent another Cyclone Gabrielle: Bay rivers should be widened, review finds
100,000 people are at risk of being evacuated if another extreme rain event is forecast.
Wairoa mayor continues call for regional council apology over flood
As the cleanup continues, some residents face an uncertain future.
'Large and complex': First Hastings district cyclone bridge fix done
A year and a half on from Cyclone Gabrielle, Chrystal Culvert in Tūtira is complete.
Study shows low health risk from Cyclone Gabrielle silt
Tonnes of silt was spread across parts of Hawke's Bay during Cyclone Gabrielle.
'Like a pack of shivering bones': Jimmy the 7kg dog found months after cyclone is now 37kg
He was badly hurt and emaciated when found next to the destroyed Brookfields Bridge.
'Big shortfall': One family's insurance lesson after severe weather destruction
'Don’t just pay your bill and move on,' a previously under-insured farming family says.
Wairoa victim of flood, now burglary: Meat, chainsaw, zero-alcohol beer stolen
'They even took the zero alcohol beer!'
Opinion: NZ fruit and veg prices are going up way faster than processed food
OPINION: NZ’s price inflation remains more persistent than many other developed countries.