As Te Tai Rāwhiti enters its second week of recovery, many are still struggling.
Iwi, community organisations and myriad volunteers are working around the clock, trying to ensure they get what they need.
People who have lost everything now face the reality of not knowing where they'll sleep or get food.
Work to reconnect EFTPOS, internet and cell coverage continues. But it's still patchy, access to banking and cash is limited, and frustration is growing.
Māni Dunlop has been on the ground with the volunteers who are co-ordinating support.
