Locals say roads have turned into rivers, roads are closed as are several schools.
The Mayor, Nick Leggett talks about the damage and road closures
And the principal of Maraeora school which was badly flooded, Kathleen O'Hare


Here's Paremata School principal Bryce Coleman almost singing in the rain as he helps manage the safe exit of pupils from school


Warspite ave this morning, photo by Ayla Parker


corner of Dimock and Downs st, Porirua - photo by Michael Debage