Thousands of state houses on flood prone land, more going up
More than 15 per cent of state housing is on flood-prone land.
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Flood-impacted Rissington holds Anzac service amid silt and debris
The community has 'had it pretty rough' but knows the importance of remembering Anzac Day.
Horizons starting flood resilience projects
The work in Whanganui is expected to get under way in mid-May.
How to rebuild Hawke's Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle
OPINION: There is no such thing as a 'stable' area on the East Coast, writes Cam Wylie.
Environment Minister allows Auckland Council reprieve on Government intensification push after floods, cyclone
'Extension to enable staff to investigate flooding impacts and its implications': Parker
Design for Living: New designs for flexible streets
Bright ideas that make cities better: flexible streets.
Western Bay estimates summer storm damages to cost between $15 to $20m
Tauranga City Council estimates the cyclone's damages to cost close to $400k.
Flood fallout: Council plots new build rules for storm-lashed areas
People want a home they don't have to flee when dark clouds gather, says Lyall Carter.
Major changes underway for Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence when Gabrielle hit
A new review has been announced, but one from 18 months ago had already found problems.
Auckland floods: Council chief executive apologises over poor storm response
There was scrambling on a massive scale by mid-afternoon, said Phil Wilson.
Hawke's Bay growers need rule change to burn flood debris
Regional council faces difficult decision about debris.
The Hits: Destruction brings a tear to the eye
I thought of the people still coming to terms with such immeasurable loss.
Local Focus: Supermarket vouchers help cyclone victims recover
Hawke’s Bay residents tap into $150,000 gift card fund to restock the pantry.
Emergency management chair found out about Auckland floods from daughter
Howick councillor Sharon Stewart says the flood is a wake-up call for the council.
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'System failure': Damning Auckland flood review finds lack of leadership by mayor, council
“This unprecedented event unfolded with extraordinary speed. Minutes mattered."
Simon Wilson: Hey Wayne, fixing dysfunction starts at the top
The flood report tells Auckland's mayor and his council they all have to do better.
Auckland fatal flood review out: Council requested release ‘extensions’
It can be revealed Auckland Council has been behind some of the 'extensions'.
Marker in the ground: The sign that says an Esk Valley holiday park will rebuild
A fisherman spotted an object floating in the ocean near Māhia. It came from Esk Valley.
Project Auckland: Flood protection at work
The transformation of a park involved a vast system to deal with 1-in-100-year deluges.
Three Auckland councillors share lessons from the floods
Tim McCready asked three Auckland councillors what they have learnt after recent floods.
Project Auckland: Opportunity costs lie in flood and cyclone response
Weather events have left the city with significant damage to public and private assets.
Project Auckland: Flood deluge ‘a wake-up call’
Councillor Richard Hills was in the thick of the crisis as it unfolded.
Future proofing Auckland: Climate change means planning for a risky future
Where we build needs to change in the face of more extreme weather.
Project Auckland: Resilience key in housing - Kāinga Ora
The recent floods have made Kāinga Ora determined to push on with future-proofed housing.
Bill Bennett: Floods expose city's weak spots
OPINION: When planning for resiliency, there are hard decisions to make.
'Deeply disappointed and disheartened': Castlecliff residents fuming over rock wall
“Our concerns about the process are valid.”
‘It’s not good enough’: Hawke’s Bay businesses feel abandoned after cyclone
Hawke's Bay business owners want more support in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle.
'Tears rolled down my cheeks as I filmed the carnage': How Gabrielle devastated Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay families grapple to put their lives back together.
Smashing the global market: NZ hosts World Avocado Congress
Auckland welcomed 750 avocado industry players from around the world this week.
‘Extensive rebuild’ begins at $85m super-kitchen in Awatoto, months after opening
The plant was badly flooded during Cyclone Gabrielle.
Why sharing photos of destroyed parts of Hawke's Bay is hurting the rest of us
There is a skewed national perception of what life is like in Hawke’s Bay right now.
Revealed: Inside Waka Kotahi on the night of Auckland’s floods
"The problem is our social media game is normally so strong."
Progress seen on new Manawatū-Tararua highway
Footage of latest flyover of new highway to replace gorge road released.