East Coast
Couple's plea after cyclone rescue: 'No one should be allowed to live on that flood plain'
Wayne Simpson and his guests smashed through the roof of his two-storey shed to save their lives from flooding. He says no one can safely live in the area again.
What those affected can expect from managed retreat in flood-vulnerable areas
Residents and business owners whose properties have been destroyed by the cyclone face an agonising wait to see if they will be red-zoned.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Company gathers data on donations and good deeds
With so many good deeds and donations flying around the East Coast in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle, one organisation saw the need to keep track.
Fuel limited, bridges down - Cut-off communities try to keep thriving
Communities isolated by Cyclone Gabrielle are making the best of things as Civil Defence tries to keep essential supplies flowing.
Commercial building fire in Gisborne prompts evacuation
Police say the building on Cochrane Street in Elgin caught alight about 7pm on Thursday.
'A lot of hurt in this area': Gisborne couple say council let their community down
A Gisborne couple tasked with an eye-watering clean-up feel they were neglected by the district council.
Police still seek man who disappeared during Cyclone Gabrielle
Police are renewing their appeals for sightings of a man who disappeared about the time Cyclone Gabrielle hit Hawke's Bay and the East Coast.
Forestry contractors left without work to be relocated
Forestry estates in Tai Rāwhiti and Hawke's Bay have suffered significant damage.
New flight service allows some to avoid damaged roads between Gisborne and Ruatoria
A new flight service has been launched on the East Coast giving vulnerable communities the ability to avoid damaged roads in the region. Audio
Gisborne's Tāiki e! bringing together communities for solutions
When Civil Defence kicked into gear in the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle, Tai Rāwhiti's rangatahi jumped in to lend a hand.
Forestry waste from council-owned plantation big factor in cutting off Gisborne's water supply
Slash and whole trees from Gisborne District Council's joint-venture forest appear to have played a significant role in damaging the city's main water supply during Cyclone Gabrielle.
Cyclone Gabrielle: What does recovery look like for Tairawhiti and Hawke's Bay?
A multi-sector rural coordination group met in Gisborne yesterday to draw up a blueprint to help farmers, growers and families work through the monumental challenges left in Cyclone Gabrielle's wake… Audio
Relentless rain forces resident to evacuate from three places
The relentless rain has finally eased over Gisborne, and families evacuated from Mangapapa are looking forward to a night at home.
Families evacuated, roads closed as flooding hits Gisborne suburb
Several families left or were evacuated from the Gisborne suburb of Mangapapa overnight. Audio
Police revise number of uncontactable to five, Gisborne man considered missing person
The number of people uncontactable after Cyclone Gabrielle has been revised after a new report was made.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Tradies working for free in Te Karaka
Tradies have been working for free in Te Karaka out of what they describe as a labour of love to help their community.
Heavy rain warnings issued for Marlborough, North Canterbury, possible future cyclones closely watched
Regions across the country are preparing for more rain as MetService issues a number of severe weather warnings.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Size of debris dam illustrates huge challenges ahead
First person - Flying over Te Tai Rāwhiti shows the scale of the job ahead to restore access between Tokomaru Bay and Te Puia Springs, writes Ashleigh McCaull.
Claims and counter-claims on post-cyclone crime spike
Media on the ground in cyclone-hit communities found road-blocks and local people reporting looting, theft and threats backed up with firearms. Meanwhile police and politicians insisted there was no… Audio
Bacterial diseases thriving in post-cyclone conditions
Beef and Lamb New Zealand is reminding farmers to be alert as case numbers rise.
