Government brings in Crown manager Lawrence Yule to stop Wairoa flooding events
Brown said the appointment would give the community “more confidence”.
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'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.
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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.
Big spike in leptospirosis cases in flooded areas
Of the 171 cases, 39 were in Hawke’s Bay in areas cyclone-affected.
Forestry manager admits loss of public trust in industry
The parties are near agreement in Gisborne's Kanuka Forest case.
'Disheartened': Theft from charity highlights increased pressure and social service needs
"It’s not just the need; it’s the intensity of each individual’s situation."
Poor work blamed for Cape Rēinga slip, while climate change floods track
Fill which was poorly placed, then paved over, contributed to the slip in May 2023.
How to care for pets during a disaster: Workshops to be held across NZ
The training will be offered in workshops around the country.
Govt cuts millions from coastal mapping project; fears communities 'in the dark'
Before the cuts, up to 85% of the coastline was going to be mapped. Now it's up to 40%.
Many were hit hard by June 26 flooding in Wairoa, including fire brigade
CFO Luke Knight and fellow volunteers were on the job with fellow firefighters at 4.30am.
Wairoa flooding has worsened housing woes: iwi
A critical need: Wairoa iwi trust urges Government to provide social housing.
‘I saw some terrible stuff’: Retired rural hero reflects on Cyclone Gabrielle
When the cyclone struck one retired farmer knew he had the skills to lend a hand.
PM visits flood-damaged Wairoa, promises $3 million for clean up
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon travelled to Wairoa this morning to meet with the mayor and victims of the floods. Video / NZ Herald
Te Awanga seawall: 200m 'ecoreef' proposed to protect council assets
Project aimed at protecting flood-prone area.
Northland businesses feeling the pinch offered workshops, mentoring
ASB economists warn about Northland’s outlook but help is on hand for businesses.
'Big milestone': Co-op a beacon of hope to Gabrielle-hit Pākōwhai
The once-thriving hub has been restored to its former glory.
Govt launches 'urgent' review into Wairoa flood response
The community had expressed concern the bar at the river mouth hadn't been opened up.
What the region wants from $1.2b infrastructure fund
Awatoto flood protection, housing and roads funding, and water security on the wishlist.