The state of emergency has been lifted in Gisborne, but authorities say landslides and slips are causing a second wave of problems. Torrential downpours saturated the city yesterday and the forecast predicts it won't be letting up just yet.
We have the latest from the Gisborne mayor, Rehette Stoltz.
Gisborne Mayor Rehette Stoltz speaks to district council staff about the damage around the city. Photo: RNZ / Tom Kitchin