Auckland Region
Auckland state of emergency extended ahead of Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle
The state of emergency has been extended in Auckland ahead of the forecast Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle next week.
Auckland floods: Tower Insurance receives 4800 claims so far
Tower Insurance was expecting more to come in, and expected the floods to trigger the company's reinsurance cover for catastrophic events.
Auckland flooding: Government still considering longer term options for displaced people
A kitty of portable cabins is on standby to provide a roof over the head for people displaced in Auckland's flooding.
Business reacts to government's sweeping policy reset
The sweeping reset of government policies yesterday included the pausing of the planned income insurance scheme and a significant rise in the minimum wage. A $5 million support package for flood-hit… Audio
Cameras detect more commercial drivers falling asleep at the wheel
A trial on some Auckland buses has found drivers falling asleep at the wheel and an "undeniable" risk of fatigue.
Kiwi Harvest to work with MPI to ensure safety of food salvaged from floods
A food charity has been asked not to distribute food rescued from the floods until it can agree on checks with the Ministry for Primary Industries to ensure it is safe.
People seek bargains for flood-damaged goods
People are searching in stores and online for deals on goods damaged in Auckland's severe flooding.
Govt announces $5m support package for flood-affected businesses in Auckland
Businesses which face closure or a significant impact on their operations since the floods can draw on a new fund, the prime minister says.
Flood-damaged Epsom home targeted by thieves
At least nine homes in the Auckland suburb of Epsom have been broken into after being damaged by floodwaters.
Waitangi Day disrupts timetable for council payouts to flood-hit Aucklanders
Residents who have been affected by the flood are still waiting to receive payments from the council's Emergency Relief Fund.
'There's a lot of fear out there': Call for Royal Commission on Auckland floods
Former Auckland mayor Christine Fletcher is calling for a royal commission of inquiry into the underlying infrastructure issues revealed by the floods.
'Doing it even tougher': Flood assistance payments falling well short for many - Greens
The Green Party wants the government to double the maximum amount it is paying out to flood-affected Aucklanders, through the Civil Defence payments.
Community recovering as emergency leadership fronts Auckland Big Clean Up
School's back in Auckland this week but for hundreds of families and some businesses forced out of homes and buildings due to flooding, it is far from a return to normal.
Flood, humidity and contaminated food leading to increase in pest control calls
Some Auckland pest controllers are warning about an influx in rodents and pests after a fortnight of hot, wet weather.
Woman charged with kidnapping and wounding
A woman has been arrested following an attack at a North Shore library that resulted in it closing for two days.
Auckland pest controllers warn of rodent rise after floods
Some Auckland pest controllers are warning about an influx in rodents and pests after a fortnight of hot, wet weather.
But despite pest control companies recieving more calls, the council expects… Audio
Cars clog Auckland roads again as schools start after floods
Auckland roads were gridlocked this morning as people dodged flooded and damaged roads to get to work and school.
Twenty roads remain closed, a dozen restaurants and at least one hotel are shut - and… Video, Audio
Auckland councillor wants infrastructure audit before more builds
There are calls for a royal inquiry into the rebuild of Auckland, and an immediate halt to any further plans for housing intensification under Labour and National's cross-party agreement.
Mayor Wayne… Video, Audio
Deputy backs Wayne Brown's view flooding will affect Auckland Council budget
The city's budget will need to be "tweaked" to take account of the recent devastating flood, Desley Simpson says.
Clean-ups nationwide after rain, flooding and tornado
Several slips have been cleared off coastal roads in Coromandel after the recent devastating flooding. Audio
