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Emergency Recovery
Reminder: categorisation programme is closed
Following recent bad weather, the Recovery Office has noted an increase in homeowners asking to join the categorisation programme.
Resilience and unity in Mt Roskill - recovery events
Local groups in Wesley and Mt Roskill are working with flood-affected residents to understand what matters most to them in recovery — including how to be better prepared for future floods
Storm recovery in East Coast Bays
Community recovery: following major 2023 storms, Auckland's east coast bays communities are focusing on connection and leveraging community systems
Check out storm materials for your DIY project
If you’re about to dive into some DIY, check out the materials from storm-damaged homes that are available at your community recycling centre.
Coatesville bridge replacement begins
Work to replace the Mill Flat Road Bridge in Coatesville is underway, with contractors on site clearing vegetation and carrying out stormwater works.
What can a property owner dispute?
We have confirmed the process for disputing decisions, to help property owners who want to dispute certain elements of the categorisation and buyout process.
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.
