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Regional updates for February 15th, see the live Stuff updates.
14th February - 10:45am Update: National State of Emergency
Minister for Emergency Management, Kieran McAnulty, has confirmed a National State of Emergency this morning due to the widespread damage across the country due to … View moreRegional updates for February 15th, see the live Stuff updates.
14th February - 10:45am Update: National State of Emergency
Minister for Emergency Management, Kieran McAnulty, has confirmed a National State of Emergency this morning due to the widespread damage across the country due to Cyclone Gabrielle.
While many regions have already declared a local state of emergency, a National State of Emergency gives the National Controller legal authority to apply resources across the country in support of a national level response.
Here's what you need to know:
- Heavy rain red warnings are in place for Northland and Hawke's Bay, with red strong wind warnings also for Northland, Coromandel and Taranaki. Check all weather warnings on the MetService website.
- States of emergency have been declared in Northland, Auckland, Tairāwhiti, Ōpōtiki, Thames-Coromandel District, Waikato District, Hauraki District, Whakatāne District, Bay of Plenty, Napier and Hastings.
- There has been a landslide in Murawai with one firefighter missing.
- Gisborne is feared cut off and the east coast of the Coromandel Peninsula. Residents are to take note of the Welfare Centres for Gisborne and Coromandel.
- A number of road closures are in place across the North Island. View these on the Waka Kotahi NZTA website.
- Fire and Emergency is urging people to only call 111 if life or safety is at risk after a surge in calls.
- In Auckland there are 27 shelters and civil defence centres where people can go in an emergency.
Stuff are posting live updates and have shared what you need in your 3-day emergency kit. Stay up to date with Civil Defence updates and track the storm here.
2pm Update for Hawke's Bay:
Multiple evacuations needed in Puketapu, Esk Valley, Rissington, Omahu, Waiohiki, Jervoistown and Meeanee and Waipawa.
Many remain trapped in cars and houses. Several bridges have been taken out with access between Hastings and Napier now cutoff. More than 20,000 people are without power and cellphone communication in and out of the region is patchy.
Omahu residents needing shelter can go to Hastings Sports' Centre. Taradale residents can head to St Joseph's Māori Girls' School.
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Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot with Hunger for Colour!
Simply bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). We'll donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.
By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help… View moreSwap food for a FREE Resene testpot with Hunger for Colour!
Simply bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). We'll donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.
By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need.
The Arts Trail will include a wide range of artists exhibiting in their own studios, or together in centrally located hubs where local artists will gather to exhibit and sell their work. This year the community hubs are at:
- Pataka Art + Museum (Norrie Street, Porirua)
- Gear Homestead (1 … View moreThe Arts Trail will include a wide range of artists exhibiting in their own studios, or together in centrally located hubs where local artists will gather to exhibit and sell their work. This year the community hubs are at:
- Pataka Art + Museum (Norrie Street, Porirua)
- Gear Homestead (1 Okowai Road, Aotea, Porirua)
- Mana Arts Society (Plimmerton Domain, Ulric Street, Plimmerton, Porirua)
- Plimmerton Pavilion (9 Sunset Parade, Plimmerton, Porirua)
- Mana College (22 Awarua Street, Elsdon, Porirua)
-Porirua City (Selby Place, Porirua)
-Whitireia Campus (C Block, 3 Wineera Drive, Porirua)
Studios and Hubs open 10am – 4pm each day. See attached brochure for studio and hub locations.
Free public entry.
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The newest addition to the NZ Compare suite of comparison brands has landed - Mobile Compare is the home of Kiwi Mobile Plans. A one stop shop for Neighbours everywhere!
Start 2023 right! Forget overspending and getting stuck with a plan that offers too much or too little.
Whether you’re … View moreThe newest addition to the NZ Compare suite of comparison brands has landed - Mobile Compare is the home of Kiwi Mobile Plans. A one stop shop for Neighbours everywhere!
Start 2023 right! Forget overspending and getting stuck with a plan that offers too much or too little.
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Looking to extend summer? We’ve been holding on to it for you, here on the Kāpiti Coast.
Those feel-good vibes can be found everywhere - from the 40km of sandy beaches stretching from Paekākāriki to Ōtaki, to the lush flora and fauna found in plentiful pockets of untouched nature. … View moreLooking to extend summer? We’ve been holding on to it for you, here on the Kāpiti Coast.
Those feel-good vibes can be found everywhere - from the 40km of sandy beaches stretching from Paekākāriki to Ōtaki, to the lush flora and fauna found in plentiful pockets of untouched nature. You’ll be greeted with a quintessential relaxed coastal atmosphere with a microclimate that everyone talks about.
Just 40 Minutes from Wellington, plan your visit, choose your pace and keep the good times rolling.
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With rising inflation, the pressure is piling on councils this year to tighten their budgets to keep rates payments down for households across the country.
Overall, do you feel that your council and community board does a good job for your area?
If you don't wish for your replies to be … View moreWith rising inflation, the pressure is piling on councils this year to tighten their budgets to keep rates payments down for households across the country.
Overall, do you feel that your council and community board does a good job for your area?
If you don't wish for your replies to be used in the We Say You Say column, include NFP in your comment.
Our February issue of our Seniors Newsletter is out now. In this issue we're keeping you in the know how on copper withdrawal and how that may affect you, plus lots more.
Sunday, March 5 the Tawa Rotary Club will be hosting a free late afternoon picnic concert at the Grasslees Reserve featuring the Royal New Zealand Air Force Band.
It will include their Concert Band playing music from the Americas (everything from Hollywood hits to South American rhythms) and … View moreSunday, March 5 the Tawa Rotary Club will be hosting a free late afternoon picnic concert at the Grasslees Reserve featuring the Royal New Zealand Air Force Band.
It will include their Concert Band playing music from the Americas (everything from Hollywood hits to South American rhythms) and their Jive Bombers covers playing a selection of hits ranging from Stevie Wonder to Dua Lipa. Both bands will feature vocalists Barbara Graham and Stephanie Paris.
There will also be a performance by a kapa haka group and a college musical group.
The perfect soundtrack to a relaxing late summer Sunday. Mark the date in your calendar now.
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