Following cyclones Hale and Gabrielle - latest updates and advice
Around 15 homes in Mangapapa evacuated or self-evacuated after heavy downpours caused flooding.
Valves were closed at 1.30pm on Monday 6 March.
A slight change to the restrictions on Gisborne city’s water supply today mean some small businesses can now operate
Volunteers have given thousands of hours and $134,604.25 has been raised for the Disaster Relief Trust in Tairāwhiti so far.
The incoming rain tonight brings a risk of failure to a debris dam upstream of the township.
The two-month inquiry will cover Tairāwhiti and Wairoa.
Two disposal sites for silt open tomorrow - click here for locations.
Waikanae and Midway beaches are closed until the extreme danger of woody debris is removed.
The best way to donate is by making a financial donation to the Disaster Relief Trust so we can match the specific needs of our residents.
“We didn’t know what we were flying into or what they had in the way of supplies.“ Search and Rescue police constable Tina Zabern.
Tairāwhiti Civil Defence asks everyone to stay off beaches as piles of wood and large logs reach up to two metres high in some places.
Anyone who wants to help recovery efforts in Tairāwhiti can donate directly to the Disaster Relief Trust.
Dry silt poses a health risk as it’s likely to contain faecal matter and other contaminants that could become airborne.
Red or yellow stickers indicate that a house has suffered severe (red) or moderate (yellow) damage.
We must continue to reduce their water use to an absolute minimum for at least the next couple of days.
As connections and utilities slowly come back online, cash remains the most sought-after currency in the district.
Water to be used for drinking and hygiene only.
Minister for Emergency Management Kieran McAnulty has confirmed a $1 million injection into Tairāwhiti’s Mayoral Relief Fund.
Starlink satellite connections are being sent to rural police stations to reconnect our rural areas
A short-term solution to bring essential supplies into the region has started today.
Residents in Tairāwhiti are being asked to limit water and power use, and a $40 cap has also been applied to all fuel purchases.
Critical water supply, only use what you need.
Tairāwhiti continues to have no internet or cell connection, there is a water crisis, all state highways remain closed and all schools closed until Monday.
We all need to come together as a community and together we can do this.
