Some of Wellington’s traditional grass sports fields are being turned into sodden bogs this winter – and sportspeople face the prospect of further match restrictions as Wellington City Council seeks to provide playable sports fields for the remaining winter season.
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NewsSate of emergency remains in place for Christchurch Timaru and Otago region
Dunedin’s Mayor Dave Cull is calling for people to stay home unless it is absolutely essential and asking people who aren’t affected to please allow their services to get on and prioritise things.
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NewsContinue to avoid all non-essential travel- NZTA
The NZ Transport Agency is asking people to continue to avoid all non-essential travel across the central North Island.
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NewsMotorists advised to avoid unnecessary travel due to weather conditions
High winds, rain and snow are causing havoc across the lower and central North Island.
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NewsCall for businesses to assist whānau in Edgecumbe
As hundreds of families and volunteers in flood-stricken Edgecumbe work to clear houses of sodden furniture, ruined possessions and water damage, a call has gone out asking for more assistance.
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NewsMore Edgecumbe residents to go home today
Whānau from 216 properties in Edgecumbe will be able to return to their homes at midday today. Some will stay for good.
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NewsCommunities resilient despite impact of cyclone
In a media briefing in Whakatane this morning, mayor Tony Bonne said community spirit got the district through what was a frightening night.
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NewsDaybreak to reveal extent of damage in Eastern BOP
The Bay of Plenty, in particular, Whakatāne and surrounding areas, received a thrashing overnight as Cyclone Cook left thousands without power, and caused significant swells and slips, leaving large trees scattered across roads.
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Coromandel residents brace themselves for Cyclone Cook
Cyclone Cook is gathering strength and has made landfall in the central North Island.
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NewsResidents in coastal BOP areas urged to prepare for impact of cyclone
Bay of Plenty Civil Defence is urging all coastal Bay of Plenty residents to be prepared for the impact of Cyclone Cook. To assist whānau, they have provided a checklist of steps residents can take over the next few hours.
