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Ground broken on the first ‘Making Space for Water’ flood resilience projects
First two Making Space for Waters projects in Mangere begin
Slip repairs begin on road to Manukau Lighthouse
The 80-metre slip, which severed the road, occurred during the 2023 storm events.
Auckland storm recovery shifts to delivery focus
As Auckland Council’s storm recovery office wraps up property categorisation, the focus now shifts to delivering solutions
Finding a way forward for Pōhutukawa Glade, Karekare
A long-term solution for the removal and deposit of slip material.
Tackling all aspects of storm recovery
When they realised how bad the Auckland Anniversary floods were, Tongan Methodist support group, Siaola, kicked into action.
Storm Recovery Navigator breaking down barriers
How Storm Recovery Navigator Obed Havea is breaking down barriers in his community.
Next steps to improve flood resilience for the Wairau community
Auckland Council is looking to progress a comprehensive flood resilience (blue-green) network to significantly reduce flood risks across the Wairau catchment in Auckland’s North Shore.
Pou Hihiri sculpture inspires hope in Muriwai
A new sculpture commemorating the impact of Cyclone Gabrielle in Muriwai.
Home removal goes sky-high
Auckland Council contractors are going sky-high to remove storm-damaged houses.
Category 2C homes in Māngere
Information about what a Category 2C flood risk rating means for your home.
Slip repairs 98% complete on north rural roads
There was 323 slips in the north rural area.
Storm recovery update – 20 March 2025
Welcome to our fortnightly update on recovery categorisation, buy-out and assessment progress.
Q&A: What is a blue-green network?
After severe weather events in 2023, Auckland Council prioritised blue-green projects to better protect our communities from flooding.
A new start for flood affected family
During the Auckland Anniversary floods, a 10m wide river running through the Wilson’s Kaukapakapa property swelled to over 150m wide. Thanks to a council buy-out they have been able to move out of harm's way.
Community wellbeing grants now open
Community wellbeing grants are now available to organisations that provide support to individuals and whānau impacted by the severe weather events of 2023.
Flood recovery in Mt Roskill: leaving no one behind
A diverse group of Mt Roskill and Wesley locals are working together to make sure their storm-affected communities recover and thrive
